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Generation 1

Subaru Layback Crossover / SUV

09.2023 - present · Japan

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Generation 1

VN5, VNF

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Subaru Layback: clearance and two powertrain branches

The Subaru Layback is a crossover version of the Levorg wagon, presented for Japan in autumn 2023. The 1.8-litre branch uses a horizontally opposed turbo engine rated at 177 hp, a Lineartronic CVT and all-wheel drive. Separate Premium S:HEV EX and Premium Black S:HEV EX grades use a 2.5-litre hybrid system with a 160-hp petrol engine; these figures must not be carried over to the 1.8-litre versions.

The 1.8 Limited EX and 1.8 Black Selection have 200 mm ground clearance and a 2,670 mm wheelbase. Premium S:HEV EX and Premium Black S:HEV EX from July 2026 have 180 mm clearance and a 2,675 mm wheelbase. All four grades have five seats and 225/55R18 tyres. Check the exact car’s equipment list for Harman/Kardon audio, surround-view cameras and EyeSight functions.

Generation specifications: 6 trim entries. Specification source ↗

Seats
5
Engine codes
CB18E, FB25
Engine displacement, cc
1795–2498
Drive layout
All-wheel drive (4WD)
Transmission
CVT
Wheelbase, mm
2670–2675
Ground clearance, mm
180–200
Fuel
Petrol Regular (AI-92, AI-95)

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6 versions

1.8 L, 177 hp, petrol, CVT, all-wheel drive (4WD)

CB18E · CVT · All-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
1.8 Limited EX 4WDTop grade 10.2023 - 05.2026
1.8 Black Selection 4WDTop grade 12.2024 - 05.2026
1.8 Limited EX 4WDBase grade 06.2026 - present
1.8 Black Selection 4WDTop grade 06.2026 - present

2.5 L, petrol, 160 hp, parallel hybrid, 120 hp, CVT, all-wheel drive (4WD)

FB25 · CVT · All-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
2.5 Premium S:HEV EX 4WDTop grade 07.2026 - present
2.5 Premium Black S:HEV EX 4WDBase grade 07.2026 - present

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