The steering position, engine speed, gear selection, and brake conditions can all be used to figure out how the driver usually drives. Through these sensors, Subaru Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) checks to see if the vehicle is following the driver’s planned path. The AWD torque distribution, engine output, and brakes at each wheel are changed to help keep the vehicle on course. Anything like this can happen at any time and won’t get in the way of the driver’s need to drive quickly and safely.

Subaru Vehicle Dynamics Control System with Multiple Modes (WRX STI)

Vehicle Dynamics handle (VDC) with three different modes lets drivers choose how to handle the vehicle and keeps them safe if they lose control. 

• In Normal Mode, the system is fully engaged. 
• In Traction Mode, the bar for intervention is raised, giving the driver more control and torque to the wheels. 
• And in Off Mode, Vehicle Dynamics Control can be turned off.

Active Torque Vectoring

Active Torque Vectoring uses the brakes and sends less torque to the inside wheels while sending more torque to the outside wheels. This makes the car better at turning and steering. As a part of the Subaru Vehicle Dynamics Control System, Active Torque Vectoring helps the car turn and handle better overall.

Systems for safety

A strengthening frame in the shape of a ring helps protect the passenger area from high impacts. Up to six airbags can be deployed by an advanced airbag system. The Forester, Outback, and Tribeca models also have a rollover monitor. The engine is placed low so that it can drive under the chassis in a front-end accident, which protects the passenger area even more.