Subaru of America Inc. has announced that its all-new crossover utility vehicle, the B9X, will make its world premiere at the North American International Auto Show, in Detroit from 9th January through 23rd January, 2005.

The B9X is the first-ever Subaru crossover utility vehicle with seven-passenger seating and will be the largest model in the Subaru lineup.

It combines sporty, dynamic and present design, with the Subaru symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system.

The new vehicle features outstanding driving performance and comfort, while delivering fun-to-drive handling and maneuverability on rough terrain.

Developed as a strategic Subaru model for the U.S. market, the Subaru B9X will be built at the Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) plant in Lafayette, Indiana, and will be introduced in the U.S. as the 2006 Subaru B9X.

It is also scheduled to be marketed in Canada and Chile.