The Subaru BRZ, designed for driving pleasure, has been given a special edition “BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION” in the limited edition “Galaxy Purple Pearl” color. Announced on January 9, 2025, with lottery entries opening on January 10, this special BRZ will be limited to just 200 units.
This time, we will fully explain the appeal of the “BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION” and also provide a detailed explanation of the Subaru BRZ on which it is based.
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About the Subaru BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION
- A special edition BRZ announced on January 9, 2025.
- The price is 4,125,000 yen for the 6-speed manual transmission model and 4,158,000 yen for the 6-speed automatic transmission model.
- Sales will be limited to 200 units, and lottery entries will be accepted at Subaru dealerships nationwide for a limited time from January 10th to 26th.
- The lottery results will be announced on January 30th.
- The base vehicle is the “BRZ STI Sport.”
- The exterior body color is “Galaxy Purple Pearl,” a first for a BRZ for the Japanese market.
- It features 18-inch aluminum wheels with high-luster paint, and black BRZ rear ornaments and door mirrors.
- The interior features silver/gray accents on the seats and around the shifter, highlighting its high-quality design.
What is the Subaru BRZ?
The Subaru BRZ is a pure sports car with a horizontally opposed engine and a front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout. It is a sibling car to the Toyota GR86, and the two cars were developed jointly. While each has its own unique personality, they share a common philosophy of pursuing driving pleasure. The BRZ underwent a full model change in July 2021, evolving into its second generation, captivating many drivers with its even more refined performance and sophisticated design.
Discover the appeal of the special edition “BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION”
The “BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION” is a limited edition model based on the “BRZ STI Sport” grade, with special interior and exterior specifications. Its greatest feature is undoubtedly its beautiful body color. “Galaxy Purple Pearl,” which is being used for the first time on a BRZ for the Japanese market, is a captivating hue that changes appearance depending on the angle and lighting. This deep purple further enhances the sporty form of the BRZ, ensuring the joy of ownership.
On the exterior, in addition to the body color, 18-inch aluminum wheels with high-luster paint create a special look. The BRZ rear ornament and door mirrors are unified in black, giving the car a bold impression.
The interior is accented with silver and gray tones, enhancing the sense of quality. These accent colors are effectively used around the seats and shifter, creating a sporty yet sophisticated space.
The BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION features special interior and exterior features that set it apart from the base model. Combined with its rarity, limited to just 200 units, it’s sure to attract the attention of many BRZ fans.
BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION
Special equipment for the “BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION”
The BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION comes with the following special features:
Exterior
BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION
- Body color: Galaxy Purple Pearl
- 18-inch aluminum wheels (high luster paint)
- Brembo front (17-inch opposed 4-pot) and rear (17-inch opposed 2-pot) ventilated disc brakes (gold calipers)
- BRZ rear ornament (Luster Black paint)
- Door mirror (black)
interior
BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION
- Ultrasuede/genuine leather seats (black/gray, silver stitching + gray accents)
- Genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel (high-touch leather, silver stitching, dark cast metallic trim)
- Genuine leather (high-touch leather) handbrake lever (silver stitching)
- Shift boot and handbrake lever boot (silver stitching)
- Door armrest (black/gray with silver stitching)
The evolution of the Subaru BRZ
The first-generation BRZ was released in 2012 and was highly praised for its excellent handling thanks to its FR layout and stable driving performance thanks to the low center of gravity created by its horizontally opposed engine. In 2021, it underwent a full model change and evolved into the second generation.
The second-generation BRZ’s engine displacement has been increased from 2.0L to 2.4L, improving maximum power and torque. This has resulted in improved acceleration and a sportier driving experience. Handling performance has also been further improved through improvements to the body rigidity and suspension.
In terms of safety equipment, the driving assistance system “EyeSight” is now installed on manual vehicles as well, further improving safety and allowing you to enjoy driving with more peace of mind.
Subaru BRZ variations
The Subaru BRZ is available in four trim levels: R, S, STI Sport, and Cup Car Basic.
- R : Entry grade. Equipped with 17-inch aluminum wheels, fabric seats, etc.
- S : Mid-grade. Equipped with 18-inch aluminum wheels, Alcantara/leather seats, LED headlights, etc.
- STI Sport : The highest grade. Equipped with a special suspension, Brembo brakes, ultra suede/genuine leather seats, etc.
- Cup Car Basic : A model for participating in one-make races.
Price of the Subaru BRZ
Pricing for the Subaru BRZ is as follows:
- R : MT car 3,322,000 yen, AT car 3,355,000 yen
- S : MT car 3,509,000 yen, AT car 3,542,000 yen
- STI Sport : MT car 3,784,000 yen, AT car 3,817,000 yen
- BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION : MT car 4,125,000 yen, AT car 4,158,000 yen
- BRZ Cup Car Basic : MT car 3,722,400 yen
The appeal of the Subaru BRZ
The Subaru BRZ is a pure sports car that pursues the joy of controlling the car at the driver’s will . The low center of gravity provided by the horizontally opposed engine and the excellent handling performance created by the FR layout provide a driving experience that truly makes you feel like “Jinba is One.”
The BRZ can be enjoyed in a wide range of situations, from everyday use to circuit driving, making it the perfect choice for drivers who want to fully experience the charm of a sports car.
A word from the editorial department
This time, we’ll be focusing on the limited edition Subaru BRZ model, the BRZ STI Sport PURPLE EDITION, and explaining the appeal of the BRZ from various angles. This special BRZ, dressed in the limited edition “Galaxy Purple Pearl” color, is sure to be a vehicle that will satisfy the joy of ownership.
The BRZ is a pure sports car that continues to evolve, and we are confident that it will continue to provide many drivers with thrilling driving experiences.
