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Car's names | Origin and Meaning |
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ALCYONE |
ALCYONE is derived from "Alcyone", which is the name of the star that shines exceptionally in Taurus in the "Pleiades star cluster (Japanese name: Subaru star cluster)". The largest star of the six stars of SUBARU logo is Alcyone, which indicates that this car is the Subaru flagship. |
ALCYONE SVX |
ALCYONE is derived from "Alcyone", which is the name of the star that shines exceptionally in Taurus in the "Pleiades star cluster (Japanese name: Subaru star cluster)". The largest star of the six stars of SUBARU logo is Alcyone, which indicates that this car is the Subaru flagship. |
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BIGHORN |
BIGHORN is derived from "Bighorn", which lives in the Rocky Mountains and runs around rocky areas. Except for the emblem of this car is SUBARU, the specifications of this car are exactly the same as ISUZU BIGHORN. SUBARU did not focus on the sale of this car, as can be seen from the fact that the name of SUBARU version was not changed. |
BRZ |
"B" of BRZ means Boxer Engine, "R" means Rear wheel drive, and "Z" means Ultimate (Zenith). |
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CHIFFON |
CHIFFON is derived from the English word "chiffon", which means like "soft thin silk or nylon material". CHIFFON was originally used as the sub name of the special model "BISTRO" of the light car VIVIO. This name was revived by upgrading from the sub name to the car model name. |
CHIFFON TRY |
CHIFFON is derived from the English word "chiffon", which means like "soft thin silk or nylon material". |
CROSSTREK |
CROSSTREK is a coined name of CROSSOVER and TREKKING. This name is derived from being able to trek lightly, and freely crossing over cities and suburbs. |
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DEX |
DEX is derived from the English word "dexterity", which means like "skill and speed in doing something, adroitness in using something". DEX expresses the speedy and smart impression of this car. |
DIAS WAGON |
DIAS is derived from the Spanish word "días", which means like "days, every day". WAGON is derived from "a large four-wheeled horse carriage". |
DOMINGO |
DOMINGO is derived from the Spanish word "domingo", which means "Sunday". DOMINGO comes with a wish of "if you drive this car, you will always feel like Sunday". Libero is also the name of export model of DOMINGO. Libero is derived from the Italian word "libero", which means like "free, freedom". |
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EXIGA |
EXIGA is derived from the English words "exciting" and "active". |
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FORESTER |
FORESTER is derived from the English word "forester", which means like "someone who works in a forest taking care, someone trained in forestry". Originally the name of this car was supposed to be "STRIGA", but one of STRIGA's origin "Strega" has the meaning of "witch" in Spanish. Finally, the name of this car was changed to "FORESTER" because of the negative image of witches and the recall of the history of witch hunting in Europe. |
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IMPREZA |
IMPREZA is derived from the English word "impresa", which means like "crest, maxim". IMPREZA was also named with the meaning of "the car with an added impression of youth, lightness and sportiness", and "giving a fresh impression to a new era". |
IMPREZA ANESIS |
IMPREZA is derived from the English word "impresa", which means like "crest, maxim". IMPREZA was also named with the meaning of "the car with an added impression of youth, lightness and sportiness", and "giving a fresh impression to a new era". |
IMPREZA G4 |
IMPREZA is derived from the English word "impresa", which means like "crest, maxim". IMPREZA was also named with the meaning of "the car with an added impression of youth, lightness and sportiness", and "giving a fresh impression to a new era". |
IMPREZA RETNA |
IMPREZA is derived from the English word "impresa", which means like "crest, maxim". IMPREZA was also named with the meaning of "the car with an added impression of youth, lightness and sportiness", and "giving a fresh impression to a new era". |
IMPREZA WRX |
IMPREZA is derived from the English word "impresa", which means like "crest, maxim". IMPREZA was also named with the meaning of "the car with an added impression of youth, lightness and sportiness", and "giving a fresh impression to a new era". |
IMPREZA WRX STi |
IMPREZA is derived from the English word "impresa", which means like "crest, maxim". IMPREZA was also named with the meaning of "the car with an added impression of youth, lightness and sportiness", and "giving a fresh impression to a new era". |
IMPREZA XV |
IMPREZA is derived from the English word "impresa", which means like "crest, maxim". IMPREZA was also named with the meaning of "the car with an added impression of youth, lightness and sportiness", and "giving a fresh impression to a new era". |
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JUSTY |
JUSTY is a coined word that emphasizes the English word "JUST". |
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LEGACY |
LEGACY is derived from the English word "legacy", which means like "something that happens or exists as a result of things that happened at an earlier time, property that can receive from someone after die". Only in Australia, the sales name is "LIBERTY" because the word "LEGACY" is reminiscent of "war". |
LEGACY B4 |
LEGACY is derived from the English word "legacy", which means like "something that happens or exists as a result of things that happened at an earlier time, property that can receive from someone after die". Only in Australia, the sales name is "LIBERTY" because the word "LEGACY" is reminiscent of "war". |
LEGACY Blitzen |
LEGACY is derived from the English word "legacy", which means like "something that happens or exists as a result of things that happened at an earlier time, property that can receive from someone after die". Only in Australia, the sales name is "LIBERTY" because the word "LEGACY" is reminiscent of "war". |
LEGACY OUTBACK |
LEGACY is derived from the English word "legacy", which means like "something that happens or exists as a result of things that happened at an earlier time, property that can receive from someone after die". Only in Australia, the sales name is "LIBERTY" because the word "LEGACY" is reminiscent of "war". |
LEGACY Lancaster |
LEGACY is derived from the English word "legacy", which means like "something that happens or exists as a result of things that happened at an earlier time, property that can receive from someone after die". Only in Australia, the sales name is "LIBERTY" because the word "LEGACY" is reminiscent of "war". |
LEONE |
LEONE is derived from the Italian word "leone", which means "lion". LEONE also expresses the hero and brave man. |
LEVORG |
LEVORG is a coined name made from "LEgacy", "reVOlution", and "touRinG". LEVORG also comes with a wish of "to open a new era of touring cars by pioneering the next generation while inheriting the great legacy of SUBARU". |
LEVORG LAYBACK |
LEVORG is a coined name made from "LEgacy", "reVOlution", and "touRinG". LEVORG also comes with a wish of "to open a new era of touring cars by pioneering the next generation while inheriting the great legacy of SUBARU". |
LIBERTY |
LIBERTY is derived from the English word "liberty". Only in Australia, LIBERTY is used as the sales name of LEGACY because the word "LEGACY" is reminiscent of "war". |
LUCRA |
LUCRA is derived from the initials of the English words "Large", "Utility", "Comfort", "Relax", and "Active". LUCRA expresses "friendly, spacious and comfortable space, ease of use and sophisticated impression". |
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OUTBACK |
OUTBACK is derived from the vast, remote interior of Australia. |
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PLEO |
PLEO is derived from the Latin word "pleo", which means like "enrich, complete, fulfill". |
PLEO Nesta |
PLEO is derived from the Latin word "pleo", which means like "enrich, complete, fulfill". |
PLEO NiCOT |
PLEO is derived from the Latin word "pleo", which means like "enrich, complete, fulfill". |
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R1 |
"R" of R1 is the general term of SUBARU light car lineup. "R" was chosen because it has a rich impression and has a good feeling. The simple, good sounding and symbolic name of R1 expresses the new values that differs from conventional light cars. "1" and "2" express the difference in concept and body size of R1 and R2. |
R2 |
"R" of R2 is the general term of SUBARU light car lineup. "R" was chosen because "R" has a rich impression and has a good feeling. The simple, good sounding and symbolic name of R2 expresses the new values that differs from conventional light cars. "2" is derived from 360cc light car "R-2" produced in 1969-1973. By using the name of R-2 again, R2 expresses SUBARU's passion for the automobile manufacturing. |
REX |
REX is derived from the latin word "rex", which means "king". |
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SAMBAR |
SAMBAR is derived from the English word "sambar", which is a large deer native to the Indian subcontinent. |
SAMBAR Dias |
SAMBAR is derived from the English word "sambar", which is a large deer native to the Indian subcontinent. |
SAMBAR try |
SAMBAR is derived from the English word "sambar", which is a large deer native to the Indian subcontinent. |
SOLTERRA |
SOLTERRA is a combination of the Latin words "SOL" which means "sun", and "TERRA" which means "earth". |
STELLA |
STELLA is derived from the Italian word "stella", which means "star". STELLA comes with a wish of "this car become a shining existence for all drivers". |
STELLA REVESTA |
STELLA is derived from the Italian word "stella", which means "star". STELLA comes with a wish of "this car become a shining existence for all drivers". |
SUBARU 360 |
"360" of SUBARU 360 means EK31 engine displacement(356cc). The name SUBARU 360 was proposed by Tetsuzo Sasaki, an external industrial designer. Therefore, The name SUBARU 360 was not invented within Fuji Heavy Industries. He thought that this car's name should be derived from the passenger car "SUBARU 1500", Fuji Heavy Industries first prototyped. The compact and cute design of SUBARU 360 is commonly known as "a ladybug" by the Japanese people. |
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TRAVIQ |
TRAVIQ is a coined name of the English words "travel" and "quick". |
TREZIA |
TREZIA is derived from the English word "treasure", which means like "accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels, etc.". |
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VIVIO |
VIVIO is derived from the English word "vivid", which means like "having the highest saturation", and a Roman numeral "VI VI O = 660". 660 means EN07 engine displacement(658cc). VIVIO also expresses the freshness, cuteness, and strength that fit the concept of the personal mini sedan. |
VIVIO BISTRO |
VIVIO is derived from the English word "vivid", which means like "having the highest saturation", and a Roman numeral "VI VI O = 660". 660 means EN07 engine displacement(658cc). VIVIO also expresses the freshness, cuteness, and strength that fit the concept of the personal mini sedan. |
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WRX |
WRX is a combination of "WR" of WRC and "RX" used as LEONE's sports grade name. |
WRX S4 |
WRX is a combination of "WR" of WRC and "RX" used as LEONE's sports grade name. |
WRX STI |
WRX is a combination of "WR" of WRC and "RX" used as LEONE's sports grade name. |
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XV |
XV stands for the English words "Crossover(=X-over) Vehicle". |
Note: If you want to see the photo of each car, please tap or click the car name. |
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