Production
- Domestic production slightly decreased year-on-year, as production of Impreza, Subaru XV, and Levorg models declined, offsetting increased production of the Forester led by the launch of its fully-redesigned version.
- Overseas production increased year-on-year boosted by production of the Ascent that started in May 2018.
Sales in Japan
- Passenger vehicle sales decreased year-on-year, as last year’s momentum boosted by the fully-redesigned Impreza and SUBARU XV and the upgraded Levorg and WRX declined, offsetting strong sales of the all-new Forester.
- Mini vehicle sales increased year-on-year, led by increased sales of the Sambar and the Chiffon.
Exports
Exports from Japan increased year-on-year, boosted by increased shipments of the all-new Forester to North America.
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SOURCE: Subaru