The latest evolution of the famous Subaru Impreza WRX, the S206, will be officially unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show in just a few days, and it is likely to be the last version ever of a model that is approaching the end of its commercial life. The Impreza WRX STi S206 will be produced in 200 ’standard’ units plus 100 models equipped with the NBR Challenge package, all of which have already been sold.
In comparison to the ‘regular’ Impreza WRX, the STi S206 features a slightly different bodywork and an upgraded version of the standard 2.0 boxer engine, which boosts the output of the car from 300 hp/407 Nm up to 320 hp/431 Nm. This improvement is mainly due to the new turbocharger, the re-calibrated ECU and some re-designed parts of the engine itself, namely crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods.
The model also uses 19″ alloys fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sports performance tyres (size 245/35 on both axles), braking system by Brembo and Alcantara racing seats. The aforementioned NBR Challenge package tops it all up with roof and huge rear wing made of carbon fibre, 19″ super-light alloy wheels courtesy of BBS and some Nurburgring decal.
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