The 2015 Tokyo Motor Show will probably be dominated by the big Japanese names like Toyota, Honda and Nissan, but Subaru will also make a splash with two new concept cars providing a glimpse of the future.
Next month's show will see a world premiere of the Subaru VISIV concept; A rugged lifestyle SUV that, the firm says, "gives a glimpse at the future Subaru has for the brand". The exterior features familiar Subaru design cues but with a bolder approach than we've seen before, and almost certainly previews some of what we can expect from the next Subaru Forester.
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Highlights are the dramatic scissor doors and intricate mirror design, while a bespoke integrated bike rack is also on display. The cabin is a fresh approach that Subaru claims, "heightens peace of mind and the anticipation of driving". Autonomous driving tech also features, taking the firm's 'Eyesight' system to another level to allow automatic driving, parking and 360-degree crash avoidance.
This being a Subaru, the VISIV features symmetrical all-wheel drive, while an ultra-efficient direct-injection turbodiesel provides drive. A hybrid powertrain with a downsized turbo engine will also debut.
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Alongside the VISIV at Tokyo 2015 will be a concept version of the next-generation Impreza hatch. Although all we've seen so far are these design sketches, the next Impreza claims to feature a "dynamically sporty feel" and "solid performance functions", although we don't know whether the classic WRX and STI versions will make a comeback.
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