Subarus

Subarus are passenger cars and sport utility vehicles produced by Subaru, the automobile division of Subaru Corporation (formerly Fuji Heavy Industries) of Japan. The brand is known for its use of standard all‑wheel drive on many models, horizontally opposed “boxer” engines, and a focus on practicality and safety. Subaru’s model lineup includes the Impreza (compact), Legacy (mid-size sedan/wagon), Forester (compact SUV), Outback (crossover wagon based on the Legacy), Crosstrek (subcompact crossover), and the larger Ascent (three‑row SUV) sold in North America. Performance variants such as the WRX and WRX STI are derived from the Impreza, while the BRZ is a sports coupe developed with Toyota. In some markets, other models such as the Levorg appear.

Subarus are produced in several plants worldwide, including Subaru of Indiana Automotive in Lafayette, Indiana, which builds models for North America, as well as facilities in Japan, China, and elsewhere. The brand has a notable rally heritage, with success in the World Rally Championship contributing to its reputation for capable handling and all‑weather performance.

The Subaru emblem features a cluster of stars representing the Pleiades, and the name Subaru itself means the Pleiades in Japanese. The corporate entity was reorganized as Subaru Corporation in 2017, while the vehicle brand continues to be marketed simply as Subaru. Overall, Subarus are characterized by all‑wheel drive capability, boxer engines, and a focus on safety and practicality.