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Subaru Project Midnight is a 670-hp tarmac-ripping beast

In 2020, Subaru introduced the Airslayer, a WRX STI-based car that figuratively set the motoring world on fire with mind-blowing stunts, including a 230-foot jump.

Now, Subaru has taken the covers off the evolution of the Airslayer known as Project Midnight. It is the fastest and quickest race car ever produced by Subaru Motorsports USA.

It is based on the current WRX but unlike the Slayer that was built to dominate Gymkhana and rallycross, Project Midnight is designed for one specific purpose: speed.

Therefore, Subaru’s first step was to reduce weight. Project Midnight utilises a carbon fiber body and a significantly lightened chassis give it a curb weight of well under 1,133 kg – nearly 136 kg lighter than the Airslayer and 453 kg lighter than the standard WRX.

For aerodynamics, the car gets ultra-wide aerodynamic bodywork and a radically enlarged version of the wing found on the team’s WRX ARA24 gravel rally car. It uses 18-inch OZ Racing Superturismo LMP wheels wrapped in sticky Yokohama Advan tyres.

Additionally, Subaru says the suspension system geometry has been retuned for better grip on the tarmac.

Under the bonnet lies a 2.0-liter turbocharged flat four-cylinder engine producing 670 hp and 921 Nm. Derived from Subaru Motorsports USA’s highly successful rallycross engine, the engine can rev up to 9,500 rpm and spits flames from its hood-exit exhaust.

Project Midnight will make its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed event taking place this month.

According to Subaru, the Project Midnight will take on new challenges and set new records with the help of Subaru Motorsports USA driver Scott Speed.

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The Subaru WRX tS isn’t exactly an STI but…

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SUBARU has expanded its WRX model lineup in the United States with a new variant known as the WRX tS or Tuned by STI.

The WRX tS is not a full blown STI but it does come with several tasty upgrades. Visually, it comes with side mirrors, a fin-type antenna, and a rear spoiler painted in black, while the brake calipers are gold in colour.

Additionally, there’s a tS logo on the rear deck lid, and the model is equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels in Satin Gray shod with 245/35 Bridgestone Potenza S007 tyres.

Moving to the interior, the conventional gauges have been replaced with a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, which means that the driver no longer needs to rely on the 11.6-inch touchscreen to view the map.

The WRX tS comes with Recaro Performance Design seats wrapped in black Ultrasuede with blue accents, as well as the WRX tS logo on the head rests and floor mats.

To make things more interesting, Subaru has removed the power moonroof to reduce weight and provide more headroom for helmeted drivers.

For the tS variant, the turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder boxer engine remains untouched, meaning it still makes 271 hp and 350 Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to the wheels through a six-speed manual transmission, routed via the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system and Active Torque Vectoring.

While the engine’s output is retained, the vehicle is gains electronically controlled dampers and a revised suspension system by STI. Drivers can tailor the damper’s dynamic performance through three modes, namely Comfort, Normal, and Sport.

Braking performance is enhanced through a high-performance Brembo braking system, including 6-piston front and 2-piston rear calipers, as well as larger pads and rotors.

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This is a Subaru WRX wagon with a six-speed manual that you can’t buy

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Subaru has finally unveiled the combination package that many loyal fans have been eagerly awaiting; the WRX, wagon, and manual. This package comes in the form of the Subaru WRX Sportwagon.

However, as you read in the headline, we are unable to purchase it. The Subaru WRX Sportwagon is only offered in Mexico. Yes, it is not available in Japan or the United States either.

This high-performance wagon will soon be available for sale in Mexico, with bookings already underway.

The WRX Sportwagon is powered by a 2.4-liter boxer 4-cylinder turbo engine with an output of 271hp and 350Nm of torque. This engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and an all-wheel-drive system.

Standard features of the wagon include power rear gate and rear seats with a 40/20/40 split fold. The Subaru WRX Sportwagon will be sold at a price of MX$819,900 (RM230k).

Are there many WRX wagon manual enthusiasts here? Is it possible for us to purchase it from Mexico and import it to Malaysia? Share your thoughts in the comments section.