About the Subaru XV
Last updated Jul 01, 2025The 2018 Subaru XV is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $26,740 for the Base variant and topping out at $36,230 for the S-edition.
There are 6 variants of the XV available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2017.
Engine options include 2.0L petrol direct injection (115kW/196Nm) and 2.0L multi-point injection (110kW/196Nm). All variants feature 6-speed manual transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The 2018 XV was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2018 Subaru XV Price
Base
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $27,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $26,740 |
Special Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $29,990 |
| 2.0L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $30,240 |
L
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $30,340 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $30,240 |
Premium
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $32,140 |
S
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $35,240 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $33,040 |
S-Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $36,230 |
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2018 Subaru XV Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2018 Subaru XV Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Subaru XV
The most fuel efficient Subaru XV is the Base with a 1-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 7L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
| Subaru XV | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Premium Unleaded | 7.0 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Premium Unleaded | 7.3 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Subaru XV?
You should service your XV at your authorised Subaru dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the XV's warranty.
2018 Subaru XV Warranty
What is the warranty on a Subaru XV?
The Subaru XV offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Subaru XV FAQs
The cheapest Subaru XV is the Base that starts from $26,740.
The most expensive Subaru XV is the S-Edition that starts from $36,230.
The best towing capacity of a Subaru XV is 1400 kg offered by the following variants: Base, Special Edition, L, Premium, S and S-Edition.
The largest Subaru XV is the Base which measures 1800mm wide, 4465mm in length and sits 1615mm tall.
The most powerful Subaru XV is the Base which has 115kW of power from its 2.0L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.
The Subaru XV is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Subaru XV is the Base which weighs 1890 kg (kerb weight).
The Subaru XV uses premium unleaded.