The Subaru Levorg gets an update and adds the ECO label to its lineup

Recently we told you how the Subaru Forester and XV adopted the ECO label with the arrival of their respective hybrid variants, and from today another member joins the Japanese brand’s lineup carrying this label: the Subaru Levorg. This sporty estate has also taken the opportunity to receive slight updates in several areas, but the best news is that it will be even cheaper than the outgoing model.

But let’s take it step by step, starting with the changes you’ll find on the exterior. Honestly, we could say these changes are insignificant, but there are some, most notably a new bonnet with fresh lines. This change is due to the fact that underneath it the engine has also been updated, incorporating a new naturally aspirated 2,000 cc boxer engine with four cylinders delivering 150 CV, paired with a Lineartronic continuously variable automatic transmission with 7 speeds that sends power to all four wheels thanks to the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system from Subaru.

Continuing with the mechanical side, another major novelty of the Subaru Levorg is that we can now also choose the ECO bi-fuel version for any of its trim levels, at a price of 1,750 euros on top of the price of the respective trim. With this version we keep the same characteristics and performance of the boxer petrol engine, with the difference that we can also run on LPG, which, besides translating into considerable savings for our wallet, also gives us the ECO label, almost essential nowadays in big cities.

The Subaru Levorg is also an estate hiding a strong sporting character; the chassis used for this model is inherited directly from the WRX STI, which already gives us an idea of its intentions and dynamic behaviour. Nevertheless, Subaru engineers have used this update to bring its behaviour closer to European driving tastes, improving the suspension and steering with a specific setup, allowing the Levorg to improve in important areas such as reducing body roll and increasing stability on straights.

On the technology front, the new Subaru Levorg has improved its infotainment system with new software featuring a more intuitive, easier-to-use interface, along with better responsiveness, also integrating Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In terms of safety, it incorporates the latest update of the EyeSight Driver Assist system, while the automatic emergency braking system is able to detect cyclists and pedestrians even faster.

Despite all these improvements, the new Subaru Levorg will be cheaper than its predecessor: in the entry-level Sport version, for example, prices start at 27,900 euros, which with the discount included is 2,000 euros less than the outgoing model. The Sport Plus version now starts at 31,400 euros, while the top-of-the-range Executive Plus costs 33,850 euros including all available extras.