The updated Subaru WRX and WRX STI are coming to the Philippines. Motor Image Pilipinas, the Japanese carmaker's local distributor, has announced the two models will be available by early September 2017. Both AWD cars come in the middle of what has been a very busy year for Subaru, which brought in the all-new Impreza and refreshed BRZ earlier this year. The all-new XV is also slated for its Philippine launch this coming September. First seen at the 2017 Detroit International Auto Show, the WRX and its STI sibling come with a variety of aesthetic and performance enhancements. The front-end has been given a restyled grille, a meaner fascia, and LED steering responsive headlights. Unfortunately, those of you expecting to ride on the model's first-ever 19-inch alloys (as seen in US-spec units) will be disappointed, as both the WRX and STI only come with 18-inch wheels. Meanwhile, the interiors get better materials and an updated trim on the dash and doors. STI models will get dimpled leather steering wheels with red stitching, too. Entertainment duties are handled by a six-speaker setup and an infotainment touchscreen with Bluetooth and voice command capability. The WRX is still powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline boxer enginewith an output of 264hp and 350Nm good for a top speed of either 215kph for the base 6MT variant, or 240kph for the Sport Lineartronic model. Likewise, the STI gets no extra output from its 2.5-liter turbocharged boxer, which still produces 296hp and 407Nm--good for a top speed of 250kph. The STI will only come with a six-speed manual transmission. The same engine doesn't necessarily equate to the same performance, as both cars now come with high-performance Brembo brakes. The STI also has an improved driver-controlled center differential. Safety-wise, both vehicles are equipped with airbags from top to bottom, though rear vehicle detection is absent in base variants. Here's the best part: a Subaru representative has confirmed there will be no changes in price. *Subaru WRX 2.0 MT – P1,818,000 *Subaru WRX 2.0 CVT – P1,888,000 *Subaru WRX STI+W 2.5 MT – P2,498,000 *Subaru WRX STI 2.5 MT – P2,598,000 More looks and a bit more performance for the same price? That sounds like a pretty good deal to us. Are you excited for September yet? Article by : Top Gear Philippines
Coming off the recent reveal of the all-new Subaru Impreza in Singapore, it would seem that the Japanese carmaker already has a busy year planned. According to our interviews with Subaru officials in Singapore, the all-new Subaru XV is coming to our shores in 2017.
The global reveal of the all-new XV will happen at the Geneva International Motor Show this coming March. The last time we heard any updates on the XV was at last year's Geneva show. What we got was the concept car you see pictured above, which should give us some hint on what the new model will look like. For now, all we know is that it will be built on Subaru's new global platform, just like the all-new Impreza. Our region will see it up close in Taiwan later in the year. As for us Pinoys, we can expect the AWD crossover in the third quarter of 2017. Here, it will land right into a competitive market that includes rivals like the Honda HR-V and the Mazda CX-3. The segment is becoming more and more popular with Filipino buyers who want decent ground clearance from their rides. The all-new XV will add to the growing list of choices. Who's excited for the all-new XV? The wait is finally over for nine countries in Asia. Motor Image, the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the region, launched the all-new Subaru Impreza during the 2017 Singapore Motorshow. The 2016-2017 Japan Car of the Year awardee is set to make its local appearance in the Philippines at this year’s Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
The new Impreza features extended fender flares, hexagonal grille, and steering-responsive headlights. The vehicle is also the first model built on the new Subaru global platform. The brand’s new platform was designed to optimize the car’s structure and improve comfort starting with the Impreza, and for the next generation of Subaru cars to come. Four variants were introduced during the launch: a four-door and five-door 1.6i-S, as well as a four-door and five-door 2.0i-S. For now, Subaru is saying that only the four-door, 2.0i-S Impreza will be made available in the Philippines. The variant coming to our shores is equipped with Subaru’s boxer engine with direct injection putting out 154hp and 196Nm through a lineartronic CVT, and a symmetrical all-wheel drive system. For Pinoy buyers, the price is set at P1.38 million. The interior of the Impreza exudes sophistication with athletic elements, a design cue that the brand is known for. Aside from the spacious cabin and cargo room, the interior also boasts detailed stitching, an 8-inch touchscreen display, a 6.3-inch LCD display, and a smartphone-friendly infotainment system. Seven occupant protection airbags will come in as a standard feature, taking safety up a notch. You’ll be happy to know that the new Subaru is already available for reservation at local showrooms. |
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