Subaru will unveil a new high-performance hybrid concept at the Tokyo motor show.

The three-door B5-TPH, or Turbo Parallel Hybrid, combines a 256bhp 2.0-litre 'boxer' engine with an electric motor.

The motor provides a power boost of around 13bhp, which when coupled with the four-cylinder petrol engine should ensure lively performance and low fuel consumption.

Subaru describes the concept as a 'crossover' car, combining coupe styling with the practicality of a hatch and the driving ability of a 4x4, while the all-wheel-drive system promises agile handling.

However, Subaru says the vehicle does not hint at future models.

 

that is a concept drawing with a back ground...

20 bucks says we wont get it in the US for 5 years, even if it does make production

 

I really think the post should be renamed to "Subaru's Impreza Replacement".

I've predicted for some time now that there will be a two door Impreza in the next major redesign of the line and IMHO this is the concept vehicle of the new line of the Impreza (B5). This concept vehicle showcases Subaru's hybrid technology but the real deal is the this being the first glimpse at the new Impreza (B5) line (IMO).


The "B3" will replace "Forester", "B5" will replace "Impreza" and "B7" will replace Legacy. FHI's latest annual report indicates there won't be an Impreza replacement until late in CY 2007 (~two years).

Take a look at a one of the original mock ups:
http://www.subdriven.com/gallery/gal...=&dispsize=800

 

Mang, I really dislike the new nose, but I also miss the days when front ends had these things called "bumpers"...

A hot hatch hybrid crossover thing would be great!

 

looks horrible!

 

It's a concept, it's suppose to look horrible.