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>> 18/March/2010 - No AWD for Subaru's FT-86 Flagship Model

Subaru 216A

Subaru 216A rendering

One thing that Subaru has always been a class leader in the way of AWD systems. But a recent report now says that the brand's upcoming flagship car, codenamed the 216A will not come with AWD. The two-door coupe which shares its underpinnings with the Toyota FT-86, another concept sports car under development, will most likely be driven by the rear wheels.

According to reports, installing an AWD system into the Subaru 216A has become costly for the company, prompting a review of the entire powertrain. Instead, it is most likely that we will see a vehicle that is mechanically identical to the Toyota FT-86.

However, exterior wise the Subaru 216A will have a different design which will include the front of the A pillar and a new front end, giving it a more distinctive look.

Should Toyota go ahead and release a G Sports version of the FT-86, Subaru will counter that with its own STi version which will then provide the basis for an R205-like special edition.

The G Sports and STI versions of the Subaru 216A are expected to cost ¥3.5 million (AUD$41,857) and ¥3 million (AUD$35,893) each respectively.

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