Subaru XV Questions & Answers (page 3 of 3)

I also have a bit of vibration when taking off and turning at the same time, particularly when turning right and giving it a bit of welly. It's not bad and I've described it before as more a grumble. I agree the issue is in the drive train and is probably due to being permanent all-wheel drive. I haven't been overly concerned and I have accepted it as normal. Currently 70,000km trouble free...

Thanks Carlos,
We had a 2012 impress hatch before the xv & that car was A1.no issues at all,only got the xv as it's easier getting in & out due to us getting older.
Thanks mate

I have had my drivers seat repaired 5 times.. I am really disappointed in a car less than 3 years old. Monday 18 June, Subaru renewed the whole back section of the seat. Purchased from Bill Buckle in Brookvale. I have also have the engine removed for oil leaks, gps renewed for making noises, The front drivers door fills with water when it rains. A very poor car and poor dealer

Hi Customer 24 - we bought 2 XV's last year. Neither have had any problems with oil consumption. There is no special requirement for running in, OTHER THAN NOT SITTING ON A CONSTANT SPEED FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME. Both cars have loosened up beautifully after 3,500 kms. We just get in them and go. Very frugal with fuel too. We both average between 6.8 and 7.0 l per 100 kms. However I would test drive the car you wish to purchase carefully, feeling for a judder in the steering, when turning.
If necessary, test drive many until you find one that doesn't judder. Best wishes.

Do not buy a Subaru, customer service when things go wrong is shocking. I brought a 2013 XV paid $400 for the optional extra window tints done through the dealer. The tint has a lifetime warranty but after 6 months scratches all along the top of the windows due to dust, dirt sticking to the window rubber frame and scratching tint as windows go up and down. Car was looked at today by a Subaru regional manager after having windows redone and same problem occurring within 5 months, I was told "can't do anything about it, can show you pictures if other Subaru models with the same problem???? So why offer an optional extra and not disclose that due to the design of the car doors window tints will scratch. I'm furious at this stage, Subaru your a joke !!!!!

Thanks for the replies, most interesting

No excessive consumption of coolant. However, vehicle - and others I've driven - have had excessive vibration through the steering. Presumably the power steering. Especially when turning slow speed corners under power.

Anyone else had this problem??? In Australia???

Possibly just the A B S in operation, particularly if you were emergency braking on a corrugated or bumpy road.

YES!! I love mine more and more each day. I get about 12 days per tank driving about 30 minutes each way to work (streets and on the hwy). Its comfy and roomy. Simply love it!!!

Yes you should. We test drove the Mazda CX5, Honda CRV, Hyundai Highlander and the Subaru Forrester and we both preferred the Subaru xv. It's a great car to drive and I don't think you will be sorry. I feel very safe in this car.

No

Width = 1,780mm
Height = 1570mm
Ground clearance = 220mm

Specifications are here http://subaru.com.au/xv/2.0i-l/specs

Regularly get under 7.5 for city driving, but I do use start/stop. No idea why you would want to turn it off. Servicing is 12,500 kms or 6 months. Our last service (2nd for the car) was around $260.

I use 10l/100km city driving- on the autobahn (Europe) best I got was 7.5l/100km driving average speed 130km/h But watch out if you drive harder...........
Used Pirelli winter tyres and now I can throw them away (All 4 ) after 11000km Rear wheels needed also Alignment, provided free from Subaru dealer.
Power is really poor especially compared to other cars in the 2 litre class.

Have had our XV for 11 months now, have driven just under 10,000 kms with 2 scheduled services. Oil guzzling hasn't been a problem for us.

9 months in. No problems.

Hi Grant,

I have had my XV (6speed manual) back at Zupps Subaru Mt Gravatt at least 7 times since I purchased it at the end of February 2013, the latest time was yesterday 05/06/13 when the vehicle has used 1 ltr of oil in 2000kms (a 6 weeks period), the previous visit prior to this was on 24/04/13 when the oil sensor light was replaced. From my records the light has been coming on every 3300 kms, The first time I had this issue was on 02/05/12 when the vehicle had only done 3365. Like you I feel I have been sold a lemon and have also asked for some oil so I can have it in the vehicle. Subaru Australia have fobbed me off every time I have contacted them advising me the oil consumption is normal!!. I am currently waiting on a reply from Zupps Subaru Mt Gravatt as to what Subaru Australia have to say this time.
I am extremely disappointed and apprehensive every time I get into the vehicle. I also know 5 other XV owners none of whom have had an oil issue.
This has been by far the worst new car experience I have ever had, and I am considering trading my XV.
Karen McParland