Subaru is expected to fully redesign the new Levorg, releasing it between the end of 2026 and 2027. The current Levorg model in Japan was released on November 26, 2020, and this will be the first full redesign in six years. This time, it will be equipped with the next-generation EyeSight system and the next-generation e-BOXER, which uses Toyota’s hybrid system, THS (TOYOTA Hybrid System). We will provide a thorough explanation of what kind of model it will be.
About the new Levorg full model change
- Expected to be released between the end of 2026 and 2027
- Adoption of next-generation platform “SUBARU GLOBAL PLATFORM (SGP)”
- Adopting the new design concept “BOLDER”
- Significantly improved quality of interior and exterior
- Equipped with a “Digital Cockpit 12.3-inch full LCD meter”
- Equipped with an 11.6-inch full HD large screen display
- Horizontally opposed engine and symmetrical AWD (4WD)
- Equipped with “next-generation e-BOXER” that uses Toyota’s hybrid system THS
- Equipped with the evolved EyeSight X
- Compatible with the connected service “SUBARU STARLINK”
New Levorg Full Model Change Exterior
- Adopting the new design concept “BOLDER”
- New design with increased strength and luxury
- Air outlets on the front and sides to reduce air resistance
- The grille area has been enlarged and integrated with the headlights
Levorg new and old body size comparison
- The current second-generation model has an overall larger body size
- Total length: +65mm
- Overall width: +15mm
- Overall height: +10mm
- Wheelbase: +20mm
- The new third-generation model is expected to be roughly the same size as the current model
About the new Levorg interior
- Adopts Subaru’s latest design
- Equipped with a large 11.6-inch full HD display
- Increased sound-absorbing material and improved welding technology improve quietness and comfort
- 39% reduction in noise attenuation from roof panels
New Levorg Fully Redesigned with Advanced Driver Assistance Technology
- Equipped with next-generation EyeSight with triple camera
- EyeSight X enables hands-off driving at all speeds
- The stereo camera has been changed to a wide-angle camera, improving resolution and angle of view.
- Millimeter-wave radar installed on both sides of the front of the vehicle
- The brake booster has been changed to an electric type to improve response.
- Xilinx FPGA processor
- Improve the level of autonomous driving based on the new medium-term management vision “STEP”
- Equipped with a system that includes hands-off assist in traffic jams, starting assist in traffic jams, active lane change assist, speed control before curves, and a system that responds to driver abnormalities.
- Equipped with high-precision 3D map data, updated four times a year
New Levorg full model change engine
- Equipped with next-generation e-BOXER that uses Toyota’s hybrid system “THS”
- Combines a horizontally opposed engine with symmetrical AWD (4WD)
New Levorg full model change price forecast
- The current model is priced between 3,630,000 and 5,027,000 yen.
- The new model is expected to see a price increase of 100,000 to 200,000 yen
- Estimated price range: 3.7 million to 5.2 million yen
About the new Levorg full model change
The new, fully redesigned Levorg will adopt the next-generation platform, SUBARU GLOBAL PLATFORM (SGP) , and the new design concept, BOLDER.
The quality of the interior and exterior has been significantly improved, and the car will be equipped with the same ” Digital Cockpit 12.3-inch full LCD meter ” and ” 11.6-inch full HD large screen display ” as the current model. Subaru will not only adopt a “horizontally opposed engine” and “Symmetrical AWD (4WD)”, but will also be equipped with the “next-generation e-BOXER” that uses Toyota’s hybrid system THS . Of course, it will also be compatible with the further evolved “EyeSight X” and the connected service “SUBARU STARLINK” .
- The new design concept “BOLDER” will be adopted, and the quality of the interior and exterior will be significantly improved.
- It uses the next-generation platform “SUBARU GLOBAL PLATFORM (SGP)” and “full inner frame structure.”
- Equipped with an “11.6-inch full HD large screen display” and ” digital cockpit 12.3-inch full LCD meter .”
- It is equipped with “EyeSight X” and is compatible with the connected service “SUBARU STARLINK.”
- It is equipped with the ” next-generation e-BOXER ” that uses Toyota’s hybrid system THS .
New Levorg Fully Redesigned Exterior
- The new design concept “BOLDER” will be adopted, and the quality of the interior and exterior will be significantly improved.
- It features a new exterior design that is more powerful and luxurious.
- Air outlets are installed on the front and sides to reduce air resistance .
The latest design features an expanded grille and a line that is integrated with the headlights, giving the car a cutting-edge yet more luxurious feel.
Levorg new and old body size comparison
| Specifications | First generation Levorg |
Second generation Levorg |
Old model size comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| full length | 4,690mm | 4,755mm | +65mm |
| Overall width | 1,780mm | 1,795mm | +15mm |
| Overall height | 1,490mm | 1,500mm | +10mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,670mm | +20mm |
The current second-generation model has grown in overall body size. The third-generation model, which will undergo a full model change, is expected to be roughly the same size as the current model. The reason for this is that the Levorg was created as a domestic-only model, and it is thought that it will not be made any larger.
About the new Levorg interior
- The interior design adopts Subaru’s latest design.
- Equipped with a large 11.6-inch full HD display.
- More sound-absorbing materials are used, reducing noise attenuation from the roof panel by 39%, making the interior quieter and more comfortable.
The interior is equipped with a navigation system equipped with a large 11.6-inch full HD display. It uses an HMI (Human Machine Interface) that can be operated easily like a smartphone, and is also compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Additionally, to improve interior quietness and comfort, the car uses more sound-absorbing materials, robust welding techniques and additional structural adhesives to reduce noise from the roof panels by 39%.
New Levorg Fully Redesigned with Advanced Driver Assist Technology and Further Evolved Next-Generation EyeSight X
- The safety system is the next-generation EyeSight with triple cameras, and EyeSight X, which allows hands-off driving at all speeds.
The stereo camera has been changed from Hitachi to a wide-angle camera made by Swedish company Vionia, which has a resolution of 2.3 megapixels, up from 1.2 megapixels, and a horizontal angle of view that is just under twice as wide.
Furthermore, in addition to the conventional rear side radar and rear ultrasonic sensors, millimeter wave radars have been installed on both sides of the front of the vehicle. The camera’s field of view has been expanded largely due to the camera cover being attached to the windshield, allowing the installation position to be moved forward. The brake booster has also been changed to an electric type, improving the response of EyeSight.
The processor used is Xilinx’s FPGA, Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC (multi-processor system-on-chip).
The next-generation EyeSight-equipped vehicles, including the Crosstrek, Impreza, Levorg, and Legacy Outback, all rank highly in NASVA’s overall rankings of vehicle safety performance, proving the high level of safety of these vehicles.
New Medium-Term Management Vision “STEP”
Subaru’s new mid-term management vision, “STEP,” which it has already announced, calls for Subaru’s autonomous driving to achieve automated parking (Level 4) on highways and other roads (Level 2 or above) by 2024.
Subaru’s New Mid-Term Management Vision “STEP”
Reference: Subaru’s new mid-term management vision “STEP”
The current model of EyeSight X allows hands-free driving at speeds up to approximately 50 km/h, but it is expected that the new model will expand hands-off driving to all speed ranges.
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EyeSight X
The new generation EyeSight has an add-on “Advanced Driving Assistance Function,” which utilizes a 3D high-precision map unit developed in collaboration with Mitsubishi Electric and high-precision GPS information from the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System “Michibiki.”
Hands-off assist in traffic jams
You can take your hands off the steering wheel when driving at speeds below approximately 50 km/h.
Start assist in traffic jams
When using ACC, the time it takes for the vehicle to automatically restart from a stopped position has been extended from the previous 3 seconds to approximately 10 minutes. This is due to the addition of a front radar and an expanded field of view of the stereo camera, which allows for more accurate detection of vehicles cutting in front of the vehicle.
Active Lane Change Assist
When driving at a speed between 70 and 120 km/h, steering assistance is provided when the turn signal lever is operated, assisting with lane changes.
Speed control before a curve
Controls the speed to an appropriate level for curves. Speed control before toll gates Controls the speed to an appropriate level for passing through ETC gates.
Driver emergency response system
If the system detects a driver abnormality, it will automatically activate the hazard warning lights and horn to alert those around, and slow down or stop the vehicle. This function only works when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is activated and the lane centering and leading vehicle steering functions are activated. These functions are primarily intended for use on expressways, toll roads, and other roads for motor vehicles only. Use on general roads is not recommended. If the system determines a sharp curve based on 3D high-precision map data, it will reverse the vehicle and stop, but will not pull over to the shoulder.
High-precision 3D map data
It is updated four times a year.
*Vehicles equipped with EyeSight X
New Levorg Fully Redesigned Engine
- Next-generation e-BOXER vehicle equipped with Toyota’s hybrid system “THS”
At its financial results briefing on May 12, 2022, Subaru announced plans to reorganize its domestic production system to expand and accelerate the development of electrified vehicles. As part of this plan, production of vehicles equipped with the next-generation e-BOXER, which uses Toyota Motor Corporation’s hybrid system “THS (TOYOTA Hybrid System),” is scheduled to begin in the mid-2020s.
The new Levorg will be equipped with Toyota’s hybrid system, the THS, and Subaru’s next-generation e-BOXER, which uses a horizontally opposed engine and symmetrical AWD (4WD) . This is really exciting.
New Levorg full model change price forecast
The current model is priced at 3,630,000 to 5,027,000 yen, but prices are increasing and are expected to be affected by the weak yen and improvements. We predict prices will rise by 100,000 to 200,000 yen, to around 3.7 million to 5.2 million yen.
Levorg 2024 Japanese model price and grade
| Model | engine | transmission |
Drive system |
Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Edition EX | 1.8L Horizontally Opposed 4-Cylinder DOHC Direct Injection Turbo “DIT” |
Lineartronic |
AWD | 3,630,000 yen |
| GT-H EX | 3,795,000 yen | |||
| STI Sport EX | 4,345,000 yen | |||
| STI Sport EX Black Interior Selection |
4,400,000 yen | |||
| STI Sport R EX Black Interior Selection |
2.4L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection |
Subaru Performance Transmission (CVT) |
5,082,000 yen | |
| STI Sport R EX | 5,027,000 yen |
The history of the Levorg
The Levorg is Subaru’s flagship model, replacing the Legacy, which has grown in size, and is available exclusively for the Japanese market. Compared to the fifth-generation Legacy Touring Wagon, both the overall length and wheelbase are 100mm shorter, and the overall height is 50mm lower. Only the overall width remains unchanged at 1,780mm. The body size is designed to be easy to handle in Japan’s traffic environment.
First generation VM type
The basic design is based on the fourth-generation Impreza, and by developing it simultaneously and sharing the same design with the VA-series WRX sports sedan, the company is aiming to use management resources efficiently. The body size was carefully considered to suit Japanese road conditions and maneuverability, with the overall length being 100mm shorter than the fifth-generation Legacy Touring Wagon, the overall height being 70mm lower, and the wheelbase being 100mm shorter. Equipped with EyeSight ver.3, the car has received high praise for its safety, including a perfect score in the JNCAP preventive safety performance assessment, earning it the highest rank of “Advanced Safety Vehicle Plus (ASV+).”
- Advance reservations were announced on December 27, 2013.
- Advance reservations will begin on January 4, 2014.
- The Levorg was announced on April 15, 2014. Sales began on June 20, 2014.
- A minor change, the B-type, was released on April 16, 2015, with some specification changes.
- A minor change to the Levorg, the C-type, was released on June 10, 2016.
- The long-awaited new Levorg STI Sport will be released by Subaru’s dedicated tuning manufacturer STI on July 21, 2016.
- Announced on Monday, July 3, 2017, the D-type went on sale on August 7. Advance orders began on June 5, 2017.
- On April 27, 2018, the improved model E was announced.
- Released on June 1, 2018. On November 27, 2018, the SUBARU 60th Anniversary Special Edition “1.6GT EyeSight V-SPORT” was released.
- Released on January 15, 2019. On May 7, 2019, the improved model and special edition vehicles “STI Sport Black Selection” and “1.6GT-S EyeSight Advantage Line” were announced.
- The special edition ” 2.0GT EyeSight V-SPORT ” was announced on November 7, 2019. It will be released on January 23, 2020.
Second generation VN5 type
The exterior of the new second-generation Levorg maintains the same concept. The power unit is the newly developed fourth-generation 1.8L horizontally opposed turbo engine CB18 type . It uses the next-generation platform SUBARU GLOBAL PLATFORM (SGP) . It fully adopts Subaru’s new design philosophy “DYNAMIC × SOLID,” adopts the new design concept “BOLDER” that boldly highlights the value of each vehicle, and significantly improves the quality of the interior and exterior.
The Levorg Prototype Model was unveiled for the first time in the world at the Tokyo Motor Show 2019 from 2:00 PM on October 23, 2019. The Levorg Prototype STI Sport was unveiled for the first time at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2020 , which began on January 10, 2020. Advance reservations began on August 20, 2020. The full model change was officially announced on October 15, 2020. It will be released on November 26, 2020.
- The B-type was released on November 25, 2021. It is equipped with a 2.4L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection turbo (FA24 type) and is a new addition to the lineup, adding a new high-performance model grade, the “STI Sport R. “
- The C-type will be released on November 24, 2022. It adds an automatic headlamp/interior light-off function when the headlamp/interior light is left on.
- January 13, 2023. The special edition Levorg STI Sport # (Sharp) will be released.
- The D-type will be officially announced on October 25, 2023, and released on November 24, 2023 .
- July 3, 2023: Special edition “Smart Edition” announced.
How many Levorgs are sold?
Sales volume in 2024
The number of units in the first half of 2024 appears to be the same as in 2023.
| year and month | Levorg |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | 3,380 units |
| February 2024 | 2,178 units |
| March 2024 | 3,373 units |
| April 2024 | 1,498 units |
| May 2024 | 1,507 units |
| June 2024 | 1,801 units |
| July 2024 | 1,866 units |
| August 2024 | 1,421 units |
| September 2024 | 2,117 units |
| October 2024 | 1,443 units |
| November 2024 | 1,317 units |
| December 2024 | 846 units |
| total | 22,747 units |
SUBARU Levorg registration numbers Source: Japan Automobile Dealers Association
Sales volume in 2025
| year and month | Sales volume |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | 943 units |
| February 2024 | 1,605 units |
Subaru Levorg registration numbers Source: Japan Automobile Dealers Association
Levorg delivery time?
Delivery time: about 2 months
- Levorg all grades approx. 2 months
As of March 2025, delivery times have improved significantly. If you would like to know more accurate delivery times, we recommend contacting a Subaru dealer directly.
When will the new Levorg undergo a full model change?
The first-generation Levorg went on sale on June 20, 2014. The current model, the Levorg, was released six and a half years later on November 26, 2020. Considering the full model change cycle of the previous model, it is expected that the fully redesigned model will be released after November 2026, a full six years later.
Should we wait for the new Levorg full model change?
As for whether we should wait for the Levorg’s full model change, I think we should. While a price increase is expected, the car will also be equipped with the latest features, and the interior and exterior will be improved, meaning it will be significantly better than the current model. Furthermore, the introduction of Toyota’s hybrid system will improve fuel economy, making it a more attractive and affordable model.
New Levorg Full Model Change Q&A
When will the new Subaru Levorg full model change go on sale?
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It is expected to be around 2026-2027.
Will the price of the new Subaru Levorg change due to its full model change?
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The inclusion of new technology may result in a higher price than the current model.
What safety features have been improved in the new Subaru Levorg with its full model change?
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Further improvements in safety performance are expected with the installation of the latest EyeSight and improved body rigidity.
Subaru’s new Levorg has undergone a full model change. What are the key points of comparison with competing models?
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Competitors include domestic and foreign station wagons such as the Toyota Corolla Touring. The new Levorg is expected to differentiate itself from its competitors by leveraging Subaru’s unique AWD technology and high safety performance.
A word from the editorial department
The full model change of the Levorg this time around is extremely well-equipped. Of particular note is the next-generation e-BOXER, which employs Toyota’s hybrid system, THS . This system, which combines a horizontally opposed engine with a motor, is truly a dream come true. By combining the reliable THS with the latest horizontally opposed engine, not only can fuel economy be improved, but powerful motor assistance can also be expected. Furthermore, the horizontally opposed engine, which reduces vertical shaking when starting the engine, also contributes to stability.
It is also noteworthy that the car will be equipped with the next-generation EyeSight system, which also boasts excellent safety features. This combination may give the Levorg a stronger product than its competitors. We are already looking forward to the arrival of the new Levorg.
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