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At Briggs Subaru of Topeka, giving back to our community is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Subaru Loves to Care to host a life-saving blood drive right here at our dealership. 📅 Date: October 13, 2025 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 Location: Briggs Subaru of Topeka This is your chance to roll up your sleeve and make a real difference. Every donation helps patients and families who depend on blood during emergencies, treatments, and recoveries. It’s a simple act that has a powerful impact. Signing up is easy. Just email Cheyenne.Johnson@briggsauto.com with your name and phone number to reserve your spot. Join us on October 13th and be part of something bigger than yourself. Together, Topeka, we can save lives and show what it truly means to care.

At Briggs Subaru of Topeka, we believe in driving more than just cars, we believe in driving change within our community. As part of the Subaru Loves Learning initiative, we are proud to once again support local students and teachers through AdoptAClassroom.org. This year, we’ve adopted Highland Park Central Elementary School, contributing $3,000 along with school supply kits to support six classrooms. These resources will help ensure students and teachers have the tools they need for a successful school year. The school has already received the donation funds, and our team was thrilled to drop off the supply kits this past Friday. At Briggs Subaru, we know that when students have what they need, they can focus on learning, growing, and achieving their dreams. We’re honored to play a small role in making that happen.

Briggs Auto was proud to help bring the spirit of Independence Day to life at the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center on Thursday, July 3. Families from across the area came together for a full day of fun, hands-on learning, and patriotic celebration. The museum welcomed guests from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., offering extended hours to make room for all the excitement. As a special thank you to those who serve, active duty and retired military personnel and their dependent family members received free admission, courtesy of Briggs Auto. From interactive exhibits to festive activities, the day was filled with joy, curiosity, and community. It was an honor to celebrate our nation's independence with local families at one of Topeka’s most beloved family destinations. A big thank-you to Kent for capturing the day in video and helping us share the experience!

Briggs Subaru of Topeka is proud to take part in Subaru Loves to Care from June 1–30. We’ve partnered with Cotton O’Neil Cancer Center and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to support local cancer patients by donating: 80 blankets 30 patient care kits $2,500 to help 5 local families You can help, too. Stop by our showroom to write a Message of Hope. Your words will be delivered with the kits to lift someone’s spirits. We’re also collecting donations for Helping Hands Humane Society. A wish list is posted at the dealership, and our donation box is ready for your support. A total of $6,000 was donated. Together, we can care for people and pets in our community. Thank you for making a difference!

At Briggs Subaru of Topeka, giving back to our community isn’t just something we do, it’s part of who we are. That’s why we’re thrilled to share some heartwarming news: through this year’s 17th Annual Subaru Share the Love® Event, we proudly donated $7,000 to Topeka’s Ronald McDonald House! This incredible donation will provide 280 nights of comfort and care for families with hospitalized children, giving them a warm, safe place to stay during one of the most challenging times in their lives. It’s more than just a room, it’s peace of mind, support, and the chance for parents to stay close to their child when it matters most. We’re grateful to our amazing customers who helped make this possible just by choosing Subaru. When you support Briggs Subaru, you’re also helping support local families in need, and that’s something truly special. A huge thank you to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Kansas for the incredible work you do every day. We’re honored to stand beside you in supporting these families.

Alongside the announcement of the 2025 Subaru Outback, the automaker released details about the 2025 Subaru Legacy as well. A vehicle that certainly lives up to its name, we’ve been fans of the Legacy for more than three decades now. While little has changed for the current model year, the Legacy did undergo some similar shuffles as far as standard content on the Limited trim level. In preparation for the sedan’s release this spring, we’ll highlight the available trim levels, packages and the starting price of each. more Trim Level Upgrade Available? Base MSRP* Base No $24,895 Premium Yes $27,195 Limited No $34,005 Sport No $34,495 Touring XT No $38,195 *Base MSRP does not include destination and delivery charge of $1,395 Much like the Outback, only the Premium trim level – since Legacy doesn’t have a Wilderness model – offers upgrade packages. In this case, the Premium offers two different upgrade options with different price points. If you’d like to add a few convenient features you can add $1,000 to the base MSRP to get the benefits of Blind-Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Keyless Access & Push-Button Start as well as LED fog lights. On top of that, you can instead add $2,595 to the base MSRP to get those three features plus a power moonroof and the 11.6” multimedia navigation system. Hopefully, this information has given you enough information to determine which 2025 Subaru Legacy is the right midsize sedan for you. There should be a Legacy option for just about any type of driver as long as you’re looking for a sedan rather than a crossover utility vehicle. If you have any questions about the Legacy feel free to give us a call here at the Briggs Subaru of Topeka sales desk, we look forward to hearing from you!

The second model for the 2025 model year has been announced (as has the third, but we’ll get to that next week). The newest version of the iconic Subaru Outback has been unveiled, and we can’t wait for it to arrive here in Topeka, Kansas. Along with some details on the few adjustments that were made to the vehicle, Subaru gave us the rundown on the available trim levels for the 2025 Subaru Outback as well as the packages and starting prices of each one. So, today we’re forwarding that rundown on so you can determine which Outback might be the right fit for you. more Trim Level Upgrade Available? Base MSRP* Base No $30,290 Premium Yes $32,590 Onyx Edition No $37,500 Limited No $39,250 Touring No $41,740 Onyx Edition XT No $40,755 Wilderness Yes $41,355 Limited XT No $41,590 Touring XT No $44,190 *Base MSRP does not include destination and delivery charge of $1,395 As you can see, only the Premium and Wilderness have upgrade packages available – and actually, the Premium offers two different ones. For starters, you can upgrade your Outback Premium for $1,400 to add Blind-Spot Detection with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Keyless Access & Push-Button Start and the Hands-Free Power Rear Gate. Alternatively, you can tack on $2,995 to get those three features plus a Power Moonroof and the 11.6” Multimedia Navigation System. As for the Wilderness, an extra cost of $1,845 will add the Power Moonroof, 11.6” Multimedia Navigation System and Reverse Automatic Braking to your model. There should be a 2025 Subaru Outback for anyone, so if you see the model that fits within your budget but would like to learn more about what it has to offer, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us right here at Briggs Subaru of Topeka. Otherwise, you can always check out our online inventory to see what we currently have available.

It’s been a few months since the all-new 2025 Subaru Forester made its debut, which means it’s about time the automaker released details on its pricing – which they have! Earlier this month details on the starting price points for each of the Forester trim levels were released, as well as pricing for the different packages that are available. We thought we’d dive into all that information right away here today, so give it a look over to see which Forester might be the right one for you. more Trim Level Upgrade Package? Base MSRP* Base No $29,695 Premium Yes $31,995 Sport Yes $34,495 Wilderness Yes $34,920 Limited Yes $35,995 Touring No $39,995 *Base MSRP does not include destination and delivery charge of $1,345 As you can see, the base trim level comes as it is and the top-tier Touring trim is packed full of as much content as you can get, so neither of these trims have an upgrade package available. The four middle trims, however, do each offer an upgrade package that adds a few more premium features at a small increase to the MSRP. Package Features Additional Cost Premium Power Rear Gate, Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert $1,200 Sport Harman Kardon Audio System, Power Rear Gate, Reverse Automatic Braking $1,700 Wilderness 8” STARLINK Multimedia Navigation System, Harman Kardon Audio System, Power Rear Gate $1,850 Limited Harman Kardon Audio System, Navigation, Reverse Automatic Braking $1,600 So, each of these trims offers an upgrade package that brings with it a few more premium features and technologies at a pretty reasonable extra cost. If you’re interested in a new 2025 Subaru Forester of your own, don’t hesitate to give us a call with any questions or simply head straight to our online inventory to see what we have available. We look forward to seeing you behind the wheel!

One of our favorite posts to create here on the blog, and one that we’ve done many times over the past couple of years, is focusing on the trim levels, packages and starting prices of each of our vehicles. We’ve never put the entire lineup in one post though, so we thought we’d do that for you today to help you see which 2024 Subaru vehicle might fit inside of your budget. So, check out the table below for all of the pertinent details when it comes to the starting price of each model on the lineup. more Model Segment Base MSRP* Available Trims Crosstrek Subcompact Crossover $25,295 Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, Wilderness Forester Compact Crossover $27,095 Base, Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, Touring Outback Midsize Crossover $28,895 Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, Touring XT Ascent Three-row Midsize Crossover $34,395 Base, Premium 8, Premium 7, Onyx Edition, Limited 8, Limited 7, Onyx Edition Limited, Touring Solterra Compact BEV Crossover $44,995 Premium, Limited, Touring Impreza Compact Sedan $22,995 Base, Sport, RS Legacy Midsize Sedan $24,895 Base, Premium, Limited, Sport, Touring XT BRZ Sports Car $30,195 Premium, Limited, tS WRX Compact Sports Car $32,735 Base, Premium, Limited, TR, GT *MSRP does not include destination and delivery charges, tax, title and registration fees Hopefully, this table gives you a good idea of the different models that are available and where they might fit into your budget. If you have any questions about any of these vehicles, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us right here at the Briggs Subaru of Topeka sales desk. We’d be happy to help and cannot wait to get you behind the wheel of your next new Subaru vehicle.

Last year Subaru introduced the world to its new nameplate, which also happened to be its first-ever battery-electric vehicle. The 2023 Subaru Solterra quickly showed signs of success and the automaker has already made some adjustments to deliver even greater value to shoppers in the compact crossover EV segment. We thought we’d dive into what’s new in the 2024 Subaru Solterra to give you the quick overview so you know exactly what the newest version of the SUV has to offer. more Updated Features & Tech There weren’t a ton of changes, after all this is only the model’s second year in production, however the few changes that were implemented are pretty crucial and exciting. For example, the vehicle’s high-capacity lithium-ion battery has received engineering improvements that enhance its capabilities where fast charging is concerned. Unlike the previous iteration, you’ll now be able to get a charge from 10% to 80% in roughly 35 minutes. A charge indicator has also been added that displays the estimated time remaining to charge either to that 80% marker or all the way to 100%. In addition to this fantastic change to the battery pack, the legendary Subaru EyeSight suite has been upgraded with all-new advanced driver-assistive safety features. Two new technologies include Hands-Free Driving and DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System. The former enables the vehicle to travel at speeds up to 25 miles per hour without your hands on the wheel, even through stop-and-go traffic. This is a huge benefit in high-traffic areas for sure, but can be beneficial anywhere. These two new technologies are joined by Active Lane Change Assist, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitors, Rear Camera Detection with Pedestrian Warning, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Lane Tracing, Road Assist and more. In addition to what was already mentioned, a new heated steering wheel has been added to the Limited trim level and ventilated front seats have been made standard on the Touring trim. Most importantly, however, is that despite these improvements the starting price of each Solterra model has remained the same. If you’re interested in learning more, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us right here at Briggs Subaru of Topeka.

Just one of the many reasons we’re so proud to be a part of the Subaru family is its dedication to initiatives far beyond the typical scope of the automotive industry. Through programs like Subaru Loves the Earth and Subaru Loves Learning, we know the automaker is much More Than a Car Company ®. There are many initiatives that Subaru undertakes within the Subaru Love Promise and beyond, but one of our favorites is Subaru Loves Pets. Every year, Subaru dedicates a month to helping shelter pets find new forever homes, and last year the company broke the record books by housing more than 52,000 pets. more “Subaru is dedicated to supporting animals in need, including helping to unite thousands of shelter pets with their forever homes nationwide every October. Achieving over 52,000 pet adoptions in a single month would not have been possible without the support of our committed retailers, compassionate shelter partners, and everyone who embraced pet ownership in October.” - Alan Bethke, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Subaru of America, Inc. What is Subaru Loves Pets? As mentioned, Subaru Loves Pets is just one of the many programs and initiatives found under the Subaru Love Promise. Through strategic partnerships with organizations like the ASPCA and BARK, Subaru of America finds ways to help animals all throughout the year; however, they put together a concerted effort each year throughout the course of one month. That’s Subaru Loves Pets Month, in which the automaker and its retailers – that’s us! – partner up with local animal shelters all across the country and donate $100 for every pet adoption that takes place there throughout the month. With more than 600 participating retailers throughout October 2023, it was the most successful Subaru Loves Pets month yet. Not only did more than 52,000 shelter pets find loving new families to call home, but more than $1.8 million was raised and donated to various shelters, rescues and other animal organizations around the U.S.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is one of the most respected authorities on automotive safety in the industry. Each year they put new vehicles through a battery of crash tests and more to make sure that they’re up to the rigorous standards of the modern market. This year, the Institute implemented a new series of requirements where certain tests are concerned, making it more difficult than ever to achieve their coveted TOP SAFETY PICK and TOP SAFETY PICK+ honors. Despite the tougher criteria, four 2024 Subaru models earned those prestigious designations this year, so we couldn’t be prouder. more “We followed the tougher requirements we introduced last year with another major update to the award criteria in 2024. This year’s winners are true standouts, offering the highest level of protection for both vehicle occupants and other vulnerable road users.” - David Harkey, President, IIHS 2024 Subaru Winners For the second year in a row, the exciting new Subaru Solterra earned TOP SAFETY PICK honors from the IIHS. But if you think that’s impressive, it only gets better from there. The 2024 Subaru Outback and 2024 Subaru Impreza earned the same honor but for the 16th and 17th consecutive year respectively. Finally, the flagship 2024 Subaru Ascent earned the gold-star TOP SAFETY PICK+ designation, its seventh year in a row earning at least TSP. One more fun note, Subaru has earned more IIHS TSP+ awards than any other brand since 2013 with 71. New Criteria Let’s go over the new criteria so you know what was required for these vehicles to earn the honors that they did. Where the side crash test is concerned, a rating of good is required to earn either TSP or TSP+. In the past, acceptable was enough for TSP. The revised pedestrian front crash prevention evaluation now requires acceptable or good ratings to earn either designation. This new system replaces the previous day/night split tests, the latter of which wasn’t required for the lower tier TSP honor. The moderate front overlap test has been completely overhauled, adding a second dummy behind the driver. It now requires an acceptable or good rating to earn TSP+. Vehicles are still put through the original test, in which a good rating is required to earn TSP. Another change is that the driver- and passenger-side evaluations have been combined into a single rating, taking the lower of the two results. If you’re interested in getting an incredibly safe Subaru vehicle of your own, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us right here at Briggs Subaru of Topeka.