- Subaru launched a brand new Impreza particular version with STI upgrades in Australia.
- The Impreza S-Design rides on 18-inch Enkei wheels and beneficial properties sharper aero.
- Manufacturing is restricted to 100 items, priced from AU$42,490 or roughly US$27,700.
Regardless of having a wealthy heritage in rallying, the present, sixth-generation Subaru Impreza by no means bought a correct performance-focused model. Nonetheless, Subaru Australia simply launched a particular version that spices up the design of the hatchback utilizing STI equipment.
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The Impreza S-Version seems to be much like the STI Efficiency Elements prototype proven on the Tokyo Auto Salon 2023. Its most eye-catching function is a set of 18-inch black Enkei alloy wheels, every accented with a purple STI emblem on the hubcaps.
Design Tweaks with STI Aptitude
The upgraded wheels are paired with a handful of aerodynamic parts, together with a entrance splitter, rear skirt, and roof spoiler, all completed in shiny black. A brand new sports activities grille with a singular mesh sample additional distinguishes the S-Version. Consumers are restricted to 3 paint selections: Pure Purple, Crystal Black Silica, or Crystal White Pearl.
Subaru has additionally added an STI-branded begin button and an identical shift knob to make the cabin of the Impreza somewhat bit extra fascinating. It’s value noting that all the aforementioned upgrades had been already out there as choices within the Australian configurator, however that is the primary time they had been bundled collectively in a particular version.
Subaru Impreza S-Version
Efficiency Stays the Identical
Regardless of Subaru’s declare that the Impreza S-Version “channels racing spirit from grille to tail,” there aren’t any mechanical upgrades beneath the floor. The automotive is mechanically similar to the Impreza AWD 2.0S, powered by a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter boxer engine delivering 154 hp (115 kW / 156 PS). Not like patrons within the US, Australians miss out on the extra highly effective 2.5-liter boxer possibility.
Energy is shipped by means of a Lineartronic CVT to Subaru’s Symmetrical AWD system. The suspension and brakes stay unchanged, although homeowners can go for a versatile tower bar so as to add a contact extra rigidity.
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Subaru will solely supply 100 items of the Impreza S-Version in Australia. In response to CarExpert, the particular version is priced at AU$ 42,490 (US$ 27,700) earlier than on-road prices, which makes it AU$ 3,500 (US$ 2,300) dearer than the Impreza AWD 2.0S regardless of including round AU$ 6,500 (US$ 4,200) of additional equipment.
In addition to the Impreza, the corporate has additionally proven a particular version of its crossover sibling. The Crosstrek Onyx is fitted with 18-inch alloy wheels completed in darkish metallic, and a black rear spoiler. This mannequin is priced at AU$ 43,890 ($28,500), making it AU$ 1,500 (US$ 975) pricier than the common Crosstrek AWD 2.0S trim it’s primarily based on.
