Subaru FF-1 Reviews

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Two new special editions from Subaru are now available in limited numbers, adding more kit to two of the iconic brand’s popular models.The Subaru Crosstrek Onyx and Impreza S-Edition have both joined the line-up, each based on the respective ‘2.0S’ variants in their model ranges but with extra features to entice customers in.They’re both listed on the Subaru Australia website, though pricing and exact specifications weren’t public at the time of writing. Subaru instead supplied a list of the changes for each.The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Onyx comes in at $43,890 and is available in 250 units across Australia. While it’s (like the Impreza S-Edition) mechanically unchanged in terms of its drivetrain (a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-four Boxer engine), it adds a series of extra styling elements.Black trim elements and a rear spoiler, a dark metallic set of 18-inch wheels, a bonnet decal, mud guards and Onyx badging all come with the limited-edition Crosstrek. For reference, the standard Crosstrek 2.0S is $42,490.For the Impreza S-Edition, which costs $42,490 (over the Impreza 2.0S at $38,990) and is even more limited to 100 units, looking sporty rather than rugged is the aim.To that goal, plenty of STI parts including a front lip spoiler and a rear spoiler, a sports grille, STI trim inside and a set of 18-inch Enkei alloy wheels in black are included as well as ‘S-Edition’ badging.

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The Subaru Forester Touring is the top-spec Forster, with the mid-size SUV available in petrol and hybrid options at this level.

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The Subaru Forester Sport is a mid-spec variant of the mid-size SUV that adds visual extras and more features in petrol and hybrid versions.

The Subaru Forester Premium is a specific variant that adds a small number of extra features to the base Forester AWD, but isn’t available with a hybrid drivetrain unlike the rest of the line-up.

The Subaru BRZ two-door coupe could be the next sports car to be going all-electric.As reported by Autocar, the Japanese carmaker is considering developing the third-generation model with electric power in mind.This was confirmed to the British publication by Subaru global EV product boss Inoue Masahiko, who also noted it had already been heavily investigated in the past with Toyota, which helped co-develop the BRZ and 86/GR86 twins.“We did consider electrifying the BRZ and GT86, but the win-win relationship is more important, and for the moment we can’t get the kind of benefits for both sides,” said Masahiko to Autocar.Subaru and Toyota have committed to developing a raft of electric cars together. Toyota has been linked to numerous future electric sports cars, with rumours of a Celica and MR2 return, and a battery-powered BRZ/GR86 could now be another.The BRZ hasn’t been offered in Europe since the first-generation model was discontinued in 2020. The second-generation BRZ was never offered there despite the second-gen Toyota GR86 twin continuing on in limited numbers.This potential electric third-generation model could see it return to Europe.Subaru Europe boss David Dello Stritto told Autocar that the company’s “options are open”.The BRZ has always remained on sale in Australia. Late last year it picked up a minor update that saw manual versions receive a ‘Sport’ drive mode and tS variants get a full-size spare wheel.The Japanese carmaker revealed the Subaru Sport Mobility Concept in 2023 at the Japan Mobility Show showcasing a two-door sporty-looking electric coupe.At the time Subaru claimed this concept was merely just a design exercise, but it could inform what the next BRZ will look like.No powertrain details were provided with the Sport Mobility Concept besides it being electric.Despite lagging behind other carmakers to launch its first EV, Subaru has now been revealing more and more.The Subaru Solterra, which is a twin of the Toyota bZ4X, was originally revealed back in 2021 and after many delays it arrived in Australia in 2024. It’s since been facelifted globally, though it’s unclear when this will arrive locally.Subaru has revealed the Trailseeker earlier this year which is a larger version of the Solterra/bZ4X and is a twin to the Toyota bZ4X Touring. It will be called the E-Outback in Europe.Although Toyota has confirmed the bZ4X Touring will arrive in Australia during the first half of 2026, Subaru hasn’t detailed any information regarding when to expect the Trailseeker locally.Earlier this month Subaru also revealed its third EV offering, the Uncharted ‘coupe’ SUV. It was co-developed with the Toyota C-HR+.At this stage it’s unclear whether the Subaru Uncharted will be offered outside of Europe, however with the introduction of the federal government’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) this compels carmakers to bring more low-emissions and EVs to Australia in order to avoid fines.

The new Subaru Forester landing in Australia could finally open the gates for more proper hybrid models in the brand’s local line-up, as well as more electric cars to come after the lacklustre Toyota bZ4X-based Solterra EV.