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  • 2015 Subaru WRX Teased Ahead Of Official Reveal

    2015-subaru-wrx-THUMBSubaru has just announced that it will exhibit the 2015 Subaru WRX at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show. The specifications in the model were made specifically for the US market, and in fact the car is making its world debut at the event.

    The iconic Subaru’s AWD performance vehicle will be officially unveiled at the press briefing scheduled on 20th of November. A week ahead of the happening, the brand is also releasing a teaser image of the 2015 WRX, revealing its hood and front.

    As one can see, the car includes more aggressive stance thanks to its rugged forms and imposing red paint finish. Subaru hasn’t released yet any details about the WRX but we expect to do it on the official reveal.

    Next, to the all-new WRX, a design concept model will also make its world premiere. With both vehicles, the brand will stay committed to its statement: “Confidence in Motion” and will continue to pursue further growth and offer customers a future vision of “driving enjoyment and peace of mind”.

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru Announces Pricing For 2014 WRX And WRX STI

    2014-Subaru-WRX-THUMB2014 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are going on sale today. The iconic WRX will now deliver its biggest performance value in a competitive set. The car for the model year 2014 will offer to its customers more power and all-wheel drive.

    The engine under the hood of this Subaru is the 2.5-liter turbocharged/intercooled four-cylinder BOXER one, which generates 265 horsepower (195 kW) and 331 Nm (244 lb.-ft.) of torque. The unit is mated to a five-speed manual transmission and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive System.

    The latter utilizes viscous coupling locking center differential, which splits the power 50:50 under normal traction conditions. In case of a wheel slippage, the center differential transmits the power to the wheels with the best traction.

    In addition, the standard equipment for this vehicle features sport-tuned suspension, 17-inch alloy wheels and an AM/FM/CD stereo with six speakers, Bluetooth® audio streaming and hands-free phone connectivity and iPod® control.

    Furthermore, there is an option package WRX Premium which delivers more comfort. It comprises of fog lights, a power moonroof and body-color trunk spoiler. All five-door models have a rear spoiler. The All-Weather Package is also standard and it features heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors and a windshield wiper de-icer.

    2014 Subaru WRX Limited adds leather-trimmed upholstery and high-intensity discharged (HID) headlights. The option package here will offer its customers the addition of Navigation System with AHA Connected service, which includes a 6.1-in. touch screen, voice-activated controls, SMS text messaging, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, iTunes® tagging, SD card map upgrades.

    Next, the 2014 Subaru WRX STI takes the company’s rally-bred road performance to the highest level. It is equipped with 305 horsepower (225 kW) turbocharged/intercooled Boxer engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Also standard on this model are the performance suspension and the exclusive Multi-Mode Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD) version of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive.

    Moreover, the WRX STI also includes Brembo® Performance Brake System, Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE) and Multi-Mode Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) system which features track performance-optimized mode.

    All WRX STI models include as a standard HID headlights and the All-Weather Package. The latter comprises of heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors and a windshield wiper de-icer. Also standard here are the BBS® forged aluminum-alloy wheels, along with fog lights, rear window wiper/washer and special cargo area features.

    The Limited edition of this model add on the standard specification the following: power moonroof, fog lights, leather upholstery and BBS wheels. As an option, there is being offered Navigation System.

    Brand’s iconic line of sport models has a starting of $25 995.

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru Releases WRX tS Type RA NBR Challenge Package

    Subaru-WRX-tS-Type-RA-NBR-Challenge-Package-THUMBSubaru has just announced the release the exclusive Subaru WRX STI tS TYPE RA, which in addition is currently going one sale through the dealerships in Japan. The architecture of the new car focuses on suspension tuning.

    In addition there are also especially-made items for this performance edition which has been adopted for its exterior and interior designs based on the 4-door WRX STI spec C. The driving was dynamics were also enhanced via sharper handling response.

    Furthermore, there are also included quick steering gearbox (steering gear ratio 11:1), “Brembo” front monoblock opposed 6-pot brake calipers and grooved disc rotors. They all contribute achieving higher driving performance. The tuning of chassis and body performance combined with STI’s unique flexible parts, basic vehicle attributes such as “running”, “turning” and “stopping” have been harmonized at a high level.

    The car comes with “Tangerine Orange Pearl” exterior color and also has some detailed elements such as a “tS” ornament. The exquisite body color contrasts the black colored door mirror cover, side garnish and aluminum wheel, contributing to a sharper and more aggressive visual stance.

    Another highlight is the NBR Challenge Package for this model, which includes special equipments such as a STI designed dry carbon rear spoiler, “BBS” designed 18-inch forged aluminum wheels and “Recaro” designed front bucket seat with Alcantara®.

    Subaru WRX tS Type RA NBR Challenge Package Details:

    Mechanism:

    • STI tuned upside down strut and STI coil springs for front suspension
    • STI tuned damper and STI coil springs for rear suspension
    • STI designed lateral link with pillow ball bush (front inside, rear inside) Brembo front monoblock opposed 6-pot brake caliper (gold with STI logo) Brembo front 18-inch 2 piece type grooved disc rotor
    • Brembo rear opposed 2-pot brake caliper (gold with STI logo) Brembo rear 17-inch grooved disc rotor
    • Exclusively-tuned Potenza RE070 245/40R18 tires
    • STI designed 18-inch x 8 1/2J aluminum wheels (black) STI designed flexible tower bar, front
    • STI designed flexible draw stiffener, front & rear
    • STI designed support, front kit
    • STI designed flexible support, rear
    • Exclusively-made quick steering gearbox (steering gear ratio 11:1)

    Exterior:

    • STI designed front under spoiler
    • Exclusively-made “tS” ornament (front & rear), “TYPE RA” ornament (rear) and “STI” ornament (rear) STI designed side garnish with STI logo (black)
    • Black colored electric folding door mirror with LED side turn signal lamp

    Interior:

    • Exclusively-made leather lapped steering wheel with red stitch
    • STI designed leather shift knob with “STI” logo Front bucket seat with STI logo and red stitch Exclusively-made side sill plate with “tS” logo (front) STI designed leather key ring (red)

    Equipment for NBR Challenge Package:

    • STI designed dry carbon rear spoiler (2 angle adjustable)
    • BBS designed 18-inch x 8 1/2J forged aluminum wheels (black) Exclusively-made Nürburgring Challenge sticker (side)
    • Recaro designed front bucket seat with STI logo and red stitch (Alcantara® / Leather)

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru WRX Concept

    Subaru has released some nice pictures of their all-new performance concept car. This will be the next generation WRX car.

    It looks a lot different than the Impreza. The front boasts a prominent front grille, a big front hood intake and aggressive headlights. The car is a lot lower and wider than the current saloon model. The roof is made from carbon fiber for lower weight and better handling. At the rear, there is a new trunk lid with a built-in lip spoiler.

    Last, but not least, Subaru fitted the Concept with quad sports exhaust system with nice fluorescent yellow finish. We can see the same finish on the brake calipers and WRX badging.

    The exterior is finished in Blue Pearl III paint.

    There is also a set of 20” BBS forged alloy wheels fitted with Dunlop performance tires.

    Nothing is mentioned about the engine, but we are expected over 300HP from 2.0 liter turbocharged engine.

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    Source: Subaru

  • 2013 Subaru WRX STI with Engine Upgrade

    2013-Subaru-WRX-STI-THUMBThe high-performance 2013 Subaru WRX STI, and in particular the WRX STI 340R model, is now offered with additional engine upgrade and high-performance All-Wheel Drive.

    The new 340R delivers 340 hp (250 kW) and 490 Nm (362 lb-ft) of torque. This in fact means that the power has been enhanced with respectively 40 hp (30 hp) and 83 Nm (61 kW) over the standard WRX STI model. The result is that the 340R is now one of the fastest point-to-point cars on the road.

    In details, the 340R power upgrade includes different ECU settings to allow the 2.5-litre horizontally-opposed, four-cylinder Boxer engine to generate more power. In addition, the airflow has improved as a result of a new exhaust system.

    More details here are that the new Subaru model can accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds. It also benefits from the advanced All-Wheel Drive technology, Torsen rear differential, fully-independent front and rear suspension and four-door saloon practicality.

    The price of 2013 Subaru WRX STI starts at £26 995.

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    2013 Subaru WRX STI

    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.

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    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