Exhibition Outline of the 40th Tokyo Motor Show 2007

Tokyo, October 9, 2007 – Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, today announced the major features of its vehicles and technologies, which will be exhibited at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show 2007. Taking “Fantastic moments” as its theme, FHI will showcase Subaru’s efforts to integrate the Pleasure of Driving and Environmental Responsibility.

FHI will present a World Debut to its performance flagship, the Impreza WRX STI and also present the Touring 7-seater “EXIGA Concept”, which combines a liberating roomy interior space with exhilarating driving performance, and the future electric vehicle “G4e Concept” fitted with next-generation lithium-ion batteries. In addition, FHI will unveil the Impreza BEAMS Edition developed in collaboration with BEAMS, famous fashion retailer. Besides showcasing these models, the company will call attention to its unique environmental solutions and advanced safety technologies.

Major exhibits of Subaru booth

◆EXIGA Concept (Concept car) 

The EXIGA Concept is a 7-seater touring wagon, which has achieved a roomy interior that can comfortably accommodate seven adult passengers and also offers exhilarating driving performance. FHI’s many years of technical expertise in packaging for touring wagons, an underslung Horizontally- Opposed engine with excellent balance and a Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system underpinned by the engine are combined in this concept car.

• Thanks to its ultra-large glass roof and theater layout with front-to-rear hip point distance, openness and comfort permeate the interior space, where passengers can enjoy a good view from any seat.
• Powerful yet smooth driving thanks to the 2.0-liter Horizontally-Opposed turbo engine mated with a 5-speed automatic transmission that makes precise control possible.
• The body coated in a vivid “candy red pearl” coloring expresses an uplifting feeling that makes the car’s presence felt.

◆G4e Concept (Concept car) 

The G4e Concept is a futuristic environment-friendly concept electric vehicle (EV).

• The traditional perception of electric vehicles’ being “heavy” and “cramped” is reversed by realizing packaging which accommodates five passengers, with batteries stored underneath the floor.
• An image of heading toward the future is expressed by the triangle-shaped body.
• Thanks to the adoption of high-performance next-generation lithium-ion batteries and lightened body weight, FHI expects this EV to be able to travel 200 kilometers per charge.

◆New Impreza WRX STI 
(Display model / Scheduled for market launch in Japan on October 24)

The new Impreza WRX STI pursues “total driving control,” i.e., the essence of the driver’s car, that the preceding WRX STI models consistently aimed to attain. This is a pure AWD sport that delivers high-level driving performance while taking advantage of handling and ride capabilities of the new Impreza.

◆Impreza BEAMS Edition (Display model / Scheduled for market launch in Japan)

This is a model developed in collaboration with BEAMS, known for its individualistic boutiques. Featuring BEAMS’ essence in terms of coloring and equipment, FHI proposes a car that makes you feel happy.

◆Legacy Outback Urban selection (Display model / Scheduled for market launch in Japan)

This model is based on the concept: “The realization of a new way of looking at the grand touring world.” It comes with dedicated specifications, such as a lightening red body color, silver side mirrors and roof rails, or seats and trims that combine leather with Alcantara, giving rise to a sophisticated presence of its own.

◆Stella REVESTA (Display model / Scheduled for market launch in Japan)

This car is a stock model based on the customized car that took part in this spring’s Tokyo Auto Salon and other shows winning good reviews. Fitted with special parts, it features a unique exterior design that makes its presence felt and an interior filled with ingenuities that satisfy the playful mind.

◆Boxer turbo diesel engine (Technology exhibit)

This Horizontally-Opposed turbo diesel engine is scheduled to hit the European market in 2008. It is a power unit that excels in driving performance, economy and environmental friendliness.

◆Next Generation ADA (Active Driving Assist) (Technology exhibit)

With the aim of achieving a car that will cause no accidents, FHI came up with this next-generation active safety system featuring a sharply improved stereo camera, which is FHI’s original front recognizer, and image processing technology.

<A list of exhibits>

About Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd.

Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, is a leading manufacturer in Japan with a long history of technological innovations that dates back to its origin as an aircraft company. While the automotive business is a main business pillar, FHI’s Aerospace, Industrial Products and Eco Technologies divisions offer a diverse range of products from general-purpose engines, power generators, and sanitation trucks to small airplanes, crucial components for passenger aircrafts, and wind-powered electricity generating systems. Recognized internationally for its AWD (all-wheel drive) technology and Horizontally-Opposed engines in Subaru, FHI is also spearheading the development of environmentally friendly products and is committed to contributing to global environmental preservation.