2017 Subaru WRX: New Features, Same Great Performance!
Updated manual transmission for improved shift feel.
*Added infotainment functionality with Siri Eyes free and MirrorLink compatibility
*Winner of the 2016 ALG Canadian Residual Value award, Best Sports Car
Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) today [May 5th] announced the release of its 2017 Subaru WRX. Subaru's performance sedan for the true enthusiast offers refined styling yet still delivers a powerful message.
For 2017, the Subaru WRX boasts a revised manual transmission and new technologies designed to enhance the infotainment experience, along with the response, sharp handling and unmatched levels of control characteristic of this performance icon.[/B]
Spine-tingling Sport Performance
Powered by a 268-horsepower 2.0-litre direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine, the 2017 WRX offers a choice between a six-speed manual transmission or a sport-tuned Sport Lineartronic automatic transmission that offers smooth shifting as well as an 8-speed manual shift mode with sharp shifting response. In Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE), selecting Sport Sharp (S#) switches to 8-speed shifting. SI-DRIVE's Sport Sharp mode (S#) within Sport Lineartronic emulates traditional shift points to let drivers feel the WRX's impressive power and performance.
Equipped with the Subaru symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive system built around the SUBARU BOXER engine, the WRX remains the symbol of Subaru AWD sport performance. The Subaru WRX employs an Active Torque Vectoring system that supplements the AWD system, making handling more precise and improved cornering. Multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control provides a precise and enjoyable driving experience.
Subaru's performance sedan for the true enthusiast offers refined styling yet still delivers a powerful message.
2016 ALG Canadian Residual Value Awards
Three Trim Levels, New Amenities
The 2017 Subaru WRX is offered in three trim levels: the entry level WRX, WRX Sport and WRX Sport-tech. For the 2017 model year, the WRX adds automatic up/down functionality to the front passenger's window, a soft woven fabric on the roof trim and
a revised manual transmission offering improved shift feel. The 2017 WRX Sport has been given the same changes as the entry model but has otherwise not been changed for this model year.
In addition to the above changes, the 2017 WRX Sport-tech has been given new infotainment functionality, including Siri Eyes free compatibility for greater voice control, SiriusXM® Traffic and Travel Link: Weather, Sports, and Stocks for detailed information seamlessly integrated into the navigation system, as well as MirrorLink compatibility, enabling connectivity between the vehicle and any MirrorLink-enabled Android smartphone, for easier and more responsible access to navigation, music and phone apps.[/B]
SOURCE Subaru Canada Inc.
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For further information: Julie Lychak, (905) 568-4959,
jlychak@subaru.ca; Sebastien Lajoie, Media Relations, Quebec Region, (514) 336-0600,
slajoie@subaru.ca
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