Subaru specs Advan Sport for latest WRX STI

TOKYO — Subaru Corp. has selected a 19-inch size of the Yokohama Advan Sport V105 as the OE fitment on the redesigned 2018 WRX STI, which went on sale in North America recently.

The WRX STI is Subaru's performance offering, available in a four-door sedan layout.

The 2018 revision features a handling upgrade that includes revised suspension tuning, a revised electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system, upgraded Brembo Performance brakes and 19-inch tires/wheels for the first time.

Power comes from 2.5-liter turbocharged Boxer engine rated at 305 horsepower.

The global tire fitment is 245/35R19 89W, which helps raise cornering performance, Subaru said, while the wheels' Y-shaped spoke design helps provide a more aggressive stance.

YRC said it developed the Advan Sport V105 for high-powered premium cars, combining driving performance with comfort and safety characteristics.

Pricing starts at $36,095, according to Subaru of America Inc.

This is Yokohama's second OE fitment with Subaru for the V105. Earlier Subaru disclosed it was equipping its 2017 Impreza with the performance tires in Japan and Australia.