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Subaru WRX STI S210: Kebangkitan Ikon Berprestasi Tinggi

Hampir tiga tahun selepas Subaru mengumumkan ketiadaan versi STI sebenar untuk WRX, pembuat kereta itu mengejutkan dunia automotif dengan pendedahan WRX STI S210 di Tokyo Auto Salon 2025. Dibangunkan sepenuhnya oleh Subaru Tecnica International (STI), model ini menonjol sebagai lambang falsafah STI, memenuhi janji Subaru untuk terus memberikan kenderaan berprestasi tinggi kepada peminat.

Prestasi yang Dipertingkat

Di bawah bonet, S210 dilengkapi enjin boxer 2.4-liter turbo yang telah direka semula:

Kuasa: 296hp pada 5,700 rpm
Tork: 375Nm pada 2,000 rpm
Angka ini menandakan peningkatan signifikan berbanding model WRX standard di Jepun. Walaupun kurang berkuasa daripada STI S209 (341hp, 450Nm) yang terakhir di Amerika Syarikat, peningkatan prestasi S210 diperoleh melalui:
Sistem ekzos dinaik taraf
Saluran masuk baharu
Penentukuran semula ECU

Kuasa ini disalurkan melalui Transmisi Prestasi Subaru — sistem CVT yang telah diperhalusi untuk mengendalikan output yang lebih tinggi.

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Subaru Unveils Special “Kuala Lumpur Edition” Livery For Tokyo Auto Salon Kuala Lumpur

TC Subaru Sdn. Bhd., the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in Malaysia, has announced its participation in this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon Kuala Lumpur, to be held at the Malaysian International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from 8 to 10 November 2024. In an event at APW Bangsar, Subaru’s dealers, partners, media, and fans were treated to an exclusive preview of the “Kuala Lumpur Edition” Subaru BRZ and Subaru WRX, featuring a special livery by Motorsport Playground and a limited-edition streetwear line by Pestle & Mortar Clothing (PMC).

Inspired by a cultural fusion of Japanese engineering and Malaysian heritage, the livery created by Motorsport Playground brings an artistic twist to the Subaru BRZ and WRX. The design integrates Malaysia’s iconic Songket patterns with intricate geometric shapes and rich symbolism, transforming these high-performance vehicles into vibrant symbols of tradition and modernity. The livery also features the Malaysian national flower, Bunga Raya, in place of the usual Sakura motifs, infusing the design with local pride.

The collaborative project extends beyond the vehicles, with PMC unveiling an exclusive streetwear collection that mirrors this cultural blend. Each piece in the line embodies the precision of Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary Malaysian design, offering a unique style that resonates with both motorsport fans and fashion enthusiasts.

In a further showcase of performance, Subaru took on a thrilling time attack challenge at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. The Subaru BRZ and WRX, under the expert preparation of TD Racing, completed the circuit with impressive times: the Subaru BRZ with manual transmission finished in 02:42:211, while the WRX with CVT clocked in at 02:43:472, driven by professional racer Freddie Ang.

Subaru’s presence at the Tokyo Auto Salon Kuala Lumpur will celebrate innovation, performance, and cultural fusion. The “Kuala Lumpur Edition” vehicles and PMC’s streetwear collection will be available for sale from 8 to 10 November 2024 at MITEC, offering fans a chance to own a piece of this unique collaboration.

Limited-Edition Subaru WRX S4 STI Sport Unveiled for Japanese Market

Subaru has announced the launch of a new limited-edition model, the WRX S4 STI Sport, aimed at the Japanese market. Limited to just 500 units, the special variant introduces a selection of unique features and styling enhancements, making it an exclusive offering for enthusiasts. The sales will be conducted through a lottery system, open for entries from January 12 to 28.

Distinctive Features

The WRX S4 STI Sport boasts several notable upgrades, including the fitment of 19-inch BBS forged wheels finished in Super Black and wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tires. The exterior showcases a revised black front grille, blacked-out badges, and a black lip spoiler on the decklid. Additional styling touches include Crystal Black Silica-painted wing mirrors and a roof antenna.

Performance Enhancements

Performance-wise, the limited-edition model benefits from a tower bar under the hood and a stiffening bar at the rear, contributing to an enhanced driving experience. Under the hood, it retains the 2.4-litre horizontally-opposed turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with a continuously variable transmission, delivering 271hp and 375Nm of torque.

Customised Interior

The WRX S4 STI Sport features a unique interior with a genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel adorned with silver stitching, shift boots showcasing silver stitching, and specially designed Recaro seats in the front. These seats are upholstered in ultra suede material with contrasting stitching, providing both comfort and a sporty aesthetic. The suede material extends to parts of the instrument panel, armrests, and centre console.

Exclusive Availability

Priced at 6,237,000 yen (RM198k), this limited edition WRX S4 STI Sport is anticipated to generate significant interest, with Subaru employing a lottery system for sales. The exclusivity of the model, coupled with its distinctive design elements, is likely to appeal to Subaru enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Subaru WRX S4 STI Sport: Edisi Terhad Untuk Jepun

Subaru memberikan kita “sneak peek” mengenai WRX S4 STI Sport yang akan datang sebelum debutnya di Tokyo Auto Salon 2024. Versi ini menawarkan beberapa peningkatan istimewa untuk sedan prestasi tersebut dan kemungkinan akan dihasilkan dalam jumlah terhad, mungkin hanya untuk pasaran Jepun. Prototaip ini memamerkan ciri-ciri unik seperti roda baru bergaya BBS dan spoiler ducktail yang diubah, memberikan sentuhan sporty.

Berdasarkan WRX S4 STI Sport R EX, yang merupakan varian teratas WRX di Jepun, edisi istimewa ini menjanjikan lebih dari sekadar penampilan. Subaru berkata bahawa ia akan memiliki “handling yang ditingkatkan” dan “rasa pandu premium,” dengan fokus untuk meningkatkan pengalaman memandu daripada membuat perubahan besar di bawah bonet.

WRX S4 STI Sport kemungkinan akan mengekalkan enjin empat silinder berkuasa turbo 2.4 liter yang sama yang terdapat dalam varian Subaru WRX lain di Jepun. Enjin ini menghasilkan 271hp dan 375Nm tork, dipadankan dengan transmisi automatik CVT, dan kuasa dihantar ke semua roda melalui sistem AWD simetri Subaru.

Kita akan dapat mengetahui lebih lanjut mengenai prototaip WRX S4 STI Sport di Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, yang berlangsung dari 12 hingga 14 Januari di Chiba.

Subaru Teases Limited-Edition WRX S4 STI Sport For Japan

Subaru has teased the WRX S4 STI Sport ahead of its debut at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024. This model previews a special edition of the performance sedan with notable handling upgrades, set for a limited production run. Although likely to remain exclusive to the Japanese market, the prototype hints at exciting changes.

The WRX S4 STI Sport prototype is based on the WRX S4 STI Sport R EX, the flagship trim of the WRX in Japan. The teaser image reveals distinctive features, including new BBS-style wheels and a modified ducktail spoiler on the trunk. Notably, the WRX, S4, and Symmetrical AWD emblems are finished in black, adding a touch of sportiness.

While specific details about the interior and other exterior enhancements remain undisclosed, Subaru promises more than just cosmetic changes. The WRX S4 STI Sport is touted to deliver “enhanced handling” and a “premium drive feel,” indicating significant chassis upgrades. The focus seems to be on refining the driving experience, with less emphasis on powertrain modifications.

Under the hood, the special edition is expected to retain the turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder boxer engine found in all JDM-Spec Subaru WRX variants. Generating 271hp and 375Nm of torque, the engine is paired with a CVT automatic transmission, and power is transmitted to all four wheels through Subaru’s symmetrical AWD system.

Details about the WRX S4 STI Sport prototype will be officially unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, scheduled for January 12-14 at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba.

Subaru launch WRX STI Final Edition

Subaru has introduced the WRX STI Final Edition as an official send-off for the current generation to make way for more efficient platforms that may involve electrification. The Japanese automaker will only be making 150 cars for the UK market, and it comes with the latest bells and whistles.

First of the lot is driving performance, which has been improved by changing from mechanical and electronic to fully electronic control of the Multi-Mode Driver’s Control Centre Differential (DCCD). This provides the vehicle with optimum cornering ability, by shifting power to the wheel that needs it most.

Wheel size has been increased to 19-inches to accommodate the larger Brembo brakes with yellow painted calipers. This new setup improve fade-resistance and brake performance as well as offer a consistent pedal feel. Subaru says that the improvement will prove exceptionally useful when driving at the car’s limit.

Visual disparities between the Final Edition and the regular WRX STI are subtle at best. It gets Final Edition badges and a redesigned front bumper that houses the lower grille blacked out with a geometric textured panel. The signature hexagonal grille has been sharpened with a black surround outline.

Inside, Subaru has given the car high gloss black inserts for the instrument panel, gear stick surround, door panels that complement the steering wheel with red stitching and red seat belts. The front seats are now heated, and a larger 5.9” multi-function display has been added to the top of the dash.

Like models that preceded it, the Final Edition gets bi-functional projector LED lights, with a single bulb enabling High Beam Assist to switch between high and low beam automatically. There’s a single-lens camera embedded in the font windscreen that detects on-coming traffic and this allows the headlights to switch to a different light intensities.

The Subaru WRX STI Final Edition has already gone on sale in the UK and it won’t be long before all 150 vehicles are snatched up.