Subaru BRZ Concept STI offers first look at FT-86 clone

Subaru BRZ Concept STI offers first look at FT-86 clone


The Toyota FT-86 gets all the attention, but the reality is that this new rear-wheel-drive sports car is a joint venture between Toyota and Subaru, in the interests of cutting costs. This is the first time that the Subaru version is getting the spotlight, to be shown at upcoming auto shows.

The 2013 Subaru BRZ, seen here in “Concept STI” form, is nearly identical to the FT-86, except for some minor styling differences and that big rear wing. One would’ve expected the “STI” version at least to have a turbocharged 300 hp engine and all-wheel-drive, but the mechanicals are identical to the FT-86, with a 200 hp 2.0-litre engine, good for an “estimated” 230 Nm of torque, sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual or automatic. Their target weight is under 1200 kg for a 0-100 kph time of under 6.5 seconds, which remains to be seen.

Expect the Toyota version to come to the UAE, and the Subaru version, not so much.

What do you think?

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Comments

  1. Side mirrors are cool. Could see the whole world behind…;)

  2. I don’t get it why they need a 200HP version and 300HP version…….

  3. That 230Nm of torque and that weight under 1200Kg seems to be too optimistic.

  4. Marvellous but its not for the ordinary..

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