First photo: Subaru BRZ STI

I would love to see AWD but I get what they're doing, they're looking to make something inexpensive that is quick out of box then can be modified down the road. Probably, looking for a good candidate for drifting. Look how popular the Mustang was/is with just real wheel drive. 200HP in a 2500lb car has a better power to weight ratio than a Corvette, Mustang, Camaro, Challenger....need I go on?

No AWD? What's the point? Just bring back the Baja!

Hi: It still escapes me why people have to go like hell down the road! Most accidents are caused by excessive speed. I know, I am way too prctical. I'm on my 2nd Subaru. Re arranged the letter on the trunk to: Busaru! Imp At one point in time way back, subaru had a 1.8 engine in the Bratt Pickup. Why not bring that engine back for those of us who believe it is un-patriotic the drive a gas guzzler? We need to STARVE OPEC! My next car will be all electric or hydrogen driven. If you need something to get your blood racing (not your car) try jumping on a Nordic Track for only 20 minutes! I'm 83 and still do it! Exercise is also very calming, eventually, after pulse comes down. It also promotes sleep! Sorry for the lecture.

Again, almost, but no cigar. Put a turbo in it and we'll talk.

The reason I love my Subie is the AWD. So good in snow and rain. I had RWD. Not good for the MI coast in the winter or spring.

Should offer AWD Shame on Subaru

They're not offering AWD or turbo because this is supposed to be a sports car.

I was nearly sold, until I saw the 'rear wheel drive'.
Oh....Heres hoping for another 2 liter 2 door subaru impreza from the 90s. Amazing cars. But noooo. We want to compete with the genesis and rx8? Its been said this car will likely start at 19,000 bare bones. Thats just me complaining. In reality, the car makes sense for the demographic its going for.

Love my WRX....Cant wait to get a new one. I've always supported Subaru. If you look at the statistics Subaru is always the most growing auto company in the world and even in the USA.

I'm just glad people still make manual transmissions.

Its all about power to weight ratio. 200hp on a car about 2500 lbs. is pretty good performance. Not to mention the STI model will have probably have even more which should make them more then a match for the 370Z and Genesis Coupes out there.

A Subaru without AWD? What are they thinking!?!

Subaru has its problems too. Leaky head gaskets on early Foresters, which mine lucky does not have.

Sorry I can't produce a reference, heard of people complaining with the CVT you can't back up over a bump without a running start, like for instance you go over one of those concrete.

Sorry I'm not buying the full-sized Subaru pickup story.

I saw a FULL SIZED SUBARU PICK-UP in my neighborhood 2 months ago, in broad daylight, in silver paint, it looked very nice. I was in my parked p/u, at a corner with a stop sign, this SUBARU P/U stopped for 2 minutes at the s/s waiting for traffic to clear, I was then 8 ft. from the SUBARU lettering and badging on it's tailgate. I have yet to see anther, or anything on their website. ...... Anyone else seen one of these yet ??? ..... Test models are not uncommon, but they usually don't carry brand names or badging, ... I worked for AUDI for 15 years, and their test cars had no I.D. markings at all.

On my 4th Subie - 3 of 'em Outbacks. Not interested in a rear wheel drive car marketed to the masses. Waiting for the turbo diesel but not more power - I want better mileage. Who drives a Subaru wishing it were a Camaro or Mustang anyway??? lol Those cars are like drag queens - over the top, too much make up and just old, out of shape and tired under it all.

Subaru AWD = Goat-like handling on icy mtn roads! Get me outside!
Camaro/Mustang/Charger = Glory Days or mid-life crises or stunted phallic development or all 3

put a 300 HP WRX motor in it and you will have Corvette performance

it is about time we start getting small performance cars again

Very glad Subaru is keeping the boxter engine. It is FAR superior to any inline engine, and that is why Porsche uses this design. These engines need no counter balanced pistons, rather the pistons balance themselves, eliminating a lot of inertia. And the exhaust is very similar to the older headers, and is very free flowing. My past 2 subarus have been VERY solidly built. NO rattles; everything works fine. My first one had 93,000 miles on it and still had the original brake linings, timing belt, water pump, windshield wipers. The 2.5 engine has been around for over a decade, and thus ALL the bugs were worked out long ago. The newer 2.0 liter coupe should be fantastic. Hope price is also fantasticly low, but have little hope for that! Ed

I love my Sub. Very excited to see one of these in person.

Love me some STI ;).....had an 04 & that this was a little rocketship....can't wait for another one.

I drive a 2004 Forester with 189,000 on it and I've never had a major problem with it. I wouldn't own anything else. I am trying to talk our chief into buying Subaru Foresters as parol cars. But he still wants to use Dodge Chargers which are gas hogs or the Chevy Impala which is a piece of crap. Nothing beats a Subaru when it comes to acceleration, handling, cornering being well engineered durable and being sure footed on slick roads.