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By Hanleigh Daniels 10 September 2013

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Crossovers are currently popular with car buyers around the globe. We get behind the wheel of the Subaru XV to find out if it can compete with the likes of the Mitsubishi ASX.
PROS
More capable off road than any of its rivals; solid construction; and eye-catching design.
CONS
Really slow reactions by the CVT gearbox on the highway; does not delivers the class leading fuel usage we expected; and outdated elements used in the interior fascia.
VERDICT
The XV crossover sports solid construction, plenty of standard kit, and can outgun any of its opposition when you want to hop some curbs to park your car next to loftus.
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