2017 Subaru BRZ

The BRZ's revised styling makes the distinction painfully clear right off the bat. It now sports a squarer jawline, with a chin described by senior designer Yuki Kumono as aircraft-inspired. LED DRLs are embedded in the new headlamps, moved up from the space they once shared with fog lights.

The 2.0-liter boxer four makes five more horsepower and five more pound-feet of torque only on manual-transmission cars. That brings the totals to 205 hp and 156 lb.-ft. Subaru has focused on the overall driving feel, that elusive metric that can't be expressed on a spec sheet or through the frothing internet comments of armchair racers. Subaru's engineers, some of whom are trained as the company's expert test drivers, have toiled away at a host of improvements for the base Premium trim, the upper Limited grade, and a new Performance Package that's available on top of the latter.

Sliding into the 2017 car, the cabin immediately feels more upscale and welcoming than the Spartan pre-facelift model's. Most of the touchable surfaces, including the dash, door panels, and center console, come slathered in soft stitched materials instead of the old hard plastic.  The steering wheel gets an upgrade as well, with the old plain-Jane design giving way to one with grippier and suppler cross-stitched leather. That may not seem like a big difference, but after white-knuckling it around a fast circuit, your hands will thank you. A big change from the 2016 is that there are actual controls on the spokes – basic stereo functions on one side, and a way to flip through vehicle information on the other. The latter controls a 4.2-inch TFT screen that displays everything from outside temperature to power and torque curves, replacing the rather blank-looking analog fuel and engine temp gauges of old.

Come get more info at Huffines Subaru Denton 5150 South Interstate 35 E Denton, TX or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

2016 Subaru Forester XT

This compact crossover is unlike any of the competition as it is larger than your typical compact.  The practicality and performance is ahead of the curve.

Tall for a compact crossover, the Forester sports unusually large windows to provide driver and passengers a great vantage point. A long, fairly flat hood settled over a protruding front end dominated by large twin-projector headlamps and a blacked-out grille.  Big doors, a hatchback and fairly flat sides kept the emphasis on practical, with the Forester appearing ready and able to haul five lumberjacks to their forest.  But look closer. Smallish dual exhausts protrude discreetly from beneath the rear bumper, and the XT rolls on slightly larger 225/55 tires wrapped around nice-looking 18-inch alloy wheels.

The XT gets its motivation from an unusual “flat” four-cylinder engine that spins all four wheels coupled to a continuously variable transmission.  Mainstream Foresters feature a normally aspirated 2.5-liter horizontally opposed four – meaning its cylinders lie parallel to the street, with two on each side.  Most four-bangers stand upright, with all four cylinders in a straight line, an arrangement that is less effective for weight distribution than that of the Subaru.

In XT models, Subaru goes a step further, fitting it with a turbocharged 2-liter four similar to the growler in the WRX sedan.  Although Subaru limits the version in the XT to 250 horsepower, that is still a substantial 80 more than in regular models of the Forester.  The Forester goes 0 to 60 in a quick 6.3 seconds, according to Car and Driver.

Come see one for yourself at Huffines Subaru Denton 5150 South Interstate 35 E Denton, TX or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

2016 Subaru WRX

Subaru has announced the 2016 Subaru WRX has received the 2015 Top Safety Pick award and, when equipped with the optional Eyesight Driver Assist Technology, the 2015 Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The 2016 WRX achieved the highest possible rating of ‘Good’ in the Institute’s crashworthiness evaluations of front small overlap, front moderate overlap, side impact, roof crush and rear impact.  The vehicle also received a ‘Superior’ rating in the Institute’s front crash avoidance testing.  The rally-bred WRX is powered by a 268 hp 2.0-litre turbocharged boxer four-cylinder engine.

New features available on the 2016 WRX include Blind Spot Detection/ Rear Cross Traffic Alert System with Lane Change Assist, as well as Eyesight with Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-Collision Braking and Lane Departure Warning.  To win 2015 Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must have “Good” ratings in all four tests of high-speed front and side crash tests, a rollover test, and evaluations of seat/head restraints for protection against neck injuries in rear impacts.  In addition, “Good” or “Acceptable” performance in a small overlap front test introduced in 2012 is also required. The same level of performance in those tests, along with an “Advanced” or “Superior” rating for front crash prevention, is required for the higher accolade, 2015 Top Safety Pick.

Come check out all of the offerings at Huffines Subaru Denton 5150 South Interstate 35 E Denton, TX or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

Subaru WRX is Scorching

Subaru is on fire and the WRX has it burning even hotter.  This week at the Los Angeles Auto Show the 2014 Subaru WRX had its world premiere.

The rally-bred car did not disappoint.  It rides on an entirely new platform to make it stiffer and more agile and it has bigger brakes and a performance tuned suspension.  The new torque vectoring system reduces understeer for the all -wheel drive car.  This helps with the new 268 horsepower 2 liter turbo engine and the 6 speed manual transmission.

The car is much roomier with an extra inch on the wheelbase.  This gives the car a bolder overall look.  KBB Analyst Karl Brauer said “Subaru fans are possibly the most dedicated in the automotive world and WRX fans are the most dedicated within the group.  The latest version is a visual stunner with even more advanced performance technology.  The order line forms to the left.”

Subaru also marked the 25th anniversary of the Legacy with a stylish Legacy concept to show future design for the car.

Subaru has been growing faster than the competition with a 28.1 % increase in sales vs. the industry overall growth of 8.4%.  This is in large part due to the redesigned Forester and all new XV Crosstek.  They are also working on a Crosstrek hybrid that will be the car company’s first gas-electric car.

For more information on these and the many new vehicles Subaru is unveiling, come by Huffines Subaru Denton 5150 South Interstate 35 E Denton, Texas or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

The best new SUV? The 2014 Subaru Forester

The new 2014 Subaru Forester is the highest rated compact SUV on the market today, and with good reason. The newly designed Forester has advantages over all other competitors in many different aspects of itself.

The new 2014 Subaru Forester has a four-cylinder engine that offers 170 hp, with upgrades to a turbo-charged engine available that comes with a whopping 250 hp at 5,600 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque between 2,000 rpm and 4,800 rpm when consuming premium unleaded. The base model four-cylinder engine, with continuously variable transmission (CVT) achieves 24 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway, which is at the top of the compact SUV class. This is an improvement on the 2013 Subaru Forester, which achieved 21/27 mpg with a four-cylinder engine. 

The 2014 Subaru Forester has continued it’s legacy as an extremely safe compact SUV and even going a step further, earning the 2013 Top Safety Pick. New this year is a driver knee airbag that deploys to prevent knee injuries during collisions and anti-whiplash seats. Other improvements in safety include Subaru’s new EyeSight driver assist technology, which includes Adaptive Cruise Control system, a Pre-Collision Braking system and a Vehicle Lane Departure Warning system. This is offered in select models. 

With the new 2014 Subaru Forester, along with other great selections offered by Subaru, now is the time to make your next vehicle a Subaru. Come by Huffines Subaru in Denton and our friendly staff of professionals can show you all the awesome features of the 2014 Subaru Forester. Visit us at 5150 South Interstate 35E in Denton, Texas or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

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History is being made in Denton Texas

Denton was named in honor of John B. Denton, a preacher and lawyer, who was killed in a 1841 battle led by General Edward H. Tarrant against the Keechi Indians.  The city was incorporated in 1866 and with the creation of the Texas and Pacific Railway in 1881 brought an influx of people to the area.

Many of the buildings were originally constructed in the 1920’s including Huffines Motor Company.



On May 5, 1924 Huffines Motor Company opened for business in downtown Denton. J.L. Huffines, Sr. founded the company on two principles which are still the benchmark for all decisions made at the dealerships – treat the customer the way they want to be treated and support the community.

Mr. Huffines always believed that when he sold someone a vehicle he had made a friend. Passed from father to son, to grandson, Mr. Huffines' philosophy has formed the solid foundation on which every Huffines dealerships are grounded, small town friendliness and a strong commitment to please each and every customer which would serve the dealership group well over the last 85 years.

In 1968 Denton, Texas had yet to experience the rapid growth that is seen today.  Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport wouldn’t open for another 6 years, “Mean Joe Greene” was preparing for NFL stardom with the Pittsburgh Steelers finishing up an illustrious career playing for North Texas State University, and Texas Woman’s University had yet to accept men to any of its collegiate programs.


During the same time Subaru of America was founded as the US sales and marketing subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) of Japan.  Subaru is known for its use of the unique boxer engine design on all models with a symmetrical all-wheel drive capability for most models.

By 1989 Denton, Texas had more than doubled in size, and the former county courthouse was still looking plush from restorations made three years earlier for the Texas Sesquicentennial.  North Texas State University was called University of North Texas; Denton had only one high school in town, and the “Redbud Capital of Texas had recently been named No. 58 out of the “Top 100 Best Places to Live in America.”  In the same year Huffines Subaru was added to the Huffines Chevrolet Lewisville location calling the nearby city home for 20 years.

When 2009 rolled around, Denton boasted four high schools, two high school football State Championships by Ryan High School (Guyer didn’t win their championship game until 2012), and Huffines Subaru moved to the city that Jim Lehrer (TV Journalist), Phyllis George (Miss America 1971), Pat Boone (Singer/Actor) Roy Orbison (Singer), Don Henley (Rock Musician) and Dr. Phil (Author of 5 #1 best sellers/star syndicated TV show) have called home.  Huffines Subaru joined their sister dealership, Huffines KIA, at 5150 I-35E South in Denton, Texas.

Under the tutelage of General Manager, Robert Goodwin; the North Texas dealership has a highly knowledgeable, all-Subaru Certified staff.  The staff consistently provides customers in the Dallas and Ft. Worth area a friendly and familiar face to help with every automotive need.

Huffines Subaru is the oldest Subaru dealership in the State of Texas and continues to achieve new records every month.  Huffines Subaru Denton as experienced 143% growth over last year during the month of July and for the past 7 months has maintained 90% growth.  Because of the outstanding customer service; Huffines Subaru has been named the Texas Subaru Dealer of the Year in 2012 and 2013 by Dealer Rater.

Subaru is both practical and fun to drive.  The automaker crafts vehicles whose all-wheel-drive powertrains and available turbochargers facilitate sharp performance.  Incongruously, most Subaru vehicles are discreet and versatile enough to serve as competent family haulers, and the brand is known for boasting some of the best crash test scores in the automotive world.

Huffines Subaru Denton has 8 Models to choose from; The Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza, Impreza WRX, Tribeca, BRZ and the XV Crosstrek.

Huffines Subaru Denton is located at 5150 South I-35 E in Denton, Texas.  More information can be found by visiting www.huffinessubaru.com or by calling 940.321.2504.  “We are proud to share and be part of Denton’s great history and welcome everyone to come see what it is like to be treated how you want to be treated” says, Robert Goodwin, General Manager of Huffines Subaru Denton.

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