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post Nov 6 2012, 11:01 PM, updated 12y ago

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http://www.mudah.my/New+Subaru+XV+2+0+AWD+CVT-18735494.htm
http://www.mudah.my/Subaru+XV+B+-18832697.htm

Saw this 2 ad in mudah.com from 2 diff state.
Offering RM139.8k for early bird booking.

This could be the cheapest Subaru(new car from Subaru dealer) in town.

Too bad no CKD WRX STi.
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post Nov 6 2012, 11:05 PM

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post Nov 7 2012, 12:04 AM

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A very nice,very good looking crossover SUV.
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post Nov 7 2012, 01:59 AM

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Indeed cheap but worried about new dealers after sales service quality....

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post Nov 7 2012, 07:47 AM

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This is from Motor Image Malaysia.
RM139.8k is introductory price.
Price could go up after launch and availability in market.
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post Nov 7 2012, 08:24 AM

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Is this CKD or Thailand? Comes with HID? Looks like a better buy than the CRV imo.
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post Nov 7 2012, 08:53 AM

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Boxer Engine, Symmetrical AWD & CVT FTW
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post Nov 7 2012, 10:10 AM

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http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/subaru/xv/suv/review

not bad only if it c/w diesel engine
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post Nov 7 2012, 10:46 AM

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post Nov 7 2012, 12:08 PM

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Looks pretty good for an SUV, definitely way better looking than CRV or Hyundai. I don't like the rims though.
How much power does it make? Seems like NA engine, no mention of turbo.
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QUOTE(6UE5T @ Nov 7 2012, 12:08 PM)
Looks pretty good for an SUV, definitely way better looking than CRV or Hyundai. I don't like the rims though.
How much power does it make? Seems like NA engine, no mention of turbo.
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Not enough.... 148bhp 2.0 NA.. moving over 1400++ kg... Only 1.6/2.0 Petrol and 2.0 Diesel models. No turbo.
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not yet factor in the power lost and rubberband issue in CVT.. hmm.gif hmm.gif....
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QUOTE(BuFung @ Nov 7 2012, 12:49 PM)
not yet factor in the power lost and rubberband issue in CVT..  hmm.gif hmm.gif....
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There is a manual version, just not sure whether MI will be selling it or not.
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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Nov 7 2012, 12:39 PM)
Not enough.... 148bhp 2.0 NA.. moving over 1400++ kg... Only 1.6/2.0 Petrol and 2.0 Diesel models. No turbo.
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Yeah as expected, power similar like all the other 2ltr SUVs in that range.
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post Nov 7 2012, 02:41 PM

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XV
110kW power @ 6200rpm
196Nm torque @ 4200rpm
Curb Weight 1390 kg (M)/ 1380 kg (A)
Grd Clearance 220mm

CRV
110kW power @ 6200rpm
190Nm torque @ 4200rpm
Curb Weight 1540 kg
Grd Clearance 185mm

Needless to say, at RM140k vs RM150k, I'll go for the XV. In an SUV, Torgue is what matters, not kW. And measured against a lighter vehicle, it's a no brainer. The only concern, as usual would be resale value.

Driving a CRV now for past 2 years. Fuel consumption is bad as to be expected of a Honda engine.
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CX5 @ 114KW @6000rpm, 200Nm @ 4000rpm... weight 1522kg...

hmm.. kind of similar too..
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Cars of that weight/size should at least have 2.4-2.5ltr engines. That's why in Indonesia nobody wants to buy the 2ltr CRV!

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is this price logical if compared to the forester? 10k extra
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post Nov 8 2012, 03:59 AM

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putting power aside,



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post Nov 13 2012, 06:27 AM

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Will you buy this crossover? I'm thinking buying it.
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QUOTE(Vervain @ Nov 8 2012, 03:59 AM)
putting power aside,



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after watching the videos... wow, why would anyone get anything else other then Subaru's 4 wheel drive?


also, I wonder how much the 2.0liter forrester XV? with turbo 250hp version coming in for ckd??

If it comes in at 250hp + 4wheel drive.... wow...almost as fast as Cayenne 6.2second 0-100. @ 180++k??


Is this the same car?

http://jalopnik.com/5960236/2014-subaru-fo...round-the-block

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post Nov 23 2012, 10:18 AM

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booked my subaru xv on wednesday. delivery feb 2013. not confirm colour yet. next month 2 more display model with different colour will arrive. most probably i will choose white but dark metallic grey is also in mind. anyone else book the xv?
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QUOTE(drklyong @ Nov 23 2012, 10:18 AM)
booked my subaru xv on wednesday. delivery feb 2013. not confirm colour yet. next month 2 more display model with different colour will arrive. most probably i will choose white but dark metallic grey is also in mind. anyone else book the xv?
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were you one of the first 200 people to book the car ?cause i asked at the roadshow in the curve, the sales guy said the first 200 customers will get a rm 6k discount ,... and about 130 people have booked the car already ..
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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Nov 23 2012, 12:15 PM)
were you one of the first 200 people to book the car ?cause i asked at the roadshow in the curve, the sales guy said the first 200 customers will get a rm 6k discount ,... and about 130 people have booked the car already ..
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yes , the first 200 get 6k discount. and the car will be registered as 2013 not 2012. i believe T& H will give u some discount but also give you 2012 car. so you lost 1 year in term of depreciation of value. Talk to the sales fellow, currently 90% parts from japan 10% local for the first batch. later maybe more and more parts will be made locally. last count on wednesday they told me 142 cars booked.
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Saw on paper, they doing promo, now only 129k
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i went to see this yesterday, its 129k now, got 30 units available at this price. Im actually a Subaru fan, used to own a WRX from MI. but i dont think even at 129k the XV is worth it.

1st of all, its not a SUV, its a crossover, its based on the impreza. So the only thing SUVish about it is the slightly higher ride height vs a normal sedan.

I will based my reasons on why its not worth 129k vs the Focus Titanium+ thats 122k atm.

the focus has +3 airbags, electric drivers seat, much bigger boot, 30+ bhp, BLIS, dual clutch and its 7k cheaper. The focus is actually longer then wider then the XV.

so while at first sight ppl go WOW..so cheap 129k for a jap "SUV" if you really do a spec to spec comparison with other cars, its not worth it. Yes it looks nice and is very diffrent from the normal CRV, sportage etc, but its not for me.
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well, my friend has one (his father bought it, he just temporarily driving it), and he let me test drive once.

dont talk about power. with such small engine + CVT... really???? normal city/highway drive still okay. but it's a disappointment if you put the foot down.

rear seats not very spacious. boot space still okay.
quite easy to park the car as well.

oh, and, it only comes with halogen headlights. and even Kenwood head unit.

accessories quite less. interior design very traditional-ish.
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post Apr 15 2013, 10:59 PM

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Well I think to be fair, first of all it is an SUV...and so comparing to another sedan class car might be slightly unfair.

To begin with, Ford Focus is a feature rich car even when compared to a Honda Civic, Toyota Altis, Mitsubishi Lancer and Nissan Sylphy. Ford is really trying to gain market share by providing increased features at competitive pricing. I like the new Focus, being a Ford Smax owner.

However, I think the XV holds its own within its class. First of all these CUV/SUVs are generally all wheel drive and have higher ground clearance, as pointed out by JWRX. These AWD systems generally increases the cost in my opinion.

Although cars like Ford Focus are feature rich, but when compared to similar competition like ASX or CRV, I think XV does have its benefits and pros. CRV is heavy and pretty sluggish compared to XV and ASX, but most spacious out of the 3.

But where I think XV really shines, is the fact that although its small, its form factor coupled with the AWD, low lying COG (due to boxer flat four engine) gives it a pretty good and sporty road handling (for a SUV). And its ground clearance is just superb with more than 200mm space beneath. I owned a Forester for 4 years and really enjoyed the handling and reduced body roll during corners given its size and ground clearance.

Sure the 2.0 NA engine is no road burner, but I don't think XV was targeted at the performance suv/cuv market. That would be the Forester.

These 'off-road' features are obviously not very useful for the general commuter who works in an office with nice car park. For some users who occasionally have to enter industrial areas, shabby roads or even near construction sites, it is indeed useful. Good grip on uneven roads or water patches on highways. Furthermore, with the current frequent flash floods in Malaysia, I have many times seen these SUVs just cruise over most of these water ponds, whereas luxury sedans stop by the wayside worrying about getting their undercarriage dirty or worst still water penetration. Of course it can't escape a mega flood.

So I think at the end of the day, one needs to look at what they need from the car. For people who do not need the ground clearance and AWD then surely they should go for more comfortable sedans with added features. But for people who need it, I think at the reduced price of 129k, it should definitely be considered.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 15 2013, 10:59 PM)
Well I think to be fair, first of all it is an SUV...and so comparing to another sedan class car might be slightly unfair.

To begin with, Ford Focus is a feature rich car even when compared to a Honda Civic, Toyota Altis, Mitsubishi Lancer and Nissan Sylphy. Ford is really trying to gain market share by providing increased features at competitive pricing. I like the new Focus, being a Ford Smax owner.

However, I think the XV holds its own within its class. First of all these CUV/SUVs are generally all wheel drive and have higher ground clearance, as pointed out by JWRX. These AWD systems generally increases the cost in my opinion.

Although cars like Ford  Focus are feature rich, but when compared to similar competition like ASX or CRV, I think XV does have its benefits and pros. CRV is heavy and pretty sluggish compared to XV and ASX, but most spacious out of the 3.

But where I think XV really shines, is the fact that although its small, its form factor coupled with the AWD, low lying COG (due to boxer flat four engine) gives it a pretty good and sporty road handling (for a SUV). And its ground clearance is just superb with more than 200mm space beneath. I owned a Forester for 4 years and really enjoyed the handling and reduced body roll during corners given its size and ground clearance.

Sure the 2.0 NA engine is no road burner, but I don't think XV was targeted at the performance suv/cuv market. That would be the Forester.

These 'off-road' features are obviously not very useful for the general commuter who works in an office with nice car park. For some users who occasionally have to enter industrial areas, shabby roads or even near construction sites, it is indeed useful. Good grip on uneven roads or water patches on highways. Furthermore, with the current frequent flash floods in Malaysia, I have many times seen these SUVs just cruise over most of these water ponds, whereas luxury sedans stop by the wayside worrying about getting their undercarriage dirty or worst still water penetration. Of course it can't escape a mega flood.

So I think at the end of the day, one needs to look at what they need from the car. For people who do not need the ground clearance and AWD then surely they should go for more comfortable sedans with added features. But for people who need it, I think at the reduced price of 129k, it should definitely be considered.
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First of all this is NOT a SUV but a crossover.. practically a sedan/hatchback on high suspension. It is actually an Impreza 5 door hatch on high suspension. That is the boot space is no bigger than the Impreza hatch as all they did was put the platform on raised suspension and did not bother to change it. Since you had a forester, you would understand how much a crossover a Forester is and not so much a SUV. I'm not sure which Forester you had but they were all based on the Impreza platform with a higher roof added (for latest model) to look more like an SUV but handles like a sedan. The older models just look like beefier versions of the Impreza wagon.

Crossovers are getting popular as SUVs are just too big to move around in urban areas. That is why they have crossovers like the Suzuki SX4.... small but tall. You have the height benefit but not the size.




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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Apr 16 2013, 09:26 AM)
First of all this is NOT a SUV but a crossover.. practically a sedan/hatchback on high suspension. It is actually an Impreza 5 door hatch on high suspension. That is the boot space is no bigger than the Impreza hatch as all they did was put the platform on raised suspension and did not bother to change it. Since you had a forester, you would understand how much a crossover a Forester is and not so much a SUV. I'm not sure which Forester you had but they were all based on the Impreza platform with a higher roof added (for latest model) to look more like an SUV but handles like a sedan. The older models just look like beefier versions of the Impreza wagon.

Crossovers are getting popular as SUVs are just too big to move around in urban areas. That is why they have crossovers like the Suzuki SX4.... small but tall. You have the height benefit but not the size.
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Which is why I said CUV/SUVs.......

But at the end of the day, these are just terms for various higher suspended cars of different size. One should not let how the marketing term dictate what they buy. You buy a car for what you need....is all I am saying. Irregardless of what platform it is. Similarly Tiguan and Q5 also share platforms with their smaller siblings.....

If you need a high riding car but not a people mover, then consider it. But if you need ample space, then look at the bigger SUVs. But for what it is and at the price of 129k, I think it is worth considering if it matches ones requirement.

I also owned the very first generation Honda CRV more than 10 years ago....and you know what CRV stood for? There was a huge sticker on the back with the words....Comfortable Roundabout Vehicle.......needless to say...I peeled the ugly thing off....


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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 16 2013, 09:59 AM)
Which is why I said CUV/SUVs.......

But at the end of the day, these are just terms for various higher suspended cars of different size. One should not let how the marketing term dictate what they buy. You buy a car for what you need....is all I am saying. Irregardless of what platform it is. Similarly Tiguan and Q5 also share platforms with their smaller siblings.....

If you need a high riding car but not a people mover, then consider it. But if you need ample space, then look at the bigger SUVs. But for what it is and at the price of 129k, I think it is worth considering if it matches ones requirement.

I also owned the very first generation Honda CRV more than 10 years ago....and you know what CRV stood for? There was a huge sticker on the back with the words....Comfortable Roundabout Vehicle.......needless to say...I peeled the ugly thing off....
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It could also have been Runabout instead of Roundabout....cannot remember clearly...
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 16 2013, 09:59 AM)
Which is why I said CUV/SUVs.......

But at the end of the day, these are just terms for various higher suspended cars of different size. One should not let how the marketing term dictate what they buy. You buy a car for what you need....is all I am saying. Irregardless of what platform it is. Similarly Tiguan and Q5 also share platforms with their smaller siblings.....

If you need a high riding car but not a people mover, then consider it. But if you need ample space, then look at the bigger SUVs. But for what it is and at the price of 129k, I think it is worth considering if it matches ones requirement.

I also owned the very first generation Honda CRV more than 10 years ago....and you know what CRV stood for? There was a huge sticker on the back with the words....Comfortable Roundabout Vehicle.......needless to say...I peeled the ugly thing off....
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Unfortunately in Malaysia people don't have the choice of choosing the Impreza Sedan which is priced lower than the XV. So in fact people are paying for a premium for the same thing they can get cheaper minus the height but they don't realise that in Malaysia since TC Subaru/MI does not bring in the Impreza 2.0i. The 129K for a sedan with additional 3 inches of clearance is a rather high price to pay. Subaru's edge with AWD has been surpassed by the implementation of ESPs/BFDs/ETCs/EveryOther3LetterAbbv/SOS in standard sedans and compacts and it is something not appreciated by most Malaysians. I drive a Subaru myself and fully appreciate the AWD while most drivers don't even know whether they are powered by their front or rear wheels. To them, the car just moves... and that is all they care about.
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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Apr 16 2013, 11:07 AM)
Unfortunately in Malaysia people don't have the choice of choosing the Impreza Sedan which is priced lower than the XV. So in fact people are paying for a premium for the same thing they can get cheaper minus the height but they don't realise that in Malaysia since TC Subaru/MI does not bring in the Impreza 2.0i. The 129K for a sedan with additional 3 inches of clearance is a rather high price to pay. Subaru's edge with AWD has been surpassed by the implementation of ESPs/BFDs/ETCs/EveryOther3LetterAbbv/SOS in standard sedans and compacts and it is something not appreciated by most Malaysians. I drive a Subaru myself and fully appreciate the AWD while most drivers don't even know whether they are powered by their front or rear wheels. To them, the car just moves... and that is all they care about.
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Hi,
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Did you mean is it like this?

XV = Higher version Impreza sedan

ASX = Higher version of Lancer sedan
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QUOTE(kcchong2000 @ Apr 16 2013, 11:51 AM)
Hi,
Just to clarify
Did you mean is it like this?

XV = Higher version Impreza sedan

ASX =  Higher version of Lancer sedan
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That is practically what it is.. of course they don't just jack the car up.. they'd do some cosmetic changes on the outside so it looks more like a crossover than a sedan on stilts. Subaru did some changes outside but didn't do much to the platform. That is the reason for the poor boot space in the XV. People expect a taller car to have a deeper boot space as the clearance allows for that but Subaru didn't change the hatchback platform at all. So you just end up with a 'higher/taller' boot space that is the about the same as the hatchback.
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Basically the XV is more like a Golf Cross Country
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Passat Alltrack, Cross Touran... that sort of car. A bit lifted, and maybe with 4x4. Other cars like that are for example the Kangoo 4x4
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and the Panda 4x4
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Though the latter two are actually used as offroaders, the Panda has for example 5 cm more ground clearance.

But if you want ground clearance, may I suggest this?
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I remembered posting the Subaru Impreza WRX Hatch and the XV comparison pic in another XV topic... and here it is again.. a quick glance and both cars look almost the same.

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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Apr 16 2013, 11:07 AM)
Unfortunately in Malaysia people don't have the choice of choosing the Impreza Sedan which is priced lower than the XV. So in fact people are paying for a premium for the same thing they can get cheaper minus the height but they don't realise that in Malaysia since TC Subaru/MI does not bring in the Impreza 2.0i. The 129K for a sedan with additional 3 inches of clearance is a rather high price to pay. Subaru's edge with AWD has been surpassed by the implementation of ESPs/BFDs/ETCs/EveryOther3LetterAbbv/SOS in standard sedans and compacts and it is something not appreciated by most Malaysians. I drive a Subaru myself and fully appreciate the AWD while most drivers don't even know whether they are powered by their front or rear wheels. To them, the car just moves... and that is all they care about.
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Well all the 2WD technology to prevent slippage are pretty good, but when going into really poor ground conditions that have no road, those 2WD technology really can't help much. I drove my Forester regularly into construction sites (during early stages) and the AWD really really helped out a lot. Tried driving a X1 RWD into site before...big big mistake. If there was rain the night before....

Anyway..as you said a lot of the buyers don't bother too much about AWD. Similar to what ever platform the car is on.

Females will look at it and like or dislike the looks, comfort, usability, ease of getting on or off, get to see the road from a higher level....etc.

Uncles/Aunties will probably like the nice height for getting onto these CUVs without killing their knees...

So far I have seen a few on the road and the drivers are housewives and uncles.

So at the end of the day, these CUVs/SUVs are indeed priced higher than their siblings because the car makers know there is a market for them. Irregardless of how they reuse a platform from a smaller car. If the market needs/wants it they make it. And I am pretty sure coming up with a whole new platform will drive car costs up and given the competition of car models nowadays, I doubt it would be very wise to redesign from floor up unless something is really wrong with it.
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Im not saying its a bad car, theres def + points, and ppl will buy it because they like it.

Im just saying that for the price you pay, you really arnt getting much. Dont forget a Suzuki Vitara SUV is only 119k


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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 16 2013, 05:46 PM)
Well all the 2WD technology to prevent slippage are pretty good, but when going into really poor ground conditions that have no road, those 2WD technology really can't help much. I drove my Forester regularly into construction sites (during early stages) and the AWD really really helped out a lot. Tried driving a X1 RWD into site before...big big mistake. If there was rain the night before....

Anyway..as you said a lot of the buyers don't bother too much about AWD. Similar to what ever platform the car is on.

Females will look at it and like or dislike the looks, comfort, usability, ease of getting on or off, get to see the road from a higher level....etc.

Uncles/Aunties will probably like the nice height for getting onto these CUVs without killing their knees...

So far I have seen a few on the road and the drivers are housewives and uncles.

So at the end of the day, these CUVs/SUVs are indeed priced higher than their siblings because the car makers know there is a market for them. Irregardless of how they reuse a platform from a smaller car. If the market needs/wants it they make it. And I am pretty sure coming up with a whole new platform will drive car costs up and given the competition of car models nowadays, I doubt it would be very wise to redesign from floor up unless something is really wrong with it.
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My experience with the X-Trail and my father was that it is pretty hard to get him into the car. It's just too high.

As for AWD... if you need it, you need it. But my guess is most Malaysians don't, they drive on road. Technology such as ESP can't be replaced by AWD, neither can it replace AWD. Two very different technologies for different purposes.

Personally I think the XV is perfectly fine, it will serve it's purpose (though I'd rather have an Impreza). But that boot is ridiculous. Yes, I believe Sleepwalker explained why it was so small, but still... it is ridiculously small.

I guess the Vitara is better off-road, but the XV could very well be better on road. Since that's where most crossover/SUVs are driven it's perfectly fine.

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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 16 2013, 05:46 PM)
Well all the 2WD technology to prevent slippage are pretty good, but when going into really poor ground conditions that have no road, those 2WD technology really can't help much. I drove my Forester regularly into construction sites (during early stages) and the AWD really really helped out a lot. Tried driving a X1 RWD into site before...big big mistake. If there was rain the night before....

Anyway..as you said a lot of the buyers don't bother too much about AWD. Similar to what ever platform the car is on.

Females will look at it and like or dislike the looks, comfort, usability, ease of getting on or off, get to see the road from a higher level....etc.

Uncles/Aunties will probably like the nice height for getting onto these CUVs without killing their knees...

So far I have seen a few on the road and the drivers are housewives and uncles.

So at the end of the day, these CUVs/SUVs are indeed priced higher than their siblings because the car makers know there is a market for them. Irregardless of how they reuse a platform from a smaller car. If the market needs/wants it they make it. And I am pretty sure coming up with a whole new platform will drive car costs up and given the competition of car models nowadays, I doubt it would be very wise to redesign from floor up unless something is really wrong with it.
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i resent that , i ain`t a uncle .. XD tongue.gif


anyway back to the car having used it since before cny , the one complaint i have with it is , the gearbox is bit noisy ...

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between XV and Forester , which one is better ?

from the spec , i will be definitely choose Forester though i have to fork out 20k to get a better SUV
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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Apr 16 2013, 06:18 PM)
i resent that , i ain`t a uncle .. XD  tongue.gif
anyway back to the car having used it since before cny , the one complaint i have with it is , the gearbox is bit noisy ...
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sonic: No offense. Was just agreeing to sleepwalker and reinforcing the fact that majority of car buyers don't give a damn about many technical details of the car, especially housewife and uncles. But I can see how they can be attracted to cars like ASX and XV.

Also was just stating the fact that I have only indeed seen female and uncle drivers on this car so far. Not to say that it is only a car for uncles and housewifes. I personally like it too. But too bad not enough ommph for me, having driven a Forester 2.5 turbo unit with an upgraded turbo. If this car came with a turbocharged boxer, I would have booked it way back when.

But mind sharing what made you buy this car in the first place? What were the positives of this XV for you?

Kevler: I think you need to test drive both and see for yourself what you need and price of course.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 16 2013, 11:16 PM)
sonic: No offense. Was just agreeing to sleepwalker and reinforcing the fact that majority of car buyers don't give a damn about many technical details of the car, especially housewife and uncles. But I can see how they can be attracted to cars like ASX and XV.

Also was just stating the fact that I have only indeed seen female and uncle drivers on this car so far. Not to say that it is only a car for uncles and housewifes. I personally like it too. But too bad not enough ommph for me, having driven a Forester 2.5 turbo unit with an upgraded turbo. If this car came with a turbocharged boxer, I would have booked it way back when.

But mind sharing what made you buy this car in the first place? What were the positives of this XV for you?

Kevler: I think you need to test drive both and see for yourself what you need and price of course.
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pretty sure it can be turbo`ed later on .

as what made me buy the car , well for one

1 engine does not give headaches
2 size , compared to my previous car .
3 4wd...this due to personal preference .
4 parents nagging , one pasal they cannot get into my old car ( too low) , and another being the maintaince/repair on the previous car ..
5 hate the crv shape ,and no new rav4 .. (recon only )
6 the handling is quite good for car that tall .


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none taken . XD
pretty sure it can be turbo`ed later on .

as what made me buy the car , well for one

1 engine does not give headaches
2 size , compared to my previous car .
3 4wd...this due to personal preference .
4 parents nagging , one pasal they cannot get into my old car ( too low)  , and another being the maintaince/repair on the previous car ..
5 hate the crv shape ,and no new rav4 .. (recon only )
6 the handling is quite good for car that tall .
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Wait till u send it for service....

You'll 'love' it!!!!
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Out of interest, did you not compare to the ASX?
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Wait till u send it for service....

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AFAIK only turbocharged XV are the diesel ones, 2.0 145hp @3600rpm, 350nm @1600rpm
and mitsubishi ain't bringing it in due to our lousy diesel or maybe coz it only have manual transmission

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never did consider it ... lol tongue.gif
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Simple... The service sucks big time!!!
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Unfortunately I have to agree on this one. None of the dozens of Subaru Impreza drivers that I know ever goes back to TCS/MI for service unless it was during the warranty period. We have a few Subaru specialist around that can do the job better than them at half the cost.
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never did consider it ... lol tongue.gif
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Do what you need to do at TCS/MI until the warranty runs out. Anything that you can do outside that does not void warranty, you might want to consider doing it outside. They charge an exorbitant amount for parts. For example, OEM Subaru Impreza WRX front brake pads RM850 per pair. For that price I can get racing spec pads and OEM Replacement pads 0-500C range is only around RM400-500 per pair. Suspension.. hah.. that one is a real joke.. RM5000 OEM.

Since you have a new car, it should be pretty much trouble free as Subaru parts do last quite long but once they break, it becomes a headache as it does not share many common parts with other cars. Their parts are pretty 'unique' to Subaru only.
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Do what you need to do at TCS/MI until the warranty runs out. Anything that you can do outside that does not void warranty, you might want to consider doing it outside. They charge an exorbitant amount for parts. For example, OEM Subaru Impreza WRX front brake pads RM850 per pair. For that price I can get racing spec pads and OEM Replacement pads 0-500C range is only around RM400-500 per pair. Suspension.. hah.. that one is a real joke.. RM5000 OEM.

Since you have a new car, it should be pretty much trouble free as Subaru parts do last quite long but once they break, it becomes a headache as it does not share many common parts with other cars. Their parts are pretty 'unique' to Subaru only.
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ah , that .. pretty much expected that already , well, not yet rech that stage yet though .
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ah , that .. pretty much expected that already , well, not yet rech that stage yet though .
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It is true. I owned the Forester between 09 till end of last year. The minute warranty was over, I did not return to MI for servicing. The last time I was there to service was in 2011. However, I see that they have now expanded their operations and the XV sells in larger volumes compared to the previous Foresters, WRXs and Legacys.

Also heard that they are gonna have a spare part hub here. They are also rebuilding a 7 storey HQ building 2 lots away from their current HQ. So hopefully this will change things around a bit. Afterall, if they want to establish an increased market share, they need to change their service attitude.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 17 2013, 10:05 AM)
It is true. I owned the Forester between 09 till end of last year. The minute warranty was over, I did not return to MI for servicing. The last time I was there to service was in 2011. However, I see that they have now expanded their operations and the XV sells in larger volumes compared to the previous Foresters, WRXs and Legacys.

Also heard that they are gonna have a spare part hub here. They are also rebuilding a 7 storey HQ building 2 lots away from their current HQ. So hopefully this will change things around a bit. Afterall, if they want to establish an increased market share, they need to change their service attitude.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 17 2013, 10:05 AM)
It is true. I owned the Forester between 09 till end of last year. The minute warranty was over, I did not return to MI for servicing. The last time I was there to service was in 2011. However, I see that they have now expanded their operations and the XV sells in larger volumes compared to the previous Foresters, WRXs and Legacys.

Also heard that they are gonna have a spare part hub here. They are also rebuilding a 7 storey HQ building 2 lots away from their current HQ. So hopefully this will change things around a bit. Afterall, if they want to establish an increased market share, they need to change their service attitude.
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I don't think they'll ever change bro. It's the attitude that matters the most. Most of their SAs have worst attitudes than even Proton's SAs!!!!!!

I'm also speaking from experience as I send my car for servicing since 2010!!!

Been a customer of T and H before, even proton and perodua but nothing 'out beats' Subaru!!!!



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QUOTE(ReVolVolution @ Apr 17 2013, 11:00 AM)
I don't think they'll ever change bro. It's the attitude that matters the most. Most of their SAs have worst attitudes than even Proton's SAs!!!!!!

I'm also speaking from experience as I send my car for servicing since 2010!!!

Been a customer of T and H before, even proton and perodua but nothing 'out beats' Subaru!!!!
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malaysia is like that one lah...
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malaysia is like that one lah...
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Cannot say that bro... if everyone says that then, our service industry will die soon.

I can say Subarus are great! Great in handling, great in quality and great in looks! biggrin.gif

Just that IF... and I say IF Motor Image or TC is really keen on capturing the Malaysian market with Subarus, they MUST improve on Customer Service dept!!!!!

Every 2-3 months, they have so many staff turnover! Everytime I go there, it's a new person. Being new and perhaps they know that they'll not last that long, they just treat customers like rubbish!

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QUOTE(subaru555 @ Apr 17 2013, 11:44 AM)
Cannot say that bro... if everyone says that then, our service industry will die soon.

I can say Subarus are great! Great in handling, great in quality and great in looks!  biggrin.gif

Just that IF... and I say IF Motor Image or TC is really keen on capturing the Malaysian market with Subarus, they MUST improve on Customer Service dept!!!!!

Every 2-3 months, they have so many staff turnover! Everytime I go there, it's a new person. Being new and perhaps they know that they'll not last that long, they just treat customers like rubbish!

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QUOTE(ReVolVolution @ Apr 17 2013, 11:00 AM)
I don't think they'll ever change bro. It's the attitude that matters the most. Most of their SAs have worst attitudes than even Proton's SAs!!!!!!

I'm also speaking from experience as I send my car for servicing since 2010!!!

Been a customer of T and H before, even proton and perodua but nothing 'out beats' Subaru!!!!
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dunno , the sales person which i got seems to be quite ok , same guy handled it from when i placed the deposit @ the roadshow in the cuve last year , till delivery before cny .

one thing thogh m the road leadin into the service centre is crap .. lol ..
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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Apr 17 2013, 03:49 PM)
dunno , the sales person which i got seems to be quite ok , same guy handled it from when i placed the deposit @ the roadshow in the cuve last year , till delivery before cny .

one thing thogh m the road leadin into the service centre is crap .. lol ..
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Sales people ok... it's the SERVICE ADVISORS that you need to beware... All lazy @rses!!!!

BTW, don't be surprise your Sales Advisors quit in 4-6 months time.
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So did you eventually buy it or at least test drove it? It's April now since your last comment on this XV. Thanks


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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 17 2013, 02:05 AM)
It is true. I owned the Forester between 09 till end of last year. The minute warranty was over, I did not return to MI for servicing. The last time I was there to service was in 2011. However, I see that they have now expanded their operations and the XV sells in larger volumes compared to the previous Foresters, WRXs and Legacys.

Also heard that they are gonna have a spare part hub here. They are also rebuilding a 7 storey HQ building 2 lots away from their current HQ. So hopefully this will change things around a bit. Afterall, if they want to establish an increased market share, they need to change their service attitude.
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Can you help recommend me Subaru specialist other than MI? I wish to get my service done there rather than with those at MI Thq
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Can you help recommend me Subaru specialist other than MI? I wish to get my service done there rather than with those at MI  Thq
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But do you still have warranty? If you do, I suggest you stick with them first in case they use that as an excuse to void your warranty should any problem crop up.
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But do you still have warranty? If you do, I suggest you stick with them first in case they use that as an excuse to void your warranty should any problem crop up.
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Yes but I would still like some in case recommendations for outside service places that are subaru vehicle specialist. Surely I can still do a few regular service outside of MI right? I dont have to go to them for each and every service while under warranty do I?

Thanks
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Apr 17 2013, 05:26 PM)
Yes but I would still like some in case recommendations for outside service places that are subaru vehicle specialist. Surely I can still do a few regular service outside of MI right? I dont have to go to them for each and every service while under warranty do I?

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It depends on your warranty conditions. If it says must be serviced by authorized centres then I think they have the right to be difficult and use it against you. Coz if you don't do it at their place, then you will have missing service record say if you skipped 20k service and did it elsewhere. But if you want to do additional oil change on top of their recommended periods, then I guess you can do so outside. Just make sure you use back Subaru oil filter etc.

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How many have they sold? Until today, other than those at the showroom, I haven't seen any on the road. Heck, I have seen more Lambos than XVs.

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How many have they sold?  Until today, other than those at the showroom, I haven't seen any on the road.  Heck, I have seen more Lambos than XVs.
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Any thoughts why so few XVs on the road or why they have sold so few?
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depends on where you are. bangsar, ss2/ TTDI area alot, in fact it was because i started seeing so many i decided to go check out the showroom. cos i knew for so many ppl to buy, subaru sure giving big discount
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QUOTE(jwrx @ Apr 22 2013, 08:50 AM)
depends on where you are. bangsar, ss2/ TTDI area alot, in fact it was because i started seeing so many i decided to go check out the showroom. cos i knew for so many ppl to buy, subaru sure giving big discount
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Maybe Ikttan living or working in a rich area smile.gif Sure see more Lambs la.....

I have spotted quite a few on the NKVE on the Damansara side here. Grey and white mostly.

Subaru now cutting price down to 129k before OTR, around 134k otr (apparently till end of the month of April)...sure gonna see more XVs on the road soon.




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How many have they sold?  Until today, other than those at the showroom, I haven't seen any on the road.  Heck, I have seen more Lambos than XVs.
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the xv going against competitive suv/crossover market..crv,xtrail,cx5..xv belong to niche market..boxer, legendary awd system.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 22 2013, 11:17 AM)
Maybe Ikttan living or working in a rich area smile.gif Sure see more Lambs la.....

I have spotted quite a few on the NKVE on the Damansara side here. Grey and white mostly.
Wahsehhhhhh ... where got! I was driving around PJ/Bangsar area over the weekend (no, I don't live in these high-class areas :-) and did not see any on the road.

Launched since Nov/Dec 2012 and I haven't seen one on the road ... hmmphhhhh ... (except one in my taman but that doesn't count as I seen it in the porch only).


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Wahsehhhhhh ... where got!  I was driving around PJ/Bangsar area over the weekend (no, I don't live in these high-class areas :-) and did not see any on the road. 

Launched since Nov/Dec 2012 and I haven't seen one on the road ... hmmphhhhh ... (except one in my taman but that doesn't count as I seen it in the porch only).
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So the question is why, why no one want to buy this car? Too expensive in any way? Maintenance? Lousy? Is Subaru a local made car or is it imported? Maybe it's a new subsidiary of Perodua?
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Apr 23 2013, 12:03 AM)
So the question is why, why no one want to buy this car? Too expensive in any way? Maintenance? Lousy? Is Subaru a local made car or is it imported? Maybe it's a new subsidiary of Perodua?
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That's because nobody knows Subaru. All these while, they have only brought in the high performance WRX and WRX STi models but none of the standard consumer models. There is also a conflict of identities since people associate Tan Chong with Nissan and yet they own TC Subaru/MI. You don't see anybody driving standard Impreza sedans around with the exception of the one or 2 units of grey imports. The standard sedans are rarer than the WRX and WRX STi in Malaysia.

Back in the hey days of Subaru Rally, only WRX models were available and priced out of range of most buyers. Now, the rally days are behind them and the brand has faded into obscurity, with the only few Subaru Impreza WRX and STi on the road reminding the public what Subaru stands for...

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That's because nobody knows Subaru. All these while, they have only brought in the high performance WRX and WRX STi models but none of the standard consumer models. There is also a conflict of identities since people associate Tan Chong with Nissan and yet they own TC Subaru/MI. You don't see anybody driving standard Impreza sedans around with the exception of the one or 2 units of grey imports. The standard sedans are rarer than the WRX and WRX STi in Malaysia.

Back in the hey days of Subaru Rally, only WRX models were available and priced out of range of most buyers. Now, the rally days are behind them and the brand has faded into obscurity, with the only few Subaru Impreza WRX and STi on the road reminding the public what Subaru stands for...
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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Apr 23 2013, 08:51 AM)
That's because nobody knows Subaru. All these while, they have only brought in the high performance WRX and WRX STi models but none of the standard consumer models. There is also a conflict of identities since people associate Tan Chong with Nissan and yet they own TC Subaru/MI. You don't see anybody driving standard Impreza sedans around with the exception of the one or 2 units of grey imports. The standard sedans are rarer than the WRX and WRX STi in Malaysia.

Back in the hey days of Subaru Rally, only WRX models were available and priced out of range of most buyers. Now, the rally days are behind them and the brand has faded into obscurity, with the only few Subaru Impreza WRX and STi on the road reminding the public what Subaru stands for...
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thats true , cause when i pulled into the petrol station , the station owner asked me whether the car had a turbo or not .... sweat.gif
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thats true , cause when i pulled into the petrol station , the station owner asked me whether the car had a turbo or not ....  sweat.gif
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and you know what is really sad... 8 out of the 10 subaru impreza wrx/sti you see on the road are JDM grey imports and not the model brought in by Motor Image. Every WRX STi models you see on the road up to version 9 are grey imports as MI only sold WRX models then.

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I have seen a sales office at Balakong near Cheras Selatan so wonder any Subaru service centre in Kajang area ka?
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I have seen a sales office at Balakong near Cheras Selatan so wonder any Subaru service centre in Kajang area ka?
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The service centre is the shoplot directly behind the showroom. It has been there for some time.

In Kajang itself, I am not sure if there are authorized service centres or not but the cheras selatan one is close enough to Kajang.
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Looks like there are already quite a number of XV owners here in this thread ...
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The service centre is the shoplot directly behind the showroom.  It has been there for some time.

In Kajang itself, I am not sure if there are authorized service centres or not but the cheras selatan one is close enough to Kajang.
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how long is the warranty for XV? My 5-years Grand Livina is due for change soon. Thinking of getting the CRV or this. hmm.gif The CRV has 5 years warranty at the moment.

Or is there any better suggestion other than these 2? Price around RM150k or lower.
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QUOTE(Cynox @ Apr 26 2013, 01:45 AM)
how long is the warranty for XV?  My 5-years Grand Livina is due for change soon.  Thinking of getting the CRV or this.  hmm.gif   The CRV has 5 years warranty at the moment. 

Or is there any better suggestion other than these 2?  Price around RM150k or lower.
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Only 3 years and if you've lived with grand livina or have experienced a crv then you better prepare yourself when it comes to size expectations.. like going from semi d to stay at service apartment. Don't need to mention which is which right?

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QUOTE(Cynox @ Apr 26 2013, 09:45 AM)
how long is the warranty for XV?  My 5-years Grand Livina is due for change soon.  Thinking of getting the CRV or this.  hmm.gif  The CRV has 5 years warranty at the moment. 

Or is there any better suggestion other than these 2?  Price around RM150k or lower.
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so the XV has much smaller interior? Hop into the CRV during the roadshow 2 weeks ago, the interior space not much difference with my Livina, except for the 3rd roll seats which i do not use much. It was folded down and covered by a tonneau cover almost all the time.

But my wife's office have a last gen CRV as company car and the service record is bad - from spoilt power steering to gear box, so many major problems, costs about RM20,000 for maintenance last year alone (for the power steering and gear box). So she is quite skeptical to get a CRV. Dunno whether her company got a lemon or CRV is really that bad quality. The CRV is only used normally, not into offroad or anything. unsure.gif

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so the XV has much smaller interior?  Hop into the CRV during the roadshow 2 weeks ago, the interior space not much difference with my Livina, except for the 3rd roll seats which i do not use much.  It was folded down and covered by a tonneau cover almost all the time. 

But my wife's office have a last gen CRV as company car and the service record is bad - from spoilt power steering to gear box, so many major problems, costs about RM20,000 for maintenance last year alone (for the power steering and gear box).  So she is quite skeptical to get a CRV.  Dunno whether her company got a lemon or CRV is really that bad quality.  The CRV is only used normally, not into offroad or anything.  unsure.gif
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The XV is not even an SUV, it is a car-cross-over-hatchback thing which drives like a car, looks like a car, sounds like a car, all the time 4 wheel drive, but is called a crossover. So you think that this thing will have space like an SUV?

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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Apr 26 2013, 04:10 PM)
The XV is not even an SUV, it is a car-cross-over-hatchback thing which drives like a car, looks like a car, sounds like a car, all the time 4 wheel drive, but is called a crossover. So you think that this thing will have space like an SUV?
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lol... sorry for my noobness but i can't really differentiate between all these "SUV" until i sit inside one. Actually i dun have much requirements in a car. It need not to be high power fast going - just need to be comfortable, reasonable spacious, reasonable maintenance cost and resale value. tongue.gif Sat in the back passenger seat of a S Class and 7-Series a few times, doesn't really feel they are so much better than my GL in term of ride comfort (in monetary value). But the 7 series feel most comfortable if taken away the price tag. biggrin.gif

For me, a test drive is very important to get a feel of the car. Test drove the Avanza and horrified by its ride quality. Luckily Grand Livina was launched around that time and immediately confirm booking after taking the test drive - very amazed by the quiet interior and ride comfort - compared to my previous VIOS.

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XV is 5 yrs or 100,000 km and free service labour during warranty.

Although the XV is a cross over, the CRV is also not a SUV. That is why Honda emphasized that it is a Comfortable Runabout Vehicle :-) I think you are looking at a high riding vehicle and for below 150k, you also have the ASX and CX5. Note that after adding some options, CRV is above 150k.

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CYNOX said the CRV has got issues. Some parts don't last long?


I read very good reviews of the new Subaru XV by Australia Nrma and Australian Carpoint. But in England, it was rated average only! I wonder which one is malaysia version.

Has anyone driven the XV? Can compare to Ford ranger or new mazda BT50 in comfort or handling or not? hmm.gif
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QUOTE(shingliu @ Apr 26 2013, 07:23 PM)
CYNOX said the CRV has got issues.  Some parts don't last long?
I read very good reviews of the new Subaru XV by Australia Nrma and Australian Carpoint.    But in England, it was rated average only!    I wonder which one is malaysia version.

Has anyone driven the XV?    Can compare to Ford ranger or new mazda BT50 in comfort or handling or not?    hmm.gif
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It handles like a tall Subaru Impreza 5-door hatch. It's still a sedan with an additional 3 inch ride height. I kept saying that it is like the Subaru Impreza hatch only to realised that most of you guys have not seen the Impreza hatch and can't imagine how it looks and feel like. When you sit inside, it looks and feel exactly like the 5 door hatch.
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Compare an XV with a Ranger/BT50???

Totally different type of vehicle. XV definitely definitely out handle those two and also definitely definitely more comfortable. But it is not a pickup!
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It's a crossover not an SUV.

Sat on one and I can feel the back seat is much roomier compared to CX-5 and CRV but the boot space is... Of a hatchback car. If boot space is not so important, then you can consider this crossover.

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saw the xv at paradigm mall today....not bad actually...very well screwed together....hard plastics here and there but nothing compared to kias or hyundais...surprised....interior is a bit...meh though
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QUOTE(chuakz @ Apr 26 2013, 04:32 PM)
saw the xv at paradigm mall today....not bad actually...very well screwed together....hard plastics here and there but nothing compared to kias or hyundais...surprised....interior is a bit...meh though
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You comparing a Japan car with a Korean one? Interior is a bit ... (what? didnt finish your sentence and which are you referring to? XV, Kias or Hyundais?
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QUOTE(chuakz @ Apr 27 2013, 12:32 AM)
saw the xv at paradigm mall today....not bad actually...very well screwed together....hard plastics here and there but nothing compared to kias or hyundais...surprised....interior is a bit...meh though
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I do agree the interior is a bit bland compare to other car manufacturers as subaru never excels in design. But from practicality standpoint I find it quite well equipped with auto cruise, GPS head unit and reverse camera ( heard they took this off to cut cost ) and the controls are well placed and accessible.

I guess the main selling point is the driving experience. Really wanted to get some time off to test drive as this car is CKD and got a message from the sales agent that it gets quite a good discount under REP programme (below 100k)
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QUOTE(chizzu @ Apr 26 2013, 04:57 PM)
I do agree the interior is a bit bland compare to other car manufacturers as subaru never excels in design. But from practicality standpoint I find it quite well equipped with auto cruise, GPS head unit and reverse camera ( heard they took this off to cut cost ) and the controls are well placed and accessible.

I guess the main selling point is the driving experience. Really wanted to get some time off to test drive as this car is CKD and got a message from the sales agent that it gets quite a good discount under REP programme (below 100k)
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What's REP programme?
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You comparing a Japan car with a Korean one? Interior is a bit ... (what? didnt finish your sentence and which are you referring to? XV, Kias or Hyundais?
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i think i made myself perfectly clear bro...others seem to be able to understand my sentences...anyway....i think its fair to compare jap with korean with conti....y not? As long as if they are in the same class....anyway....there was a kia sportage and sorento on display at paradigm mall today along with xv...xv uses better quality plastics...soft touch...kia...even the sorento....uses hard plastics for even the dashboard....but then...interior of the xv is quite bland...functional....very subaru....of course....koreans tend to fare better in interior design...just lacking in quality...
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QUOTE(chuakz @ Apr 26 2013, 05:07 PM)
i think i made myself perfectly clear bro...others seem to be able to understand my sentences...anyway....i think its fair to compare jap with korean with conti....y not? As long as if they are in the same class....anyway....there was a kia sportage and sorento on display at paradigm mall today along with xv...xv uses better quality plastics...soft touch...kia...even the sorento....uses hard plastics for even the dashboard....but then...interior of the xv is quite bland...functional....very subaru....of course....koreans tend to fare better in interior design...just lacking in quality...
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What's REP programme?
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QUOTE(chuakz @ Apr 27 2013, 01:07 AM)
i think i made myself perfectly clear bro...others seem to be able to understand my sentences...anyway....i think its fair to compare jap with korean with conti....y not? As long as if they are in the same class....anyway....there was a kia sportage and sorento on display at paradigm mall today along with xv...xv uses better quality plastics...soft touch...kia...even the sorento....uses hard plastics for even the dashboard....but then...interior of the xv is quite bland...functional....very subaru....of course....koreans tend to fare better in interior design...just lacking in quality...
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Subaru is just being subaru. Nothing to shout of in terms of design. If compare all of the Japanese car manufacturers, subaru tend to have the most bland design. Design is not their forte. But at least the quality and usability are there smile.gif
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returning experts programme. Google it
Subaru is just being subaru. Nothing to shout of in terms of design. If compare all of the Japanese car manufacturers, subaru tend to have the most bland design. Design is not their forte. But at least the quality and usability are there smile.gif
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Someone wrote a big lie here.
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Actually Subaru is just being Subaru right?

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I wonder if KIA and Hyundai AWD has this technology that Subaru lies to the consumer about their engine and AWD?

Anyone can comment about this talk-cock?





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QUOTE(ricstc @ Apr 26 2013, 06:50 PM)
I wonder if KIA and Hyundai AWD has this technology that Subaru lies to the consumer about their engine and AWD?

Anyone can comment about this talk-cock?




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Where did you burst out from ? You are the one talking cock
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Someone wrote a big lie here.
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Actually Subaru is just being Subaru right?
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QUOTE(chuakz @ Apr 27 2013, 12:32 AM)
saw the xv at paradigm mall today....not bad actually...very well screwed together....hard plastics here and there but nothing compared to kias or hyundais...surprised....interior is a bit...meh though
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ya, and the price is just rm129,000. they reduce the price, maybe the old stock from last year.
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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Apr 24 2013, 08:54 AM)
and you know what is really sad... 8 out of the 10 subaru impreza wrx/sti you see on the road are JDM grey imports and not the model brought in by Motor Image. Every WRX STi models you see on the road up to version 9 are grey imports as MI only sold WRX models then.
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QUOTE(stinger82 @ Apr 27 2013, 07:34 PM)
i wonder how motor image survives all this while
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Obtw i heard the price reduced to rm125k.

Subaru will be subaru. Kia is nowhere close la..
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Obtw i heard the price reduced to rm125k.

Subaru will be subaru. Kia is nowhere close la..
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Can you get me the contact for rm 125k? I just fame from paradigm and it was 129k+ but didn't get 125k. If I can get 125k I will happy to give you rm 1000 as commission. Pls help me getbat 125k thanks
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Obtw i heard the price reduced to rm125k.

Subaru will be subaru. Kia is nowhere close la..
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Can you get me the contact for rm 125k? I just fame from paradigm and it was 129k+ but didn't get 125k. If I can get 125k I will happy to give you rm 1000 as commission. Pls help me get at 125k thanks
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My fren bought WRX STI from motor image 2 years ago rm290k!
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Can you get me the contact for rm 125k? I just fame from paradigm and it was 129k+ but didn't get 125k. If I can get 125k  I will happy to give you rm 1000 as commission. Pls help me getbat 125k thanks
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Is this price reduction promotion referring to 2013 car ? Is it a one off thing ?
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I wonder if KIA and Hyundai AWD has this technology that Subaru lies to the consumer about their engine and AWD?

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Why you think it is a lie about Subaru technologies in their AWD and Boxer engine ?
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dunno la , as long you test the car and liek it , no problem with it ..
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QUOTE(kyoshooo @ Apr 28 2013, 01:49 AM)
My fren bought WRX STI from motor image 2 years ago rm290k!
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new car? sedan one? I saw MI only selling Sedan version.
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new car? sedan one? I saw MI only selling Sedan version.
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2 years ago would have been the Ver 10 5 door hatch which the XV is also based upon. There were no sedan Impreza WRX STi 2 years ago, not in MI.
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new car? sedan one? I saw MI only selling Sedan version.
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But the video is for subaru forester. Is it same to xv?
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In my honest opinion, I've driving lots of different types of car. From continental - bmws, Mercs, Audi, alfas to Koreans to Japanese.

No... Am not a car reviewer. Just a fellow car enthusiast!

Subarus sits in between japs and continentals. It's better drive than japs but not as great as continentals. However, maintenance and reliability is far better than contis.

Am driving one for 4 years dy... Longest car I ever own! Haha...

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QUOTE(ReVolVolution @ Apr 28 2013, 11:39 AM)
In my honest opinion, I've driving lots of different types of car. From continental - bmws, Mercs, Audi, alfas to Koreans to Japanese.

No... Am not a car reviewer. Just a fellow car enthusiast!

Subarus sits in between japs and continentals. It's better drive than japs but not as great as continentals. However, maintenance and reliability is far better than contis.

Am driving one for 4 years dy... Longest car I ever own! Haha...
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What Subaru are you driving and how about performance parts and service? Can you pls PM me some recommendation on locations and who to look for?
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What Subaru are you driving and how about performance parts and service? Can you pls PM me some recommendation on locations and who to look for?
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Am driving an impreza ver 10. Sorry... Am not a mod kaki. All stock except rims, air filter and unlocking it's speed limiter. In stock, I can reach 240km/h. I know some cars can go beyond 250kmh but am satisfied with it already.

I bring it to service to MI till since this year when I really had enough of their ignorance and incompetence. Now, normal service can be done by any mech. For any technical speciality, can go to LMY in USJ.

There's another Subaru specialist called AE in glenmarie. Haven't tried them yet.


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QUOTE(ReVolVolution @ Apr 28 2013, 01:29 PM)
Am driving an impreza ver 10. Sorry... Am not a mod kaki. All stock except rims, air filter and unlocking it's speed limiter. In stock, I can reach 240km/h. I know some cars can go beyond 250kmh but am satisfied with it already.

I bring it to service to MI till since this year when I really had enough of their ignorance and incompetence. Now, normal service can be done by any mech. For any technical speciality, can go to LMY in USJ.

There's another Subaru specialist called AE in glenmarie. Haven't tried them yet.
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Got it

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It used to be in SUBANG. They have shifted to USJ.

Call them to ask for directions. They are actually near Leon of quicksave.

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Got it

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LMY AUTOMOBILE AND SERVICES SDN BHD
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As mentioned by Revolvolution, AE is in Glenmarie.

I serviced and upgraded my Forester with them.

It stands for AutoEnginuity. You can google up their contact.

They are not bad too. Similar to LMY you will also see a lot of Subarus there.

Normal service is not a problem, but I suspect most of these external Subaru guys have not dealt with the new CVT gear boxes yet. But its under warranty anyway, so I guess there is no reason for you to let external guys handle it in the first place.


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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Apr 27 2013, 08:40 PM)
Can you get me the contact for rm 125k? I just fame from paradigm and it was 129k+ but didn't get 125k. If I can get 125k  I will happy to give you rm 1000 as commission. Pls help me get at 125k thanks
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Yesterday went to the showroom/service centre to book appointment for service ( stupidly forgot the service section closed on Sunday , . Lol ) , askw them about the price reduction , the reply I got was the price reduction is promo for before the election.....(errr)after that back to the normal 150k+ pricing
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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Apr 29 2013, 03:39 AM)
Yesterday went to the showroom/service centre to book appointment for service ( stupidly forgot the service section closed on Sunday , . Lol ) , askw them about the price reduction , the reply I got was the price reduction is promo for before the election.....(errr)after that back to the normal 150k+ pricing
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Sure 125K? 125?
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Sure 125K? 125?
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129k , not 125 .
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that stated RM125K that's why Im still waiting for the fool to show up to explain where the fool got the figure 125 from

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I know but there's an idiot here kevin23
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that stated RM125K that's why Im still waiting for the fool to show up to explain where the fool got the figure 125 from
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dunnot bout him , la , but kinda pissed to know they would drop the price like that ... .. lol
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dunnot bout him , la , but kinda pissed to know they would drop the price like that ... .. lol
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Why? Did you buy it for an earlier higher price or something? Also I dont believe that it is only for pre election 2013. I think thats just bad marketing.

But it also isnt right to reduce price in such a short time bcis only in Jan/Feb they had it at RM15x K and there were a few that bought at this price. What would their reaction be?
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Apr 29 2013, 11:08 PM)
Why? Did you buy it for an earlier higher price or something?  Also I dont believe that it is only for pre election 2013. I think thats just bad marketing.

But it also isnt right to reduce price in such a short time bcis only in Jan/Feb they had it at RM15x K and there were a few that bought at this price. What would their reaction be?
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Not sure if there really is a 125k offer floating around or not.

But my wife was at Paradigm mall last week and was checking out the XV. The sales guy gave her the price of RM 129k. My wife has been eyeing this car and was really looking at it intently. Then apparently the sales guy then told her that if you sign the deposit now, he will definitely give a price that will make her happy. But refused to let her know how much.

As with Subaru in Malaysia under MotorImage, their prices go through large fluctuations. Like when I bought Forester 2.5XT, it was 187k, then the following year it shot up to 238k! Then after 1.5 years, it is now down to RM 178k or something like that. They don't seem to be able to balance their sales price vs client market very well.

And the XV obviously still shows that they are still struggling to do so. Sorry for the guys that bought it at 151k. But the current price of 125k-129k would be about as low as it gets in my opinion, barring any changes to automotive policies.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 29 2013, 03:24 PM)
Not sure if there really is a 125k offer floating around or not.
Sorry for the guys that bought it at 151k.
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That's really not something regular public like to hear. Especially since I went to MI showroom to book at RM129K when I was told that there were only 30 units at that price by the salesman and the branch manager. Now I hear that it's not 30 units but as many units as sales can go until before 5 5 2013. Later I read here about 125K and then your wife encounter with the Paradigm showcase of the salesman 'making your wife happy' (actually that's your full time job);

Now, who's gonna make me happy???
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I think there are no 151k as from day one, it was 139k as introductory price. Then the 129k. (Both excludes insurance)

Still haven't seen one on the road :-p although my wife has seen two.
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Apr 29 2013, 11:08 PM)
Why? Did you buy it for an earlier higher price or something?  Also I dont believe that it is only for pre election 2013. I think thats just bad marketing.

But it also isnt right to reduce price in such a short time bcis only in Jan/Feb they had it at RM15x K and there were a few that bought at this price. What would their reaction be?
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as i mentioned in this thread earlier (about 2 page i think ) the first 200 bookings will get a 6k discount of the base price of 150/151k so is paying about 144k , which is the price i got it at . ..
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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Apr 29 2013, 04:41 PM)
as i mentioned in this thread earlier (about 2 page i think ) the first 200 bookings will get a 6k discount of the base price of 150/151k so is paying about 144k , which is the price i got it at . ..
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So you officially paid at RM144K but now the price is 129K (w.o insurance), still, it's cheaper now merely in a couple of months after you bought it, how does that make you feel or did you get 'something' the 'backdoor' way that makes you not angry at the situation?
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Apr 30 2013, 12:43 AM)
So you officially paid at RM144K but now the price is 129K (w.o insurance), still, it's cheaper now merely in a couple of months after you bought it, how does that make you feel or did you get 'something' the 'backdoor' way that makes you not angry at the situation?
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well saving more would have been nicer .. though untill it was mentioned the price reached 129k, thought the price i paid was the lowest ... lol.. anyways can do anything about it .,already though wonder if the price reduction is anything to do with the upcoming crv 2.4 launch or not ...
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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Apr 29 2013, 04:46 PM)
well saving more would have been nicer .. though untill it was mentioned the price reached 129k, thought the price i paid was the lowest ... lol.. anyways can do anything about it .,already though wonder if the price reduction is anything to do with the upcoming crv 2.4 launch or not ...
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Point me to the Subaru XV forum. Which is it?
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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Apr 30 2013, 12:46 AM)
well saving more would have been nicer .. though untill it was mentioned the price reached 129k, thought the price i paid was the lowest ... lol.. anyways can do anything about it .,already though wonder if the price reduction is anything to do with the upcoming crv 2.4 launch or not ...
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The 2.4 price range is in a different league all together...I doubt that was the reason....

It may well be just some sales targets that they have not met for Malaysia or SEA markets and they are trying to push it out....or they know something we don't about the post-election car policy changes (if any)...
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Apr 30 2013, 12:49 AM)
Point me to the Subaru XV forum. Which is it?
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was mentioned in this thread wat the price ..



QUOTE(joker98 @ Apr 30 2013, 12:56 AM)
The 2.4 price range is in a different league all together...I doubt that was the reason....

It may well be just some sales targets that they have not met for Malaysia or SEA markets and they are trying to push it out....or they know something we don't about the post-election car policy changes (if any)...
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The official launch price is 145,800 ...

Did you get a special CBU at 151k ?

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I heard the price reduction was due to some items like reverse camera was taken out to cut the cost

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I heard the price reduction was due to some items like reverse camera was taken out to cut the cost
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Reverse camera only a few hundred rm to install a new one, is it worth for them to take out the RC and drop the price a few thousand rm?
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Reverse cam was always an optional item, just that as promo with the 139k pricing, it included the reverse cam, the 2k service voucher & cant remember.

Not important, 129,800 is now! :-p
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nice car! i really love the boxer engine!
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nice car! i really love the boxer engine!
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the conrod....
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the conrod ? sure you not trolling ar ? XD
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I love Scoobies... they are good cars!

Let us know how this CKD version performs! in terms of specs and quality..


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Of course the engine design. I used to own impreza sedan (2009 model) for 3 years in singapore, the time i own a 1.5 version. Frankly it is a bit underpower but compare to its rival like altis or civic 1.6 (malaysia dun have, only singapore have 1.6/1.5 version), this subaru engine is smooth and willing to rev, even rev to 5000rpm the engine is smooth and do not feel stretch.

I am not sure this 2.0 on XV has enough power o not, but rest assure that in high way crusing even above 160km/h it can still feel stable and confidence.

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Congratulations, I took mine earlier this week also.

The boxer engine is definitely very free revving and with power delivery rather linear. The CVT is miles ahead of my old City and much more livelier than the Teana's.

Verdict: It's a VERY basic car and the only plus points are the handling (tested a few high riding vehicles including CX-5, the XV is miles ahead) and the free revving and sweet sounding boxer engine. Not that keen on the whining sound of the CVT but it does mimic the "gear" change rather well when in "manual" mode.

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QUOTE(ikttan @ May 3 2013, 02:32 PM)
Congratulations, I took mine earlier this week also.

The boxer engine is definitely very free revving and with power delivery rather linear.  The CVT is miles ahead of my old City and much more livelier than the Teana's.

Verdict:  It's a VERY basic car and the only plus points are the handling (tested a few high riding vehicles including CX-5, the XV is miles ahead) and the free revving and sweet sounding boxer engine.  Not that keen on the whining sound of the CVT but it does mimic the "gear" change rather well when in "manual" mode.
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But unfortunately with NA boxer engine does not have the Subaru burble like those found in Impreza WRX as you have equal length exhaust headers. The sound of the famous Subaru burble comes from the unequal length of the exhaust headers and not the engine.
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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ May 3 2013, 03:22 PM)
But unfortunately with NA boxer engine does not have the Subaru burble like those found in Impreza WRX as you have equal length exhaust headers. The sound of the famous Subaru burble comes from the unequal length of the exhaust headers and not the engine.
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QUOTE(PadeGP @ Jun 2 2013, 11:11 PM)
where is 125k guy... really interested yo
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cabut already i guess ...
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cabut already i guess ...
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I have been to Subaru showroom a few times over the past 2 weeks to sort out my Forester.

I don't think there is 125k from what I see. 129.8k before OTR additions is the best I have seen there.
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Subaru XV is nice looking car, but aside from the AWD and boxer engine, the cheap plastic is quite overwhelming.

Give and take I suppose.
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ May 2 2013, 10:24 PM)
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Haha! I always feel happy for people receiving their new pride and joy, especially for those who take family photos with it.

Congrats!
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QUOTE(lkhoe @ Jun 3 2013, 02:16 PM)
Subaru XV is nice looking car, but aside from the AWD and boxer engine, the cheap plastic is quite overwhelming.

Give and take I suppose.
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You're right. When you sit inside, everything is plastic khok khok khokk... cheap pasar malam plastik. cheap cheap cheap car

Summary for everyone: This is just an expensive Myvi. You can get 2 or 3 Myvis for the price of this junk and yet fly faster and get in and out between traffic faster with our so loved Myvi. The XV even looks like Myvi!

Verdict: Only if you want to be fooled

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get a raptor supercharge & underpower issue settle..
tadaaaaa!
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get a raptor supercharge & underpower issue settle..
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Is the Raptor Supercharger available and are there any installers here in Malaysia?
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availabe in aussie & europe c/w with install & tune but i dunno here in malaysia. they already receive order from indonesia.

IF & IF i were to go for this underpower XV i'm planning for this raptor or MRT custom ECU tuning or by that time maybe sprintex supercharge already come out for XV..

just wait & see

my personal opinion XV only lack underpower. other that is fine for me.
to say XV should come with 200hp/280nm.
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QUOTE(PadeGP @ Jun 3 2013, 02:54 PM)
availabe in aussie & europe c/w with install & tune but i dunno here in malaysia. they already receive order from indonesia.

IF & IF i were to go for this underpower XV i'm planning for this raptor or MRT custom ECU tuning or by that time maybe sprintex supercharge already come out for XV..

just wait & see

my personal opinion XV only lack underpower. other that is fine for me.
to say XV should come with 200hp/280nm.
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But Service Centre told me that once you install any, any modifications at all, the manufacturer warranty for everything immediately voids. You will have to be very generous to let it void or you would have to love the performance gain so much more than anything else
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Jun 3 2013, 02:58 PM)
But Service Centre told me that once you install any, any modifications at all, the manufacturer warranty for everything immediately voids.  You will have to be very generous to let it void or you would have to love the performance gain so much more than anything else
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of coz la void bro.. u have to choose power or warranty. if cannot go for 190K forestor XT 250hp or tiguan 250K 210hp or Q3 300K+ 200hp+

its your choice bro... want more power cash out more money lorh...
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QUOTE(PadeGP @ Jun 3 2013, 03:04 PM)
of coz la void bro.. u have to choose power or warranty. if cannot go for 190K forestor XT 250hp or tiguan 250K 210hp or Q3 300K+ 200hp+

its your choice bro... want more power cash out more money lorh...
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Not to mention the CVT transmission in the XV is not high torque version like the new legacy/forester. So adding siginificantly more power with a supercharger may shorten the lifespan of the transmission. XV not designed for that purpose.

Also after I sat in bmw X1, I actually think the soft touch plastic dash is not so bad. X1 really ridiculous plastic quality given the price.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Jun 3 2013, 03:18 PM)
Not to mention the CVT transmission in the XV is not high torque version like the new legacy/forester. So adding siginificantly more power with a supercharger may shorten the lifespan of the transmission. XV not designed for that purpose.

Also after I sat in bmw X1, I actually think the soft touch plastic dash is not so bad. X1 really ridiculous plastic quality given the price.
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yes confirm shorten the lifespan... but put aside factory safety factor.. i think that cvt still can handle another additional around 50Nm. that should be enough for fun driving.

raptor set for 7 psi @ 0.5 bar + retune ecu
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QUOTE(PadeGP @ Jun 3 2013, 03:57 PM)
yes confirm shorten the lifespan... but put aside factory safety factor.. i think that cvt still can handle another additional around 50Nm. that should be enough for fun driving.

raptor set for 7 psi @ 0.5 bar + retune ecu
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I think you are right....it should be able to take that. I increased my previous Forester turbo by about 65-70BHP with the 4 gear auto transmission and did not have any problems with it.

So if following the same style, Subaru probably over engineered this CVT slightly as well.

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i couldnt find any authorized service centre anywhere online after googled for a while...
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i couldnt find any authorized service centre anywhere online after googled for a while...
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uh? the page only lists showrooms and authorized dealers. not service centres....
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dude, call those number of the sales and ask them provide the closest convenient to you.
I did that.
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okie okie. thanks man.
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uh? the page only lists showrooms and authorized dealers. not service centres....
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same place
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Done my 1k, 1st service today.

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test drove the car yesterday. other than superb handling and cornering, the rest just feels like normal car. the only minus point is the small boot.

surprisingly the service interval is every 10k and the price is around RM300++ to RM600++ range.
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test drove the car yesterday. other than superb handling and cornering, the rest just feels like normal car. the only minus point is the small boot.

surprisingly the service interval is every 10k and the price is around RM300++ to RM600++ range.
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is 300 plus to 600 plus considered high? compared to other cars?
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QUOTE(chizzu @ Jun 13 2013, 04:45 PM)
test drove the car yesterday. other than superb handling and cornering, the rest just feels like normal car. the only minus point is the small boot.

surprisingly the service interval is every 10k and the price is around RM300++ to RM600++ range.
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i had exactly the same thought as you when i first test drove it back in march...

it was only after my 2nd test drive last week i fell for the car. before that i tested kuga, cx5 and sportage, and you could feel the differences.

for suv, feel like normal car is a plus point. the others are more like driving an underpowered lorry. biggrin.gif
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is 300 plus to 600 plus considered high? compared to other cars?
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for mitsubishi lancer, it cost just around 300 or less parts+labor.

so subaru is slightly on the highside without labor but engine oil takes 5L compare to 4~4.2L for the lancer.

i think it is still acceptable.
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QUOTE(freddie @ Jun 13 2013, 04:58 PM)
i had exactly the same thought as you when i first test drove it back in march...

it was only after my 2nd test drive last week i fell for the car. before that i tested kuga, cx5 and sportage, and you could feel the differences.

for suv, feel like normal car is a plus point. the others are more like driving an underpowered lorry.  biggrin.gif
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Bro...does Kuga feel like underpowered lorry with all that torque? I haven't tested it yet, but I would have thought it would be one of the better drives, with all that low end torque, out of the lot?
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is 300 plus to 600 plus considered high? compared to other cars?
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Not really. It's good since the interval is 10k as opposed to 5k

Also quite impressed with rpm below 2k at 110km/h on 6th gear.

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Not really. It's good since the interval is 10k as opposed to 5k
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ASX, CX-5, sportage etc. All service interval is 10K km.
However, all of it only use 4liter engine oil. One of the reason why service cost of XV is higher (need 5ltr).
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Jun 13 2013, 05:13 PM)
Bro...does Kuga feel like underpowered lorry with all that torque? I haven't tested it yet, but I would have thought it would be one of the better drives, with all that low end torque, out of the lot?
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I dont think so lah. Kuga power & handling also good. "underpower lorry" is exaggerated

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QUOTE(joker98 @ Jun 13 2013, 05:13 PM)
Bro...does Kuga feel like underpowered lorry with all that torque? I haven't tested it yet, but I would have thought it would be one of the better drives, with all that low end torque, out of the lot?
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luckily kuga has higher power and torque... on its 1682kg body... i think its heaviest in the class (small/mid suv).

that's a pretty heavy car... the torque is good and you can feel it... but once it passed 4k rpm... you dont feel it anymore.

i dont mind having a kuga too... but its price is pretty much on the high side. sad.gif


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I dont think so lah. Kuga power & handling also good. "underpower lorry" is exaggerated
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to me, its handling is like other suv. nothing special though.
but i agree "underpower lorry" is exaggerated... LOL... i didnt realized that phrase, i added in kuga after i completed the sentence.

in short driving the xv is feeling like the lancer. you should know what i mean for us ex-lancerians...
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Hi, is the boot space really small? How is it compare to Honda civic FD?
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QUOTE(freddie @ Jun 13 2013, 05:36 PM)
luckily kuga has higher power and torque... on its 1682kg body... i think its heaviest in the class (small/mid suv).

that's a pretty heavy car...  the torque is good and you can feel it... but once it passed 4k rpm... you dont feel it anymore.

i dont mind having a kuga too... but its price is pretty much on the high side. sad.gif
to me, its handling is like other suv. nothing special though.
but i agree "underpower lorry" is exaggerated... LOL... i didnt realized that phrase, i added in kuga after i completed the sentence.

in short driving the xv is feeling like the lancer. you should know what i mean for us ex-lancerians...
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But I guess the low end torque of the Kuga should suffice for zipping effortlessly around in our urban areas. Definitely not enough to rip up roads at the top end of the speedometer.

Saw another white XV on the road today. The white really makes this XV shine on the road in my opinion. If I was on the lookout for a small crossover, I think I would have picked the XV too with Kuga coming in a close 2nd if budget permitted.
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Hi, is the boot space really small? How is it compare to Honda civic FD?
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It's really really small. Comparable to Golf perhaps? Since it is based on imprezza hatchback
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B cargo floor width behind wheel wells 53"
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I cargo length to console heater controls 94"
J height center cargo floor to ceiling 30"
K cargo floor length to top of rear seat, not including headrests 55"
L width of right rear seat 25"

Source from http://www.cars101.com/subaru/crosstrek/crosstrek2013.html
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Hi, is the boot space really small? How is it compare to Honda civic FD?
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I my opinion smaller than civic FD but same size wt civic hybrid FB.
Theoretically on paper, it may show 20+ cubic feet. But I dont think U want to put yr baggage until u cannot see back window. So in term practicaliy, it may same wt sedan 10-13 cubic feet boot.
I test Honda Civic Hybrid square boot tray, it fit nicely in XV.
Sportage boot about the same but 3"/2" bigger in each size.

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the boot space is so small even my kancil has more space. why pay so much for a small suv when you have so many others of the same price with better specs and features?
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A width at lower gate opening 35"
B cargo floor width behind wheel wells 53"
C cargo floor width between wheel wells 42"
D width of left rear seat 17"
E width on top of wheel wells 49"
F width in middle of rear gate opening 37"
G cargo length to back of seat 31"
H height of gate opening 29"
I  cargo length to console heater controls 94"
J height center cargo floor to ceiling 30"
K cargo floor length to top of rear seat, not including headrests 55"
L width of right rear seat 25"

Source from http://www.cars101.com/subaru/crosstrek/crosstrek2013.html
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hmmm... ya wor. so the height is different by maybe a few inches if we compare the wheel arc there...

but then again i am curious... the opening is flat on both pictures. Both flat surface aligned to the opening of the boot...

someone who has gotten the car maybe can measure. heh..
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the boot looks seriously small.. instantly will write off the list if i'm looking for suv.. not so practical
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its a crossover and not an SUV to start with...
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its a crossover and not an SUV to start with...
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SUV/crossover terms are vague.. even in some car reviews CRV is mentioned as crossover.. so the boot space comparison etc still valid
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its a crossover and not an SUV to start with...
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1) Crossover SUV
2) Truck based SUV

No such thing crossover but not SUV in automotive industry.
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anyone knows what XV stands for? is it like meaning of 15?
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Xover Vehicle maybe? smile.gif

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anyone knows what XV stands for? is it like meaning of 15?
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yup...
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source from http://www.thecarconnection.com/cars/subaru_xv-crosstrek

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QUOTE(digitheatre @ Jun 14 2013, 11:37 AM)
SUV/crossover terms are vague.. even in some car reviews CRV is mentioned as crossover.. so the boot space comparison etc still valid
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Not valid comparison. A crossover is when you take the platform of an existing sedan (in the case of the XV, it is based on the Subaru Impreza hatchback platform) and then jack up the suspension and roof. CRV is not based on any Honda Sedan platform, therefore it is in the SUV category, which you compare it with the Subaru Tribeca and not the XV.

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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Jun 14 2013, 03:40 PM)
Not valid comparison. A crossover is when you take the platform of an existing sedan (in the case of the XV, it is based on the Subaru Impreza hatchback platform) and then jack up the suspension and roof. CRV is not based on any Honda Sedan platform, therefore it is in the SUV category, which you compare it with the Subaru Tribeca and not the XV.
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ok so means those looking for small SUV shouldn't look at this XV at all.. diff category... no need to compare.. got it
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Assuming in 3 years time I want to sell / trade in.

Will the resale value % for XV be worse than Sportage or CRV ? So hard to find any one the road. Why
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QUOTE(mochagirl99 @ Jun 14 2013, 07:44 PM)
Assuming in 3 years time I want to sell / trade in.

Will the resale value %  for XV be worse than Sportage or CRV ?  So hard to find any one the road.  Why
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korean cars will have the best resale value. look for kia hyundai etc not this myvi-lookalike
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QUOTE(digitheatre @ Jun 14 2013, 05:33 PM)
ok so means those looking for small SUV shouldn't look at this XV at all.. diff category... no need to compare.. got it
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I think you should still compare whatever car strikes your fancy, irregardless of the 'category' or 'class' of the car. Each model is just a vehicle of different, size, specs etc.

Most importantly, sit in it, feel it, test drive it and see which model fits your needs best or which model do you have to compromise the least, as I believe a perfect match does not exist. You can come close but it will never be perfect for any individual.


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QUOTE(joker98 @ Jun 14 2013, 10:01 PM)
I think you should still compare whatever car strikes your fancy, irregardless of the 'category' or 'class' of the car. Each model is just a vehicle of different, size, specs etc.

Most importantly, sit in it, feel it, test drive it and see which model fits your needs best or which model do you have to compromise the least, as I believe a perfect match does not exist. You can come close but it will never be perfect for any individual.
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finally got someone who understand..totally agree..what's with cannot compare this crossover to that SUV coz not valid comparison diff category bla bla etc etc.. if ppl looking for handling AWD and stuffs..surely will look at this car..and ppl looking for practicality boot space etc will look elsewhere..the small boot space of XV is a fact regardless ppl looking for crossover or SUV as what u wanna call it.. let the buyer judge and decide
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I suggest TS permit and collect the names of members here that own the Subaru XV. That way, owners can help answer queries (they should know or have experienced the features since they own the car) and those whom are interested to know more about this car can have a channel to ask.

That is what a forum is for right?
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Well... if u worry about resale value. Go for crv then.

Some how u have to make your priority list. Which is more important. U want features? Resale value? Handling? Power? Price? Or whatever.

There is no best of all those unless the price is high. Your make your choice and I made mine.
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To date there are a few crossovers in Malaysian market

Mitsubishi ASX - lancer platform
Pug 3008 - 308 platform
Subaru XV - imprezza hatch platform

The rest like CX5 and CRV are proper (compact?) SUV
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QUOTE(chizzu @ Jun 15 2013, 12:04 PM)
To date there are a few crossovers in Malaysian market

Mitsubishi ASX - lancer platform
Pug 3008 - 308 platform
Subaru XV - imprezza hatch platform

The rest like CX5 and CRV are proper (compact?) SUV
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There is also VW Cross-touran and BMW X1. Not sure if they are cross overs from other model platforms. But they share same engine as their non-SUV models and their size are also similar to the other cross-over models. Then if you look further down the price range, there is Toyota Rush and Nissan X-gear. If you look up the price range, there is Audi Q3. I think purely in terms of size, these are also within the cross-over size range, regardless of whether they actually used a sedan sibling platform.

For CX-5, I actually think it is neither here nor there.

Cos if you look at the various brands in Malaysia who do have a range of these cross overs and SUVs like:

VW: Cross touran, Tiguan, Touareg
Audi: Q3, Q5 ,Q7
BMW: X1, X3, X5
Subaru: XV, Forester, Outback
Nissan: X-gear, X-trail, Murano
Mazda: CX-5, CX-7, CX-9
Kia: Sportage, Sorento
Hyundai: Tucson, Santa Fe

So the CX-5 should be bigger than Q3, X1, XV, X-gear, Cross-touran. But on the other hand, I think it is smaller than Tiguan, Q5, X3, Forester, Sportage and Tucson (though not by much). Yet it sits as the smallest of the Mazda SUV range. So I think the various brands have actually blurred these marketing definitions so much that if we have to start using adjectives in front of the category like compact SUV, premium SUV, standard SUV etc etc., then categories have become meaningless.

Peugeots and Citroens don't even look like SUVs. It looks like some offspring from a Wagon father and a SUV mother with 1 or 2 of the grand parents that were Cross-overs. Even though I do like their design, but I cannot make myself classify them into any specific category. I own a Citroen by the way.

That's why I think one really have to just look at each model individually and cast away the so called category or class definitions. Just look at it plainly without all the frills and judge it against your most important criteria as mentioned by Freddie.

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There is also VW Cross-touran and BMW X1. Not sure if they are cross overs from other model platforms. But they share same engine as their non-SUV models and their size  are also similar to the other cross-over models. Then if you look further down the price range, there is Toyota Rush and Nissan X-gear. If you look up the price range, there is Audi Q3. I think purely in terms of size, these are also within the cross-over size range, regardless of whether they actually used a sedan sibling platform.

For CX-5, I actually think it is neither here nor there.

Cos if you look at the various brands in Malaysia who do have a range of these cross overs and SUVs like:

VW: Cross touran, Tiguan, Touareg
Audi: Q3, Q5 ,Q7
BMW: X1, X3, X5
Subaru: XV, Forester, Outback
Nissan: X-gear, X-trail, Murano
Mazda: CX-5, CX-7, CX-9
Kia: Sportage, Sorento
Hyundai: Tucson, Santa Fe

So the CX-5 should be bigger than Q3, X1, XV, X-gear, Cross-touran. But on the other hand, I think it is smaller than Tiguan, Q5, X3, Forester, Sportage and Tucson (though not by much). Yet it sits as the smallest of the Mazda SUV range. So I think the various brands have actually blurred these marketing definitions so much that if we have to start using adjectives in front of the category like compact SUV, premium SUV, standard SUV etc etc., then categories have become meaningless.

Peugeots and Citroens don't even look like SUVs. It looks like some offspring from a Wagon father and a SUV mother with 1 or 2 of the grand parents that were Cross-overs. Even though I do like their design, but I cannot make myself classify them into any specific category. I own a Citroen by the way.

That's why I think one really have to just look at each model individually and cast away the so called category or class definitions. Just look at it plainly without all the frills and judge it against your most important criteria as mentioned by Freddie.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Jun 15 2013, 03:55 PM)
There is also VW Cross-touran and BMW X1. Not sure if they are cross overs from other model platforms. But they share same engine as their non-SUV models and their size  are also similar to the other cross-over models. Then if you look further down the price range, there is Toyota Rush and Nissan X-gear. If you look up the price range, there is Audi Q3. I think purely in terms of size, these are also within the cross-over size range, regardless of whether they actually used a sedan sibling platform.

For CX-5, I actually think it is neither here nor there.

Cos if you look at the various brands in Malaysia who do have a range of these cross overs and SUVs like:

VW: Cross touran, Tiguan, Touareg
Audi: Q3, Q5 ,Q7
BMW: X1, X3, X5
Subaru: XV, Forester, Outback
Nissan: X-gear, X-trail, Murano
Mazda: CX-5, CX-7, CX-9
Kia: Sportage, Sorento
Hyundai: Tucson, Santa Fe

So the CX-5 should be bigger than Q3, X1, XV, X-gear, Cross-touran. But on the other hand, I think it is smaller than Tiguan, Q5, X3, Forester, Sportage and Tucson (though not by much). Yet it sits as the smallest of the Mazda SUV range. So I think the various brands have actually blurred these marketing definitions so much that if we have to start using adjectives in front of the category like compact SUV, premium SUV, standard SUV etc etc., then categories have become meaningless.

Peugeots and Citroens don't even look like SUVs. It looks like some offspring from a Wagon father and a SUV mother with 1 or 2 of the grand parents that were Cross-overs. Even though I do like their design, but I cannot make myself classify them into any specific category. I own a Citroen by the way.

That's why I think one really have to just look at each model individually and cast away the so called category or class definitions. Just look at it plainly without all the frills and judge it against your most important criteria as mentioned by Freddie.
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I wouldn't call the Cross Touran a crossover. It's a Touran MPV (which is actually pretty good handling) with 7 seats (the rear ones are worse than Alza though), that's been given unpainted plastic bumpers (looks tough...) and a slight lift.

The C4 Aircross looks a bit SUVish though, and so does the 4008. They are pretty much identical to the Mitsubishi ASX.

Anyway, forget those classes, they are all mixed up these days anyway.
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QUOTE(kadajawi @ Jun 15 2013, 05:47 PM)
I wouldn't call the Cross Touran a crossover. It's a Touran MPV (which is actually pretty good handling) with 7 seats (the rear ones are worse than Alza though), that's been given unpainted plastic bumpers (looks tough...) and a slight lift.

The C4 Aircross looks a bit SUVish though, and so does the 4008. They are pretty much identical to the Mitsubishi ASX.

Anyway, forget those classes, they are all mixed up these days anyway.
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Hi, may i know what is fuel consumption for Subaru XV?
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Hi, may i know what is fuel consumption for Subaru XV?
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11 litres per 100 km (highway all the time no stop go stop go can get 9L/100)
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Tested the xv few weeks back. Handling is good, but this 2.0 boxer engine seems to have less of torque / pick up feel. Mayb due to the cvt gear. End up din go for this car
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QUOTE(gunh @ Jun 23 2013, 08:20 PM)
Tested the xv few weeks back.  Handling is good, but this 2.0 boxer engine seems to have less of torque / pick up feel.  Mayb due to the cvt gear. End up din go for this car
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ya its a girls car. no power at all. just go for kia for super torque
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ya its a girls car. no power at all. just go for kia for super torque
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Which kia has super torque?
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All those in love with Kia vehicles has always professed that their cars have super torque and the highest resale values.
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All those in love with Kia vehicles has always professed that their cars have super torque and the highest resale values.
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Hahahha....well super torque and resale values aside and to be fair, I actually think Kia have come up with some really interesting exterior designs recently. And I find that the Koreans really try to throw in a lot of additional specs to attract you to buy their cars.

I have had 4 Korean cars so far, 2 of which are CBU and they are really not too bad. Never had any problem with any one of them with respect to the drive train. The CBUs fit and finish were pretty good, though not as good as the JAP CBUs, but pretty good nonetheless. The CKD ones, though no problems with the engine, the interior looked good for the first 1.5 years before slowly disintegrating.

And though none of the engines ever broke down (each of the cars reached 100,000 kms) but the engines started to sound old and became more fuel thirsty after about 70,000kms. And when I compared the engine parts during overhaul to my jap car engines overhaul, I can see a big difference on the wear of the engine internals with the Korean engines showing significantly more wear and tear. I think it is something to do with the accuracy of the parts milling between the Koreans and Japs, with the Japs being more accurate.

And though these new range of Kia cars look really quite interesting, I have stopped considering Korean cars after I am able to afford Jap cars
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Subaru XV hybrid released!

http://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releas...ybrid-in-japan/

Will we get it for less than RM120k like Civic Hybrid?

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hehe dream on...

after 1 week of driving my new xv... i am satisfied even though not overly excited.

i just realized xv is almost on par with mitsu asx but i have not driven an asx yet. so these 2 can yield good comparison.

i miss my alfa romeo. sad.gif
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QUOTE(tishaban @ Jun 24 2013, 11:42 PM)
Subaru XV hybrid released!

http://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releas...ybrid-in-japan/

Will we get it for less than RM120k like Civic Hybrid?
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interesting car. boxer engine plus hybrid. First?

btw, XV is it possible to put 4 big luggage in the cargo area without folding up the passenger sits?
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QUOTE(freddie @ Jun 27 2013, 05:25 PM)
hehe dream on...

after 1 week of driving my new xv... i am satisfied even though not overly excited.

i just realized xv is almost on par with mitsu asx but i have not driven an asx yet. so these 2 can yield good comparison.

i miss my alfa romeo. sad.gif
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How's your FC? I believe it's above average as scoobies are AWD. Hence, consume more petrol to move 4 wheels!


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Any problems with XV? Aussie reviews praise the car handling but some owners saying got random pushstart problem and parts more expensive than Merc. What about Msia XV? Is Msia version different?
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QUOTE(ReVolVolution @ Jun 27 2013, 07:01 PM)
How's your FC? I believe it's above average as scoobies are AWD. Hence, consume more petrol to move 4 wheels!
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first few tanks not accurate as usual... LOL!

i got about 11-13 L/100KM.

for my last tank i just drive like normal. 60/40 city/highway. I am getting about 8.6-9 L/100KM which is way better than my alfa romeo.

QUOTE(william986 @ Jun 27 2013, 07:27 PM)
Any problems with XV?    Aussie reviews praise the car handling but some owners saying got random pushstart problem and parts more expensive than Merc.    What about Msia XV?  Is Msia version different?
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the car handling is good. i dont feel much body roll for cornering compare to cx5/sportage. it feels like my sold lancer gt.

not sure about parts though but since this is ckd, i doubt it will be more expensive than merc.

msia version doesnt have push/start.
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no push start for XV. XV just have basic gadget...

QUOTE(william986 @ Jun 27 2013, 07:27 PM)
Any problems with XV?    Aussie reviews praise the car handling but some owners saying got random pushstart problem and parts more expensive than Merc.    What about Msia XV?  Is Msia version different?
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QUOTE(skywardsword @ Jun 27 2013, 06:33 PM)
btw, XV is it possible to put 4 big luggage in the cargo area without folding up the passenger sits?
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uh... logically can put 3 i think if you have them standing upright. but then again if your big luggages are thick, maybe 2...


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A width at lower gate opening 35"
B cargo floor width behind wheel wells 53"
C cargo floor width between wheel wells 42"
D width of left rear seat 17"
E width on top of wheel wells 49"
F width in middle of rear gate opening 37"
G cargo length to back of seat 31"
H height of gate opening 29"
I cargo length to console heater controls 94"
J height center cargo floor to ceiling 30"
K cargo floor length to top of rear seat, not including headrests 55"
L width of right rear seat 25"
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Is anyone else has reliable car accessories shop recommended in klang valley? I am planning to install my new subaru xv with reverse camera, front sensor, scuff plate, cargo plate, mud splash & cargo tray with good price.

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Is anyone else has reliable car accessories shop recommended in klang valley? I am planning to install my new subaru xv with reverse camera, front sensor, scuff plate, cargo plate, mud splash & cargo tray with good price.
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Can you also do a favor for us all here? Can you ask them how to and how much will it cost to enable the Kenwood system so that it can play Video DVD (either from DVD or from DivX USB) while the hand brakes are off?

You see, the system has no problems playing Video on the system but the hand brakes has to be ON (eg pull UP Engaged) - only then Video is displayed, otherwise only sound.
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But it can be Enabled by any access. shop, by just a flip of a wire.

Kids wants to watch show cannot, can hear only.

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Can you also do a favor for us all here? Can you ask them how to and how much will it cost to enable the Kenwood system so that it can play Video DVD (either from DVD or from DivX USB) while the hand brakes are off? 

You see, the system has no problems playing Video on the system but the hand brakes has to be ON (eg pull UP Engaged) - only then Video is displayed, otherwise only sound.
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  But it can be Enabled by any access. shop, by just a flip of a wire.

Kids wants to watch show cannot, can hear only.
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Sure..........let me find out the reliable car accessories shop first.....
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Actually I suggest http://www.brothers.com.my/ as many in my car club (past cars) have had good experience with their service - at least they have a standard process and service fee and price list to follow and dont simply simply charge according to your face or your car. Others will definitely do.

Good luck and please do come back and let us know how your experience was and also about the wire switch thing for the Kenwood.
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Jul 17 2013, 03:01 PM)
Actually I suggest http://www.brothers.com.my/ as many in my car club (past cars) have had good experience with their service - at least they have a standard process and service fee and price list to follow and dont simply simply charge according to your face or your car. Others will definitely do.

Good luck and please do come back and let us know how your experience was and also about the wire switch thing for the Kenwood.
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to enable kenwood to watch dvd while hand brake is off, you just need to ground the wire that connects to hand brake.

it is a green wire from the headunit running to the handbrake.

i have yet to have time to take out the console yet. when i do, i'll take pic. but dont count on me to be free. tongue.gif

for reverse camera... please squeeze your SA to install for you free. as far as i know the aftermarket camera cost as low as RM20 a piece. quality so so but good enough to use.

what i dont like is the camera is installed off center. so the image shown on kenwood is not accurate as it is more towards left side. so do not count on the camera alone when you do reverse parking. you may just hit onto the car at left side.
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QUOTE(freddie @ Jul 19 2013, 02:40 PM)
to enable kenwood to watch dvd while hand brake is off, you just need to ground the wire that connects to hand brake.

it is a green wire from the headunit running to the handbrake.

i have yet to have time to take out the console yet. when i do, i'll take pic. but dont count on me to be free. tongue.gif

for reverse camera... please squeeze your SA to install for you free. as far as i know the aftermarket camera cost as low as RM20 a piece. quality so so but good enough to use.

what i dont like is the camera is installed off center. so the image shown on kenwood is not accurate as it is more towards left side. so do not count on the camera alone when you do reverse parking. you may just hit onto the car at left side.
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Any car accessories shop recommended except Brother?
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i dunno. i guess any audio accessories shop will do. just that how much they will charge you for simple work like that... if a few ringgit i dont mind. anything more 20 i consider expensive.

but then again it depends on how adventurous you are on doing these sort of things to justify for the labour cost to do it outside.
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just saw on xv msia facebook... https://www.facebook.com/SubaruXvMalaysia

some recommended etoni for accessories and stuffs. https://www.facebook.com/etoni.lau
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just asked... the guy said it will cost RM100... sweat.gif
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just asked... the guy said it will cost RM100... sweat.gif
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Would you do mine for a fee? The dvd green wire grounding thing handbrake thing
For watching DVD while on the road. You can experiment opening the console on my car.
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Jul 19 2013, 07:00 PM)
Would you do mine for a fee?  The dvd green wire grounding thing handbrake thing
For watching DVD while on the road. You can experiment opening the console on my car.
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hahaha... i havent even done mine. only after i did then i will only know how hard/easy it is to open up the console.

if i do, i'll take picture of step by step for you first. maybe on raya weekend i'll try.
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hahaha... i havent even done mine. only after i did then i will only know how hard/easy it is to open up the console.

if i do, i'll take picture of step by step for you first. maybe on raya weekend i'll try.
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Just want to ask all the owner here. How much approximately to service your subaru xv?

Any major or minor problem to share ?

I been thinking to get one. Hope is cheap to maintain the car.

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Just want to ask all the owner here. How much approximately to service your subaru xv?

Any major or minor problem to share ?

I been thinking to get one. Hope is cheap to maintain the car.

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During warranty period owner only pay for parts, labor work is free. But you have to follow the parts list they give you, so each service is around RM400 for normal service, RM1200 for minor service, RM1800 for major service.

After warranty, don't know. This car so new but should be around RM500 to RM700.
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this will be better...




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Thank you everyone for the information. It really help me to decide to get this car or not. smile.gif
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5000km do what? nothing also need to pay for labor charges lol.

.. and spark plug RM158 each? overcharging..
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5000km do what? nothing also need to pay for labor charges lol.

.. and spark plug RM158 each? overcharging..
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I think they made an error to include the 5000km column. Since they seem to be running 10000km service interval.
Probably used and old template and forgot to remove that column.

Anyway, it seems to be stated at the bottom that the labour charges are supposed to be waived for 5years or 100,000km. So I guess that means whatever it is, the 5000km should still be RM0.

But the spark plug does seem slightly expensive. But Subaru ori parts prices have always been on the high side. Though I would have thought that now they are assembling it locally, the XV spare parts price should be lower.


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5k km is just an inspection... other cars do inspection on 1k but xv is 1k oil change, 5k inspection...

btw... this is the instruction on how to remove the centre dash to mess with the kenwood unit. pls download...



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another document with bigger pics...

xv subwoofer installation
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Where did you get these instructions?

I am trying to locate something similar for my new Forester XT.


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new design is quite good...price not bad...


too bad now become so tall unlike previous forester and missing boos snail
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Jul 26 2013, 04:36 PM)
Hi Freddie,

Where did you get these instructions?

I am trying to locate something similar for my new Forester XT.
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apparently subaru has all the instructions on subscription basis...

but i just downloaded from subaruxvforum.com. smile.gif
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5k km is just an inspection... other cars do inspection on 1k but xv is 1k oil change, 5k inspection...

btw... this is the instruction on how to remove the centre dash to mess with the kenwood unit. pls download...
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Looks daunting for the non technical. After you have done it and grounded the cable or whatever it is that's needed to enable watching video while on the move, pls PM me and I will glad to pay you for your time to help me do it.

Thanks so much.
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too bad now become so tall unlike previous forester and missing boos snail
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Yeah it is definitely taller than the foresters from 2 generations ago and cannot match the body roll/handling of the older and lower foresters....but this new gen is much much better than the version prior to the latest one. And also practical at that.

The new sportier suspension and 18 inch rims have improved the handling more than 2 folds. I slapped on new rims (18 inches but increased the width from OEM 7" to 8") and wider UHP tyres (225s to 235s) immediately after getting the car and the handling has become really really good. It's amazing for a car with such clearance to handle this way. There was no way that the previous gen 2.5XT Forester (which I owned) to handle this way without upgrading the suspension parts. My company has the CX-9 and that is also an SUV with excellent handling due to its wide wheel base and lower clearance. This new Forester surpasses that. It feels like I am driving my previous Polo GTI in its unmodified state.

The engine is also a new gem. Already installed a tuning box myself and it has become really really powerful. This engine is really good. With the previous forester, I had to upgrade the turbo, change my exhaust, remap etc. to get there. This new engine with just a tuning box and K&N air filter and already it's almost there.

The CVT is also not bad. It can be misleading, as it robs the power feeling although the car is actually accelerating very very quickly without the jerk of the gear change. And after adding the tuning box, the extra power brings out the true performance of this high torque CVT.

This new 2.0 DIT engine is really something. I highly recommend anybody considering Tiguan, Q5s or X1s to give this car a try and test drive on the highway. Yes, the interior is a bit lacking (though not by far in my opinion), the drive really makes up for it if you really like having a dynamic drive.
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Jul 26 2013, 10:04 PM)
Yeah it is definitely taller than the foresters from 2 generations ago and cannot match the body roll/handling of the older and lower foresters....but this new gen is much much better than the version prior to the latest one. And also practical at that.

The new sportier suspension and 18 inch rims have improved the handling more than 2 folds. I slapped on new rims (18 inches but increased the width from OEM 7" to 8") and wider UHP tyres (225s to 235s) immediately after getting the car and the handling has become really really good. It's amazing for a car with such clearance to handle this way. There was no way that the previous gen 2.5XT Forester (which I owned) to handle this way without upgrading the suspension parts. My company has the CX-9 and that is also an SUV with excellent handling due to its wide wheel base and lower clearance. This new Forester surpasses that. It feels like I am driving my previous Polo GTI in its unmodified state.

The engine is also a new gem. Already installed a tuning box myself and it has become really really powerful. This engine is really good. With the previous forester, I had to upgrade the turbo, change my exhaust, remap etc. to get there. This new engine with just a tuning box and K&N air filter and already it's almost there.

The CVT is also not bad. It can be misleading, as it robs the power feeling although the car is actually accelerating very very quickly without the jerk of the gear change. And after adding the tuning box, the extra power brings out the true performance of this high torque CVT.

This new 2.0 DIT engine is really something. I highly recommend anybody considering Tiguan, Q5s or X1s to give this car a try and test drive on the highway. Yes, the interior is a bit lacking (though not by far in my opinion), the drive really makes up for it if you really like having a dynamic drive.
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Especially when mitsubishi have cult followers here...

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hopefully wont change my mind after raya tongue.gif
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For the kenwood DNX5310BT socket diagram...

Kenwood player installation guide

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I am in the midst of disabling the parking wire...

difficulties level of 1 to 10, 1 being easiest...

i rate it a 5... not that hard... primary is because i have fat fingers. LOL!

it's the stupid wires... they tied all of them making it hard to pull put the wires. so i had to cut the cable ties off in order to access to the wire i needed.

i've taken plenty of pics. will upload...
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total time taken, minus break time. ~ approx 45 min.
difficulties: 5 (1 easiest, 10 hardest)
tools needed: plastic card (atm card), wire cutter, electrical tape, philip screwdriver, small flathead screwdriver.

opening
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use your atm/credit card and slide in from the top... slowly ply open the console cover.

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slowly pull the cover out from top... SLOWLY...


harness to disconnect (in this order)
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the black thing is all the wires connect to the aircon controller module (the 3 dials)

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this is the wire on right side which connects to the microphone.

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this is the wire connects to the hazard signal switch. (EDITED: optional, no need to remove if you're ok. it wont block your access to the headunit.)
turn it upside down, then you can see the harness clearly. use the small flathead screwdriver to poke the lock in order to remove the harness.

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remove the headunit

unscrew the headunit bracket... take out the headunit slowly...
you may have to cut the cable ties in order to enable easier access to pull the headunit out.

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unplug these things (total 5 hardnesses)

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dunno what is this... it was unused and sitting behind the headunit...


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look for this light green wire.

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cut the light green wire and connect to a new wire to be grounded. i am using a small wire from phone cables. remember to tape the connection.
make sure you tape the other end (on harness) and do not let it expose and touch anything.

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screw back the headunit... ground the small wire onto a screw, or the headunit body will do.

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DONE!! now video plays with or without handbrake up!



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and i am not responsible for any losses if you break anything... sweat.gif

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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Jul 26 2013, 06:27 PM)
Looks daunting for the non technical. After you have done it and grounded the cable or whatever it is that's needed to enable watching video while on the move, pls PM me and I will glad to pay you for your time to help me do it.

Thanks so much.
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well... i've explained everything. seriously... for rm100 to fix that outside, i think it is still ok if you dont know what you will be doing.

i just afraid to break anything hehe...


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Guys please do test this car out. Last week i borrowed this car from my friend and handed on for two days. It amazed me a lot. You can accelerate any time to do overtaking although the right lane car is approaching fast. You don't really need to pay attention every single second during driving because you can stop the car easily even though with high speed. Handling is awesome. I don't know how to express myself but please experience it yourself before deciding models in this car's range. I am not sales man just hope potential buyers are able to get good and exciting cars.
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QUOTE(JuNz1 @ Jul 31 2013, 07:50 AM)
Guys please do test this car out. Last week i borrowed this car from my friend and handed on for two days. It amazed me a lot. You can accelerate any time to do overtaking although the right lane car is approaching fast. You don't really need to pay attention every single second during driving because you can stop the car easily even though with high speed. Handling is awesome. I don't know how to express myself but please experience it yourself before deciding models in this car's range. I am not sales man just hope potential buyers are able to get good and exciting cars.
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heh a new dude with less than 5 posts is promoting the car. lol...

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LOL did i tell u where to purchase the car? Otherwise u think nationwide any purchase done i can get the commission?
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LOL did i tell u where to purchase the car? Otherwise u think nationwide any purchase done i can get the commission?
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YES YOU ARE. I have removed a few post from you on May 27 2013, 09:58 AM where you were asking people to PM you for better prices for the Subaru XV. You are salesman and don't need to make up stories about borrowing a car from friend. That post alone deserves a warning and the next attempt to deceive the members here will get you a suspension.
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Lol busted.

On topic : I saw this car yesterday and it looks kinda small compared to the other SUVs. Anyone thinking the same?
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Lol busted.

On topic : I saw this car yesterday and it looks kinda small compared to the other SUVs. Anyone thinking the same?
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Yes of course it's small. Its a cross over not an SUV

And on another note; we here can spot a salesman from a fan or owner from threads away lol lol
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QUOTE(GreenSamurai @ Aug 1 2013, 11:52 AM)
Lol busted.

On topic : I saw this car yesterday and it looks kinda small compared to the other SUVs. Anyone thinking the same?
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Crossovers are the same with Compact SUVs. They both mean the same thing. Yes, I do believe that luggage space is a bit wanting on the XV, very small compared to others on the same category.
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Just got mine for a week already....need to get use to the all wheel drive handling...the XV handles like a car rather than an SUV...first full tank pump 97...RM170....last for about 8 days with my normal travel to and fro from work (got around 640km on the first full tank).....second tank will pump 95 liow....luggage space is small...and I think my old civic 1.7 has bigger boot space...but I just love the car...
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QUOTE(freddie @ Jul 26 2013, 03:08 PM)
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a sub ? thats gonna reduce the already small boot space ...
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a sub ? thats gonna reduce the already small boot space ...
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btw, that's just a tech document for removing the center console. not like we can get that subwoofer here now. maybe in another 6 mths...
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pretty sure we ain`t getting the sub here , assuming it does comein through official channels , its gonna cost alot ..
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anyone here has sent their XV to service center in Penang?

How's their service? Saw someone mentioned before that MI service sucks, true for all centre, or just few cntres?

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anyone here has sent their XV to service center in Penang?

How's their service? Saw someone mentioned before that MI service sucks, true for all centre, or just few cntres?
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MI management overall sucks irregardless anywhere. They are noted for poor post sales. Now its worse eg more beaurocratic under Nissan. Try out yourself and let us know.
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MI management overall sucks irregardless anywhere. They are noted for poor post sales. Now its worse eg more beaurocratic under Nissan. Try out yourself and let us know.
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I should expect for the worst then...huhu..

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Subaru without turbo...hmmm....doesn't feel the same.


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No turbo, no wonder 140k. Subaru without turbo is like watching pirates of the caribbean without Johnny Depp.
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No turbo, no wonder 140k. Subaru without turbo is like watching pirates of the caribbean without Johnny Depp.
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So the car you drive now got Johnny Depp there or not? Or local cenderakasih actor only?
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So the car you drive now got Johnny Depp there or not?  Or local cenderakasih actor only?
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No Johnny Depp but hopefully maybe some Korean K-Pop star.

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No Johnny Depp but hopefully maybe some Korean K-Pop star.
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Aug 3 2013, 05:59 PM)
Oh you drive a Korean car. Good wait till you need to sell it one day.
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Subaru RV is not exactly fantastic eithr.

I buy korean car not because of RV but because I like the package.

Just like Johnny Depp or K-pop star, they will depreciate over time.

Unless you buy toyota or honda.
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what's the point to argue? i used to drive an alfa romeo... RV isnt an issue for me for sure. laugh.gif
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QUOTE(Pete the great @ Aug 3 2013, 05:35 PM)
No turbo, no wonder 140k. Subaru without turbo is like watching pirates of the caribbean without Johnny Depp.
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Any one knows how much does it cost to drop a turbo in ?
Is it worth it ?
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Any one knows how much does it cost to drop a turbo in ?
Is it worth it ?
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It's actually not a simple process to convert your NA car to turbo. It will involve quite a fair bit of piping for the new turbo, introduce new intercooler, modify or change your extractor and also exhaust system. You will also need to modify/upgrade your engine management system with a new tune as well.

On top of that, you will probably need to do something to protect your CVT gearbox from the additional force. But if you are not going for too much power increase, you might be able to get away with it. But there is always that risk in my opinion.

If someone has already developed a turbo kit for a particular model it would be cheaper. But if there is no mass market demand to encourage any of the workshops to do that, then it will be almost like a custom job and will also need a bit of testing and fine tuning, which you need to be prepared and patient to go through. Will cost a bit more than those ready made/tested kits.

Heard from some friends that they spent between 6k to 10k to put turbo kits on their Inspiras/Lancers, depending on package.

You might probably want to consider improving the brake pads as well to control the added power.


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For those who want a turbo XV, dont look here. Look at the WRX or the new Forrester. They can go turbo from their house to their traffic lights at their taman and feel so good about the burr burrr burrrr sounds
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Aug 19 2013, 07:53 PM)
For those who want a turbo XV, dont look here. Look at the WRX or the new Forrester. They can go turbo from their house to their traffic lights at their taman and feel so good about the burr burrr burrrr sounds
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even XV without turbo , the performance and power is far better then other 2.0 vehicle, u go try it then u will feel it ~ XD
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QUOTE(JollyRogers @ Aug 19 2013, 07:12 PM)
Any one knows how much does it cost to drop a turbo in ?
Is it worth it ?
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Cheapest turbo in town - Proton Suprima only 80k.
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My friend likes the rims , anyone knows where to get them ? ( putting bricks under someone's XV doesn't count)
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QUOTE(voonkv @ Nov 6 2012, 11:01 PM)
http://www.mudah.my/New+Subaru+XV+2+0+AWD+CVT-18735494.htm
http://www.mudah.my/Subaru+XV+B+-18832697.htm

Saw this 2 ad in mudah.com from 2 diff state.
Offering RM139.8k for early bird booking.

This could be the cheapest Subaru(new car from Subaru dealer) in town.

Too bad no CKD WRX STi.
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that would only lower the standard of SRX STi's name.i rather it just CBU

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QUOTE(izutaisa @ Aug 20 2013, 08:40 AM)
that would only lower the standard of SRX STi's name.i rather it just CBU
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Agreed. And anyway, the WRX sales volume will never be sufficient for CKD ventures by Subaru.

And also I managed to read quite an interesting article recently on how Subaru seems to be having an identity crisis due to their boost in sales recently.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000142412...0970446352.html

They know what their market used to be and are not sure what to do next when suddenly people seems to want their cars.


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QUOTE(joker98 @ Aug 20 2013, 01:55 PM)
Agreed. And anyway, the WRX sales volume will never be sufficient for CKD ventures by Subaru.

And also I managed to read quite an interesting article recently on how Subaru seems to be having an identity crisis due to their boost in sales recently.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000142412...0970446352.html

They know what their market used to be and are not sure what to do next when suddenly people seems to want their cars.
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I see some posted comparison on xv and nissan juje...seem juke more powerful...comparison juke with gtr also no much difference in performance..maybe because juke have turbo...but im not so sure..i not expert in car comparison...however..many ppl keep saying bad appearance of juke.
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i luv Subaru cars, but our motor image Malaysia service really S*^K max !
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QUOTE(Clement1001 @ Aug 30 2013, 06:23 PM)
i luv Subaru cars, but our motor image Malaysia service really S*^K max !
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Imagine the PJ HQ service manager, mind you I repeat, THE service manager himself dare to tell me that the car alarm default code CANNOT BE reset to one of the customer's choice, which he was holding the user guide that I showed him in his hands. The instructions were blatantly there in that guide and he looked at it, then looked at me and said it can't be changed and neither can any of his tech do it.

So I said, like that, every car jacker will know that the default code is 1111 and can silent the alarm as soon as it rings.

He said 'ya la'

That's a RM139K XV ya la to you. Buy la buy come buy this car
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I changed mine following that guide.

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Hi all XV owners,
mind telling me how the car feels cruising on highways at 150kmph?
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QUOTE(BHQ91 @ Sep 7 2013, 06:09 PM)
Hi all XV owners,
mind telling me how the car feels cruising on highways at 150kmph?
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This is my experience owning 10 cars this being the 11th. Of all the cars, this one does NOT feel like 'im losing control floating' while cruising at 150kph

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Hmmmm...the XV handles much like any Scoobies..and that is a good thing...I corner the hell out of my XV...and it doesn't feel like when i drive the CRV or my friend's CX-5 where i feel like gonna friggin roll over. You need to know how to get power from the engine,,,but yes..at 150km/h..feels like normal
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nice to hear that.
how's the car so far? any complaints?
and the servicing?
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QUOTE(BHQ91 @ Sep 8 2013, 09:27 AM)
nice to hear that.
how's the car so far? any complaints?
and the servicing?
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Motorimage servicing sucks bigtime. held hostage within warranty period. only thing bad about buying this car is the servicing by these guys
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looking to book one soon. looking at the maintanance schedule.

1,10,30,50,70,90k km intervals are = RM347
20,60,100k km = RM 512
40,80k km = RM668

anyone can testify if anything goes on top of this ? Looks pretty darn cheap. However , i spoke to a salesman and he told me 100k km will cost RM3k minimum. But the service schedule given to me says RM512 ?

So , how much of a bull is this list ? anyway , latest offer at the moment comes with 2k worth of accessory , reverse camera and also tinting voucher worth 1000. anyone has any better recommendation.

As for the car, it is preference . I prefer this compared to cx5, as well as asx.

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QUOTE(voonkv @ Nov 6 2012, 11:01 PM)
http://www.mudah.my/New+Subaru+XV+2+0+AWD+CVT-18735494.htm
http://www.mudah.my/Subaru+XV+B+-18832697.htm

Saw this 2 ad in mudah.com from 2 diff state.
Offering RM139.8k for early bird booking.

This could be the cheapest Subaru(new car from Subaru dealer) in town.

Too bad no CKD WRX STi.
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i have a subaru going for RM 58k. If you're interested, pm me for details.

Here is the SIMILAR car

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post Sep 11 2013, 12:18 PM

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QUOTE(lextan @ Sep 9 2013, 01:09 PM)
looking to book one soon. looking at the maintanance schedule.

1,10,30,50,70,90k km intervals are = RM347
20,60,100k km = RM 512
40,80k km = RM668

anyone can testify if anything goes on top of this ? Looks pretty darn cheap. However , i spoke to a salesman and he told me 100k km will cost RM3k minimum. But the service schedule given to me says RM512 ?

So , how much of a bull is this list ? anyway , latest offer at the moment comes with 2k worth of accessory , reverse camera and also tinting voucher worth 1000. anyone has any better recommendation.

As for the car, it is preference . I prefer this compared to cx5, as well as asx.
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huh? where did you get the figure RM512 for 100k km? below is the price list i personally took the picture in subaru service center myself.
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latest offer comes with 2k worth of accessories? like what?

rev cam is cheap. salesman throws that in for free usually. however the mounting point is bad... i prefer to have it installed near the center instead of left side. sad.gif i pointed that out to my friend when he bought one last week and his rev cam is installed near center. but the cam sticks out because there wasnt any mounting point.

when i bought mine, motorimage gave rebate of 1k and free 3m tint (so so tint but save my hassle). salesman threw in the rev cam... that's about it.

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Hi ,

Like any buyer , maintenance cost +- 100k~200k is taken into consideration when buying a car.
I asked for the list to calculate the necessary service for warranty purposes. This is what they gave me. (see attached picture)

RM2K worth accessory includes , boot floor metal cover (original is black hard plastic) , visors , side door plastic strip , side step brushed alluminium with subaru wording. They showed me in a colour printed a4 paper. couldnt remember all.

5 mil llumar security tint (Up to RM1k only , additional charges to be paid by purchaser) , cheap reverse camera. Placed exactly beside the boot release button.

With your "new" service schedule with cost, i am quite comfortable. Most of the parts are actually changed to cost. Unlike some other manufacturer that charges exorbitantly for "tuning".

The spark plugs are actually quite pricy !
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So lucky that you all got free stuff from yr salesman. I one f*** sen also dient get. Dont ever buy from thqt malay salesman at the pj hq

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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Sep 11 2013, 06:05 PM)
So lucky that you all got free stuff from yr salesman. I one f*** sen also dient get.  Dont ever buy from thqt malay salesman at the pj hq
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I had a problem with my purchase. Bought mine for cash which was promised within two weeks. Funny thing is, when my order arrived, the salesman didn't check the order properly and got me an XV with reverse cam, which I didn't order. The dude asked me to pay an extra 1k so I screwed over the manager for the lousy treatment and ended up getting the reverse cam for free with a goodie bag, which had an umbrella and a hat.

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QUOTE(lextan @ Sep 11 2013, 12:54 PM)
Hi ,

Like any buyer , maintenance cost +- 100k~200k is taken into consideration when buying a car.
I asked for the list to calculate the necessary service for warranty purposes. This is what they gave me. (see attached picture)

RM2K worth accessory includes , boot floor metal cover (original is black hard plastic) , visors , side door plastic strip , side step brushed alluminium with subaru wording. They showed me in a colour printed a4 paper. couldnt remember all.

5 mil llumar security tint (Up to RM1k only , additional charges to be paid by purchaser) , cheap reverse camera. Placed exactly beside the boot release button.

With your "new" service schedule with cost, i am quite comfortable. Most of the parts are actually changed to cost. Unlike some other manufacturer that charges exorbitantly for "tuning".

The spark plugs are actually quite pricy !
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actually the price stated on your picture there is about same as the one i took from subaru service center because spark plugs wasnt in there.

frankly the accessories you mentioned was worth 2k RETAIL price. smile.gif cost is less than 1k for sure. but then again it's FREE, why not?


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QUOTE(SPuNx @ Sep 12 2013, 02:19 AM)
I had a problem with my purchase. Bought mine for cash which was promised within two weeks. Funny thing is, when my order arrived, the salesman didn't check the order properly and got me an XV with reverse cam, which I didn't order. The dude asked me to pay an extra 1k so I screwed over the manager for the lousy treatment and ended up getting the reverse cam for free with a goodie bag, which had an umbrella and a hat. 

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1k for that rev cam? must be a better cam than ours free salesman cam.
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if anybody really interested of XV~ welcome to pm me ~
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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 13 2013, 08:23 PM)
if anybody really interested of XV~ welcome to pm me ~
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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Apr 16 2013, 12:50 PM)
I remembered posting the Subaru Impreza WRX Hatch and the XV comparison pic in another XV topic... and here it is again.. a quick glance and both cars look almost the same.

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errmmm should it be based on this imprezza model ? cause they look basically the same ...

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/20/2012-subaru-impreza/

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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Sep 14 2013, 04:32 AM)
errmmm should it be based on this imprezza model ? cause they look basically the same ...

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/20/2012-subaru-impreza/

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Yup ur right ~ XV base is come from the impreza ~
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Just to bad the engine is not Turbo Charge...
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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Sep 14 2013, 04:32 AM)
errmmm should it be based on this imprezza model ? cause they look basically the same ...

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/20/2012-subaru-impreza/

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No, because that model is also based on the outgoing V10 Impreza hatch. The hatch is the base model and platform that is used for XV.

Also, the model that you posted is 1 year newer than the XV, so how can the XV be based on that. What you posted is based on the sedan model which is newer than the XV.

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QUOTE(sleepwalker @ Sep 14 2013, 04:08 PM)
No, because that model is also based on the outgoing V10 Impreza hatch. The hatch is the base model and platform that is used for XV.

Also, the model that you posted is 1 year newer than the XV, so how can the XV be based on that. What you posted is based on the sedan model which is newer than the XV.
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tats based on what i see..XD maybe the chassis and engine based on the hatch, but the bodywork , on this one .. as lon they car drives fine , fine by me already
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Test-drove XV and CR-X yesterday, XV is much nicer to drive but noisy.
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QUOTE(MGM @ Sep 16 2013, 07:48 AM)
Test-drove XV and CR-X yesterday, XV is much nicer to drive but noisy.
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Has any subaru xv owner here a tyre alignment shop to recommend? I need to fix a swinging-feeling when cornering problem that had recently appeared.

Asked Motorimage but as you all know, they are useless in anything technical.

Please help with recommendations.
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anyone knows what XV stands for? is it like meaning of 15?
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X ade Value kot...lol.

Just kidding. Hi guys, newbie's here... Im kinda interested in this car.
Am waiting PM from sales.....

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Piss poor boot space.

The XV's boot is actually *smaller* than the hatch's - 310 litres vs 340 litres. Imagine, it's just 20 litres bigger than a Satria's boot. Even Potong Inspira's backside accommodates 400 litres.

On a RM139k crossover, this is an inexcusable shame. Had to throw it out of my consideration list.
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XV stand for Cross Over...
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QUOTE(ZZR-Pilot @ Sep 18 2013, 04:18 PM)
Piss poor boot space.

The XV's boot is actually *smaller* than the hatch's - 310 litres vs 340 litres. Imagine, it's just 20 litres bigger than a Satria's boot. Even Potong Inspira's backside accommodates 400 litres.

On a RM139k crossover, this is an inexcusable shame. Had to throw it out of my consideration list.
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rclxms.gif just only the booth space u consider? u buy a car just looking for booth space, Then the pick up truck is ur better choice ~ brows.gif
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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 19 2013, 11:52 AM)
rclxms.gif just only the booth space u consider? u buy a car just looking for booth space, Then the pick up truck is ur better choice ~  brows.gif
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Bro, some people buy suv to move families around and boot space can be crucial.

In the case of XV, the boot is really small and not that suitable for putting baby strollers etc.

There is nothing wrong for ZZR-pilot to choose a car/suv based on boot space. It's his criteria.

Just because you sell Subaru cars, you should not rant at others who find the XV boot space lacking (which is true). Telling them off to choose a pickup instead is just out of context.

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i just saw the xv again recent,
notice the spare tire area does eat up almost half the boot space...
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actually when we talk about SUV, we should not mix it with cross over right? Cross over has its own category. For car such as Subaru XV should be compared with Mitsu ASX, Peug 3008.
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QUOTE(gunh @ Sep 19 2013, 03:10 PM)
actually when we talk about SUV, we should not mix it with cross over right?  Cross over has its own category.  For car such as Subaru XV should be compared with Mitsu ASX, Peug 3008.
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Even within the crossover category, the XV boot space would be near or at the bottom of the list.

Don't get me wrong, I like the XV and a big fan of Subaru. I am driving the new Forester.

But boot space for XV is really really lacking due to the tyre shaped indentations on the sides.

And with all these SUVs, crossovers etc. To me they are just marketing terms. I believe you should just look at each car as it is and test it. And in the case of quite a few people, they found XV boot really small and you can't blame them. It is. And surprisingly Mitsubishi actually classifies the ASX body as SUV here. But it does have a larger boot space than XV, but at the expense of the back row passenger space in my opinion.

But having said that, I love Subaru's AWD and really enjoyed driving the XV during the test drive. If one is looking for a good AWD drive but does not mind the small boot space, they should really consider the XV. But I would advise those who intend to use boot space for baby strollers etc. to stay away. I brought mine there just to check it out when collecting my Forester. It was a really tight fight and my stroller was just a normal light weight stroller. by the time you fit it in, it would be quite difficult to fit other things in, in a systematic manner. Or alternatively one would have to buy strollers that do not fold in the longitudinal direction.



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QUOTE(joker98 @ Sep 19 2013, 12:23 PM)
Bro, some people buy suv to move families around and boot space can be crucial.

In the case of XV, the boot is really small and not that suitable for putting baby strollers etc.

There is nothing wrong for ZZR-pilot to choose a car/suv based on boot space. It's his criteria.

Just because you sell Subaru cars, you should not rant at others who find the XV boot space lacking (which is true). Telling them off to choose a pickup instead is just out of context.
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yup ur right ~ but u see his message ' inexcusable shame ' ,why shame on the booth space small? bottom that the booth space is give the extent for rear passenger leg space~


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I am also going to test drive this XV, having rejected the cx5 for multiple reasons (bad service being one of them plus a few niggling COMMON problems which many cx5 seems to have, but was not tackled at the factory end...).

My main question to the owners and I truly appreciate your sincere reply as I am going to make the 2nd most expensive purchase in my life...
1. Are there many niggling problems like funny sounds coming from interior?
I hate those irritating sound from new car which the factory/service center cannot seem to find the source.
2. Are there any common factory faults which the XV owners here are facing? Problems which we have to spend valuable time (taking leave from work!) to go to a bad service cenbter...

Lastly, Now that this has been confirmed by many, WHY is Subaru/TC not making improvement to the service center? Many of us dont have the time to be treated like a ball to be kicked around lah...

Thank you for reading and for commenting.
Have a good weekend.

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QUOTE(mack8899 @ Sep 20 2013, 10:10 PM)
I am also going to test drive this XV, having rejected the cx5 for multiple reasons (bad service being one of them plus a few niggling  COMMON problems which many cx5 seems to have, but was not tackled at the factory end...).

My main question to the owners and I truly appreciate your sincere reply as I am going to make the 2nd most expensive purchase in my life...
1. Are there many niggling problems like funny sounds coming from interior?
I hate those irritating sound from new car which the factory/service center cannot seem to find the source.
2. Are there any common factory faults which the XV owners here are facing? Problems which we have to spend valuable time (taking leave from work!) to go to a bad service cenbter...

Lastly, Now that this has been confirmed by many, WHY is Subaru/TC not making improvement to the service center? Many of us dont have the time to be treated like a ball to be kicked around lah...

Thank you for reading and for commenting.
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1 . none

2 so far none ( but as with any car it will eventually come , regardless of how well made )
i did however encounter and issue where the right passenger door would not close ....ended up being some sort of problem with the spring that controls the door look ,( could not remember what the service person said about it ) , that problem was fixed during the 10k servcice ...
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1 . none

2 so far none ( but as with any car it will eventually come , regardless of how well made )
  i did however encounter and issue where the right passenger door would not close ....ended up being some sort of problem with the spring that controls the door look ,( could not remember what the service person said about it ) , that problem was fixed during the 10k servcice ...
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10K service and happy so far. Good info.
Thank you...

I am testing the car this afternoon.

Hope it delivers more than the one with a right hand under carriage knocking at hard turn! that i tested last week.

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QUOTE(sonic_cd @ Sep 21 2013, 12:27 AM)
1 . none

2 so far none ( but as with any car it will eventually come , regardless of how well made )
  i did however encounter and issue where the right passenger door would not close ....ended up being some sort of problem with the spring that controls the door look ,( could not remember what the service person said about it ) , that problem was fixed during the 10k servcice ...
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Is it true that you cant even install a 3rd party (eg accessories shop purchase) of a 3rd brake lights without motorimage voiding the Warranty?

My friend who drives this car says that NOTHING can be added or taken away from the car without Subaru voiding the warranty. Feels like a total monopoly for the period within the warranty time.
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QUOTE(ricstc @ Sep 21 2013, 12:07 PM)
Is it true that you cant even install a 3rd party (eg accessories shop purchase) of a 3rd brake lights without motorimage voiding the Warranty?

My friend who drives this car says that NOTHING can be added or taken away from the car without Subaru voiding the warranty. Feels like a total monopoly for the period within the warranty time.
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the car already come with a 3rd brake light already ....unless you mean adding another light .. well , as far as i know , if you mention to the sales rep to install the light before the car is handed over to the pwner . the warranty is valid .. well maybe they are afraid the 3rd party light will mess up the electrics or something .
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the car already come with a 3rd brake light already ....unless you mean adding another light .. well , as far as i know , if you mention to the sales rep to install the light before the car is handed over to the pwner . the warranty is valid .. well maybe they are afraid the 3rd party light will mess up the electrics or something .
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Yes they are afraid that installing anything and I mean anything at all on their car would nullify their manufacturer's warranty
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can't wait for mine rclxm9.gif rclxm9.gif

i took the 2K service credit package...and they give the rev cam also..


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yup ur right ~ but u see his message ' inexcusable shame ' ,why shame on the booth space small? bottom that the booth space is give the extent for rear passenger leg space~
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QUOTE(ricstc @ Sep 21 2013, 12:07 PM)
Is it true that you cant even install a 3rd party (eg accessories shop purchase) of a 3rd brake lights without motorimage voiding the Warranty?

My friend who drives this car says that NOTHING can be added or taken away from the car without Subaru voiding the warranty. Feels like a total monopoly for the period within the warranty time.
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aren't all car manufacturers doing the same? warranty voids if they see any 3rd party add-ons that they dont like.
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QUOTE(baby_pingu @ Sep 22 2013, 06:51 PM)
can't wait for mine  rclxm9.gif  rclxm9.gif

i took the 2K service credit package...and they give the rev cam also..
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Only the 2k service credit and reverse camera? Others?

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still at the introductory price of RM129k ?
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QUOTE(amdxp @ Sep 23 2013, 02:29 PM)
still at the introductory price of RM129k ?
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yup~ nett selling price is RM 129,800.00 and OTR price is 135,226.50
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Only the 2k service credit and reverse camera? Others?
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ya..took only that package..they have few others like the 2k accessories, tinted and rev cam..but i choose the service credit..

bought it at the reduced car price..129++K for the car price..
but mine was booked before raya time..so not sure if now still 129K..
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QUOTE(baby_pingu @ Sep 23 2013, 02:50 PM)
ya..took only that package..they have few others like the 2k accessories, tinted and rev cam..but i choose the service credit..

bought it at the reduced car price..129++K for the car price..
but mine was booked before raya time..so not sure if now still 129K..
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Oo ~ where u brought it? And still not yet get the car?
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Found small booth subaru XV in tesco ampang and i like the design very much. Price otr rm135k but its not well equipped. I didnt know they can give rev camera.
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QUOTE(pai3355 @ Sep 23 2013, 04:33 PM)
Found small booth subaru XV in tesco ampang and i like the design very much. Price otr rm135k but its not well equipped. I didnt know they can give rev camera.
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a litter small then other competitor cos the spare tyre is put inside and the spare tyre is similar size with using 1 that spare tyre is 185/55R17 ,is not that donut spare tyre~ and also XV is extent the rear passanger leg room, can confirm the real passanger sit is conforttable to 180CM high ppl~ drool.gif

For 135k price range car ,that only the XV not giving is push start button only ~ and is that so important without it?
And what the other brand can't give u and subaru XV can give u de is symmetrical AWD system , the most reliable engine in the world (boxer engine), 5 major country all 5start rating ANCAP safety crash test and 1more safety features is rear door catch ( door catch is protect the rear door flame and avoid the rear door jam when u in accident like front , rear & sandwich impacts)

Others I dun know la~ if buying from me I will free the reverse camera and raytect security tinted ~ icon_rolleyes.gif
P/S the 2k service credit is officially free to subaru XV new owner ~ thumbup.gif
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Oo ~ where u brought it? And still not yet get the car?
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do it such a way cos want to get the car during my birthday month..haha icon_rolleyes.gif icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(baby_pingu @ Sep 23 2013, 06:19 PM)
havent got it yet..but not by the SA fault, cos i purposely delayed it till now..
do it such a way cos want to get the car during my birthday month..haha  icon_rolleyes.gif  icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 23 2013, 06:00 PM)
a litter small then other competitor cos the spare tyre is put inside and the spare tyre is similar size with using 1 that spare tyre is 185/55R17 ,is not that donut spare tyre~  and also XV is extent the rear passanger leg room,  can confirm the real passanger sit is conforttable to 180CM high ppl~  drool.gif 

For 135k price range car ,that only the XV not giving is push start button only ~ and is that so important without it?
And what the other brand can't give u and subaru XV can give u de is symmetrical AWD system , the most reliable engine in the world (boxer engine), 5 major country all 5start rating ANCAP safety crash test and 1more safety features is rear door catch ( door catch is protect the rear door flame and avoid the rear door jam when u in accident like front , rear & sandwich impacts)

Others I dun know la~ if buying from me I will free the reverse camera and raytect security tinted ~  icon_rolleyes.gif
P/S the 2k service credit is officially free to subaru XV new owner ~ thumbup.gif
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Oo so u sell this car?that would be interesting

But i read in previous page the boot is not suitable to put baby stroller sad.gif
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QUOTE(pai3355 @ Sep 23 2013, 10:24 PM)
Oo so u sell this car?that would be interesting

But i read in previous page the boot is not suitable to put baby stroller  sad.gif
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You need to buy those that fold into a rectangle or square or those smaller lightweight traditional ones . Full sized traditional ones would be a tight fit and probably at an angle, which makes it difficult to put other things in.

If you are one of those who buy 4WD strollers with whoop ass tyres/super brakes/hyper suspensions, then forget about XV.
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QUOTE(pai3355 @ Sep 23 2013, 10:24 PM)
Oo so u sell this car?that would be interesting

But i read in previous page the boot is not suitable to put baby stroller  sad.gif
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Yup I'm the SA of subaru ~ yup the boot is a bit small, for the baby stroller u need find can fold to smaller size de~ even is that booth small ,but actually how many days u are full load ur booth ~ and we are more concentrate of ur family safety if wan know more safety of subaru, just welcome to ask me~ brows.gif

and also ur finding this car also can ask me for more detail ~. brows.gif drool.gif thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(joker98 @ Sep 23 2013, 11:08 PM)
You need to buy those that fold into a rectangle or square or those smaller lightweight traditional ones . Full sized traditional ones would be a tight fit and probably at an angle, which makes it difficult to put other things in.

If you are one of those who buy 4WD strollers with whoop ass tyres/super brakes/hyper suspensions, then forget about XV.
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The XV is coming with the most great rear suspensions (double wishbone) and also come with the great breaking system (ABS and VDC ), and coming with half performance tyrec~ with 3thing added together that only produce such good handling, stability and reliability for subaru XV
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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 24 2013, 03:40 AM)
Yup I'm the SA of subaru ~ yup the boot is a bit small, for the baby stroller u need find can fold to smaller size de~  even is that booth small ,but actually how many days u are full load ur booth ~ and we are more concentrate of ur family safety if wan know more safety of subaru, just welcome to ask me~  brows.gif

and also ur finding this car also can ask me for more detail ~. brows.gif  drool.gif  thumbup.gif
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should be one of my target list, thank you cool2.gif
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the boot itself is quite shallow. for baby stroller still ok. just that you wont be putting any more stuffs after the stroller.

what my headache is my golf bag. sad.gif i had to lower the backseats and stuff the golf bag straight in. and i am the lazy type who hates to move the golf bag in and out of the car. in some unexpected time i had to pick up some people... sad.gif

i just wish the boot has more overhang space from the rear tyres.

oh... the radio reception is a bit weak... and bluetooth handfree is only acceptable at times...

other than that everything is fine by me.

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My Byakko is approaching the 5k service mark, the service personnel in JB quite good because I know them. XV is selling quite well, if I knew the 2014 Forrester 2.0 Turbo is coming out I might have not bought the XV...but overall quite impress with the car, I tested out the CRV and CX5....and when I mean tested...I really tested...CRV is out because during fast cornering...I manage to make one of the wheels lift a bit and the whole car felt like going to turn over (scared the living daylights out of the SA)...Mazda....not really into the feel of the CX-5....in the end...opted for XV..because they don't have anything fancy..just plain old fashion good engineering..
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Anyone knows where to find accessories such as those shown in this blog??

http://mybiebie.blogspot.com/2013/03/the-n...sia-review.html
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Just test drove both xv and cx 5 over the weekend and am seriously considering buying the xv. Cx5 handling and engine was surprisingly bad... I really wanted the cx 5 before the test drive but not anymore...

However, I've still got one last issue with it. Is subaru's general maintenance and service more expensive than say, the crv, cx5 and also the asx? Do I have to wait very long for parts if I ever had to change the side mirrors or the bumper if I had an accident with the car?

Thanks guys!
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QUOTE(Maxiii @ Sep 30 2013, 08:08 AM)
Just test drove both xv and cx 5 over the weekend and am seriously considering buying the xv. Cx5 handling and engine was surprisingly bad... I really wanted the cx 5 before the test drive but not anymore...

However, I've still got one last issue with it. Is subaru's general maintenance and service more expensive than say, the crv, cx5 and also the asx? Do I have to wait very long for parts if I ever had to change the side mirrors or the bumper if I had an accident with the car?

Thanks guys!
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Are you comparing XV with 2WD CX5 or 4WD CX5? i think you should try the 2WD CX5 which i feel has a better engine response than the AWD XV.

QUOTE(Maxiii @ Sep 30 2013, 08:08 AM)
Just test drove both xv and cx 5 over the weekend and am seriously considering buying the xv. Cx5 handling and engine was surprisingly bad... I really wanted the cx 5 before the test drive but not anymore...

However, I've still got one last issue with it. Is subaru's general maintenance and service more expensive than say, the crv, cx5 and also the asx? Do I have to wait very long for parts if I ever had to change the side mirrors or the bumper if I had an accident with the car?

Thanks guys!
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QUOTE(Maxiii @ Sep 30 2013, 08:08 AM)
Just test drove both xv and cx 5 over the weekend and am seriously considering buying the xv. Cx5 handling and engine was surprisingly bad... I really wanted the cx 5 before the test drive but not anymore...

However, I've still got one last issue with it. Is subaru's general maintenance and service more expensive than say, the crv, cx5 and also the asx? Do I have to wait very long for parts if I ever had to change the side mirrors or the bumper if I had an accident with the car?

Thanks guys!
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Already buy XV? Can contact me to ~ I'm the SA icon_rolleyes.gif

for answer the cost maintenance ~normal service is 347 , major service 668 and change CVT oil and filter 776

for the change part bumber or side mirrors , is almost same period ,and now the XV is CKD and also have export to Thailand and Indonesia ~ even is CKD but XV is Export quality CKD that different with CRV & CX5 is CKD just for supply local ~ thumbup.gif


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QUOTE(gunh @ Sep 30 2013, 11:51 AM)
Are you comparing XV with 2WD CX5 or 4WD CX5?  i think you should try the 2WD CX5 which i feel has a better engine response than the AWD XV.
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http://youtu.be/P21lwEYY-D0

After watch this video,
U can imagine what will happen is without the AWD system?
Maybe have other SA told u no need the AWD system in Malaysia cos no 4 season, and off road use. if u still believe what the SA say then go ahead lo ~ and what just I can say is drive carefully when raining time thats all~

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I think the cars in the clip all are AWD or 4WD... nevertheless I will still choose 2WD CX5 over XV.


QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 30 2013, 03:33 PM)
http://youtu.be/P21lwEYY-D0

After watch this video,
U can imagine what will happen is without the AWD system?
Maybe have other SA told u no need the AWD system in Malaysia cos no 4 season, and off road use. if u still believe what the SA say then go ahead lo ~ and what just I can say is drive carefully when raining time thats all~
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QUOTE(gunh @ Sep 30 2013, 07:14 PM)
I think the cars in the clip all are AWD or 4WD... nevertheless I will still choose 2WD CX5 over XV.
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all is AWD system in video ~ that only the different is subaru is full time AWD system, and others is part time AWD system and also call as On Demand AWD that mean the rear wheel only active to delivery power when the sensor detach the rear wheel need power, so u can see other car is abit late to collect the car back on control at 1st corner.

u also have ur right for choosing the 2WD CX5 , and I not meaning CX5 not good, it also have its technology to protect driver, so what just I can say is drive safe ~
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So zenockl85. Are you selling Subaru XV and other Subaru cars? You sure know everything about this car. Any recommendations?
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QUOTE(ricstc @ Sep 30 2013, 09:27 PM)
So zenockl85. Are you selling Subaru XV and other Subaru cars?  You sure know everything about this car. Any recommendations?
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Yup I'm the subaru SA, and selling all kind of subaru car ~

What purpose u using for vehicle? need carry a lot thing everyday?
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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 30 2013, 09:36 PM)
Yup I'm the subaru SA, and selling all kind of subaru car ~

What purpose u using for vehicle? need carry a lot thing everyday?
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Hi SA. Where do you work? Which branch or dealership? Can come see you?
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Hi SA. Where do you  work? Which branch or dealership? Can come see you?
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Sure ~ I from subaru setia alam ~ is dealership~
Chooi ~

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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 30 2013, 10:06 PM)
Sure ~ I from subaru setia alam ~ 
Chooi ~
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Oh from Setia Alam dealer there. Your place there got service? No need to go to branch to service Subaru car?
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Oh from Setia Alam dealer there. Your place there got service? No need to go to branch to service Subaru car?
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my place is showroom only ~ next year we will built up the service team ~ for take car to service sure is better go to the place is near for u ~ not only branch got service , other dealer ship also got do service, and us is start next year lo ~
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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 30 2013, 10:15 PM)
my place is showroom only ~ next year we will built up the service team ~ for take car to service sure is better go to the place is near for u ~ not only branch got service , other dealer ship also got do service, and us is start next year lo ~
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The one near me is at Balakong and is all er, one race and are very lazy. PJ HQ is too far but what to do, I rather go far than to give my car to 'lazy' mechanic. Let us know when your service centre at Setia Alam is ready
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QUOTE(ricstc @ Sep 30 2013, 10:34 PM)
The one near me is at Balakong and is all er, one race and are very lazy. PJ HQ is too far but what to do, I rather go far than to give my car to 'lazy' mechanic. Let us know when your service centre at Setia Alam is ready
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no problem~ have u face problem when u doing service?
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no problem~ have u face problem when u doing service?
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Yes I've faced problems like the service manager having like he has ZERO technical knowledge. Im referring to the service manager at the PJ HQ. Do you know who I can complain to? Guess what people suggest? Complain to the service manager doh.gif
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QUOTE(ricstc @ Sep 30 2013, 10:57 PM)
Yes I've faced problems like the service manager having like he has ZERO technical knowledge. Im referring to the service manager at the PJ HQ. Do you know who I can complain to? Guess what people suggest? Complain to the service manager  doh.gif
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Ok let me check with my manager 1st ,I think is better complain direct to the New GM of motor image Malaysia , I think is better cos he is new GM and he should do some thing for after sales service~
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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Sep 30 2013, 11:05 PM)
Ok let me check with my manager 1st ,I think is better complain direct to the New GM of motor image Malaysia , I think is better cos he is new GM and he should do some thing for after sales service~
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Yes please. Please do us here all a favor, especially those XV or Forester owners here a favour by sharing with us who is the new GM and maybe we could contact him or anyone for feedback. Afterall, feedback is good because those that give feedback means that they care to give feedback. If they dont care, they keep silent and whenever they can they will criticize to everyone they meet. End up, public has bad impression of the product/service.
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QUOTE(gunh @ Sep 30 2013, 11:51 AM)
Are you comparing XV with 2WD CX5 or 4WD CX5?  i think you should try the 2WD CX5 which i feel has a better engine response than the AWD XV.
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Test drove the 2wd variant gunh.. Engine felt labouring.. Was very loud when we tried to accelerate to overtake. Had a couple second delay before it came to life and roaarrr! Definitely not as linear n smooth as xv.

Also xv stick to the the ground wayyy more and had considerably less body roll. Felt good with xv's firm ride.
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Zenlock, you should guide the customers to complain to customer service division. Not the new GM. Other than this, please submit web complain through motorimage website under the contact us.
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QUOTE(ricstc @ Sep 30 2013, 11:08 PM)
Yes please. Please do us here all a favor, especially those XV or Forester owners here a favour by sharing with us who is the new GM and maybe we could contact him or anyone for feedback. Afterall, feedback is good because those that give feedback means that they care to give feedback. If they dont care, they keep silent and whenever they can they will criticize to everyone they meet. End up, public has bad impression of the product/service.
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can u told me the detail what u problem facing and how it happen~

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bad thing about subaru service center... only 1/2 day on saturday. sad.gif

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bad thing about subaru service center... only 1/2 day on saturday. sad.gif
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XD that not a big problem ~ booking service morning Saturday lo~ thumbup.gif
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post Oct 1 2013, 06:21 PM

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yeah it's quite full for sat morning. usually need a week advance or more.
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QUOTE(freddie @ Oct 1 2013, 04:51 PM)
bad thing about subaru service center... only 1/2 day on saturday. sad.gif
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thats normal, even toyota service centre also open 1/2 day on sat and guess wat? its always full on sat cry.gif


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so far my best experience was with mitsubishi. there were more than 10 authorized service centers in klang valley which i could pick.
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QUOTE(freddie @ Oct 2 2013, 05:37 PM)
so far my best experience was with mitsubishi. there were more than 10 authorized service centers in klang valley which i could pick.
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Price of front strut bar for XV Anyone?
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QUOTE(zenockl85 @ Oct 2 2013, 10:35 PM)
buy car with me I can help u take to service ~ XD
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yeah but i have to drive damn far to setia alam? tongue.gif
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guys, the reverse camera that they installed...
it does not have the red, green, yellow range indicator, right?
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the indicators are on the kenwood unit itself. not from the camera.

also, pls ask your sa to install the camera as close to center as possible.

the default location is shit. if you rely on the camera you would hit something on your right side because the cam default location is about 1ft away from center at left side.

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QUOTE(freddie @ Oct 3 2013, 02:07 PM)
the indicators are on the kenwood unit itself. not from the camera.

also, pls ask your sa to install the camera as close to center as possible.

the default location is shit. if you rely on the camera you would hit something on your right side because the cam default location is about 1ft away from center at left side.
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i got mine already yesterday..so too late to ask thm to install in the center sweat.gif
the video only shows the image from the camera..but do not have the indicator green yellow red bar that i used to see on other cars sweat.gif

is this memang it default setting? or there's a setting need to be done additional on the kenwood unit..?
ask the SA yesterday and he check with the person install it, they said only got setting to on off sweat.gif

or is it because i got the cheapest rev camera? sweat.gif
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try playing with the kenwood's settings. you should be able to turn that on/off.
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QUOTE(freddie @ Oct 3 2013, 03:22 PM)
try playing with the kenwood's settings. you should be able to turn that on/off.
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Freddie,
Why won't the SA or any Svs Ctr let me install day-running lights in front?

They won't even let me install the 3rd brake light (well 4th) that blinksblinksblinks at the bottom of the bumper there.

All in the threat of VOIDING the car warranty. Any comments or suggestions?
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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Oct 3 2013, 03:54 PM)
Freddie,
Why won't the SA or any Svs Ctr let me install day-running lights in front?

They won't even let me install the 3rd brake light (well 4th) that blinksblinksblinks at the bottom of the bumper there.

All in the threat of VOIDING the car warranty. Any comments or suggestions?
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yes they always use the same shit to threaten you about warranty.

you can either diy or find a reputable shop to do for you.

if shit happens(example, engine or cvt issues) and it isnt related to the electronics but they still blame it on your newly installed lights, then you have a court case.

most people didnt wanna go that far is because the time taken to fight such case could be very lengthy.

as far as i know, the car (from other countries) came with power for the DRL... i am not sure if msia ckd version has it.

last time when i drove lancer, we usually find those easy-going authorized service centres for warranty claims. they are really easy and helpful. only take pics on the defective parts and file claims for us.

however this subaru thing... service centers are limited. maybe you can find one that close one eye...
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QUOTE(freddie @ Oct 3 2013, 04:02 PM)
yes they always use the same shit to threaten you about warranty.

you can either diy or find a reputable shop to do for you.

if shit happens(example, engine or cvt issues) and it isnt related to the electronics but they still blame it on your newly installed lights, then you have a court case.

most people didnt wanna go that far is because the time taken to fight such case could be very lengthy.

as far as i know, the car (from other countries) came with power for the DRL... i am not sure if msia ckd version has it.

last time when i drove lancer, we usually find those easy-going authorized service centres for warranty claims. they are really easy and helpful. only take pics on the defective parts and file claims for us.

however this subaru thing... service centers are limited. maybe you can find one that close one eye...
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No its not that there are no accessories shop that wont do it, they do and can and close-eyes easy but when its time to send the car to Subaru svs centre, then won't they find out - eyyh, how come got 4th brake lights and how come got running lights on this 'special' XV? Kena kah?


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QUOTE(mechanicalKB @ Oct 3 2013, 04:04 PM)
No its not that there are no accessories shop that wont do it, they do and can and close-eyes easy but when its time to send the car to Subaru svs centre, then won't they find out - eyyh, how come got 4th brake lights and how come got running lights on this 'special' XV? Kena kah?
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hence you need to find a "friendly" service centre...

no 4th brake lights... only hidden DRL power source in some aussie (or US, i forgot) xv.
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QUOTE(freddie @ Oct 3 2013, 10:26 AM)
yeah but i have to drive damn far to setia alam?  tongue.gif
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QUOTE(baby_pingu @ Oct 3 2013, 02:02 PM)
guys, the reverse camera that they installed...
it does not have the red, green, yellow range indicator, right?
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all my delivery de car also no line de~ all camera in install at subaru delivery center ~ I heart outside install de have red, yellow, green line de~
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Market report until sept 2013 on the road suv still is crv above 4500 units cx5 3500 units on the road ......Subaru I still never any on road yet ? Normally good car people will more consider, bad car only stone head people like it....in future still is crv and cx5, even Kuga sell better than Subaru xv...if u want future the car second hand value is good pls more consider with majority
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QUOTE(Puchong Auto @ Oct 5 2013, 11:22 PM)
Market report until sept 2013 on the road suv still is crv above 4500 units cx5 3500 units on the road ......Subaru I still never any on road yet ?  Normally good car people will more consider, bad car only stone head people like it....in future still is crv and cx5, even Kuga sell better than Subaru xv...if u want future the car second hand value is good pls more consider with majority
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pls do some home work for AWD ~ and pls inform me the disadvantage of subaru AWD~ thx alot notworthy.gif
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TS has long gone from this topic and I can see the patterning developing here between 2 SAs. That is not how build trust in this forum.

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