Product Reviews Net » Subaru http://www.product-reviews.net Information on the latest gadgets, technology, news and product reviews Sun, 27 May 2012 11:45:01 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Subaru WRX STI 5 speed for Australia http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/07/08/subaru-wrx-sti-5-speed-for-australia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=subaru-wrx-sti-5-speed-for-australia http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/07/08/subaru-wrx-sti-5-speed-for-australia/#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:56:46 +0000 Daniel Chubb http://www.product-reviews.net/?p=103974 Picture the scene, a roar from the performance tuned turbo charged engine, all four wheels scrabbling for grip as the blistered bodywork rockets into the horizon. But wait there is something amiss, the driver still has both hands on the wheel without reaching down to up shift ? That’s right people its an automatic !

With apparent high demand, Subaru will now be offering its rally bred all-wheel drive, 300 bhp, WRX STI, in automatic for the Australian market. According to Subaru’s press release, MD Nick Senior, Subaru Australia says that due to an increase in inquires about an automatic option over the last two years, they are now delighted to be able to honour customers requests.

At the moment there is no plans for spreading the automatic version elsewhere, but according to Autoblog they wouldn’t be surprised to see it offered as an option over in the States. I don’t know about you but the word automatic doesn’t really fit with the ultimate driving experience. Tell us what you think, is there a place for an automatic WRX STI in your life or are you a clutch junkie ? Check out the link for the full press release.

Source: Autoblog

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]]> http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/07/08/subaru-wrx-sti-5-speed-for-australia/feed/ 0 New Subaru WRX STI sedan advert http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/04/07/new-subaru-wrx-sti-sedan-advert/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-subaru-wrx-sti-sedan-advert http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/04/07/new-subaru-wrx-sti-sedan-advert/#comments Wed, 07 Apr 2010 21:08:39 +0000 Daniel Chubb http://www.product-reviews.net/?p=97381 You may remember we reported last month about the new 2011 wide-body WRX STI, well here it is again in its own video clip just as a little teaser.

With the 2011 WRX weighting less than previous models, and using new revised suspension it could be the fastest STI to date according to Fuji Heavy Industries. Although it has no more power than before the shear lack of weight could play the trump card out on the track.

AutoBlog sourced a clip released by the factory of the wide body, large rear winged four door version just to whet our appetites, so click the link to see the action.

Give us your opinion on Subaru’s latest performance rally bred road car.

Source: AutoBlog

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]]> http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/04/07/new-subaru-wrx-sti-sedan-advert/feed/ 0 New for 2011 Subaru WRX widebody http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/03/23/new-for-2011-subaru-wrx-widebody/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-for-2011-subaru-wrx-widebody http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/03/23/new-for-2011-subaru-wrx-widebody/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:03:20 +0000 Daniel Chubb http://www.product-reviews.net/?p=96243 Subaru loves to play about with its rally-bred WRX models, and the third-generation is no exception.
With an increase in power from the now 2.5-liter turbochargered flat-four, (you may remember original Impreza Turbo’s were 2.0-liter) for 2011 the WRX now has a wide body design taken from the STI model.

With the wider more aggressive stance comes a 1.5 inch-wider track front and rear. Firming things up are stiffer rear sub frame bushes straight from the STI and sticky 235/45R17 tires wrapped round wider 17×8-inch wheels.

Along with the widened fenders comes a new front lip spoiler, with larger black grille and intakes. With 265-horsepower the increase of 34 pounds in curb weight shouldn’t hinder the WRX’s performance. Whether you choose the five-door model or the sedan you will still get the pumped up new styling, so the only question is which body style suits you?

Check out AutoBlog for more pictures of Subaru’s testosterone filled performance car.

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]]> http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/03/23/new-for-2011-subaru-wrx-widebody/feed/ 0 Subaru Impreza WRX Recall: Applies to 2002 / 2003 Models http://www.product-reviews.net/2009/12/15/subaru-impreza-wrx-recall-applies-to-2002-2003-models/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=subaru-impreza-wrx-recall-applies-to-2002-2003-models http://www.product-reviews.net/2009/12/15/subaru-impreza-wrx-recall-applies-to-2002-2003-models/#comments Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:28:23 +0000 Peter Chubb http://www.product-reviews.net/?p=91389 Subaru Impreza WRX owners were left unhappy when they heard that the carmaker had issued a recall on 2002 and 2003 models. The vehicles are having to be recalled due to a fuel leak that could set the car on fire, affected vehicles will be fixed by Subaru dealers.

The recall will cover 5,700 of these 2002 / 2003 Subaru Impreza WRX cars, according to New York Times, the carmaker has said that this is not a big deal. The leaks can happen when the weather gets cold, but Subaru has said that this is no big deal.

There have been 944 complaints to date over fuel leaks or owners smelling gasoline, one owner said that their Subaru actually caught on fire. The N.H.T.S.A. received a letter from Subaru, which stated, “The affected vehicles do not contain a safety related defect within the meaning of federal motor vehicle safety law.”

The N.H.T.S.A. has looked at 43,000 vehicles, but has only issued a recall on the ones in cold weather states. These include Alaska, Maine, Minnesota, Wisconsin and more. Those in other states will have their warranty on the fuel line extended up to 12 years and unlimited mileage.

If you do smell gasoline then head down to your local dealer right away. For more information visit New York Times.

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