Subaru Crosstrek Brochures 2015 XV Crosstrek Brochure | Page 14

POWERED FOR THE THRILL.
SUBARU BOXER® Engine
Few cars deliver the thrilling eagerness and spontaneity of the Subaru XV Crosstrek. It’s achieved with the horizontally opposed SUBARU
BOXER® engine, which places the pistons 180 degrees apart for a lower, flatter profile compared to other engine types. This gives the
powerplant—and by extension the whole car—a lower centre of gravity and more balanced weight distribution. In addition, the pistons’
opposing movements counteract each other, which naturally reduces vibration.

Increased Stability
Because the engine block has a flatter profile and sits lower in the chassis, the
overall vehicle is more stably balanced and resistant to side-to-side motion
than other designs.

Smooth and Exciting
At any rpm, the engine delivers immediate, responsive power that’s
both smooth and satisfying. Without compromising comfort or civility, it
transforms even a daily errand into a dynamic adventure.

Long-lasting Performance
The engine’s flat design is inherently rigid and self-balancing, generating less
vibration than most “V” type or in-line engines for more durability and more
reliable performance.
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2.0 LITRE DOHC
SUBARU BOXER® ENGINE
MAX OUTPUT: 148 hp @ 6200 rpm
MAX TORQUE: 145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm
The power to stir excitement comes from the rich and immediate response
of the PZEV-rated 2.0-litre DOHC SUBARU BOXER® engine. The Dual Active
Valve Control System (Dual AVCS) and an optimized intake provide a generous
amount of low-end torque, ensuring you have the acceleration you need around
town. That performance comes responsibly, too—cylinder-mounted injectors,
lightweight pistons and connecting rods mean it’s as frugal with fuel as it is
clean-burning. In addition, due to its vibration-cancelling SUBARU BOXER®
layout, power and efficiency come with refinement that’s made for urban living.