Exhibition outlines of the 39th Tokyo Motor Show 2005

Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), a global manufacturer of transportation and aerospace-related products and the maker of Subaru automobiles, today announced the major features of its vehicles and technologies, which will be exhibited at the 39th Tokyo Motor Show 2005, which will open its doors to the public in Makuhari Messe, Chiba from October 19 to November 6.

With the key word “Think. Feel. Drive. - Creating new value through the crossover concept”, Subaru’s core message is to appeal a car that realizes pleasurable driving, very high safety and excellent environmental performance. In the booth, the concept car “B5-TPH” which equipped with original hybrid system “Turbo parallel hybrid (TPH)”, technology exhibit “IVX-II” next generation of intelligent vehicle which ensuring driving pleasure, comfort, and advanced safety, and new crossover vehicle “B9 TRIBECA” (US model) will be exhibited. By exhibiting these vehicles, Subaru will appeal the new areas of driving pleasure and new functions by integrating the different values.

A press briefing is scheduled for Wednesday, October 19 Thursday from 11:40 to 12:00 at the Subaru booth (East hall) where President Kyoji Takenaka presented.

Major exhibits of Subaru booth

* B5-TPH （concept car）

The B5-TPH concept car was designed around the concept theme of a car for long-weekend gataways get aways for couples. The vehicle develops the theme of crossover elements in a future car -a crossover between a gasoline engine and electric motor, and between a sport wagon and sport utility vehicle (SUV). Incorporating Subaru’s signature Symmetrical All Wheel Drive (AWD), the concept car provides an efficiency and comfort glimpse of a future sport specialty car that further enriches the efficiency and comfort.

Major features of the B5-TPH

* IVX-II (Technology exhibit)

“IVX-II (Intelligent vehicle X, X symbolizes the infinite) the next generation of intelligent vehicle which ensuring driving pleasure, comfort, and advanced safety. Enhancing pleasurable driving, while its integrated preventive safety functions help the car automatically avoid dangers and restores it to a safe driving position.

Major features of IVX-II

* B9 TRIBECA (Display model / US model)

The B9 Tribeca was developed on the concept of a progressive sports utility vehicle (SUV) that represents the next generation of crossover vehicles. The first-ever Subaru crossover utility vehicle with available seating for seven passengers, the B9 Tribeca features Horizontally-Opposed H6 boxer engine that delivers agile and stable control yet while ensuring superb maneuverability as a SUV. The vehicle reveals its roominess in flexible seating arrangements in three rows for seven passengers. Its sporty and dynamic exterior design contrasts with a sophisticated interior design that accentuates stylish comfort and safety.

* Blitzen 2006 Model: Touring Wagon

The Touring Wagon version was developed on the Legacy sedan Blitzen 2005 Model introduced in December 2004 and has since enjoyed accolades. Based upon Legacy Touring Wagon 2.0 GT spec. B., the vehicle features newly designed interior, front grille, rear bumper, and roof spoiler, and is fitted with 18-inch wheels.

* Legacy Outback / Forester “Edge” style (Display model)

The development of the vehicle centered on the concept of psychological restoration, and the Edge is a model that can play a significant role in altering one’s mind set. A true edge in design and technology is proposed in this new crossover vehicle. Exterior designs that are original to the Edge include its front grille, front bumper under guard, side sill garnish, roof rail, all of which partly use a high-luster finish and, as well as the new aluminum wheels.

* R1e (Display model)

Based on the 2-seater R1 mini car, the R1e has been developed as an electric vehicle (EV). Using the high performance lithium ion battery pack, the EV not only excels in power output but also boasts fast charging and easy maintenance, both considered problematic aspects of existing EVs.
[The R1e is available at “Clean energy vehicle test ride” outside the Motor Show premises, set up by the Motor Show organizer.]

* SUBARU IMPREZA WRC 2006 prototype

The prototype is based on the new Impreza, which was introduced in June 2005 in Japan. The SUBARU IMPREZA WRC 2006 model is scheduled to debut at the FIA WRC Rally Automobile Monte Carlo in 2006.
(FIA homologation application scheduled)

* SUBARU RALLY CHALLENGE

Based on its flight simulator technologies, the Aerospace Company of the Fuji Heavy Industries and Subaru have jointly developed a fully automatic driving simulator that is set in the Impreza rally car body. The new driving simulator has a 6-axis motion unit that can support 1 ton of weight on its base, and it allows visitors to choose rally routes and experience Subaru Impreza rally driving.

Major exhibits