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  • TEASER: Subaru BRZ STi

    brztsteaser-651-1Subaru has jut officially teased its new BRZ STi model with several images that show some elements of the car. The upgraded version of the two-door sports coupe was revealed on brand’s Japanese web site.

    There is no information disclosed so far and there are plenty of unanswered questions. We re wondering about how much more power will the model have, will it be turbocharged, will it include AWD, etc. In fact, STI’s modifications are likely to put more attention on the BRZ’s emblematic dynamic capabilities.

    From one of the images released we can conclude that architecture of the model will definitely be focused on the purity handling and this raises the expectations that the car will deliver more dynamism and joy of driving.

    The regular 2013 Subaru BRZ was officially launched on the Malaysian scene in June this year. It is being equipped with six-speed auto box, but a six-speed manual is available through special order. The official details of the BRZ STi are still to be announced.

  • Subaru BRZ STI Concept at the 2012 AIMS

    Subaru has unveiled their latest sports car – BRZ STi Concept at the 2012 Australian International Motor Show. The car comes with a complete aerodynamics package and some other interesting upgrades. It is also expected to hit the market really soon.

    “All indications are that many BRZ buyers want to add some performance touches to their cars and choosing genuine Subaru equipment offers great design, quality and peace-of-mind that aren’t necessarily guaranteed by after-market suppliers.”, commented Nick Senior, Managing Director, Subaru Australia.

    The STi is respected worldwide by car enthusiasts for its high quality range, all tested to the same rigorous quality control standards as Subaru’s vehicle range.

    The STi package includes:

    • Front under spoiler
    • Side under spoiler
    • Boot lip spoiler
    • Flexible tower bar
    • Wheel nut set – black
    • 17-inch alloy wheel
    • Coil spring set
    • Quick shift gear lever
    • Sports muffler
    • Gear shift knob
    • Push start switch
    • Rear under diffuser
    • Instrument panel trim

    Stay tuned for more information and price list!

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    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru on Tokyo Auto Salon 2012

    Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI) along with Subaru Tecnica International Inc. (STI) will be taking part in the Tokyo Auto Salon 2012 with NAPAC (Japan Car Parts and Aftermarket Promotion Association) in mid January. Their main idea is to promote the refinement and convenience which comes from the peculiar BOXER type of engine (“Proud of BOXER” will be their motto).  And now they have revealed their showroom line up which will feature two new concepts.

    SUBARU BRZ STI CONCEPT (display model) – It will be basically an STI tuned Subaru BRZ, a flat engined (BOXER engine) car which has already made a name for itself in terms of handling and performance. The parts provided by STI include a carbon fiber hood and a carbon fiber rooftop which help weight reduction and improve handling. Other performance tweaks are courtesy to:

    • STI Front Under Spoiler
    • STI Rear Trunk Spoiler
    • STI Sport Muffler
    • Brembo Brake & Rotor
    • Bilstein Damper
    • STI 18-inch Aluminum Wheel
    • STI Low Down Spring
    • STI Flexible Tower Bar
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    SUBARU IMPREZA G4 STI CONCEPT – again it will be the already introduced New Impreza G4 2.0i-S (Japanese specification model) modified with some of STI’s finest resources in order to achieve optimum driving experience in terms of maneuverability and control. Enhancments include:

    • STI Front Under Spoiler
    • STI Side Under Spoiler
    • TI Rear Trunk Spoiler
    • STI Skirt Lip
    • STI Shift Knob – CVT
    • STI Sport Muffler
    • STI Flexible Tower Bar
    • STI Low Down Spring
    • STI 18-inch Aluminum Wheel
    • STI Stainless Steel Mesh Brake Hose

    Other racing specimens of the Subaru brand  will also be showcased there – Legacy B4 GT300 (participated in the 2011 Super GT race), BRZ GT300 (scheduled participation in the 2012 Super GT race), Impreza WRX STI (scheduled participation in the 2012 24 Hours Nürburgring endurance race), and Impreza WRX STI Group R4 specification model.

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru BRZ STi Concept

    Subaru has unveiled the BRZ STI Concept at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show. The sports vehicle come with RWD and it is co-developed with Toyota Motor Corporation.

    The car is designed for “Pure Handling Delight” and features horizontally-opposed Boxer engine. The exterior boasts aggressive headlights, a carbon fiber roof and an enormous rear wing. The package also includes a front spoiler, a rear diffuser and a 4-tailpipe exhaust system.

    The performance is further boosted by a special sport-tuned suspension and Brembo brake system. BRZ STI sits on 18” alloy wheels fitted with performance tires.

    Subaru BRZ STI Concept is powered by a naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter Boxer engine with direct injection technology. It is designed with a square bore and stroke of 86 X 86 mm for high output and high environmental standards, which were both attained.

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    Styling

    • By installing the Boxer engine as low as possible, the low hood and sleek roofline together compose a sophisticated form. This is also blended with STI performance touches for a Subaru sporting profile.
    • A hexagonal lower front grille, hawk eye headlights and fin-shaped fog lamps make the front face instantly recognizable as Subaru.
    • STI-made lower front spoiler and rear wing magnify down-force and aerodynamics performance. They allow stable straight driving and excellent handling at high speeds.
    • The rear design with bold rear fender flares, large rear-diffuser, and twin dual tailpipes intensifies the STI performance feel.
    • A carbon-fiber roof, already installed in a WRX STI model and highly acclaimed, has been employed by the concept car. With it, extra weight reduction and an even lower center of gravity were achieved, contributing considerably to the ultimate handling performance this concept model aims to offer.

    Engine

    • The Boxer engine has inherent qualities of light weight, compactness, low center of gravity, and high rigidity – all pointing toward its great potential as a sports car engine. Taking full advantage of these features, a 2.0-liter horizontally-opposed four-cylinder direct fuel-injection gasoline engine has been developed exclusively for BRZ.
    • The engine has been designed with a square bore and stroke of 86 X 86 mm. Combined with Toyota’s D-4S direct injection technology (fuel injection system), high output and high environmental standards were both attained, both expected of a new generation sports car.

    Chassis and Body

    • Compared with other Subaru models, the engine in SUBARU BRZ CONCEPT – STI – sits an impressive 120 mm lower and is positioned 240 mm closer to the center of the chassis. As a result, this car has achieved one of the lowest possible center of gravity in cars on the market today.
    • By incorporating lightweight parts such as a carbon-fiber roof, the overall weight has been reduced. Subaru has also succeeded in attaining a body structure that is both lightweight and highly rigid in a striking balance. The concept car is the embodiment of pure driving enjoyment only obtainable with a “Boxer sports car”.
    • Its unique handling performance has been remarkably refined by adopting STI’s lightweight 18-inch alloy wheels with performance tires and STI tuned suspension with excellent lateral stiffness.
    • Brembo brakes enhance braking performance.

    Major Specifications

    Overall Length × Width × Height (mm): 4,230 × 1,800 × 1,280
    Wheelbase (mm): 2,570
    Engine Type: 2.0-liter direct fuel injection naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder
    Horizontally-Opposed Boxer engine
    Tires: 215/45R18 (Front), 225/45R18 (Rear)

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru BRZ Concept

    Subaru will exhibit BRZ STI concept at the Los Angeles Auto Show. It will be held between November  18th and 27th, this year.

    Built around Subaru’s core technologies, the BRZ will use a new 2.0 litre Subaru Boxer engine developed specifically for the model and with the latest direct injection technology to improve combustion and efficiency. It will deliver around 200PS (147 kW) and 205Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque.

    The new compact coupe has been developed as part of an on-going joint project with Toyota Motor Corporation. All cars will be built at Subaru’s Gunma plant in Japan when production starts in spring 2012.

    The car is practically the same as the production model. It features a sports front bumper with nice grille and LED daytime running lights. There is also a huge rear wing and a sports four-tailpipe exhaust system.

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    Source: Subaru