{{Infobox automobile , name = Subaru VIZIV , image = Subaru VIZIV Concept Car IAA 2013.JPG , caption = VIZIV at IAA (Frankfurt) 2013 , manufacturer =

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, layout = TTR Hybrid -

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+ electrically driven rear wheels , body_style = 3-door

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, related = VIZIV Evolution , predecessor = Hybrid Tourer , successor = VIZIV 2 , wheelbase = {{convert, 2640, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , length = {{convert, 4320, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , width = {{convert, 1900, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , height = {{convert, 1510, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , weight = , engine = 2.0-liter four-cylinder boxer turbocharged diesel , transmission = lineartronic CVT , motor = 2x permanent magnet synchronous , battery = lithium ion , drivetrain =

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The Subaru VIZIV is a series of hybrid concept sports

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designed and built by

, the first of which was unveiled at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The VIZIV series included several signature Subaru design features, such as the use of horizontally-opposed engines and

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, and built on prior Subaru hybrid concepts such as the B9SC, B5-TPH, and Hybrid Tourer by using a three-motor layout. Since 2016, the VIZIV concept cars have previewed styling for upcoming production automobiles, and the hybrid powertrain has been dropped in favor of a conventional gasoline engine and all-wheel-drive.

Design

The name "VIZIV" was derived from the phrase "Vision for Innovation" and was meant to illustrate the Subaru concept of "enjoyment and peace of mind." The VIZIV concept was also meant to suggest the brand's future styling direction, and the hexagonal grille was reused in November 2013 for the Legacy Concept revealed at the

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VIZIV (2013)

The VIZIV CONCEPT had its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2013.{{cite press release , url=https://www.media.subaru-global.com/en/news/1643 , title=Exhibition Outline of the 83rd Geneva International Motor Show , date=7 February 2013 , publisher=Subaru Corporation , accessdate=1 June 2017 The 2013 VIZIV features a hexagonal grille standing proud of the body (and echoed in the rear panel) intended to serve as a future Subaru design feature. The use of electric motors for the rear wheels eliminates the need for a mechanical power shaft from the front-mounted engine, allowing the interior floor to be lower and flatter.

VIZIV Evolution (2013)

{{Infobox automobile , name =Subaru VIZIV Evolution , image =Subaru Viziv Concept.jpg , caption =VIZIV Evolution at

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(2013) , manufacturer = , production = , model_years = , class = , layout = , body_style = , related = , predecessor =VIZIV , successor =VIZIV 2 , wheelbase = , length = , width = , height = , weight = , engine =1.6-liter H4 DIT , transmission = , electric motor = , battery = , tire = The VIZIV EVOLUTION debuted at the

in October 2013 with the same layout and external dimensions as the 2013 Geneva VIZIV, but with a smaller (1.6-litre) direct injection turbo (DIT). The

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was also introduced at Tokyo Motor Show 2013 with a 1.6L DIT (later designated the FB16 DIT), but it was not confirmed they used the same engine. {{clear

VIZIV 2 (2014)

{{Infobox automobile , name = Subaru VIZIV 2 , image = Subaru Viziv 2 (1).JPG , caption = VIZIV 2 at

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(2014) , manufacturer = , production = , model_years = 2014 , class = concept , layout = , body_style = 5-door

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(front)
Sliding doors (rear) One year later, the VIZIV 2 debuted at Geneva in March 2014, featuring the smaller 1.6-litre direct-injection turbo engine from the VIZIV EVOLUTION in a slightly larger body with four doors. The shape of the headlamps was intended to evoke the horizontally-opposed engine. {{clear

VIZIV Future Concept (2015)

{{Infobox automobile , name = Subaru VIZIV Future Concept , image = Subaru Viziv Future Concept.jpg , caption = VIZIV Future Concept at TMS (2015) , manufacturer = , production = , model_years = 2015 , class = , layout = , body_style = , related = , predecessor = VIZIV 2 , successor = VIZIV-7 , wheelbase = , length = , width = , height = , weight = , engine = 1.6-liter H4 FB16 DIT , transmission = , electric motor = , battery = , tire = , doors = Conventional doors (front)
Sliding doors (rear) The VIZIV Future Concept had its world premiere at the Tokyo Motor Show in October 2015. It dropped the independent rear motors in favor of a single rear motor. The Future Concept uses an evolution of the FB16 DIT 1.6-litre direct-injection turbo first introduced in the

for 2013. {{clear

VIZIV-7 (2016)

{{Infobox automobile , name =Subaru VIZIV-7 , image = , caption = , manufacturer = , production = , model_years =2016 , class = , layout =

, body_style = , related =

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, predecessor =VIZIV Future Concept , successor =VIZIV Performance Concept , wheelbase ={{convert, 2990, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , length ={{convert, 5200, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , width ={{convert, 2030, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , height ={{convert, 1860, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , weight = , engine = , transmission = , electric motor = , battery = A VIZIV-7 midsize SUV concept was revealed at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show, using styling cues but not the hybrid powertrain from prior VIZIV concepts. The VIZIV-7 is a three-row vehicle intended to show the size and styling of a future

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replacement for the North American market, to debut in 2018. An updated, smaller Subaru Ascent Concept was unveiled at the 2017 New York International Auto Show, where Subaru confirmed plans to sell the

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by 2018. {{clear

VIZIV Performance Concept (2017)

{{Infobox automobile , name =Subaru VIZIV Performance Concept
Subaru VIZIV Performance Concept STI , image =Osaka Motor Show 2017 (250) - Subaru VIZIV PERFORMANCE CONCEPT.jpg , caption =Performance Concept at Osaka (2017) , manufacturer = , production = , model_years =2017 , class = , layout =

, body_style =4-door sedan , related = Subaru WRX (2022) , predecessor =VIZIV-7 , successor =VIZIV Tourer Concept , wheelbase ={{convert, 2730, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , length ={{convert, 4630, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , width ={{convert, 1950, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , height ={{convert, 1430, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , weight = , engine = , transmission = , electric motor = , battery = , tire = The VIZIV Performance Concept was unveiled at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. Subaru did not release details of the concept car's powertrain, except to say it "embodies the Subaru powertrain, which is part of the brand's identity". This led automotive news writers to speculate the next-generation WRX could be based on the VIZIV Performance Concept. An updated VIZIV Performance STI Concept was shown at the

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in January 2018. Because Subaru did not release details about the car's powertrain, changes appear to be limited to the concept's exterior, which gains a rear

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and skirts along with carbon fiber accents. {{clear

VIZIV Tourer Concept (2018)

{{Infobox automobile , name =Subaru VIZIV Tourer Concept , image =Subaru Viziv Concept Tourer Genf 2018.jpg , caption =VIZIV Tourer Concept at Geneva (2018) , manufacturer = , production = , model_years =2018 , class = , layout =

, body_style =5-door hatch

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, related =

Facelift , predecessor =VIZIV Performance Concept, Performance Concept STI , successor =VIZIV Adrenaline , wheelbase ={{convert, 2730, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , length ={{convert, 4775, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , width ={{convert, 1930, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , height ={{convert, 1435, mm, in, 1, abbr=on , weight = , engine = , transmission = , electric motor = , battery = , tire = The VIZIV Tourer Concept was unveiled at the 88th Geneva International Motor Show on March 6, 2018. The VIZIV Tourer Concept is a five-door hatchback showcasing "Subaru's wealth of expertise in offering driver performance, practicality, and safety to deliver new value in a tourer form" and features Subaru's latest developments in automated driving technologies. Dimensions are comparable to the earlier Performance Concept, with seating capacity for four. The powertrain is mentioned briefly as "a boxer engine" with no indication whether hybrid technologies are used as in prior VIZIV concepts. Press coverage speculated the Tourer Concept could preview styling for a future WRX wagon/hatch or Levorg. {{clear

VIZIV Adrenaline Concept (2019)

{{Infobox automobile , name =Subaru VIZIV Adrenaline Concept , image =Subaru Viziv Adrenalin, GIMS 2019, Le Grand-Saconnex (GIMS0512).jpg , caption =VIZIV Adrenaline Concept at Geneva (2019) , manufacturer = , production = , model_years =2019 , class = , layout =

, body_style =5-door hatch , related = , predecessor =VIZIV Tourer , successor = , wheelbase = , length = , width = , height = , weight = , engine = , transmission = , electric motor = , battery = , tire = The VIZIV Adrenaline Concept was unveiled one year later at the 89th Geneva International Motor Show on March 5, 2019. Subaru touted the concept vehicle as an evolution of the original "Dynamic × Solid" design philosophy introduced with the first VIZIV; the new design concept was termed "BOLDER" and represents the first vehicle to represent Subaru's new "bolder expression". The Adrenaline Concept crossover featured rugged styling and a unique roof design. No details on the mechanical configuration were available. Press coverage speculated the Adrenaline Concept could preview a future

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production car under either the XV/Crosstrek or Evoltis name. {{clear

Technical

The 2013 VIZIV featured what Subaru called an "independent-rear-motor-driven symmetrical AWD" system, where a 2.0-litre diesel horizontally-opposed ("Boxer") engine drove the front wheels through the

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(CVT, which Subaru branded "Lineartronic") and provided power generation, and each rear wheel was powered by an independent electric motor. The front wheels could also be powered by a single electric motor.{{cite press release , url=https://www.media.subaru-global.com/en/news/1652 , title=World Premiere of the "SUBARU VIZIV CONCEPT" at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show , date=5 March 2013 , publisher=Subaru Corporation , accessdate=1 June 2017 At low speeds and in city traffic, the vehicle is moved solely by the three motors under electric power, taking advantage of low-speed electric motor torque to provide good acceleration with low fuel consumption. At highway speeds, the diesel engine and CVT are used. The use of two rear electric motors allows the car to allocate torque from front to rear and laterally (to the outside wheel) when the steering wheel is turned, enhancing the car's handling. The 2013 VIZIV is equipped with a driving assist system, which Subaru branded "EyeSight". EyeSight uses twin CCD cameras focused on a single point in front of the car to detect road conditions and objects in front of the car, enabling pedestrian detection, automatic brake engagement, and

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In popular media

A sports version of the 2014 VIZIV 2 concept, called the VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo, was designed for the videogame ''

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''. The car features a large

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and roof-integrated

, and was made available within the game in November 2014. According to the game's statistics, the VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo has a curb weight of {{convert, 1380, kg, lb, 0, abbr=on with a maximum output of {{convert, 591, hp, kW, abbr=on and {{convert, 593, ftlb, Nm, abbr=on.{{cite press release , url=http://www.gran-turismo.com/us/news/00_8427068.html , title=Introducing the SUBARU VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo , date=18 November 2014 , publisher=Sony of America , accessdate=1 June 2017

Gallery

File:Geneva MotorShow 2013 - Subaru Viziv Concept front view.jpg, VIZIV at IAA 2013 File:Subaru Viziv 2 rear (20859456238).jpg, VIZIV 2, rear view (2014) File:Subaru Viziv Future Concept.jpg, VIZIV Future Concept at Tokyo Motor Show (2015) File:Subaru Viziv Performance Concept.jpg, VIZIV Performance at Tokyo Motor Show (2017) GIMS 2019, Le Grand-Saconnex (GIMS1082).jpg, VIZIV Adrenaline at Geneva International Motor Show (2019)

References

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External links

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Subaru-Impreza.com (All VIZIV concept cars)

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Official Website
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