Even though the undisputed stars of the booth are the new BRZ and Advanced Tourer Concept, Subaru also introduced the new Impreza at the Tokyo Motor Show showcasing the two most significant models of the new range: the Impreza G4 and the Impreza Sport. The former is the model that is going to sit at the top of the sedan range, whereas the latter will have the same role for the hatchback line. To celebrate the unveiling, Subaru has released a comprehensive photo gallery that you can access clicking on the link below.

Both Impreza G4 and Sport will be powered by the recent 2.0-litre 4 cylinder boxer unit producing 154 hp at 6,200 rpm, while a 1.6-litre engine will also be made available. Both engines will boast a good fuel consumption and will be coupled to the latest version of Subaru’s continuously variable transmission. The two aforementioned models are hardly recognizable from the ‘regular’ versions, although they will come with a different front grille and a set of 17″ alloys. The new range is expected to appear in Europe in mid-2012.

View the full Subaru Impreza Sport and G4 photo gallery

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Subaru Impreza’s new generation be unveiled in Japan the next November, the 30th. Following the presentation of the new Impreza for the American market (pictured), the most famous model from the Japanese manufacturer is about to debut in its homeland in both hatchback and saloon versions. Just a few aesthetic changes are expected to surface as the two markets abide by different regulations.

In Japan the two new models will be called Impreza Sport and Impreza G4. They are expected to become available in Europe at some point in 2012, right after the official presentation of the European range which, as for now, is likely to happen at the next Geneva Motor Show. Impreza’s hatchback version shares the same platform with Subaru’s new crossover, the XV, recently showcased at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The more country-looking aesthetitcs and higher ride height of the letter should be the only significant differences between the two models.

Both Japanese and European versions of the Impreza will also share the whole engine range with the XV: the 1.6 and 2.0 four-cylinder boxer petrol engines will come with CVT Lineartronic automatic transmission and Start/Stop system - here called “Auto Start System” - while a 2.0 diesel boxer engine will also be available.

View the full Subaru Impreza at the 2011 NYC Motor Show photo gallery

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