Subaru’s New Powerful WRX Sedan Arrives in South Africa with over 200kW, Pricing Starts from R759 000

• All-New Subaru WRX is offered locally in two derivatives, powered by a new 2.4-litre turbocharged with 202kW and 350Nm
• Inside the WRX sports a new 11.6-inch Starlink tablet interface that houses an infotainment system
• Under the performance sedan's skin, the engineers say the new model has improved rigidity and provides for better handling

The new Subaru WRX hits South African streets with two models available with two gearbox choices, and pricing starts from R759 000.

The WRX is powered by a 2.4-litre turbocharged engine that produces 202kW and 350Nm, Quickpic reports.

For enthusiasts, there is a six-speed manual version and for those who want a self-shifter Subaru offers an eight-speed CVT.

Under the skin, Subaru has made the chassis more rigid for better handling with more rigidity in its suspension mounting points and longer suspension stroke, IOL reports.

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Inside the interior is dominated by an 11.6-inch touchscreen that houses the infotainment system in a tablet-like form and offers high-resolution graphics. Fans of the WRX will be happy that Subaru has kept buttons to adjust the volume and temperature.

BMW M's ultrapowerful M4 CSL powers up Goodwood Hill for first time

Another powerful two-door coupe that was recently launched is the BMW M4 CSL, Briefly News reports.

The celebration of 50 years of BMW M and the debut of the M4 CSL was the main attraction at the recent Goodwood Festival of Speed in England.

A video of the run shows the limited-edition sports car power up the hill. It has a modified version of the familiar 3.0-litre twin-turbo petrol engine with 405kW and 650N.m and zoots to 100km/h in a claimed 3.7 seconds.

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South Africa will receive a limited number of models in 2023 and pricing will be announced closer to its launch.

Source: Briefly News