2015 Subaru WRX (All New including the engine)

2015 Subaru WRX is all new, but no hatchback so far, the sedan version is the only version currently available. Before talking more about how great this new car is mechanically I will voice my only complaint the styling. Yawn, very average any way you look at it, even the huge rear wing can't make this car look sporty although it most certainly is.



Now to the good stuff.
The 2015 WRX is using a new direct injection 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder with an intercooled twin-scroll turbocharger. Engine output is 268 horsepower, with peak torque of 258 pound-feet from 2,000 rpm to 5,200 rpm.

Either a manual or a continuously variable transmission (CVT automatic) can be fitted on the 2015 WRX. Subaru's all-wheel drive system is one of the best if not the best in the world, especially at this price point. Depending on your choice in transmission there are different versions of Subaru's all-wheel drive. The six-speed manual gearbox gets you an all-wheel-drive system that has a viscous coupling at the center differential. It splits power 50/50 front and rear, it can also shuffle torque side to side as required.
The CVT automatic gets a set of eight pre-selected transmission ratios the all-wheel-drive system distribution is set to 45/55 front and rear respectively. Also has the variable torque distribution, adjusting side to side with the ability to reroute torque as required.

The 2015 WRX is now using electric power steering and a rear view camera. It will be riding on a set of 17 inch 45 aspect rubber.

Crash safety just as in all Subaru models is excellent according to IIHS and very good according to the NHTSA.

The base manual 2015 WRX starts at just $27,090 US, an incredible value for the money mechanically, that is if you don't mind the bland styling.



If you would like to read the full article as well as get more information on interior features and the overall professional rating click on thecarconnection link: http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/subaru_wrx_2015 (224 pictures are posted there)