Subaru has announced that it will unveil the Subaru Forester XTI Concept at the 2008 SEMA Show in Las Vegas on November 4-7. The XTI Concept combines the versatility of the all-new Forester 2.5XT with the Subaru Impreza WRX STI.
The Subaru Forester XTI is powered by the WRX STI 2.5-liter intercooled turbo engine that produces 315 hp (standard is 305 hp) and 300 lb-ft (standard is 290 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is mated to a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission and the Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD) version of Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to help the XTI to accelerate from 0-60 mph in less than 5 seconds.
At the exterior, the Subaru Forester XTI Concept features custom Atmospheric “Re-Entry” paint scheme, Subaru Genuine Accessory front lower spoiler and Sport Mesh Grille, and JDM body kit consisting of side skirts, a rear skirt and a gate spoiler.
Inside, the Forester XTI features leather and Alcantara sport seats, a special instrument cluster, front dash and center console and leather-wrapped steering wheel.
The suspension system has been upgraded with an adjustable coil-over suspension by STI and it uses WRX STI’s braking system which consists of Brembo 4-piston front calipers, 2-piston rear calipers, Super Sport ABS and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD).
The Subaru Forester XTI Concept stands on STI 18 x 8-inch S204 forged alloy wheels wrapped in Yokohama Advan Neova 255/40R18 performance tires.
