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Max Davies
Subaru WRX goes yellow in milestone celebration
Subaru Australia has revived the historic Club Spec Evo special-edition WRX as it celebrates a key milestone for non-STI models.
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Overview
Variant
Ascent Sport
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
1.8 L
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
4.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
103kW / -Nm
1075km
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 12
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 91
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1798
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 2zr-Fxe
Engine (L): 1.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.4
Main Capacity (L): 43
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.5
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 163
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 72.1
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 53.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Nickel Metal Hydride
Battery Voltage: 202.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 1.30
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1075
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 668
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 25.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 71
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 59
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 23.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 66
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 55
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 26.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 3.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 74
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 62
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.0
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 72
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 53
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 163
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.0
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 98
Maximum Power (kW): 72
Maximum Torque (Nm): 142
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3600
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: P610
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Ecvt
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Ga-C
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 7.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 208
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Front Track (in): 60.2
Front Track (mm): 1530
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Overall Height (in): 57.5
Overall Height (mm): 1460
Overall Length (in): 172.2
Overall Length (mm): 4375
Overall Width (in): 70.5
Overall Width (mm): 1790
Rear Track (in): 60.2
Rear Track (mm): 1530
Wheelbase (in): 103.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2640
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1820
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4012
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1370
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3020
Tare Weight (kg): 1345
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Manual
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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