Australasian Mining Review
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304 Subaru diesels A winning formula Subaru diesel variants have proved a runaway success for the symmetrical All- Wheel Drive brand since their introduction in Forester and Outback. S ubaru originally predicted around 10 per cent of Outback sales would be diesel, when it launched in late 2009. Similar fi gures were also touted for Forester diesel, when it went on sale in mid 2010. However, Outback diesel variants now represent around 16 per cent of the model’s sales, and Forester 13 per cent. Both have had a warm reception, particularly in rural and regional areas, where their fuel effi ciency combined with the Subaru traits of durability, safety, fl exibility and retained value are proving a winner. The cars are powered by 2.0 litre turbocharged horizontally opposed diesel Boxer engines that represent the most fuel effi cient Forester and Outback variants in their respective ranges. With driving range of more than 1000 highway kilometres recorded in internal testing by Subaru, the diesel cars are serious long-distance contenders. Forester 2.0D and 2.0D Premium add a new dimension to the range, which was Australia’s best- selling compact SUV last year. Superb fuel effi ciency and low emissions linked to Forester’s fi ve-star occupant safety package have attracted even more customers. Indeed the Forester diesels comply with the strict Euro 5 emission standard. Forester 2.0D’s turbocharged four-cylinder 2.0 litre fl at Boxer diesel engine consumes just 6.4 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres in the combined cycle, while producing just 168 grams/kilometre of carbondioxide. In the highway cycle it only consumes 5.7 l/100 km and produces 151g/km of CO2. Forester 2.0D offers a 1600 kg braked towing capacity, 200 kg above normally aspirated petrol Foresters. All Forester 2.0Ds offer the same outstanding fi ve-star occupant safety rating as every Subaru. Two models are available: the Forester 2.0D and the 2.0D Premium. The 2.0D engine produces 108 Kilowatts of power at 3600 rpm and 350 Newtonmetres of torque between 1800-2400 rpm. Even at just 1600 rpm, the engine delivers 340 Nm of torque for incredible low-down pulling power. The fi rst service is at 12,500 kilometres/six months. [Mine Vehicles and Vehicle Seating] _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ The new generation Forester 2.0D line-up comprises: • Forester 2.0D – with six-speed manual transmission. • Forester 2.0D Premium – includes leather trim, electric sunroof, 17-inch alloy wheels, power driver’s seat, premium audio and HID headlights. Like its Forester stablemate, the super-effi cient All-Wheel Drive Outback 2.0D offers outstanding economy and low emissions, also meeting strict EURO 5 standards. When it launched in 2009, it was believed to be the world’s fi rst fl at boxer diesel engine for a passenger car, consuming just 6.4 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres in the combined cycle, while producing just 160 grams/kilometre of carbondioxide. Three models are available: the Outback 2.0D, the 2.0D Premium and 2.0D Premium with satellite navigation (SatNav). The Outback’s version of the diesel engine produces 110 Kilowatts of power at 3600 rpm and 350 Newtonmetres of torque between 1800-2400 rpm. At just 1600 rpm, the engine delivers 300 Nm of torque. Outback 2.0D shares the same spacious new cabin, refi ned ride and multiple engineering changes as petrol versions. Widely respected for its Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive ability, Outback now has the extra ingredient of a turbocharged diesel engine plus the greater leg and shoulder room of the current generation model, while adding even more comfort and features to its formidable reputation. Australia’s original crossover wagon maintains its super-safe status with features including a driver’s knee SRS airbag and a cradle that helps cocoon the engine from the reinforced passenger cabin in heavy frontal crashes. The new generation Outback 2.0D line-up comprises: Outback 2.0D – with six-speed manual transmission Outback 2.0D Premium – includes leather trim, electric sunroof and rear air vents Outback 2.0D Premium with SatNav –includes DVD, reversing camera and Bluetooth compatibility.