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Originally Posted by Jordanwolf
Here's the solution to 2nd gen 86 sitting right here.
Drop Subaru, who needs them. It's not like they're going to come out with anything worth while anyway. WRX 2021, bring your dog edition.
Modify this Yaris platform, delete the AWD and make it RWD with two engine trims (NA/FI). Boom, I am genius, gib me money now.
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This has been said already.
The problem is that Subaru is already signed up to partner for the next 86, and I am sure they will still be the one building the MKII. The GR Yaris will likely be built on the same line as the standard (Jap) Yaris, but the 86 will need its own production line, which is where Subaru comes in. The car will also need an engine. I don't think the 100hp NA motor will cut it, nor may the turbo motor if it couldn't be easily adapted to be longitudinal. In fact, I was trying to see if this TNGA is even compatible with an 86. The dimensions seem similar enough, but what motor would fit? I don't think many longitudinal engines will fit because the firewall position. Another NA boxer motor is the best guess. My thinking is that they will add D4S to the 2.4L motor and try to squeeze 240-250hp out of that motor. It only has a larger bore, so it won't be wider than what we have currently. It really depends on how adaptable this platform is for the 86:
Side by side: Look at the height difference of the windshields or the dash position relative to each other.
Engine position: Look how far forward the motor is relative to the strut towers.
Engine bay differences: The steering wrack is further back, which means the motor could move further back, but it doesn't look big enough for a transmission to fit in the tunnel. Just enough size for a driveshaft and front diff. Then again, the 86's transmission has a long bell housing, so I'm not sure.
