Subaru Exploring New Grounds

Subaru plans to grow its STi range beyond the Impreza to broaden the brand’s appeal. According to reports, the Subaru Forester TS, which recently debuted in Russia, will test the waters for performance-oriented crossovers. Subaru Forester TS is aggressive inside and out, as along with STi sport springs, dampers, and a 259-hp, 256-lb-ft turbocharged 2.5-liter boxer engine.

The Forester TS will also wear STi badges. Subaru has offered a Forester STi previously in Japan, but the TS marks the first time an STi-badged vehicle other than the Impreza WRX STi will be be sold abroad. While the Forester is based on the previous-generation Impreza, the new XV Crosstrek is based on the current Impreza chassis which Subaru is also prepping for the next-generation WRX and STi models.