Subaru has demonstrated the agility and precision handling prowess of its rear-wheel drive BRZ sportscar by achieving the Guinness World Record for the ‘Tightest 360° spin’. The record was secured at the Autosport International Show over the weekend, with the BRZ in capable hands of former world record holder Alastair Moffat.

Stunt-driver ace Alastair Moffatt broke the previous  2.5-metre Guinness World Record, which was achieved in 2014, by flicking the BRZ into a 360° spin between two obstacles in Autosport International’s Live Action Arena.

The 4.24-metre-long Subaru BRZ is renowned for its low centre of gravity – lower than many high-end supercars – and naturally-aspirated 2.0-litre Boxer engine, making the BRZ one of the most exciting and engaging cars on the road

In order for Alastair to have maximum control over the car throughout the manoeuvre, the traction control was switched off and ABS disengaged. Moffat was keen to try the attempt in the BRZ, given its combination of lightweight, rearwheel drive and highly controllable chassis.

He said after the event: “The Subaru BRZ was the perfect car in which to do it; light, highly manoeuvrable and easy to control. It’s great to have another record to my name”.

With rear-wheel drive and a Torsen limited slip differential fitted as standard, the BRZ is available from £22,495.

A You Tube video showing Alastair’s attempt can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=699J3ig_mok