New Subaru WRX STI will get more than 300 hp

The new generation Subaru WRX and WRX STI (these models will no longer have the Impreza prefix in the name) will be equipped with four-cylinder boxer engine with a turbocharger.According to American magazine Car and Driver, the amount of this power unit was 2.0 liters, and its capacity will exceed 300 hp for version WRX STI (note that now has a Subaru WRX powertrain 2.5-liter that produces 265 hp, and under the hood lurks WRX STI 300 "horses").

Furthermore, the new WRX and WRX STI will weigh less than their predecessors, and, most of all, the design of these machines will be quite different from the normal Impreza - so the Japanese want to make WRX and WRX STI models separate and not "charged" version of the standard Impreza, as they are now perceived by some customers.

Coupe Subaru BRZ: first official pictures

Japanese company has finally unveiled images of its sports coupe, jointly developed with Toyota.Shown in these shots is the status of the design concept, but there is no doubt that the production version will look exactly the same. Its premiere will be held at the Tokyo Motor Show, which opens on November 30.

As you can see, the style of Subaru BRZ was more angular and aggressive than its sister modelToyota FT -86 (pictured below).

Although the technical specifications not officially announced, the Network has leaked all the major parameters. Under the hood - 2-liter naturally aspirated "boxer". Estimated power - 200 hp and torque - 205 Nm. In general, the crazy dynamics should not wait. It can be assumed that the novelty will present to the public as a stylish alternative to the "hot" hatchback-class golf, having comparable power. However, in contrast, the Japanese drive sports coupe - the rear wheels, so that we may provide excellent sporting habits in high-speed cornering.

Box - or 6-step "mechanics" or automatic transmission with the same number of stages.Differential - limited slip.

If we compare the size of the machine, such as the Audi TT , the novelty of about 6 cm long by 8 cm below and 5 cm narrower. The exact dimensions of the Subaru BRZ : 4234h1800h1280 mm.Wheelbase - 2570 mm, while the TT - 2468 mm.

Subaru will collect in Russia

Company Subaru is going to start assembling its cars in Russia, which will allow the firm to be more competitive in our market. According to "Gazety.ru" Subaru assembly will begin in 2014 at the facilities of the enterprise "Avtotor". It is assumed that with the Subaru "Avtotor" build so-called "small-format" works, which will be able to produce 35,000 cars a year.

To be sure, "Avtotor" is currently one of the largest car manufacturers in Russia. Now Kaliningrad collect cars of BMW, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Opel, Kia, Hyundai. And the appearance of the list Subaru brand is not a sensation. Most likely, the first stage in Russia will make models of the Forester and Outback, although in the future range can be expanded - it all depends on the demand.

Subaru Forester is testing a new

The main challenge for Subaru engineers today is the release of a new generation Forester - it is expected that this model will be available in the middle of next year, and its prime minister can be held in January at the Auto Show in Detroit.

However, in the heart of the new Forester, is likely to be old platform, although it will undergo a significant upgrade. This means that the model will continue to act in crossover segment (there were suggestions that after the Japanese model XV Forester transferred to the class of "real" off-road). Despite the presence of the old "truck", the new "Forik" will be slightly larger than the current model, so it does not only increase the size of the trunk, but the interior will be slightly larger.

How will the next generation of Subaru Forester , is not yet known. But Spies managed to make the first photo of the interior of this model. And it is clear that the interior Forester, like all other Subaru, will be the same richness finish and exquisite design - Subaru is very conservative.

Subaru Tribeca production ends

Large SUV Subaru Tribeca can go to retire in the near future. According to the magazine Motor Trend, production crossover will be completed in late 2012. SUV popularity is plummeting, while the sales of competitors grow.

According to a source close to the leadership of Fuji Heavy Industries, Subaru last year managed to sell only 2791 Tribeca, while Toyota was able to realize 92,000 copies of its crossover Highlander. In view of these disappointing figures, producing Tribeca does not make sense, and should focus on new products that can save the day. One of the main "locomotives» Subaru to become a compact crossover XV.  However, official confirmation of this information from the Japanese automaker has not yet been reported. Moreover, representatives of Subaru stated that while Tribeca is on the line, and sales of crossovers continue. Recall, the starting price Subaru Tribeca in Russia is 2,087,300 rubles. The car comes with a 3.6-liter 258-horsepower gasoline V6, and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

Updated the Subaru Legacy and Outback

Since the debut of the current generation Legacy sedan and Outback wagon-road three years have passed and it's time for the emergence of restyled versions. External changes did not stop, but, first of all, pay attention to themselves, of course, the new design features.Expressions "faces" of these models greatly changed: the radiator grille is not compare with smiles, bumpers are more aggressive, and the "look" headlights became more concentrated. In the photo above - new, bottom - dorestaylingovaya version.

As part of the most remarkable technology innovation - is a security system EyeSight, which is using a stereo camera tracks the space in front of the car and "see" all the obstacles on the road and counting. Electronics not only keeps the vehicle in its lane and slows down when running ahead of the machine slows down, but the ability to apply the emergency brake in case of contingency. States that it responds to even pedestrian crosses the street.

As for the range of engines, has announced the information only for the American market. Cars have a 2.5-liter "four" new generation. As before, the engine develops 173 hp (In the U.S. version), but the increased traction at low revs and fuel consumption. The exact figures will be announced in a few days, the updated Legacy and Outback will debut at the Auto Show in New York.

Masthead 2.5 turbo engine, posing 265 hp, withdrew from the production. Now plays the role of the flagship 3.6-liter "atmosfernik" power of 256 power.

Redesigned suspension, and significantly increased body rigidity, which should positively affect the habits of sports cars. How improved manageability, we have yet to learn, and how to behave on the road dorestaylingovye machines, we have done a lot in his time. Details - in the material "The opposition New Subaru Legacy and Outback" .

Subaru BRZ STI ponders

Recently, we tested a very unusual creation by Subaru and Toyota, rear-drive coupe BRZ.Learn about the features of this machine, you can in the article " Atypical euphoria ", well, now we will focus on a more powerful version with index dvuhdverki STI.

The appearance of the charged coupe commented marketing manager Subaru Atoshi attacks.According to him, the Japanese will create a more powerful version of the BRZ, but the turbine is out of the question. Model will be equipped atmosfernik! The fact is that under the hood of new items is very difficult to place the intercooler, without which the installation of the turbine will be virtually useless. Radical increase in power to achieve it does not, and the cost of the car will increase significantly. The second factor against the turbine - the unwillingness of Japanese buyers select a Subaru Impreza WRX STI . Nevertheless, the top manager of the brand speaks of the atmospheric engine with a capacity of 250 hp instead of 200 on a normal BRZ. STI version will get a more aggressive appearance, and through the use of lightweight seats, carboxylic roof and hood, the car's weight does not exceed 1250 kg. Add aerodynamic elements, 18-inch alloy wheels, suspension will be a little tougher. Also, there will be changes in the brake system.    But it does not consider the creation of the Japanese all-wheel drive version of the coupe by cost. But on the gig, they are already thinking ...