Subaru "WRX S4"
"WRX S4" equipped with a new generation power train
Subaru (Fuji Heavy Industries) is strong, but "Legacy" is mainly in the North American market, so some users feel that the body size is large in the Japanese market.On the other hand, "Impreza" does not match the size and grade for old legacy users.The long -awaited "Levorg" appeared there and played a role in filling the middle.However, Levorg is only a touring wagon, and the sedan is not set.There are quite a lot of sedan users, especially users waiting for a Subaru -like sports sedan.The long -awaited sports sedan "WRX S4" has appeared there.The WRX is a naming of a traditional sports model that had been lined up as an Impreza, and this time it looks independent.The sports sedan is divided into WRX S4, and the pure sports sedan is divided into "WRX STI".
By the way, the new WRX, which has become an independent model, is one size larger than the previous "Impreza WRX".It is 25 mm on the wheelbase and 15mm long in the total length.By the way, the wheelbase is about 5 mm longer than the current Impreza G4, the tread is 20 mm at the front, and the rear is about 25 mm wider.The basic skeleton is Levogue, but it solidifies it for the sedan.As a result, the body rigidity has been significantly improved than the current Impreza WRX, and it has improved by 40 % for the twist rigidity coefficient and a bending rigidity coefficient by more than 30 %.Unfortunately the latest Eyesight (ver).I couldn't try 3), but I could have a simple test drive, so I would like to introduce it here.
The body size is 4595 x 1795 x 1475 mm (total length x width x total height), which is 10 mm wider than Levorg, but is less than 1800 mm, making it easy to use in Japan.
The powertrain of S4 is a new generation horizontally opposed 4 -cylinder DOHC 2.It is a 0 liter engine.Equipped with a dual variable valve timing with a direct injection turbo, the maximum output of 221 kW (300ps) and the maximum torque of 400 nm are exhibited.This number is 2.Compared to the Impreza WRX STI A-LINE, which is equipped with 5-liter flat 4, the power is equivalent, rather than the torque, and it is a new high-power unit that greatly improves fuel economy adopted from the current legacy.
The transmission is also a sports linear tronic chain drive CVT that Subaru has recently adopted.You can also use paddle shift 6 -speed manual mode or 8 -speed manual mode.
Restarted as a sports sedan appropriate for the naming of WRX, but also covers the position of the predecessor legacy B4 with a dark sports color.Grade 2.0 GT Eyesight and 2.There are two GT-S Eyesight, and the latter is a Bilste-in Damper, a highstar painted 18-inch aluminum wheel, an alkantara / genuine leather sheet, etc.
The tire size was 225/45 R18, and the test ride was made of Dunlop.The dashboard is a series of good operability and visibility starting with the current Impreza, and the image is changed depending on the model.In the case of WRX S4, the meter lighting is changed to red, and the dashboard trim etc. are carbon tone, etc., and the image is changed.Although the texture of the dashboard and trim is average, the soft pad is used on the entire surface, so the touch when touched is not bad.
The driving position takes an upright posture, but there is a handle and AB pedal (accelerator & brake pedal) where the limbs are naturally extended.It is easy to drive, and the seats are large and hold the whole body.In addition, the side support is common sense softness, and it does not overhang, so it is good to get on and off.2.0 GT-S Eyesight combines Alcantara and genuine leather, but this is a little larger side support.
The rear door has a large opening, so it has a good getting on and off, and the leg room is wide and comfortable.As you can see, the head clearance is available.The head is hidden by the C pillar, but there is no feeling of oppression, so it seems that four adults can have a long touring with plenty of time (5 riding members).
Overall, the WRX S4 cabin is orthodox and calm.However, I felt that I could do an adventure with a little more color tone and the texture of the instrument panel.
The ride comfort of WRX S4 is relatively hard, and the tires use high rigid ones accordingly, so there is no soft touch.However, there is no such worry if there is a rugged up like a sports car.The push -up coming in from the road is mildly stored.
Contacts with the road can be felt through the handle and seat.Interestingly, equipped with a Bilstein Damper 2.0 GT-S Eyesight has a rugged feeling at low speeds, but it has a good follow-up, and the riding comfort is soft.On the other hand 2.0 GT Eyesight has a feeling of rugged but a rounded corner, and each has its own personality.The personality at high speed is also divided accordingly, but the magnitude of the shock that the shock is increased in accelerator.However, the convergence is not bad.
By the way, the handle is limited due to a wide horizontally opposed engine, 5..It has a minimum rotation radius of 5m.If you are used to FR, you will intuitively say that you are a break, but there will be not so much inconvenience.
The feeling of acceleration is plenty of low -speed torque, and you can enjoy a small acceleration feeling naturally to the accelerator work.When accelerating slowly, the feeling is persistently accelerated according to the rise in the engine rotation.In addition, if you step on the accelerator strongly, the engine speed will rise, and it will show an acceleration that seems to be a CVT that catches up, but this is also easy to control, there is no discomfort compared to the Torque -con AT, and the feeling that accelerates efficiently is quite good.It feels good.Regarding the response, it is not like an MT that responds to quick, but continuous acceleration is never inferior.
SI-DRIVE, which can change the engine characteristics, can select 3 modes, and if you select the most sporty "S♯" mode, you will be able to use the 8-speed manual mode (otherwise a 6-speed manual mode is possible).In the 8 -speed manual mode, a gear shifting with a paddle shift can be given, so you can enjoy shifting, and you can drive a gear ratio without the circuit, so you can hold the engine brake on the downhill or hold the gear smartly.You can also drive.In a sense, it is possible to stabilize the car and run.
Handling is extremely stable but not boring.With a moderate weight steering force, the handle's response is excellent, and the build -up that changes the steering force as it is increased is not difficult.The point is that it makes a natural and reasonable movement, so the driver has a great sense of security.
Subaru -proud AWD systems are incorporated into sports linear tronic, and the torque distribution is changed on demand based on 45:55.Demonstrate the optimal driving force for the situation.This system is called VTD-AWD, but by increasing the torque distribution of the rear wheels a little, it gives a more linear driving sense.Even if you switch the left and right steering wheels by high -speed driving, the followability is good, and it has a straightforward and stable feeling.The steering gear ratio is 14.5: 1 is quick, so the handle response is moderately quick.
He has a sporty personality that is not ashamed of the name of WRX, but has grown steadily as Subaru has grown, and has grown into a sports sedan with flexibility that anyone can ride.Unlike Legacy B4, WRX S4 has begun a unique route that is different from Impreza G4.
