Subaru is already gearing up for the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon. The Japanese marque is bringing a lineup of STI-tuned models into the limelight, including the newly introduced hybrid version of the Crosstrek, as well as future racecars that will compete for the star-spangled marque in various disciplines.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
- Base MSRP
- $25,195
- Engine
- 2.0L Flat 4 Gas
- Horsepower
- 152 hp
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel Economy
- 27/34 MPG
Headlining Subaru’s booth is the BRZ STI Sport Purple Edition, a special version of the JDM-spec BRZ STI Sport. Just like the US-spec Series.Purple BRZ, the BRZ STI Sport Puple Edition comes with a striking Galaxy Purple Pearl exterior and equipped with STI performance parts, though we’ve yet to see if it has the same specifications as what we have in America. It will be available in limited numbers in Japan.
A Barrage Of STI-Tuned Models
Apart from the BRZ, Subaru will also brand the latest Crosstrek Strong Hybrid, known in Japan as the S:HEV, with its STI name, which will come with STI performance parts. Introduced a few months back, Subaru’s new hybrid system was derived from Toyota’s system but with modifications endemic to Subaru’s identity. The automaker has yet to disclose details about the STI transformation, but we’re counting on the use of the word “performance” in its press release.
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Other STI branded models that Subary will introduce at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon include the WRX S4 STI Sport R-Black Limited STI Performance, a souped-up version of the facelifted WRX for Japan, and the Levorg Layback Black Selection STI Performance, the STI-equipped lifted version of the jacked-up WRX wagon, another American forbidden fruit.
Subaru Racecars At The Limelight
Subaru’s foray into the world of motorsports is also highlighted at the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon, though details are scarce for now. The Subaru BRZ GT300 2025 will be competing in the Super GT Championship’s GT300 Class, while the WRX NBR Challenge 2025, designed for the Nürburgring 24 Hours in the SP4T class. Last but definitely not the least, Subaru will be showcasing a so-called High Performance X Future Concept, a prototype for the Super Taikyu Series.
The 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon is happening on January 10-12, 2025, so we’ll soon know more about these cars by then.
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