Forced induction has been mentioned in several previous rumors. The latest information, published by Japanese magazine Best Car and spotted by 4WheelsNews, specifically claims the powerplant will be a Subaru-built 2.5-liter flat four — likely borrowed from the Subaru WRX STI — that delivers up to 300 horsepower.
Power is expected to be delivered to all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, helping to maintain decent mpg ratings despite the thirstier engine.
Taking aesthetic inspiration from the WRX STI, the GT86 is expected to be outfitted with a hood scoop to highlight the forced-induction mill. It is unclear if the compact sports coupe will also borrow the STI’s multi-mode center differential that would allow torque to be manually biased to the front or rear.
The new model is said to be likely to appear before the end of the year, though 2015 is pegged the likely launch window.
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