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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept could hint to the next WRX

Subaru's new Viziv Performance Concept could point to a more aggressive looking next-generation WRX.

Jon Wong
Jon Wong was a reviews editor for CNET Cars. He test drove and wrote about new cars and oversaw coverage of automotive accessories and garage gear. In his spare time, he enjoys track days, caring for his fleet of old Japanese cars and searching for the next one to add to his garage.
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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

Subaru has uncovered an attractive concept at the Tokyo Motor Show. The only trouble is, nobody's quite sure what it previews.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

The front end looks properly aggressive, with LED headlights carrying the same C shape as previous Subarus

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

There're some large air intakes just under the lights.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

On the car's side, there are some large flared fenders, and the body above the taillight moves upward into an integrated spoiler.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

The side mirrors are also tiny, while traditional door handles are replaced with button releases.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

The five-person sedan also features plenty of carbon fiber for the front lip, roof, side sills and rear diffuser.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

A 20-inch wheel and Bridgestone Potenza tire package completes the concept's exterior.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

With a 107.4-inch wheelbase, the Viziv Performance Concept could preview a new, larger WRX compared to today's model that rides on a 104.3-inch wheelbase. 

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

Or, it could be a precursor to a slightly smaller next-generation Legacy. The current Legacy uses a 108.3-inch wheelbase.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

Subaru outfits the Viziv Performance Concept with its  next-generation EyeSight driver-assist system.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept Promo

I'm leaning more toward WRX than Legacy.

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Subaru Viziv Performance Concept Hero

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Subaru Viziv Performance OGI

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