BRZ Turbo rumors

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  1. Sparta

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    On autoblog

    "Based on how many turbocharged boxer engines Subaru currently uses in its cars, solid news of a force-fed BRZ was only a matter of time. So it comes as little surprise that Automotive News is reporting that Subaru is currently developing a turbocharged version of the 2.0-liter engine currently found under the hood of the much-loved but somewhat underpowered 2013 BRZ.

    AN's unnamed sources indicate that this engine will use a twin-scroll turbocharger and a new direct-injection system that will help give the engine an estimated 280 horsepower and torque that could be in excess of 250 pound-feet... still being sent to the rear wheels. The turbo'd BRZ will reportedly be making its debut for the 2014 model year, but it isn't clear if Subaru will simply call the car a BRZ Turbo or if it will finally deliver the BRZ STI that many enthusiasts have been clamoring for since the BRZ STI Concept hit the scene in 2011."

    http://autoblog.com/2012/10/22/subaru-developing-engine-for-brz-turbo/
     
    #1 Sparta, Oct 23, 2012
  2. integroid

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    If the turbo motor is confirmed for 2014 in around the $32k price range, I will be the first person inline to place my order for one:)
     
    #2 integroid, Oct 23, 2012
  3. Berzerklo

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    I was kinda hoping for a supercharger... a twin-scroll will work just fine though (so long as its true)!
     
    #3 Berzerklo, Oct 23, 2012
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    If I am in the financial situation to buy one when/if they are announced, I will be very high on the pre-order list.
     
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  5. Matt

    Matt Think before you post
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    This is the same rumor that's been circulating for 6 months.

    Yes, they are turbo'ing the FA20...for the next gen WRX/STi. Until a higher up at Fuji Heavy or SoJ/SoA confirm this, I'm not buying into the hype.
     
    #5 Matt, Oct 23, 2012
  6. Jake

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    they're probably feeding the rumors as 'market research' to see if there is enough interest in actually pursuing it.....
     
    #6 Jake, Oct 23, 2012
  7. crazyazn

    crazyazn I like naps
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    I agree with matt, i also think that someone will spot a turbo charged brz in testing camo somewhere. BUT the whole car would be camo for the next gen wrx/sti. Though, I guess the engine would have to be a 1.6l for wrc?
     
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  8. Matt

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    It's just odd. At first they dispelled the rumors saying they couldn't fit a turbo in there. Then they came back and said well...a turbo will fit, but we can't get the intercooler...

    now it's EVERYTHING MAGICALLY FITS?

    still not buying it.
     
    #8 Matt, Oct 23, 2012
  9. crazyazn

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    they play joke?
     
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    Do we recall the introduction of the 04 STI? Subaru seems to have at thing for hidden ace cards.
     
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  11. superdoughboy4

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    ya big joke
     
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  12. b reel

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    thought Subaru's electric turbo was going on the BRZ?
     
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  13. slowwrx

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    Its foolish to think they won't introduce a turbo version. Why in the world wouldn't they. They are already doing the engine development work for the sti.
     
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  14. integroid

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    Because Shringle loves his N/A motors.

    Seriously though, you can hide an intercooler in many places.
     
    #14 integroid, Oct 23, 2012
  15. nicad

    nicad Yes I am a troll

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    he can sleep better if a turbo version doesn't exist ;)
     
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    N/A for life!
     
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    All these online acronyms, it's hard to keep track. What does N/A stand for? No Acceleration?










    :p
     
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    :|
     
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  19. nicad

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    it's latin for 120hp
     
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  20. Jake

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    [​IMG]

    RCE's kit (well AVO's, but RCE is using it on their car)
     
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  21. Berzerklo

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    The turbo placement is so low!
     
    #21 Berzerklo, Oct 24, 2012
  22. integroid

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    It is not any different than the 09+ Legacy GT placement. Seems to make more sense to me...Less tubing = more efficient turbo.
     
    #22 integroid, Oct 24, 2012
  23. liltoua

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    Let's hope for a 5x100 --> 5x114 if they do come out with a turbo STI one =).
     
    #23 liltoua, Oct 24, 2012
  24. b reel

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    how long have the Mazda guys been screaming for a factory turbo or V6 in the Miata?
     
    #24 b reel, Oct 24, 2012
  25. integroid

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    Errr...they got the factory turbo in the mazdaspeed miata.
     
    #25 integroid, Oct 24, 2012
  26. CelticPride

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    You mean that buck toothed wonder that looks like reel?
     
    #26 CelticPride, Oct 24, 2012
  27. b reel

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    beats looking like a semi with useless pierced ears
     
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    178HP/166TQ :rofl::rofl::rofl:
     
    #28 b reel, Oct 24, 2012
  29. CelticPride

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    Good thing my ears aren't pierced!
     
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