Subaru WRX fans the wait is over! The fourth generation Subaru WRX has been launched in Australia. The 2.0 litre turbocharged engine is capable of 197 kW/5600 rpm, 350 Nm/2400-5200 rpm. Big news that may upset some WRX fans is that for the first time in 1o year’s buyers can now get the WRX with an Automatic transmission.
The 2014 Subaru WRX has All-Wheel Drive, fully re-tuned suspension, stiffened structure, upgraded brakes, quicker steering ratio and Active Torque Vectoring. The exterior has, LED headlights with halogen high-beam, LED rear lights, keyless access touch sensor, and new styled pattern alloy wheels.
Inside the new Subaru WRX is larger than the outgoing model with the cabin 25mm longer and 15mm wider, cargo space has been increased by 40-litres to 460-litres. AM/FM radio, single in-dash CD, MP3/WMA compatible, six speakers, AUX jack +USB port, Bluetooth audio streaming, Climate control air conditioning and Cruise control. All models receive a reversing camera as standard, the multi-function steering wheel includes Multi-Information Display, audio and cruise control switches and, in Sport Lineartronic CVT variants, SI-Drive switches.
Subaru Australia Managing Director, Nick Senior, said: “Twenty years ago this month, we introduced the WRX.
“Since then it has become an iconic name in Australian motoring, synonymous with value for money and a vehicle that has unquestioned performance credentials, matched with reliability that competitors envy.
“Combined with all these amazing new technologies, we can see sales growth potential with WRX.
“Additionally, WRX?s appeal will significantly broaden with the introduction of the Sport Lineartronic CVT.
“Buyers now have the choice of the six-speed manual for optimum driver involvement, or the convenience of an incredibly responsive sport CVT.
“Australia is the third biggest market worldwide for WRX and we have sold more than 37,600 since 1994, so it has massive appeal in this market, where it established the so-called pocket-rocket category.
“While many have challenged, WRX remains a constant sales success and this new version retains that „bang for your buck? essence.”
WRX sedan manual $38,990 (saving of $1000 versus
MY14)
WRX sedan Lineartronic CVT $40,990
WRX Premium sedan manual $43,990
WRX Premium sedan Lineartronic CVT $45,990
Carshowroom.com.au is at the national launch of the Subaru WRX in Tasmania, check back tomorrow for our full review.
