Subaru Philippines is gearing up for the debut of its challenger in the seven-seater crossover SUV segment. Motor Image Pilipinas (MIP), the official distributor of Subaru vehicles in the county, has already released a teaser campaign for the 2021 Evoltis.
2021 Subaru Evoltis
The Subaru Evoltis is the same as the Ascent that’s sold in the United States. It’s marketed as the Evoltis in the Asian market since the name Ascent was trademarked by Subaru North America. But overall, both the Evoltis and the Ascent are the same cars.
Last year, Subaru PH said that the Evoltis bound for the local market will be built in the brand’s plant in Lafayette, Indiana. MIP deputy chairman and managing director Glenn Tan also shared last year that the 2021 Subaru Evoltis could be priced below Php 4 million.
The Evoltis will be the largest vehicle in Subaru PH’s model lineup
The 2021 Evoltis is set to be the largest vehicle in Subaru PH model lineup. It can seat up to seven individuals and could come with features like 19 cup and bottle holders, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the car brand’s EyeSight safety suite. The X-Mode feature could also be included in the local-spec 2021 Subaru Evoltis.
Under the hood, the 2021 Subaru Evoltis could come with a 2.4-liter turbocharged boxer engine that delivers 260 hp and 377 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to a Lineartronic continuously variable transmission (CVT).
The Evoltis is coming soon in PH market
Subaru PH has also launched a microsite for individuals who are interested in the 2021 Evoltis. The car brand is giving away a special limited-edition Evoltis watch for the first 50 registrants who will purchase the seven-seater crossover SUV.
In a report published by Carguide.ph, the 2021 Subaru Evoltis will be launched in the Philippines on April 12. The report added that the Evoltis could come with a sticker price of Php 3,480,000.
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Know more about Subaru Evoltis 2024
The 2024 Subaru Evoltis is a seven-seater crossover for the Philippine market. Its only locally available trim is Touring EyeSight CVT which is priced at Php 3,780,000.
Size-wise, the refreshed Evoltis is 4,998mm long, 1,930mm wide, and 1,819mm in height. It also has a ground clearance of 220mm and a wheelbase length of 2,890mm.
Under the hood of the 2023 Evoltis is a 2.4-liter turbocharged boxer engine that can produce up to 256 horsepower and 375 Nm of torque. It then uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT) paired with Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel-drive system.
Locally, the Subaru Evoltis competes against the Mazda CX-9, GAC GS8, Ford Explorer, etc.
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Subaru Evoltis Launch
The updated Subaru Evoltis was launched at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) with one variant (Touring Eyesight CVT) priced at Php 3,780,000.
Subaru Evoltis Exterior
As a facelift, the 2024 Evoltis gets a redesigned front end with a new grille design and a new bumper. It also sports LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, LED front fog lamps, a power-sliding sunroof, roof rails, rain-sensing wipers, and power-folding side mirrors.
Subaru Evoltis Interior
Step inside the Evoltis and you’ll be greeted with a well-arranged cabin for up to seven occupants.
Keep everyone inside this Subaru cool is a triple-zone automatic climate control system. It also comes with power adjustable front seats with ventilation, leather seats, soft-touch surfaces, a smart rearview mirror, and a power tailgate, among others.
Technology & Safety Features
Keeping everyone safe aboard the Evoltis are a number of standard safety features. These include ISOFIX child seat anchors, front airbags, side airbags, curtain airbags, knee airbags, anti-lock braking, active torque vectoring, an engine immobilizer, a vehicle dynamics control system, a driver facial recognition system, etc.
Further reinforcing onboard safety on this model is the Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist Technologies safety suite. Chief among these are adaptive cruise control, a monocular wide-angle camera, stereo cameras, pedestrian recognition, lane keep assist, pre-collision braking, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure system, etc.
Providing entertainment aboard the Evoltis is an 11.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This headunit is then paired to a 14-piece Harman Karon speaker system.
Platform & Chassis
The Subaru Evoltis is classed as a midsize crossover SUV. It assumes a front-engine, all-wheel-drive layout, and it uses a MacPherson suspension strut for the front and a double wishbone suspension for the rear. Braking for this model is then handled by discs for all four wheels.
The refreshed Evoltis uses the Subaru Global Platform which it shares with the Subaru Outback.
Engine & Drivetrain
Powering the Subaru Evoltis is a 2.4-liter turbocharged boxer engine paired with a CVT. It comes standard with Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel-drive system.
At maximum, the said powertrain can churn out 256 horsepower and 375 Nm of torque.
Subaru Evoltis 2024 Price
At P3.78 million, the Subaru Evoltis is one of the most expensive midsize crossovers in the Philippines even when compared to rivals such as the Mazda CX-9 2024 and Ford Explorer. Let's check out the Subaru Evoltis 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Subaru Evoltis Touring EyeSight 2.4 CVT | ₱3,780,000 |
Subaru Evoltis Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comes with the award-winning EyeSight Tech
- Good ride quality
- Engine performs well
- New design is more assertive and eye-catching
Cons
- Relatively expensive price tag
- Tight third row seats
₱ 3,780,000
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