Subaru has announced its lineup for the 2024 Tokyo Motor Show, which features STI emblems. The most attractive display is the Subaru WRX S4 STI Sport♯ concept car, which features a special edition of the functional sedan with improved handling. The production is limited and will likely remain a matter unique to Japan.
The automaker published a single teaser shot of the WRX S4 STI Sport♯, focusing on its tail. The prototype is based on the Subaru WRX S4 STI Sport R EX which is the flagship trim level of the WRX in Japan. However, it appears to ride on a new set of BBS-style wheels, while the ducktail spoiler on the trunk looks slightly different. Finally, the WRX, S4, and Symmetrical AWD emblems are finished in black instead of chrome.
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We don’t know if the special edition will include any other special touches on the outside and inside, but judging by the description, there will be some changes under the skin. Subaru has promised that the WRX S4 STI Sport♯ will offer “enhanced handling” and a “premium driving feel”, hinting at chassis improvements. The changes are that there will be no changes to the power train, as all versions of the Subaru WRX JDM-Spec come with the same 2. 4-liter and 4-liter turbocharged engine. Boxer cylinder. The engine produces 271 hp (202 kW / 275 hp) and 375 Nm (276. 6 lb-ft) of torque and is mated exclusively to a CVT automatic transmission that sends power to all 4 wheels of Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel-drive system.
Subaru will also showcase a traditional example of the BRZ STI Sport with a carbon rear spoiler and the Levorg Layback STI Performance with various sporty-looking accessories. The rest of the lineup for this year’s Tokyo Motor Show will come with a trio of races. cars: the BRZ GT300 of the Super GT Championship, the Team SDA Engineering BRZ CNF Concept of the 2023 Super Taikyu Series and the WRX NBR Challenge 2024.
We will learn more about the aforementioned models at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, or a bit earlier than that on Subaru’s dedicated website. The show will take place between January 12 and 14 at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba.