Tag: Subaru Impreza

  • 2015 Subaru Impreza Sport Hybrid Introduced in Japan

    2015 Subaru Impreza Sport Hybrid Front View2015 Subaru Impreza Sport Hybrid will be exclusively launched to the Japanese market on July 10. The vehicle is actually the second hybrid in Subaru’s line-up, following the XV Hybrid introduced in 2013. The hybrid model adds more versatility to the Impreza Sport lineup by embracing company’s design philosophy and adding sporty exterior look and a luxurious interior stylining.

    The hybrid Impreza Sport is fitted with a special motor assist function, which delivers smooth and linear acceleration. It has been combined with sharp and sporty handling to bring about the best from the driving experience.

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    What is more, the vehicle shows outstanding fuel economy rated at just 20.4 km per liter. In addition, the car has been designed to make optimum utilization of the low center of gravity and superior weight balance. This is achieved with the help of Subaru’s unique symmetrical All-Wheel Drive layout.

    Drivetrain

    2015 Subaru Impreza Sport Hybrid Drivetrain

    The special hybrid system fitted in this Subaru features motor assist function. This function actually keeps both smooth acceleration and low fuel consumption. In addition, the symmetrical AWD layout takes care over the superb driveability.

    2015 Subaru Impreza Sport Hybrid’s batteries have been re-engineered to use regenerated energy at high speeds, thu susing more active power. As a result, the fuel economy has been improved. On the other hand, the Lineartronic continuously variable transmission (CVT) features reduced friction and modified torque converter and this also have contributed towards better fuel economy.

    Exterior

    2015 Subaru Impreza Sport Hybrid  Side View

    At the front we see strong contours which highlight the wide and low look which is characteristic to this hybrid grade. The dynamism in the exterior is further strengthened via the special side-sill spoilers and the huge tires. They come in diameter of 215/50R17 in order to achieve the best balance between grip and fuel economy.

    The rear end of the car features roof-end spoiler, which further improves aerodynamics and benefits low-energy consumption. There are also LEDs in the rear combination lamps.

    The hybrid vehicle can be specified with ice silver metallic, crystal black silica, crystal white pearl, deep sea-blue pearl, quartz blue pearl, and Venetian red pearl exterior color paint schemes.

    Interior

    2015 Subaru Impreza Sport Hybrid Interior

    The cabin of the 2015 Subaru Impreza Sport Hybrid is filled with blue accents exclusive, which are actually exclusive to the hybrid model. Inside, we also see piano-black panels and extensive use of the metallic trim.

    The top of the range grade will have the advantage of silver Ultrasuede seats with blue stitching. Other high-specification features included here are the power seats for the driver and front passenger.

    Standard Features

    Impreza Sport Hybrid comes as a standard with Hybrid-Spec EyeSight on all grades. The coordinated control of the hybrid system and EyeSight benefits from the use of the Eco-Cruise Control function. This in turn helps in maximum utilization of electric vehicle driving and regenerative braking when Adaptive Cruise Control is operating.

    Source: Subaru 

  • Remodeled 2015 Subaru Impreza Goes on Sale

    2015-Subaru-Impreza-THUMBThe remodeled 2015 Subaru Impreza, which was revealed at the end of September is, now going on sale. The compact four-door and five-door models now come with revised front styling, which includes new front bumper, grille and headlights. The aerodynamics is enhanced via the new exterior mirrors, low-profile trunk spoiler on the four-door models. The sedans also feature LEDs for the center high mounted stop lamp.

    All Impreza models are driven by a 148 hp (109 kW) 2.0-liter Subaru BOXER engine and are equipped with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as a standard. Also standard for the Premium and Limited trims in the new model year is the Lineartronic CVT, which includes revised shift logic for a more natural feel. The base 2.0i and the Sport Premium trims will come equipped with five-speed manual transmission.

    Impreza also offers wide range of standard amenities including tilt/telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, power windows, 60/40-split fold-down rear seat backs, outside temperature gauge, a multi-function display with fuel economy information, steering wheel audio and Bluetooth control switches. Additionally, at no cost also come the remote keyless entry and security system with engine immobilizer and the Rear Vision Camera. The standard wheels on which the car runs are the 16-inch alloys. There is also a rear suspension stabilizer bar.

    The optional All-Weather Package includes 2-stage heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors and a windshield wiper de-icer, optional 17-inch wheels, power moonroof, fog lights and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Next, the Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium is a five-door model running on standard 17-inch alloy wheels and equipped with fog lights, turn-signal mirrors, roof rails, unique seat fabric and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. An option here is the power moonroof.

    The five-door Limited and Sport Limited stand at the top of the range and include leather seating, new infotainment systems, turn signal exterior mirrors, a color LCD in the gauge cluster, Welcome Lighting and leather-wrapped steering wheel. There is also an additional exterior chrome trim that distinguishes the Limited.

    Inside, the driver and occupants will enjoy the upgraded the infotainment system. It includes 6.2-inch multi-function touch screen, AM/FM stereo and HD Radio, Radio Data Broadcast System, single-disc in-dash CD player, single-touch gesture control, Subaru STARLINK smartphone integration with Aha Infotainment, Pandora Radio and iHeart Radio, a rear vision camera, Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming, iPod control capability, USB port and four speakers.

    The Limited trim adds a six-speaker audio system and a 7-inch touch screen display with multi-touch control. It also features voice-activated controls, SiriusXM satellite radio, vehicle information display, iTunes tagging capability and dual USB ports.

    2015 Subaru Impreza will be available in dealerships in a starting price of $18,195 USD.

    2015 SUBARU IMPREZA
    Model/Trim Transmission Available Option Package MSRP MSRP +
    destination and delivery
    Impreza 4-door models
    2.0i 5MT 01 $18,195 $18,990
    2.0i CVT 01 $19,195 $19,990
    2.0i Premium CVT 11,12 $20,995 $21,790
    2.0i Limited CVT 21,22,23 $22,295 $23,090
    Impreza 5-door models
    2.0i 5MT 01 $18,695 $19,490
    2.0i CVT 01 $19,695 $20,490
    2.0i Premium CVT 11 $21,495 $22,290
    2.0i Limited CVT 21 $22,795 $23,590
    2.0i Sport Premium 5MT 11 $20,995 $21,790
    2.0i Sport Premium CVT 11,14 $21,995 $22,790
    2.0i Sport Limited CVT 21,22,23 $23,295 $24,090
    2015 SUBARU IMPREZA OPTION PACKAGES

    OP 01    Standard Model 2.0i Base N/A
    OP 11    Standard Model 2.0i Premium or Sport Premium N/A
    OP 12     Alloy Wheel Package + Moonroof $1,500
    OP 14     Moonroof $1,000
    OP 21    Standard Model 2.0i Limited or Sport Limited N/A
    OP 22     Moonroof + Keyless Access & Start $1,500
    OP 23    Moonroof + Navigation System + EyeSight      +Keyless Access & Start $2,795

     

    Source: Subaru 

  • 2014 Subaru Impreza – Price £17,495

    Subaru UK has revealed full details and pricing for the 2014 Impreza, which is expected to hit the market on 1st of May.

    2014 Subari Impreza will come with only one engine – a new 1.6 liter 114HP (84 kW) at 5,600RPM and 150Nm (111 lb-ft) of torque. The pricing starts from £17,495 for the 5-speed manual gearbox and £18,995 for models fitted with Subaru’s Lineartronic transmission. The Impreza will be the only car in the C-segment to offer All-Wheel Drive (AWD) as standard on every model. The dynamics is pretty poor – 0-100 km/h in 12.3 seconds and a top speed of 183 km/h (114 mph).

    Standard equipment include automatic on/off headlamps and rain-sensing windscreen wipers, front fog lamps, power-folding heated door mirrors with LED turn signals, windscreen wiper de-icer system, 16” alloy wheels, tyre repair kit and daytime running lights. There is also a dual-zone air-conditioning, rear passenger heating and ventilation ducts, six-way manually-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, 60/40 split-fold rear seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob, two 12V power outlets, USB and aux-in jacks, and a reversing camera.

    Optional equipment features leather upholstery and a Pioneer satellite navigation system. Three exterior colours will be available: Satin White, Ice Silver and Quartz Blue.

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

    Body and chassis

    Five-door, five-seater hatchback, with all-steel unitary construction bodyshell. Longitudinally-mounted gasoline ‘flat-four’ Boxer engine driving the front and rear wheels (AWD) via a five-speed manual or six-speed Lineartronic CVT transmission.

    Engines

    1.6-litre / 114ps Petrol

    Name Boxer Petrol
    Type DOHC, horizontally opposed ‘flat four’ with dual AVCS
    Capacity 1.6-litres, 1,600cc
    Bore and stroke 78.8 x 82.0mm
    Compression ratio 10.5:1
    Max power 114ps (84kW) @ 5,600 rpm
    Max torque 150Nm (111 lb ft) @ 4,000 rpm
    Valves 16 (4-per-cylinder)
    Fuel system Multi-point injection
    Construction Aluminium cylinder block and aluminium heads
    Emissions class Euro Stage 6

    Transmissions

    Manual 5-speed
    Automatic CVT

    Gear ratios

    1.6i MT 1.6i CVT
    1 3.454 —-
    2 1.888 —-
    3 1.296 —-
    4 0.972 —-
    5 0.738 —-
    Reverse 3.333 3.667
    Final Drive 1 4.444 3.900
    Drive range —- 3.581 – 0.570

    Drivetrains

    1.6i MT Symmetrical AWD with centre differential coupled to viscous LSD
    1.6i CVT Symmetrical AWD with active torque split system

    Suspension and damping

    Front Fully independent by subframe-mounted MacPherson struts, with coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers. Anti-roll stabiliser bar
    Rear Fully independent by subframe-mounted double wishbones, coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers. Anti-roll stabiliser bar

    Steering

    Type Electric power-assisted, rack-and-pinion
    Turning circle 10.6 metres

    Brakes

    Front 277mm ventilated disc
    Rear 274mm solid disc
    ABS Four-channel anti-lock system with EBD
    BAS Boosts braking power to maximum during emergency stops
    EBS Emergency Brake Assist

    Wheels and tyres

    Standard Alloy 16-inch x 6.5J    205/55 R16 tyres
    Spare (standard) Tyre mobility kit

    Dimensions (mm)

    Overall length 4,415 Overall width** 1,740
    Overall height* 1,465 Wheelbase 2,645
    Front track 1,510 Rear track 1,515
    Ground clearance 145

    *with roof rails
    **excluding door mirrors

    Capacities (all models)

    Fuel tank 55.0 litres
    Luggage (VDA) 380 litres behind rear seats (with tyre repair kit)
    1,270 litres behind front seats (to roof)

    Weights (kg)

    1.6i MT 1.6i CVT
    Kerb weight 1,315 1,350
    Towing (max) kg* 1,500 1,200

    Performance

    1.6i MT 1.6i CVT
    Top speed / mph 114 111
    0-to-62 mph / sec 12.3 12.6

    Fuel economy (mpg)

    1.6i MT 1.6i CVT
    Combined cycle 44.1 46.3
    Urban cycle 34.4 37.2
    Extra-urban cycle 53.3 54.3
    CO2 g/km 147 140

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru Impreza WRX Club Spec Limited Edition for Australia

    Subaru of Australia has announced a special limited edition Impreza WRX Club Spec. Just 300 Club Spec WRXs will be available.

    Each comes with Leather trim, Black coated 17-inch alloy wheels, Black Subaru Tecnica International (STI) spoiler, Black door mirrors, Club Spec external badge, Numbered Club and Spec interior badge.

    The limited edition is available purely as a sedan with manual transmission-only.

    Tangerine cars will also have orange stitching on the WRX logos on the front seats and on the front seat back rests.

    Seat and steering wheel stitching is black.

    The black car has standard red stitching on the seats, back rests and steering wheel.

    The front guard garnish with WRX logo is also black instead of the standard silver.

    Subaru Impreza WRX Club Spec Limited Edition
    Subaru Impreza WRX Club Spec Limited Edition

    An STI kit is also available including:

    • Front lip under spoiler
    • Short shift gear lever assembly
    • Flexible tower bar

    The normal Manufacturer’s List Price (MLP) for the kit is $2100, but is available for $1000 on the Club Spec limited edition.

    The Club Spec WRX is priced at $41 490 MLP.

    “WRX continues to have tremendous appeal in its widebody form and combined with the retained value traditionally achieved by these limited editions, there’s likely to be a lot of interest in these cars, which can be differentiated even further from standard WRX with the addition of the STI kit.”, commented Nick Senior, Managing Director, Subaru Australia.

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru Legacy and Outback – Facelifted and Updated

    Subaru-Legacy-Touring-thumbSubaru are letting loose the latest Legacy and Outback models: For Japan, that means not mere MY releases but proper revisions – minor facelifting, chassis and body changes and new engines. The company likes to sum up their actions by using “concepts” which can be articulated in simple phrases. This one is called an “All Performance Enhancement” – the focus falls on fuel efficiency, driveablity and safety.

    One of the two new engines (both of them are flat) is an improved version of the familiar, naturally aspirated 2.5-liter one. The Legacies and Outbacks designated with 2.5i usually develop 168 hp and 229 Nm of torque. Now, low to mid speed torque comes even easier. That on the other hand, called for a better CVT so a new Lineatronic transmission was also introduced. It improves fuel-efficiency and tackles the incoming torque more smoothly. Further improvement on the frugality is courtesy to the Impreza derived auto start/stop system.

    The Legacy gets a new bumper and revised headlights plus grille thus making it look more wide and sharp. The Outback receives also gets similar optics in its own way. A way that is supposed to convey the image of a flagship SUV. Both of the cars get a 3.5-inch color LCD display at the center of the speedometer. There, the driver can monitor the fuel consumption and the operational situation of the “EyeSight” feature (the camera at the front that monitors the road for obstacles and eventual collisions). Convenient and safe stuff.

    What one probably won’t notice is the enhanced rigidity of the Legacy’s body and chassis. By adding a support sub frame at the back and tweaking the spring settings on both ends, one gets a comfortable ride with superior on-the-road stability.

    Subaru Outback 2.5 EyeSight (2013)
    Subaru Outback 2.5 EyeSight (2013)

    The other engine goes on the Legacy (wagon or sedan) and the designation will be 2.0GT DIT – Direct Injection Turbo that is. With 2.0-liters of displacement, DOHC and 16 valves, this is a new breed of engines that will hopefully sperad out. By injecting fuel directly into the cylinders, Subaru have made it possible to up the efficiency by 20%. The bore/stroke inside the pots is equally proportioned – 86mm x 86mm. That’s what’s known as a square engine which is ideal for direct fuel injecting. The twin scroll type turbocharger is said to be lively on low speeds and to have helped in extracting 300 hp and 400 Nm of torque.

    Add to that the same Lineartronic transmission mentioned above and you get yourself a perfectly decent family car that’s capable of putting a smile on your face trough lively response. What makes it so suitable for a family car – it’s stability, safety and refinement – 18-inch aluminum wheels as standard, minimized vehicle sway and an enlarged stabilizer diameter which in turn offers great stability when changing lanes and cornering.

    Subaru Legacy Touring wagon (2013)
    Subaru Legacy Touring wagon (2013)
    Subaru Legacy B4
    Subaru Legacy B4

    Source: Subaru

  • JNCAP Five Star Award for the Subaru Legacy

    JCAP-Five-Star-thumbThe Subaru Legacy’s appeal has grown as news came about a “JNCAP Five Star Award”. The acronym there stands for Japan New Car Assessment Program. It’s annually held by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the National Agency for Automotive Safety and Vicitim’s Aid. It’s basically a parallel to the Euro NCAP.

    The five star award is usually given to the car that performs best in terms of safety performance. A segment from the test even includes an assessment of how safe are the pedestrian’s legs after a collision.

    Here’s how the Legacy scored:

    Full-wrap frontal collision test: Driver’s seat – Level 5 (highest rating)/Passenger’s seat – Level 5 (highest rating)

    Offset frontal collision test: Driver’s seat – Level 5 (highest rating)/Rear seat – Level 4

    Side collision test: Driver’s seat – Level 5 (highest rating)

    Neck injury protection for rear-end collision performance test: Driver’s seat – Level 4 (highest rating)/Passenger’s seat – Level 4 (highest rating)

    Pedestrian head protection performance tests: Level 5 (highest rating)

    Pedestrian legs protection performance tests: Level 4 (highest rating)

    This is not the first time a Legacy delights the JNCAP officials. In ’09/’10 it was proved to be the best Grand Prix safety car. 2 years before that, the Impreza held the same title. Also, in 2009, the Subaru Forester and Exiga were crowned “Ecvellent Cars”

    So then, the Legacy is proving itself to be quite a character. Rigid enough to hold on to its paint work yet kind the fragile bones of the pedestrians. Not to mention all the clever gizmos inside that prevent it from crashing in the first place. And don’t worry about the weight of the thing. We are pretty sure that at the very least, the 2.5-liter boxer engine under the hood provides more than enough oomph.

    Subaru Legacy Tourer (2012)
    Subaru Legacy Tourer (2012)

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru BRZ, Impreza 5-door First Time in Europe

    Subaru-BRZ-thumbWith the 82nd Geneva Motor Show approaching, more and more information is let loose to the world about premiers and lineups and surprises. Today, Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (Subaru makers) confirmed that they will debut (for Europe) “Subaru BRZ” and the “Impreza 5-door”.

    The fourth incarnation of the Impreza is designed to be a symbol of reliability, handling and safety. As always it comes with Subaru’s symmetrical AWD and a flat engine. In Europe that engine would be a very green 1.6 petrol that is said prsereve the sporty legacy of the brand. On a side note, the company’s own symmetrical AWD system, which first appeared on the “Subaru Leone Estate Van” in 1972, is turning 40 years this year. So at the Geneva Subaru booth, tech enthusiasts will have the opportunity to visit a gallery illustrating the history of Subaru’s AWD and tryout a 3D virtual thematic game.

    Subaru Impreza (2012)
    Subaru Impreza (2012)

    The Subaru BRZ, which is almost identical to the Toyota GT 86 but is at the same time somehow better, will also make a European Premiere. This car will be the AWD exception as it is a front engined, RWD composition that throws us back in the days when tail-happy cars were appreciated. That said, it won’t be an uncontrollable lunatic car this, but rather a finely balanced GT car with a low center of gravity. That’s the beauty of a flat engine – it offers flexibility and compactness so the Subaru engineers have put it as low as possible and lo and behold, we have a performance fun house.

    Subaru BRZ (2012)
    Subaru BRZ (2013)

    Press day for the Geneva Motor Show is set for the sixth and seventh of March and on the eight, the public can join in. The Subaru press conference is scheduled at 11:45am on March 6th

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru Impreza WRX STI S206

    Subaru has announced the new special edition Impreza WRX STI S206, which hits the Japan market. It is based on the 4-door SUBARU IMPREZA WRX STI and features exclusively-made items in both interior and exterior designs. As with former STI models such as S204 and R205, S206 is founded on the IMPREZA WRX STI line.
    The exterior modifications includes a new front spoiler, a revised grille, ventilated fenders and 19” BBS wheels with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. You can also opt for the NBR challenge package, which adds a carbon fiber roof, a carbon fiber rear spoiler and black BBS wheels.

    The interior boasts a genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel, “RECARO” racing bucket seats, and seatbelts.

    The WRX STI S206 also comes with a front tower brace, Brembo brakes and specially tuned Bilstein shocks. The chassis is stiffened and the VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) system is also revised.

    Furthermore, you’ll get more power because of the ECU re-map, upgraded pistons and a high-performance crankshaft. The turbocharged boxer engine delivers 320PS (235 kW) and 431Nm (318 lb-ft)

    Only 300 units will be produced.

    Check out the full specs, below!

    Subaru Impreza WRX STI S206
    Subaru Impreza WRX STI S206

    Subaru Impreza WRX STI S206:

    -Mechanism-

    •    STI tuned Bilstein upside down strut and STI coil springs for front suspension
    •    STI tuned Bilstein damper and STI coil springs for rear suspension
    •    S206 BBS designed 19-inch x 8 1/2J forged aluminum wheels (silver)
    •    Michelin Pilot Super Sports 245/35ZR19(93Y) tires
    •    Brembo 6-pot silver colored brake caliper with STI logo and 18-inch 2piece type drilled disk rotors for front brake
    •    Brembo 4-pot silver colored brake caliper with STI logo and 18-inch drilled disk rotors for rear brake
    •    STI designed flexible front strut tower brace
    •    STI designed flexible draw stiffener, front
    •    STI designed flexible support, rear
    •    STI designed support, front kit
    •    STI designed lateral rink with pillow ball bush (front inside, rear inside)
    •    S206 engine balanced with STI
    •    STI designed S206 ECU (Engine Control Unit)
    •    S206 twin scroll ball bearing turbocharger
    •    STI designed S206 sport muffler with lowered back pressure exhaust
    •    Large intercooler with S206 logo
    •    STI designed strengthened silicon intake duct
    •    STI designed air cleaner element
    •    S206 multi mode VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control)

    -Interior-

    •    S206 RECARO designed front bucket seat
    •    S206 seat fabric, ALCANTARA® with black punching / red base, leather seat support (dark gray) with silver stitch
    •    S206 door trim & centered arm rest (black ALCANTARA® with silver stitch)
    •    S206 dark red colored seat belt
    •    S206 silver side sill plate with S206 logo (front)
    •    S206 leather lapped steering wheel with STI logo and silver stitch
    •    STI designed leather shift knob with STI logo and leather shift boot
    •    S206 leather side brake boot
    •    STI designed push engine start switch (red with STI logo)
    •    S206 serial number plate (console, engine compartment)

    -Exterior-

    •    S206 large front under spoiler
    •    S206 front fender outlet grille
    •    Aluminum front hood
    •    STI designed trunk lip spoiler
    •    S206 badges on front grille and rear gate
    •    STI designed side garnish with STI logo (black metallic)

    -Exclusive for NBR CHALLENGE PACKAGE-

    •    Carbon roof
    •    S206 dry carbon rear spoiler (2 angle adjustable with S206 logo)
    •    BBS designed 19-inch x 8 1/2J cast aluminum wheels (black)
    •    S206 Nürburgring Challenge sticker (rear)
    •    S206 red side sill plate with S206 logo (front)

    < Marketing >

    •    Maximum 300 units (must be pre-ordered by May 7, 2012)
    •    [Including maximum 100 units of NBR CHALLENGE PACKAGE that must be pre-ordered by March 19, 2012]
    •    Pre-orders for the “NBR CHALLENGE PACKAGE” have reached the limit for units available.
    •    [Exterior color “Lightning Red” must be ordered by February 6, 2012]

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru Impreza WRX STI with a lap record at Isle of Man

    Mark Higgins set a new lap record on the Isle of Man circuit with Subaru Impreza WRX STI. The former rally chmapion stopped the clock at 19 minutes an 56.7 seconds for 60.83 km (37.8 mile) road course. The average speed was 182 km/h (113 mph) and a top speed of 261 km/h (162 mph).

    “Setting the record was both the most exhilarating and the most frightening thing I have ever done,” said Higgins

    “The rules allow for a flying start, so I crossed the line at 125mph. I then went down through the Bray Hill junction – normally taken at around 20mph – at over 150mph. Once that tricky section was out of the way I settled into the lap and quickly got used to the balance and sheer pace of the car.”, he added.

    “In the end the lap was simply fantastic, and the WRX STI behaved impeccably,” explained Higgins.

    Subaru Impreza WRX STI
    Subaru Impreza WRX STI

    “That we managed to set such an impressive time at our first attempt is a great tribute to the Subaru, especially given that so few modifications have been made. The engine pulled incredibly strongly throughout and the cornering capability proved crucial on such a twisty, unforgiving course.”, he finished.

    The new record is over 2 minutes faster, than the previous set 21 years ago by Tony Pond in a Rover 827 Vitesse.

    Subaru Impreza WRX STI is powered by a 2.5 liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol with 300PS (225 kw) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft). However, the model which Higgins raced has an MSA-spec T45 integrated roll cage, TRS race harness and a Lifeline fire extinguisher system.

    Source: Subaru

  • 2012 Subaru Impreza officially introduced

    At the display of 2011 New York International Auto Show, Subaru has officially took-off the wraps on its 2012 Subaru Impreza 4-door and 5-door models, introducing the US market the first ride to provide customers with “Enjoyment and Peace of Mind” through Subaru’s new “Confidence in Motion” brand statement.

    Developed under the theme ‘Redefining Value, Redefining Class’, the newly premiered ride is the fourth generation Impreza since the model’s debut in the distant 1992. For its design process, Subaru shares: „we focused on improving environmental friendliness and adapting to changes in customer’s values.” Thanks to these approach, the all-new Impreza showcases amazing reliability, handling, and safety features, as well as Subaru’s original Symmetrical AWD (All-Wheel Drive) system and high-end Boxer engine linked to a new Lineartronic transmission.

    On the inside, the 2012 Subaru Impreza boasts more spacious cabin with improved comfort and quality, but without an overall increase in size. Its bottom end of the A-pillar has been extended 200 mm toward the front and the wheelbase enlarged by 25 mm. According to Subaru, the 4-door model Impreza has enough trunk space to accommodate four golf bags, while the 5-door model is capable to accommodate three golf bags or a large baby stroller.

    In more details, the power compartment of the newly presented Impreza houses the third generation Subaru Boxer engine that debuted last year with a completely new design. It benefits improved fuel efficiency and  performance (36 mpg highway and 148 horsepower at 6,200 rpm), yet is mated to a new Lineartronic (CVT) 5-Speed Manual transmission.

    Subaru Impreza 2.0i limited 4-Door Exterior (2012)
    2012 Subaru Impreza

    2012 Subaru Impreza Major Specifications:

    • Overall Length x Width x Height (mm): 4,580 (4-door), 4,415 (5-door) x 1,740 x 1,465
    • Wheelbase (mm): 2,645
    • Track Front/Rear: 1,510/1,515
    • Vehicle Weight (kg): 1,320 (2.0i 4-door/5-door 5MT model)
    • Seating Capacity: 5

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru to debut 2012 Impreza at NY Auto Show

    Subaru has officially confirmed that an all-new, 2012 Subaru Impreza is coming at the upcoming New York International Auto Show. (more…)

  • Subaru BOXER Sports Car Concept

    Subaru has confirmed the 81st edition of Geneva Motor Show as official stage for the public debut of its Subaru ‘BOXER Sports Car Architecture’ Concept. The exciting new concept ride is a joint development with the Toyota Motor Corporation and it is based upon an all-new platform, revealing the renowned brand’s new design direction. (more…)