Subaru’s Crosstrek has been redesigned, and the model destined on the market in Japan has been proven.

The favored compact crossover, now in its third technology, will launch within the U.S. subsequent 12 months as a 2024 mannequin. Subaru will launch specs for this market nearer to that date.

In Japan, the brand new Crosstrek will hit the bottom working with a 2.0-liter flat-4 engine together with a mild-hybrid setup. Subaru hasn’t launched any specs for the powertrain however the identical setup in different fashions sees the engine ship roughly 143 hp and the mild-hybrid an extra 13 hp.

Finishing the drivetrain is a constantly variable transmission (CVT) and all-wheel-drive system. Subaru mentioned enhancements had been made to scale back vibrations and noise of the engine and transmission in comparison with the present Crosstrek.

Underpinning the automobile is the most recent model of the Subaru World modular platform. Key adjustments made embrace a extra inflexible building technique the place the total interior body is constructed first earlier than the outer physique panels are welded on. Beforehand, the physique was made by establishing the higher and decrease sections individually after which becoming a member of them.

The extra inflexible design, which was launched within the newest WRX and associated Levorg, is claimed to enhance dealing with in addition to absorption of vibrations. Further soundproofing materials was additionally added to additional refine cabin atmosphere.

Measuring 176 inches lengthy, the brand new Crosstrek is roughly the identical size as its predecessor. This implies related cabin house, and the most recent mannequin additionally preserves its predecessor’s 60:40 folding rear seats. Relying on the specification, the automobile weighs wherever between 3,395 and three,571 lb..

For the outside design, Subaru toughened up the look with new grille bars, expanded cladding on the entrance and rear fascias, and out there 18-inch wheels. The inside design mimics different current Subarus and features a typical instrument cluster together with a big 11.6-inch touchscreen within the heart stack serving because the infotainment hub.

The Crosstrek stays one in all Subaru’s top-selling autos within the U.S., with gross sales right here final 12 months registering at 127,466 items. The enhancements made to the redesigned mannequin ought to assist keep that success.