Which has more drive train loss as measured on a dyno?

How do you put it in wireless charging mode

The four wheel lock is not working. With the lock, all for wheels should spin at the same speed.

I got mine about 8 months ago and being my first EV I'm really satisfied by...Indeed range could be better but overall the car is smooth,solid and a real Subaru...Personally I drove and hold all Subaru's model front Impresa, Forester,Levorg,XV and the last one WRXSti...not any complain at all

Super Cruise is only “free” for 3 years than you need a subscription!!!

Daughter just got pancaked in my Alltrack. She is good, the Alltrack is dead. This is what I'm looking at to replace it. She asked me if I could find another manual Alltrack. I'm looking, but they are rare beasts

zajebisty test. U Rules!)

I just replaced my 2015 diesel Overland with a 2022 4xe, and the electric motor's instant & constant torque on demand enables far better ediff lockup in tough spots. That together with the sway bar release, the 4xe is more capable. I love this versatile rig.

I see you are in marron valley, one of my favorite short trails :)

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Heated seat controls are in the infotainment system

I just ordered a 2025 RS RWD and one of the reasons I went with RWD is because of the higher towing capacity of 3500 lbs. I wish more vehicles in this segment had decent towing capacity like this does, in RWD form. I want to be able to tow with it. I see the 2025 center console is slightly different than the 2024...is there a lower storage area below the center console that is open to the sides, similar to the Equinox EV? If so, that's great... I would like that better then the 2024 design.

You guys are definitely not truck guys 😂😂😂

I actually love that they come with all seasons. I hate swapping tires in the winter and it’s a sporty commuter…for me…that’s the tire I would want.

2024 models must have got that latest over the air update because the DSG drives like a dream on it now even at low speeds

A bit odd to review this car with the no EV range. In EV mode this car has about 220 hp with the front and read motors combined and it can do 80 on the highway no problem without the Engine kicking in. The droning Engine is not the best around town, but on the freeway it’s fine. I like the idea of the superior suspension, styling, luxury interior and lovely blue color, but I’d suggest anyone interested in this also look at the Rav4 Prime XSE with the premium package as it has better EV range, better cargo, better instrument cluster and I prefer the way the shifter and controls are set up in general. Both cars are hard to come by in my area, but the NX is a lot more expensive and all but nonexistent where I live.

I really like that car!! Where in California?

Great video! I just bought a 2024 manual golf r (had a manual gti) and I am loving it. Question-you mention an S and S+ setting within the nurburgring mode. I’m not finding that on my model (I’m in the US). I’d love to capitalize on the settings you describe-optimizing the throttle and steering but softening the ride. Thanks!

It’s not a rock crawler. I would have liked to see some off-roading over 5 mph.

Inside hood insulator is just USD $26 from ali express and very easy to snap on.

This not a conventional CVT. Planetary gear set with couple of electric motors. No steel belt or Pullys. No trans oil change for life. They cut corners everywhere as the Engine/powertrain is same as Lexus models and this uses Lithium battery instead of NiMH used in other models. Butter like powertrain.

I got the Corolla cross hybrid SE for 29,490/- with no accessories without floormats (Sep 2024) and enjoy it every bit. Steering is easy at slow speeds but stiffens at higher speeds. At highway speeds, it is not easy but the right amount of stiffness. Averaging about 52 miles a gallon. Each fill up around 460 miles. Small tank is enough. I had 5 cars in the last 30 years and had a flat tire only once in a parking lot. So no spare tire is not a deal breaker. Glad that I got a motor pump which might be more useful than a spare tire.

A bit disappointed in the fact that you gave all the credit to the tires on that hill climb. This SUV has torque vectoring, and I am pretty sure it would have made it up on almost any tire.

Probably the best driving review I've seen of the IS 500, I think your genuine excitement and suprise adds so much to the video!

Of course they need to

Lost me immediately at 45k. That's ridiculous especially when you can get a Japanese made like CX-5 for 30,000 fully loaded and it will be a hell of a lot more reliable reliable

vw manual is life

That engine looks like a nightmare to work on. I never purchase an extended warranty but might be smart for this truck. Truck does look amazing

Imagine the BRZ drivetrain with 6mt in the RS body ... perfection.

Have The '24 SE with more practical 17" wheels, EZ and fast manual hatch. 42mpg highway. In city errands for 10 miles or so 60 mpg is easy because it is mostly EV at those speeds. Now 10,000 miles. Quieter than 2012 Prius. Passenger seat seems low but comfy in all weather.

do you do reviews or just ads for the cars? maybe try thinking of something critical to say about the vehicles that you "review" and we would take you more seriously

Ugly

I have 2022 chevy Silverado trail boss custom 6.2 super fast off road excellent BEST truck i have ever had.

Civic SI is 5K less, just saying......

I really wanted one of these, but I thought it was Severely overpriced. The OTD price sitting $33-38k for a small cross over? It needs to be the MSRP OTD. No more than $29k. I bought a better value with a different manufacturer.

No heated steering.....seriously?

My Mazda 3 hatchback base model had 191HP with 6spd. For single guy it is all I need. I can fit my bike fully. And it cost $10K less than this Subaru box.

it should be noted that the transmission is an Ecvt, which isn't your standard run of the mill cvt. no belts or pulleys or anything like that. toyota's Ecvt's are all good old fashioned metal gears and electric motors. these also have 2 mechanically driven oil pumps and are very similar to the camry ecvt.

Bati campii! Unde vezi tu Prius?

i have the 24 xse and i put falken wildpeaks on right away for winter here.i think if you had the wildpeaks on it would have taken your lil hill easy.

THESE GLI are awesome I've got a 24 and just ordered a 25 ! VW KNOCKS IT OUT OF PARK AGAIN!

Subaru, for the love of God, please stop using CVTs

Hemi

CVT😂😂😂

XT or Hybrid version then maybe

In America, the Forester Sport does indeed have a spare tire, underneath that section that houses the cargo cover.

thanks. I boutght mine used in 2022 with 19K on the odo. Now I am at 28K. added a TMIC, Cobb nexgen intake, an ecbs . Wth STI spring and 2015 STI BBS wheels . So much fun to drive. Esp with the burble to get some light back firing to complete the vintage feeling

Eh another ugly Forester

Thanks for a very detailed, real-world, review.

Buy the GLI, with the money you save (compared with the GTI tag price) add a catback and better tires amonst other things.