XV handling really no joke, superb nice and stable, plus uncle driving is like F1 stick to the floor, so enjoy to view uncle "flow like water" in genting road😂
Thank you great video experience! I love your driving style. I am about your age and enjoy sporty driving too. I have a Subaru XV GT on order right now. Should arrange in Thailand next week, I’m super excited and your video was perfect to add to my anticipation 👍🏼👍🏼. Thanks and great job. Subscribed and liked 👍🏼 too
The thing that never gets mentioned in these reviews is just how neutral the handling is, with only the tiniest indication of understeer on a constant throttle. The Forester in comparison I found to understeer quite heavily. Go into a corner on a trailing throttle with the XV then power out and it really handles well. I bought a 2022 one. It's very impressive.
Totally enjoyed this drive, though i probably would have peed myself within the first 5-7 mins. I loved this review on the drive, getting a real world look at how it performs on the road, well done, cheers !
The show starts when uncle says "WOW! THAT IS INTERESTING" n ends when he signaled with "shhhh"...then then reviews continues...LOL Love that smiles as well....Good job!
The first time I drove my new XV in 2015 to Genting for a meeting. My colleague who drove his own car behind me told me later that he saw me disappeared after that turn in from Karak and he simply couldn't catch up when I waited for him at the hotel parking.... I still remember that part till this day. PS: I am still driving the same old XV and it really "tahan" until this days with a few minor problems only..
Thanks for the heart thingy. I really enjoyed watching the video because of the joy I saw, and the skill. Ended up here because I'm about to buy one of these, a 2021 XV.
I bought the first launched XV in 2013. One of the best handling and exciting cars I’ve ever owned. Subaru is the most mechanically centered Japanese auto builder around. Unfortunately, the sole distributor Motor Image is killing the brand. Poor after sales service, low technically knowledgeable staff and bad spare parts inventory are only some of the few frustrations in owning such a fine piece of machinery. I sadly gave it up after a few agonizing years dealing with the distributor. BTW, I also own a Forester in Australia and the dealerships here are poles apart when it comes to responsibility and quality of service.
So sorry you had a bad experience. Well, the good news is that it is now 9 years later, and things have improved. The ownership experience is much better now.
Hi Uncle, looks fun to drive and that awd should be a great advantage. You did a review of a mazda cx30 going through ulu yam. How do you compare CX30's ride and handling and cornering ( with it's GVC) to the XV?... and which would be your pick if you had to buy one?🤗
The CX30 awd is also an awesome vehicle, but will cost a bit more. Of course the trim level is also higher and if I could afford it I would go for the CX. If budget is my issue, I would look at the XV too.
You have named all the top contenders for an SUV in this class. Each has its good points, so just choose the one that you like the most. Some people ask their wives or girlfriends - that works too.😀
Uncle, I see ur driving is stable everything, corner, acceleration, brake.. but which model is recommended among 150k? Suba XV, Hond HR-V, Maz CX-5 or Toyo Cross? In term of Comfortable, Maintenance, Petrol efficiency, Second value..
Great Video uncle YS! Question though, 1. How’s the sound system of the car when playing music? Since it is important for us car commuters on daily basis. 2. How’s the fuel economy? Not referring to Subaru’s figures but rather the real world fuel consumption.
Sound system is moderate quite okay tp me. Fuel consumption depends on how you drive. You can expect around 10 or 11 liters per 100 km if you drive normally.
I can only sum up this car with one word: Stability. Exceptional driving nonetheless! I can also recall the last run you did while in the rain. I remembered you corrected the car during the ride downhill.
@@Cyberkayu levorg is awesome, but it doesn't have the ground clearance.. a turbo xv would be a spiritual forester turbo as with the compact sized performance cross over. new foresters have grown too big lately
Hey, would be great if you could do an updated drive with the Forester. You last tested it in 2019 with this same 2.0 engine. Would love to get your opinion on the 2.5 version. Thank you🙏
Both are good. The XV will give you excellent handling if you travel in wet conditions and have lots of winding roads, The Cross has more interior space and is probably more fuel efficient. You can buy either one fro our channel. Just whatsapp me at 0163350609
Mr YS, want to ask honest opinion. Between Subaru xv GT and Peugeot 3008 , which one when you drive to genting, give u more excitement during cornering , and straight line? Hope u can help me to choose
The XV is known for its Symmetrical AWD system, which as you can see in my video about the car, provides excellent traction and grip. In slippery conditions the XV would be very good. In dry conditions, the 3008 with its turbocharged engine will provide more fun in driving through the higher torque, and will probably be faster and jist as agile. Each has its own good points, and in terms of looks, the 3008 looks way prettier.
If you can do a Genting drive test for CX5 2.0 variant I would definitely appreciate it! I am stuck of the choice between this XV and CX-5 2.0 variant.
@@YSKhongDriving thanks for the fast response. I might miss some turns here but couldnt find a drive review from you for the Cx-5 2.0 variant a part from the 2.5L and Turbo. Anyways thanks ya
Hello Uncle Khong, I saw another youtube video on XV climbing Genting, its CVT got too hot and car was in limb mode. I also could not stop noticing the Check Engine Warning light its on all the time. Did the engine and gearbox survived after this spirited drive?
If pushed long enough, any cvt will heat up, and if that happens the system will go into semi-limp mode until it cools down again. Fir extreme use, it is advisable to fit a transmission cooler. Just remember this is a family suv.
it handles so well that i thought you're in a gti with semi slicks for a moment hahaha i think if it came with a 6 speed instead of a cvt then the pick up would've been slightly better and they'd have been able to produce more power. dont know why subaru prefers cvt over regular conventional auto
@@tishen0006 Not all CVTs are good. If talking about CVTs from Aisin, Akashi Kikai, new Xtronic CVT with D-Step Logic and Lineartronic CVT, it should be more reliable
@@tishen0006 due to the boxer engine nature, it's very hard for subaru to put in any at that is more than 4speed (same goes to dct), so cvt make much more sense
Please Uncle Khong am from Ghana and i am very excited to own a Subaru xv gt one day. Please where can i get it since the GT version isnt available in my country.
@@YSKhongDriving Thank you for your quick reply..you are fast both on the road and on youtube..Which brand do you prefer in terms of security? Nissan, Subaru?? I am looking for a suv vehicle for my family greetings from Turkey
I previously owned an XV and now drive a cx 5. uncle is right they are pretty much comparable in terms of handling. For a 2WD, the cx5 grips well on stock 17 inch 265 profile. May not be as good as xv but also can't compare since xv is AWD. the other thing is CX5 has excellent c its boot is abt 40% bigger than xv.
On paper the cx 5 looks slow at 10.8 sec but when it comes to acceleration the torque converter transfers power on demand very quickly. You might feel quite abit of 'surge' Cabin noise is superior to xv, much quieter, only thing that intrudes engine noise
Are you the Andy Yow I know? Both the vehicles are good. The Cross is a little more affordable than the Subaru, while the Subaru is very safe in the wet. Just select the one that appeals to you the most, and send a whatsapp to me at 0163350609.
Starting at 5:05 when the boxer engine starts pushing to it's limit to see how the acceleration vs. BMW Uncle YS : Pedal to the floor already ! hahaha ! 1st half of the mountain run looking at it , the steering quite responsive , can tell the braking starting from 12:15 , however not sure I look at it quite stiffy the steering when making a big turning radius at 17:24
Uncle Khong ,When I drove using Manual 7th gear, I realised that when I switch back to auto, the RPM went down further at same speed. Can you help to clarify with Subaru is this an overdrive or we can treat it as 8th gear. Was just curious Thank you
@@YSKhongDriving there is a perception that boxer engines are less fuel efficient, but those maybe the performance variants. For this mainstream FB20, a fuel economy test drive video would investigate it further👍
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No kidding, this video is one of the reason i bought this car. If only, subaru gave more than 156bhp this would be a really great machine.
XV handling really no joke, superb nice and stable, plus uncle driving is like F1 stick to the floor, so enjoy to view uncle "flow like water" in genting road😂
Flow like the water. Well put.👍🏿
Always a joy to watch uncle handle those corners,on the other hand it made me a better driver just by watching and learning.Thanks.
Wow the handling is so stable and under control 😍
I still drive my first gen XV and love it very much
I held my breath several times while watching this. My first time seeing your channel. Love it!
Very stable ... holy cow
140km/h - 160km/h still so stable.
Thank you great video experience! I love your driving style. I am about your age and enjoy sporty driving too. I have a Subaru XV GT on order right now. Should arrange in Thailand next week, I’m super excited and your video was perfect to add to my anticipation 👍🏼👍🏼. Thanks and great job. Subscribed and liked 👍🏼 too
Thank you Brad, for supporting our channel.
The thing that never gets mentioned in these reviews is just how neutral the handling is, with only the tiniest indication of understeer on a constant throttle. The Forester in comparison I found to understeer quite heavily. Go into a corner on a trailing throttle with the XV then power out and it really handles well. I bought a 2022 one. It's very impressive.
from my understanding. Subaru uses the best CVT gearbox in the market ... this is why their AWD and X MODE technology able to work together in a union
Totally enjoyed this drive, though i probably would have peed myself within the first 5-7 mins. I loved this review on the drive, getting a real world look at how it performs on the road, well done, cheers !
Thank you.
You realise it’s a fun car to drive, just look at the smile on his face.
Great video! We just test drove the 2024 Subaru crosstrek, this video is best✌️
Not many cars can make uncle YS smile
The show starts when uncle says "WOW! THAT IS INTERESTING" n ends when he signaled with "shhhh"...then then reviews continues...LOL
Love that smiles as well....Good job!
So enjoyable to watch champion driver took the cornering…although sometimes it scared me a bit🤭🤣
Just in his blood to race... cool driver!
The first time I drove my new XV in 2015 to Genting for a meeting. My colleague who drove his own car behind me told me later that he saw me disappeared after that turn in from Karak and he simply couldn't catch up when I waited for him at the hotel parking.... I still remember that part till this day. PS: I am still driving the same old XV and it really "tahan" until this days with a few minor problems only..
Hi. Can share what are few the minor problems? Gng to subaru showroom today. This might help me to make the decision.
Good car under the handling of expert driver, I always love your driving video, especially on Subaru XV!
U know its a great car when YS Khong is smiling :)
Dude seems to thoroughly enjoy the ride
Thanks for the heart thingy. I really enjoyed watching the video because of the joy I saw, and the skill. Ended up here because I'm about to buy one of these, a 2021 XV.
this is the best suv handling climb and down hill ever..
YS, watching u driving making me craze with my XV... Drive Hard!!...
Woww, Uncle your super driving skill plus amazing subaru XV just make my day
My neighbor just changed his hilux 2.8 into this car. I know it is different segment but he said more enjoyable ride
The car power balanced will with the car handling 💪
Good and calm driver. Enjoyed the drive with him..
Cool car + cool road + cool driver at cool Genting 😎
that challenged accepted mode was so cool!!!! nice driving there uncle ys!
BMW probably knows YS Khong was behind him after watching this video
The best car value for money
Tak tahan bila uncle gelak masa corner 😂😂😂
I bought the first launched XV in 2013. One of the best handling and exciting cars I’ve ever owned. Subaru is the most mechanically centered Japanese auto builder around. Unfortunately, the sole distributor Motor Image is killing the brand. Poor after sales service, low technically knowledgeable staff and bad spare parts inventory are only some of the few frustrations in owning such a fine piece of machinery. I sadly gave it up after a few agonizing years dealing with the distributor.
BTW, I also own a Forester in Australia and the dealerships here are poles apart when it comes to responsibility and quality of service.
So sorry you had a bad experience. Well, the good news is that it is now 9 years later, and things have improved. The ownership experience is much better now.
@@YSKhongDriving I am told it’s still ‘the same old sad story’ by some die hard Subie friends
@@vccc57 Any SC in Malaysia is half baked even for BMW and Mercedes. Peugeot is the 'champion' among all.
@@hendrickt3672 Toyota and Honda Malaysia have good customer reviews for most of their SCs
Depends on your luck. But at least Subaru aftersales service in here have improved
Had XV, will take it up Genting soon
Bestlah uncle..enjoy ur drive..subaru xv very stable
Hi Uncle, looks fun to drive and that awd should be a great advantage. You did a review of a mazda cx30 going through ulu yam. How do you compare CX30's ride and handling and cornering ( with it's GVC) to the XV?... and which would be your pick if you had to buy one?🤗
The CX30 awd is also an awesome vehicle, but will cost a bit more. Of course the trim level is also higher and if I could afford it I would go for the CX. If budget is my issue, I would look at the XV too.
@@YSKhongDriving 👍🙏Thank you uncle. Helpful as ever
If you want AWD in the Mazda it's 185k, may as well get the 2.5 CX5, or a Porsche...
Awesome drive 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Congratulations ❤ Subaru Best car Usage in oilfields development project
Yes, you are right
Hi Uncle, which car would you recommend: Subaru XV, Mazda CX5, Corolla C Cross, or Honda HR-V Turbo? I cannot decide.
You have named all the top contenders for an SUV in this class. Each has its good points, so just choose the one that you like the most. Some people ask their wives or girlfriends - that works too.😀
This is my dream car hopefully i can make my dreams come true🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
hi thanks again for review - you are good man.
Thank you for supporting us
gonna have this car soon.. very excited
Wow, superb handling this awd machine
Uncle, I see ur driving is stable everything, corner, acceleration, brake..
but which model is recommended among 150k? Suba XV, Hond HR-V, Maz CX-5 or Toyo Cross?
In term of Comfortable, Maintenance, Petrol efficiency, Second value..
Any one of these are great vehicles. Each has its own strengths, so look at what you really need, and get the one that best suits your needs.
Wow Uncle, I think this could be your most daring spirited drive up Genting.. saya tengok youtube pun suspen..
Hahaha, we have many other videos.
Great Video uncle YS!
Question though,
1. How’s the sound system of the car when playing music? Since it is important for us car commuters on daily basis.
2. How’s the fuel economy? Not referring to Subaru’s figures but rather the real world fuel consumption.
Sound system is moderate quite okay tp me. Fuel consumption depends on how you drive. You can expect around 10 or 11 liters per 100 km if you drive normally.
I can only sum up this car with one word: Stability.
Exceptional driving nonetheless!
I can also recall the last run you did while in the rain. I remembered you corrected the car during the ride downhill.
It only need more power . The first time I drove it , I am extremely impressed with it . I can't imagine how well the WRX will be
Perghh lajunya drive sambil borak
a turbo version of the xv will be awesome..very composed handling..
Levorg shall do the job
@@Cyberkayu levorg is awesome, but it doesn't have the ground clearance.. a turbo xv would be a spiritual forester turbo as with the compact sized performance cross over. new foresters have grown too big lately
Totally agree on forester.
The new forester is almost as big as fortuner
I love my '22 Crosstrek , but I went with the 6 spd manual...more fun!
Nice climb! Can this be a potential project car and add a turbo to this? Add more ponies to it?
Good drive Bro Thanks you
Hey, would be great if you could do an updated drive with the Forester. You last tested it in 2019 with this same 2.0 engine. Would love to get your opinion on the 2.5 version. Thank you🙏
We don't have the 2.5 lit version here.
@@YSKhongDriving oh no...how disappointing. Thank you anyway.😊😊
At 3:13 When the loud sound exhaust showup ~~ we know that it's time for uncle Ys drink mineral water.😗
YS, excellent drive. How do you compare between Corolla Cross and Subaru XV. I am going to pick one of this.
Both are good. The XV will give you excellent handling if you travel in wet conditions and have lots of winding roads, The Cross has more interior space and is probably more fuel efficient. You can buy either one fro our channel. Just whatsapp me at 0163350609
Mr YS, want to ask honest opinion.
Between Subaru xv GT and Peugeot 3008 , which one when you drive to genting, give u more excitement during cornering , and straight line?
Hope u can help me to choose
The XV is known for its Symmetrical AWD system, which as you can see in my video about the car, provides excellent traction and grip. In slippery conditions the XV would be very good.
In dry conditions, the 3008 with its turbocharged engine will provide more fun in driving through the higher torque, and will probably be faster and jist as agile.
Each has its own good points, and in terms of looks, the 3008 looks way prettier.
If you can do a Genting drive test for CX5 2.0 variant I would definitely appreciate it! I am stuck of the choice between this XV and CX-5 2.0 variant.
We have the video already on the channel.
@@YSKhongDriving thanks for the fast response. I might miss some turns here but couldnt find a drive review from you for the Cx-5 2.0 variant a part from the 2.5L and Turbo. Anyways thanks ya
Another problem with our three lane highway is that middle lane seems to be the slow lane.
whos with uncle at 5.40 tailgaiting bmw- that small laugh when he take over..wah---- okay shows over! haha i bet uncle love driving sport car
Hahaha.
Uncle YS, kindly review Forester XT too !
Hello Uncle Khong, I saw another youtube video on XV climbing Genting, its CVT got too hot and car was in limb mode. I also could not stop noticing the Check Engine Warning light its on all the time. Did the engine and gearbox survived after this spirited drive?
Yes it did, no problem. The cvt did get a bit hot near the end, but it was okay when we slowed down.
Really looks like INITIAL D & TOKYO DRIFT movie......good job uncle...😁😁👍👍
#nazzabdullahwhere areyou...
Yes, Nazz, we are supposed to go up together.
Besides Audi ❤ Subaru our second car Usage ❤in heavy duty car outstations ❤❤❤❤❤
YS, if compare this XV with Forester, which model is better in handling?
The XV is a little lower, so will be a bit better, marginally
@@YSKhongDriving , Thks for the valuable advice
Hi Uncle, honest opinion from you, subaru xv vs corolla cross, which one better?
Subaru better handling, Cross more space, Subaru costs a but more.
@@YSKhongDriving Thanks a lot uncle, in term of handling & driving experience, I guess Subaru overwhelm Cross on this, thanks again Uncle! 😁
How is the engine oil temperature during Hill climb? Does the CVT shows overheating when pushing the car to limits?
If pushed long enough, any cvt will heat up, and if that happens the system will go into semi-limp mode until it cools down again.
Fir extreme use, it is advisable to fit a transmission cooler. Just remember this is a family suv.
Awesome driving uncle.. use the racing lane n watch you on tv, i feel like seat at the passenger seat..😬
Next car to drive up: Impreza!
Still dont fancy that cvt loud whining sound. But because of low gravity of the boxer engine the car is stable
Then go buy one with an auto box.
@@YSKhongDriving Yup. I dont own any car with CVT anymore 😄 but if someone like this car so nothing can he do just embrace the whining sound
Uncle, among all CVT car (
Possibly it is the Civic 1.5 TCP
it handles so well that i thought you're in a gti with semi slicks for a moment hahaha i think if it came with a 6 speed instead of a cvt then the pick up would've been slightly better and they'd have been able to produce more power. dont know why subaru prefers cvt over regular conventional auto
Saves fuel and this is one of the better CVTs.
@@YSKhongDriving pretty sure DCT or conventional auto could get similar fc though... just not a fan of that cvt sound hahaha love the car though
@@tishen0006 Not all CVTs are good. If talking about CVTs from Aisin, Akashi Kikai, new Xtronic CVT with D-Step Logic and Lineartronic CVT, it should be more reliable
@@YSKhongDriving which CVT you think is the more responsive one? Honda 's or Subaru?
@@tishen0006 due to the boxer engine nature, it's very hard for subaru to put in any at that is more than 4speed (same goes to dct), so cvt make much more sense
Please Uncle Khong am from Ghana and i am very excited to own a Subaru xv gt one day. Please where can i get it since the GT version isnt available in my country.
It's a dress up kit. You can buy from here and send it back.
How was the handling compared with peugeot 3008 2022? which one is better?
With AWD tje Subaru is extremely agine in the wet
@@YSKhongDriving thanks!
Uncle, is there any news whether Motor Image is going to bring Crosstrek to Malaysia sooner or later?
No news at the moment
Subaru XV 1.6 cvt
Nissan Qashqai 1.3dct
which one do you think i should choose.thank you
We don't have these 2 models here, so we have not tested them.
@@YSKhongDriving Thank you for your quick reply..you are fast both on the road and on youtube..Which brand do you prefer in terms of security? Nissan, Subaru??
I am looking for a suv vehicle for my family
greetings from Turkey
How i wish they had fitted in more horse power and torque... Drive a Passat B7 now and might regret if i move to this... 😉
You need a turbo now.
@@YSKhongDriving yes i do.. 😂
Nice drive Uncle YS. what is ur opinion on handling and comfort for XV vs CX5 2.0 High spec.
The two are very close, with perhaps the CX5 at a higher level of trim, and a little bit more power. The CX also has a 6 speed auto.
@@YSKhongDriving following your lead. Thanks
I previously owned an XV and now drive a cx 5. uncle is right they are pretty much comparable in terms of handling. For a 2WD, the cx5 grips well on stock 17 inch 265 profile. May not be as good as xv but also can't compare since xv is AWD.
the other thing is CX5 has excellent c its boot is abt 40% bigger than xv.
On paper the cx 5 looks slow at 10.8 sec but when it comes to acceleration the torque converter transfers power on demand very quickly. You might feel quite abit of 'surge'
Cabin noise is superior to xv, much quieter, only thing that intrudes engine noise
i want this car 😅
Did you just down shift to get faster and it will shift up automatically. It is you mean sir?
Yes.
Uncle YS still got that young blood haha Nice one Uncle YS!
Thank you.
How's the service and maintenance like? Thanks.
No problem.
U know you are driving subaru when you potong all the car in the sharp corner😅
uncle being 'naughty' to the BMW lol
Hahaha, test power mah!
Uncle...
Should i pick this over the Corolla Cross?
Are you the Andy Yow I know? Both the vehicles are good. The Cross is a little more affordable than the Subaru, while the Subaru is very safe in the wet. Just select the one that appeals to you the most, and send a whatsapp to me at 0163350609.
better driving than cx30 ?
A bit different
Is it just me or i dont see uncle's body roll too much when cornering? damnn car looks real stable
Yes, car and driving technique.
Can you give us an idea on fuel consumption? Thanks..
We did not do any fuel consumption test on this one, but it is consistent with a vehicle of this capacity and weight.
9lt for 100 km
Nice drive uncle!
Starting at 5:05 when the boxer engine starts pushing to it's limit to see how the acceleration vs. BMW
Uncle YS : Pedal to the floor already ! hahaha !
1st half of the mountain run looking at it , the steering quite responsive , can tell the braking starting from 12:15 , however not sure I look at it quite stiffy the steering when making a big turning radius at 17:24
Uncle Khong ,When I drove using Manual 7th gear, I realised that when I switch back to auto, the RPM went down further at same speed.
Can you help to clarify with Subaru is this an overdrive or we can treat it as 8th gear.
Was just curious
Thank you
When you were in D, you might be in any gear from 1 to 7. When in manual, the ratios are locked, so the rpm would be according to the set ratio.
In terms of fuel consumption!!! Is bad!?
If you drive normal it is actually quite good. Maybe I should do a test ya?
@@YSKhongDriving there is a perception that boxer engines are less fuel efficient, but those maybe the performance variants. For this mainstream FB20, a fuel economy test drive video would investigate it further👍
My family have one. Fuel consumption around 19km/l city drive
12-15km/l avg on sarawak B road... adequate power for daily drive.. as uncle khong said, extra 50bhp would be very good.
Does the torque vectoring still works even TCS turned off?
Not too sure, but it seems to handle very well.
is there facelift or upgrade for 2024?
Not too sure
Do you have data about gear temp. during uphill? Thanks.
No data. For ordinary drive it will pose no problems. There is no temp gauge for transmission.
Was that a Honda Eg?😅
age is just a number when you drive a sports car, that beamer tried hard then gave up 😅
uncle curious to know, why turned off traction control in second part of climbing ya?
Traction control can retard the engine power in a corner, so we switch it off.
@@YSKhongDriving noted, but if we switched off, don’t we lose the grip for tight corner?
@@90KIDZ depend on who is driving mate ,hahaha
Uncle, what is your personal choice between XV and Corolla cross?
Both have their good points. Difficult choice.
When uncle stop talking you know what happen next 🤩
Hahaha, distracted.
I was told a 1.8 turbo could be a option for the xv.
Not from the distributor, I am sure.