The latest evolution of the famous Subaru Impreza WRX, the S206, will be officially unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show in just a few days, and it is likely to be the last version ever of a model that is approaching the end of its commercial life. The Impreza WRX STi S206 will be produced in 200 ’standard’ units plus 100 models equipped with the NBR Challenge package, all of which have already been sold.

In comparison to the ‘regular’ Impreza WRX, the STi S206 features a slightly different bodywork and an upgraded version of the standard 2.0 boxer engine, which boosts the output of the car from 300 hp/407 Nm up to 320 hp/431 Nm. This improvement is mainly due to the new turbocharger, the re-calibrated ECU and some re-designed parts of the engine itself, namely crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods.

The model also uses 19″ alloys fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sports performance tyres (size 245/35 on both axles), braking system by Brembo and Alcantara racing seats. The aforementioned NBR Challenge package tops it all up with roof and huge rear wing made of carbon fibre, 19″ super-light alloy wheels courtesy of BBS and some Nurburgring decal.

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Saburu will present an evolution of Impreza WRX STi at the next Tokyo Motor Show (December 3-11), which will be produced in 300 units that will be available in Japan only. As the name suggests, the S206 belongs to Subaru’s ‘S’ family - following S202, S203, S204 and R205 (S205) models - and will be equipped with an upgraded version of the supercharged 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine delivering 320 hp and 431 Nm of peak torque, meaning 20 hp and 24 Nm more than the standard unit. This result was achieved through the addition of a re-designed turbocharger, a re-calibrated ECU and a new exhaust system.

Subaru Impreza WRX STi S206 employs exclusive Bilstein shock absorbers, STi coil springs plus flexible tower bar and draw stiffener on the front. The model also uses 19″ alloy wheels courtesy of BBS fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Aesthetically, the S206 is characterized by a new splitter and the re-designed front bumper and grille while rear spoiler and carbon fibre roof can be added with the NBR Challenge Package. Inside there are Recaro sports seats, Alcantara finishing, silver side sill plate with S206 logo, leather steering wheel and shift knob with STi logo and serial number plate on the console.

via | Autocar

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