The extremely likable Subaru XV has received a host of upgrades for its new 2016 modelyear in the British market. Going on sale across Blighty from next month starting at £21,995, the new XV features refreshed styling, improved cabin quality and enhanced refinement.

The UK-spec 2016 Subaru XV crossover improves on the upgrades made to the car last year in terms of suspension modifications and quicker steering rack by adding to the mix a nicer interior featuring new options and equipment.

The XV comes with a factory-fit 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment and navigation system as well as new metallic and piano black trim and contrast stitching. The display, which has swipe control feature, also incorporates controls for the climate control and a back-up camera plus iPhone integration.

The new Subaru XV also get an upgraded ‘face’ featuring updated ‘hawk-eye’ headlights and a redesigned front grille and bumper. A new boot spoiler and LED combination lamps plus black and silver diamond cut aluminium alloy wheels are among the other visual changes besides the two UK-exclusive paint jobs: Hyper Blue and Dark Blue Metallic.