Subaru has confirmed its new sport tourer, Levorg GT, will go on sale in the UK in September.

The new model, which made its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March, is being seen as the spiritual successor to the fourth generation Legacy Tourer (2003 - 2008).

The packaging of the new Levorg means that while it has similar exterior dimensions to the Legacy, it will have much more interior space.

Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive will feature, along with an all new 170 PS 1.6 litre DIT Boxer petrol engine. The new engine will be combined with the latest version of Subaru’s six-speed Lineartronic transmission.

The Subaru Levorg GT will also feature passive and active safety technology, including blind spot detection and rear vehicle alert. Engineers are promising that the Levorg GT will be one of the most refined Subaru’s yet, while the cabin will benefit from the brand’s latest factory-fit infotainment system, bespoke sports seats and premium materials.

The first customer cars are expected to arrive in the UK in September. Further details, including pricing and full specifications, will be announced closer to launch.