Subaru debuts more “performance-focused” BRZ tS

In what might be one of the shortest press releases in automotive journalism history, Subaru announced that a “sharper and more focused BRZ” would be unveiled at Subiefest California on July 23.

[Is a hotter Subaru BRZ on the way?]

Now (on July 24) we can confirm that the teased BRZ is the 2024 BRZ tS. No bump in horsepower here, but that might not be too much of a surprise for many.

If the tS moniker sounds familiar, it should–the first-generation BRZ also received a tS version that got a few enhancements like an improved suspension setup, Brembo brakes and exclusive wheels.

Perhaps not surprisingly, the new tS is follows in those same footsteps. In addition to “unique exterior and interior elements,” the tS gets “STI-tuned” Hitachi dampers, Brembo brakes with gold-painted calipers (4-piston in front, 2-piston in the rear) and 18-inch wheels shod in 215/40R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires.

Subaru also pats itself on the back because the tS is the first manual Subaru model to be equipped with its EyeSight Driver Assist Technology. The release further notes that all 2024 BRZ models–manual or automatic–will include EyeSight as standard.

The 2024 Subaru BRZ tS is planned to arrive at dealerships “first quarter of 2024,” with pricing set to be announced "later this year."

Spec sheet is as follows:

• Engine: FA24 4-cylinder, horizontally opposed (SUBARU BOXER), aluminum alloy cylinder block and cylinder heads 
  • Displacement: 2,387 cc (146 cu. in.) 
  • Bore x Stroke: 94 mm x 86 mm (3.70 x 3.39 in.) 
  • Compression ratio: 12.5:1 
  • Fuel/Induction: Direct and port fuel injection with multi-spray injectors, Electronic Throttle Control system 
  • Horsepower: 228 @ 7,000 rpm 
  • Torque:184 lb.-ft. @ 3,700 rpm 
  • Valvetrain: Chain driven double overhead camshafts (DOHC), four valves per cylinder, Subaru Dual Active Valve Control System variable valve timing on intake and exhaust camshafts. 
  • Fuel requirement: Premium, 93 AKI 
  • Ignition: Direct 
• Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive with TORSEN® limited-slip differential 
  • Transmission type: Standard: 6-speed manual 
  • Stability/traction control: Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with traction control system (TCS); multi-mode switch with Track mode and TCS Off switch 
  • Transmission ratios 
    • 6-speed manual 
      • 1: 3.626 
      • 2: 2.189 
      • 3: 1.541 
      • 4: 1.213 
      • 5: 1.000 
      • 6: 0.767 
      • R: 3.438 
    • Final drive ratio: 4.100 
• Chassis: Unitized body construction with Ring-shaped Frame Reinforcement structure 
  • Center of gravity: 17.95 in. 
  • Suspension: 4-wheel independent 
    • Front: Hitachi® dampers (MacPherson-type) with coil springs, lower L-arms, stabilizer bar, strut tower brace and anti-dive geometry 
    • Rear: Hitachi® dampers (double wishbone type) with coil springs, stabilizer bar and anti-lift geometry 
  • Brakes: 4-wheel disc with Electric vacuum pump power assist; 4-channel / 4-sensor ABS, Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Brake Assist 
    • Front: 12.8 in. ventilated disc, Brembo® four-piston calipers 
    • Rear: Limited: 12.4 in. ventilated disc, Brembo® two-piston calipers 
  • Steering: Quick-ratio rack-and-pinion with electric power assist 
    • Ratio: 13.5:1 
    • Turns, lock-to-lock: 2.5 
  • Turning circle: 35.4 ft. 
  • Wheels: 18 in. x 7.5 in. aluminum alloy in Dark Gray Metallic finish 
  • Tires: 215/40 R18 85Y Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer performance *Features tire repair kit 

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