Subaru to set to release an even faster Forester on Australia in 2016 with the arrival of the limited-edition tS model, based on the facelifted MY16 model.

Sharing the current Forester XT’s 177kW/350Nm 2.0-litre turbocharged flat-four, the tS won’t be any faster in a straight line, but Subaru’s STI performance division has waved its wand over the popular SUV to improve braking and handling.

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A front strut-tower brace reduces flex, as do stiffening arms in the front and rear suspension. STI-developed dampers front and rear tighten up the Forester’s handling.

Subaru Australia say that the car’s local specification is yet to be confirmed, however based on the previous Forester S-Edition we’d expect the braking and handling upgrades to be offered.

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Local pricing will be confirmed closer to launch, however just 300 Forester tS models will be imported.