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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
PostPosted: Fri Nov 19, 2010 1:18 pm 
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Subaru has unveiled a sleek Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Impreza concept car overnight at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

Designed to show a possible direction for future Impreza models, the elegant four-door concept offers excellent aerodynamics, a roomy high-quality interior and a variety of new technologies.

They include the latest version of Subaru’s EyeSight safety system, which can assist in collision avoidance.

Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI), the maker of Subaru cars, designed the Impreza concept around the brand’s long-established theme of “engineering excellence,” incorporating safety, driving confidence and reliability.

Outside, a distinctive character line extends the car’s length, including the roofline, reflecting a new simple and clean Subaru style.

Front and rear bumpers feature hard-edged corners that also contribute to the aerodynamic performance, which has been wind tunnel tested by FHI.

The concept’s low and wide stance is highlighted by the hexagonal grille, with the central “wings” treatment hinting at a new identity for future generation Subarus.

The striking headlights also enhance the concept’s on-road presence.

Fin-shaped foglights in the front bumper also underline the car’s new character.

The rear design includes a hexagonal garnish, while underside diffusers are another aerodynamic touch that aids efficiency.

High lustre 10-spoke alloy wheels include carbon spoke fins, helping brake cooling.

The new sky silver colour complements the car’s style and dynamic outline.

Inside, the themes of “dynamic, enticing and secure” were used to produce a cabin with a sense of quality.

The central dashboard features a large multi-function display, with access to audio, navigation and vehicle information using simple touch panel technology.

Touch panels are used on the sporty D-shaped steering wheel too, allowing intuitive access to applications.

Among the newest Subaru technologies is the EyeSight driver assist safety system – the latest in collision avoidance technology. A monitor in the instrument panel shows video from the EyeSight stereo camera.

The Impreza concept is powered by a next generation horizontally opposed Boxer engine, with improved environmental performance.

The 2.0 litre naturally aspirated engine is linked to a next generation Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).

Other new technologies include side rear-view cameras.

Subaru Australia Managing Director, Nick Senior, said: “We’re very excited by the new style direction hinted at in this concept.

“At the same time FHI has underscored its future commitment to Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive plus new generation Boxer engines and transmissions.

“Combined with the fantastic style and quality of the cabin too, we’re looking forward to seeing some of these themes become reality.”

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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
PostPosted: Fri Nov 19, 2010 1:40 pm 
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Cool!

We have to find some photos :)

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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
PostPosted: Fri Nov 19, 2010 1:53 pm 
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I think this might be the pic u guys r after looks awesome.

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I think this might be the pic u guys r after looks awesome.


Looks to me like a late model Astra or Peugeot...... I so don't like where Subaru is headed with this.....


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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
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Pics here.. still too much Toyota influence in here imo. Rear end is an improvement over the current model though!

http://www.caradvice.com.au/91677/subaru-impreza-design-concept-at-los-angeles-auto-show/

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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
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If they bring that out I will feel sick to the stomache. I Already do!

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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
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I kind of don't mind it as a car but it doesn't have the WRX presence that grabbed our attention..
The look that makes others get out of the way when they see you in their rear view mirror :)

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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
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I'd drive it if i were given it.. i kinda like the space age interior =D

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by: Japanese Car Design Corner

Since the new-gen Subaru Impreza has been launched, Subaru is now working on the new WRX version. According to the latest rumours, the new WRX will be powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine, which will be capable of delivering 270 PS. The STi version will get an even more powerful version of the new engine delivering 300 PS.

The use of a 1.6-liter engine makes it also possible for Subaru to return to WRC and already, Ikuo Mori has said during the shareholders meeting on June 24 that a new sports car will be launched in 2014.



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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
PostPosted: Wed Jul 20, 2011 2:14 pm 
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Bonnet looks almost as small as my Mazda 2 lol..
Its not bad tho

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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
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Im actually really liking that blue rendering above, but i know it wont look anything like that.

But seriously! A 1.6L engine! I hate the 2.0L as is, and want a 2.5L. No idea how the 1.6L will be able to move the 1500kg car + passengers + cargo.

EDIT: The above sti looks like it has reflector headlights again?? As if go back to reflectors!

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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
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These 2 are by far my favourite concepts..
Yeah i don't like the idea of the 1.6 but they are saying it will produce the right amount of power
I think subaru should release a 2 door rally and continue with their normal wrx but under a different name

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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
PostPosted: Thu Jul 21, 2011 11:11 pm 
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I don't know guys... Wait to see what is actually launched and then decide.
I know I won't buy it either way since I already drive the shape I like.
However just like gen 2 and gen 3, most subi fans thought "WTF have they done to the impreza!" I remember when the bug eye was launched and the reaction lol.


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 Post subject: Impreza concept's new design direction
PostPosted: Thu Feb 09, 2012 9:15 pm 
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The 2 Grey ones look like EVO's i like the blue mazda looking one


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