BRZ Turbo rumors

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/

 

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

 

I was kinda hoping for a supercharger... a twin-scroll will work just fine though (so long as its true)!

 

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.

 

they're probably feeding the rumors as 'market research' to see if there is enough interest in actually pursuing it.....

 

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

 

ya big joke

 

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

 

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.

 

Because Shringle loves his N/A motors.

Seriously though, you can hide an intercooler in many places.

 

he can sleep better if a turbo version doesn't exist

 

All these online acronyms, it's hard to keep track. What does N/A stand for? No Acceleration?

 

it's latin for 120hp

 

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

 

The turbo placement is so low!

 

It is not any different than the 09+ Legacy GT placement. Seems to make more sense to me...Less tubing = more efficient turbo.

 

Let's hope for a 5x100 --> 5x114 if they do come out with a turbo STI one =).

 

how long have the Mazda guys been screaming for a factory turbo or V6 in the Miata?

 

Errr...they got the factory turbo in the mazdaspeed miata.

 

You mean that buck toothed wonder that looks like reel?

 

beats looking like a semi with useless pierced ears

 

178HP/166TQ :rofl::rofl::rofl:

 

Good thing my ears aren't pierced!