Subaru announces the launch of the XV Black Limited Edition

A new “go-anywhere” car has freshly embarked onto the market today, as Subaru announced the launch of the Subaru XV Black, a new limited edition variant of their popular compact crossover. The visual changes look quite sleek, rugged and stylish from the photos in the recent press release. Its Crystal Black Silica paint finish gives it more unique upmarket appeal.  But what else has Subaru included in this special limited run model?

Firstly, the ‘XV Black’ models will be available with a choice of either Subaru’s 2.0-litre Boxer diesel engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission, or the 2.0-litre Boxer petrol unit and a Lineartronic automatic transmission. Other features include front, rear and side silver-resin underguards, front and rear mudflaps, a cargo step panel and a foldable cargo tray. Inside, the Black model is fitted with heavy-duty rubber floor mats and the All-Wheel-Drive XV Black is priced at £24,495 (on-the-road) for the 2.0i Lineartronic and £24,995 for the 2.0 Boxer diesel. Subaru say that “motorists will pay just £1,000 for all the extras fitted as standard to the XV Black, which – if fitted separately as options to other models in the range – would total over £1,600.”

Subaru XV Black Limited Edition

Model	Price OTR (£)	CO2 g/km	VED band
XV 2.0i Black Lineartronic	£24,495	153	G
XV 2.0D Black manual	£24,995	146	F

 

The Subaru XV Black limited edition will also include standard equipment levels, such as:

•  Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) system - providing world-class hazard avoidance capabilities


•  front, side, curtain, and knee airbags


•  17-inch alloy wheels


•  daytime running lights


•  heated front seats and wiper de-icers


•  cruise control, folding door mirrors, and dual-zone air-conditioning


•  rear view safety camera, HID headlamps, and rear privacy glass


•  Bluetooth

These particular XV models would appeal to a wide range of customers, but more so to families. Not only is it roomy and comfortable for all, it also happens to have one of the highest scores for child occupant protection ever recorded (90%) in the Euro NCAP crash safety ratings. Along with other safety features, the XV rated a highly coveted five-stars overall.  If you fancy taking a closer look at the limited run XV model, you can inspect and test drive one as of today. If you do get behind the wheel of one these, please share and let me know what you thought about it via the Low Cost Vans blog or my Twitter page.