Subaru BRZ STI Sport Concept Plays Games With Our Hearts
[Update: This post has been updated with live photos and more information]
Drivers have been asking for a Subaru BRZ STI since the little rear-drive sports coupe came into existence, but Subaru is toying with their emotions again.
Instead of giving enthusiasts what they want, the Japanese automaker has debuted a Subaru BRZ STI Sport Concept at the Tokyo Auto Salon. The concept has “STI-tuned driving performance” and unique trim inside and out. Details are scarce, but we can see red Brembo brake calipers, unique rims, and a slightly revised front design and body kit.
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The more important performance upgrades focus on the suspension and people holding their breath for a turbocharger or more power will be disappointed, as engine output stays the same. The coupe concept also gets a freer-flowing performance muffler.
This concept would be kind of cool, except it’s a far less extreme version of the other BRZ STI concept (below) we’ve seen before that got us much more excited. There’s also already a Performance Package upgrade in the U.S. that gives the BRZ similar upgrades, so this concept ends up being quite lame.
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NewGuy: Agree. (For some reason, I couldn't reply under your comment...) I drove the BRZ when it first came out and was ready to buy - except, it was just a little under-powered for me. Great in the twisty turns but, runs out of oomph too early in the straights. But, a turbo could easily be overkill for this car. It doesn't need that much more. A bit more space in the cylinder bore would be my preference.
lol! same ol same ol.