Subaru In Car Technology

The new Subaru Voice-Activated Navigation System pairs a 6.3-inch touchscreen interface with full voice control, adding in features like text message-to-speech and real-time traffic and weather. Impreza (including WRX and STi) and Forester come with Subaru's newest unit, while other models use an different nav system, so features will vary. Audio sourcing options include full iPod control with iTunes tagging, satellite and HD radio, and Bluetooth streaming audio, with premium audio systems also bringing a 4.3-inch touchscreen interface. Subaru doesn't lead the pack in infotainment connectivity, though outdoes the basic systems of some competitors.

Navigation

• Official Name: Subaru Voice-activated Navigation System
• Price Range:  $1,200-$3,700 (requires moonroof option on several models)
• Interface: Voice control, 6.3-inch touchscreen display
• Features: Integrated with key entertainment features: iTunes tagging, iPod control capability, SMS text messaging capability, XM Satellite Radio, HD Radio, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming.
• Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming, iPod control capability
• Number of Vehicles featuring the Navigation Package:
• Voice-activated Navigation System is now optional on 2012 Impreza including WRX and STi, 2012 Forester. All Subaru models in higher trim levels are available with navigation, though features vary by model.

Car Audio

• Interface: 2012 Legacy and Outback: New standard audio system in Premium trims on most models. New standard 4.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system standard on with 9 harman/kardon speakers including subwoofer.
• Speakers: Varies by audio system, model. 4-10 speakers
• Available inputs: 3.5-mm auxiliary, USB port
• Other features: Premium audio systems include Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming, Radio Data Broadcast System (RDBS), iPod control capability, USB port, 3.5mm aux. input jack

Car Video

• Screens: Navigation system screen, Rear-seat DVD entertainment center screen
• DVD/Blu-Ray Capability: DVDs play on nav screen and rear entertainment screen (Tribeca)
• Back Up Cameras: Standard with most navigation systems

Car Gaming

• Video game consoles supported: Major consoles.

Computers

• Mobile/Rolling hotspot:  N/A

Safety Technology

• Subaru Full-time Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive on all 2012 models provides added sure-footed handling and safety over part-time systems, especially in harsh weather.

BlueTooth Hands-Free

• Requires premium audio or navigation system options on most models.