Subaru Teases New WRX STI Sport♯ Restricted Version For Japan With Dealing with Upgrades

The brand new particular version of the WRX will debut in prototype type on the Tokyo Auto Salon

Subaru introduced its lineup for the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, which doesn’t come type of STI emblems. Essentially the most attention-grabbing exhibit is the Subaru WRX S4 STI Sport♯ prototype which previews a particular version of the efficiency sedan with dealing with upgrades. The mannequin is destined for a restricted manufacturing run, and can more than likely stay a Japan-only affair.

The automaker printed a single teaser shot of the WRX S4 STI Sport♯, specializing in its tail. The prototype relies on the Subaru WRX S4 STI Sport R EX which is the flagship trim stage of the WRX in Japan. Nonetheless, it seems to trip on a brand new set of BBS-style wheels, whereas the ducktail spoiler on the trunk appears to be like barely totally different. Lastly, the WRX, S4, and Symmetrical AWD emblems are completed in black as a substitute of chrome.

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We don’t know if the particular version will function different particular touches on the outside and the inside, however judging from the outline, there will probably be a couple of modifications beneath the pores and skin. Subaru promised that the WRX S4 STI Sport♯, will supply “enhanced dealing with” and a “premium drive really feel” hinting at chassis upgrades. Adjustments are there received’t be any tweaks on the powertrain, as all variations of the JDM-Spec Subaru WRX are fitted with the identical turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder boxer. The mill produces 271 hp (202 kW / 275 PS) and 375 Nm (276.6 lb-ft) of torque and is completely mated to a CVT automated sending energy to all 4 wheels with the assistance of Subaru’s symmetrical AWD system.

Subaru will even showcase a custom-made instance of the BRZ STI Sport with a carbon rear spoiler, and the Levorg Layback STI Efficiency that includes a number of sporty-looking equipment. The remainder of the lineup for this 12 months’s Tokyo Auto Salon will embrace a trio of racecars – the BRZ GT300 from the Tremendous GT championship, the Staff SDA Engineering BRZ CNF Idea from the Tremendous Taikyu Sequence 2023, and the WRX NBR Problem 2024.

We are going to study extra concerning the aforementioned fashions on the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, or a bit sooner than that on Subaru’s devoted web site. The present will happen between January 12 and 14 on the Makuhari Messe in Chiba.

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