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2017 Subaru BRZ Review

2017 Subaru BRZ ©Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Comprehensive update includes improved handling, increased performance, revised styling and new convenience features.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Revised 2.0-liter SUBARU BOXER engine with new cylinder heads, valves, camshaft, aluminum intake manifold and redesigned exhaust manifolds. Engine output in models with 6-speed manual transmission is increased to 205-hp and 156 lb.-ft. of torque. (Models with 6-speed automatic remain at 200 hp and 151 lb.-ft.).

Final drive ratio lowered from 4.10 to 4.30:1 to improve acceleration on models with manual transmission.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

New Performance Package available on the Limited model with the manual transmission includes Brembo® calipers and larger rotors on front and rear brakes, plus SACHS® Performance shock absorbers that improve cornering stability. Package also includes exclusive 17-in x 7.5-in black aluminum-alloy wheels.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Front end distinguished by redesigned bumper and “kono-ji” style full-LED C-shaped headlights; rear combination lights and available fog lights also changed to full-LED.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

New pedestal-type aluminum rear spoiler, standard for all trims, improves downforce; comes in matching body color and black finish.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Additional chassis reinforcements increase BRZ’s rigidity; revised springs and dampers and a larger rear stabilizer bar improve responsiveness, stability and ride comfort.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Raised thresholds for stability control system further improve handling; with the new capability, the system’s “Sport” mode was changed to “Track” mode.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

New standard 10-spoke, 17-in aluminum alloy wheel with a high-contrast black and machined finish.

Incline Start Assist now standard; system holds the vehicle momentarily in position to prevent roll back on an incline while the driver accelerates.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Limited trim adds new 4.2-in LCD multifunction display positioned to the right of the tachometer; provides vehicle performance displays including lateral G, accelerator pedal position, braking force, steering angle, oil and water temperature and battery voltage as well as an integrated stop watch for recording lap times.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2017 Subaru BRZ © Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Redesigned leather-wrapped steering wheel with firmer, sportier feel along with new audio controls and multifunction display switches.

Price

Recommended retail price (MSRP) starts from $25,495

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