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Toggle this category Spy Shots: Subaru testing its version of FT-86 "Toyobaru" coupe in the Death Valley heat
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aekOne
@ 07 September 2010 - 10:53 AM |
We've read many reports lately having to do with Toyota's FT-86 rear-wheel drive sports coupe, but we mustn't forget that Subaru will be getting its own version of this new two-door – it is a joint venture, after all. Our spies have captured this obviously Subaru-bodied mule out testing in Death Valley, showing that things are still on track for the "Toyobaru" to come to market in the near future.
Details are still very slim on what Subaru's version of the FT-86 will offer, and contrary to the brand's image, the new coupe may not be available with all-wheel drive. If that's the case, Subaru will have to offer a lot more in the way of styling (and perhaps power) to differentiate it from its Toyota sister. This latest prototype has sprouted a hood scoop not seen on earlier test cars, suggesting that a top-mount intercooler could be underhood, though it's also possible that this is just the result of some WRX/STI parts being used for camouflage purposes.
Toyota is expected to launch its version of the FT-86 in November of 2011, so keep your fingers crossed for Subaru's version to drop around the same time. For now, see a glimpse of what's to come in our high-res gallery of spy shots below.
More spy pics can be found here: http://www.autoblog....-coupe/#3321731
This info and more can be found at: http://www.autoblog.com
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Toggle this category Subaru Bringing All-New Boxer Engine To Market In Late 2010
| Posted By:
aekOne
@ 06 September 2010 - 09:57 PM |
Nikkei Sangyo, Japanese business daily, has reported a new engine to be used in the Liberty sedan, Impreza and the Exiga, will be launched by the end of the year.
A spokesman from Fuji Heavy Industries – Subaru’s parent company – has confirmed a new engine will be introduced by the end of the year and that it will be 10 percent more fuel efficient than the existing engine.
No official specifications have been released, although, according to Nikkei Sangyo the new engine will be a four-cylinder boxer sized between 2.0-2.5 litres. Reports say the new engine will be developed with a serious focus on fuel efficiency, using a constantly variable transmission to improve consumption figures.
Although the engine may share similar specifications to the motor used in the current crop, the company hasn’t produced a completely overhauled engine for 20 years. Sources are also saying the new engine could be the one, or at least based on the one, that was exhibited at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show in the Subaru Hybrid Tourer Concept.
This used a petrol 2.0-litre boxer using direct injection and a turbocharger. Other new technologies to coincide with the release of the new engine will be a stop/start system, along with the CVT gearbox and direct injection.
Subaru has always struggled when it comes to fuel economy due to the constant four-wheel drive system that uses a lot of the engine’s power. Take the Subaru WRX for example. The current model uses an average of 10.4 litres of fuel per 100km whereas the Volkswagon Golf GTI – a common rival to the WRX and in the same price range – uses an average of 7.7L/100km. The WRX is one second quicker to 100km/h though (5.9 seconds versus the Golf’s 6.9 seconds). But it will be great to see Subaru step up to the mark in this area making it an excellent all-round proposition.
There’s no denying Subaru’s four-wheel drive safety though. Almost all of the rivals don’t offer such reassurance. We’ll keep you updated with more information about the new engine as its release approaches.
This info and more can be found at: http://www.caradvice.com.au
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