First Subaru, probably won't be my last

Levorgja

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MY18 Subaru Levorg FA20 JDM
Bought my Levorg a little over a year ago, 2018 JDM 2.0 GT-S. I'm surprised that even after a year it still puts a smile on my face so I don't think I'll get bored of it any time soon. Haven't done anything major to it yet but I do have some ideas in store. 1000142019.jpg
 

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Levorg STi FA20
Bought my Levorg a little over a year ago, 2018 JDM 2.0 GT-S. I'm surprised that even after a year it still puts a smile on my face so I don't think I'll get bored of it any time soon. Haven't done anything major to it yet but I do have some ideas in store. View attachment 2804
What is your take on the Levorg after a year of ownership pros, cons and how often you service?
 

Levorgja

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MY18 Subaru Levorg FA20 JDM
What is your take on the Levorg after a year of ownership pros, cons and how often you service?
I service it every 5k kms or 4 months, whichever comes first

pros: handles well, the steering is really responsive, the CVT feels closer to an auto than a CVT, no annoying CVT drone, the practicality is pretty decent and the eyesight isn't intrusive plus you can always turn off the safety systems you don't want on

Cons: the suspension bottoms out really easily, I'm yet to apply the common solution which is replace them with the WRX suspension, the sound system isn't great, and it isn't really a con to me just a minor inconvenience but it doesn't have good sound insulation either. Also the turbo lag is very noticeable when driving it in I mode.
 

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Levorg STi FA20
Thanks this really helps, looking to get one base on the space and power.

I had a honda civic sport I heard that the levorg has more hp
 

Levorgja

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MY18 Subaru Levorg FA20 JDM
Thanks this really helps, looking to get one base on the space and power.

I had a honda civic sport I heard that the levorg has more hp
Yeah both engines have more hp but from what I've heard the 1.6 doesn't carry the weight that well. So I'd go for the FA20 if you want to stick to having a sporty drive, just be aware that it should use the highest octane fuel. The smiles per gallon is worth it though
 
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