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  • Subaru Reveals WRX STI Racecar [VIDEO]

    Subaru-WRX-STI-Racecar-THUMBSubaru Motorsport has revealed the WRX STI Racecar car which will compete in the 24 Hours Nürburgring endurance race this year. The popular race will take place between 19th and 22nd of June in Germany.

    The car is an enhanced version on the 2015 Subaru WRX STI. Although we have seen already the image leak of the latter, 2015 WRX STI is to be revealed at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, so we are expecting more details to be announced.

    Subaru WRX STI Racecar boasts a higher level of competitiveness and it has been equipped with technologies of brand’s mass-produced models. The ultimate goal is to win a third victory in the SP3T class this year following the 24-hour race in 2012. To do that, it will substitute the turbocharged 1.75 liter engine to 2.0 liter.

    Team manager will be Hideharu Tatsumi, while for team drivers has been chosen Toshihiro Yoshida and Kouta Sasaki both from Japan.

    httpv://youtu.be/T9O9QVoxgM0

    Video Source: YouTube

    Source: Subaru

  • 2015 Subaru WRX STI [leak pictures]

    Several leak pictures of the all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI has been published online by autos.terra.mx. The sports saloon is confirmed for 2014 NAIAS in Detroit, this month.

    2015 Subaru WRX STI comes with full body kit including new front and rear bumpers, the typical World Rally Blue matched with golden alloy wheels fitted with performance tires.

    The regular WRX model is powered by a 2.0 liter four-cylinder boxer with 272HP (200 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque, while the WRX STI is powered by a 2.5 liter turbocharged four-cylinder boxer – 305HP (224 kW) and 393Nm (290 lb-ft) of torque.

    Stay tuned for full details, HD pictures and pricing!

  • 2015 Subaru WRX STI To Debut At NAIAS

    2015-Subaru-WRX-STI-THUMBSubaru has announced that it will make an official introduction of the 2015 Subaru WRX STI at the North American International Auto Show on 14th of January in Detroit. Still, no images have been revealed so far and we don’t have even the slight idea of what the car will look like.

    It is rumored that Subaru’s iconic performance flagship model will be equipped with 2.5-liter turbocharged engine which is expected to generate more than 300 horsepower. Another interesting rumor is that the STI will be probably sporting five doors.

    2015 Subaru WRX made its official premiere at Los Angeles Auto Show in November last year. It is powered by a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder BOXER engine complemented by a twin-scroll turbocharger and an intercooler. The unit is capable of developing 268 hp (197 kW) at 5,600 rpm and 350 Nm (258 lb.-ft) of torque between 2,000 and 5,200 rpm.

    What we hope to see on 14th January is that the STI is wider, edgier and definitely more powerful version of the WRX. 2015 Subaru WRX STI will make its debut in a week when more details will be revealed.

    Source: Subaru

  • 2013 Subaru WRX STI with Engine Upgrade

    2013-Subaru-WRX-STI-THUMBThe high-performance 2013 Subaru WRX STI, and in particular the WRX STI 340R model, is now offered with additional engine upgrade and high-performance All-Wheel Drive.

    The new 340R delivers 340 hp (250 kW) and 490 Nm (362 lb-ft) of torque. This in fact means that the power has been enhanced with respectively 40 hp (30 hp) and 83 Nm (61 kW) over the standard WRX STI model. The result is that the 340R is now one of the fastest point-to-point cars on the road.

    In details, the 340R power upgrade includes different ECU settings to allow the 2.5-litre horizontally-opposed, four-cylinder Boxer engine to generate more power. In addition, the airflow has improved as a result of a new exhaust system.

    More details here are that the new Subaru model can accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds. It also benefits from the advanced All-Wheel Drive technology, Torsen rear differential, fully-independent front and rear suspension and four-door saloon practicality.

    The price of 2013 Subaru WRX STI starts at £26 995.

    2013 Subaru WRX STI
    2013 Subaru WRX STI

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru Impreza WRX STI S206

    Subaru has announced the new special edition Impreza WRX STI S206, which hits the Japan market. It is based on the 4-door SUBARU IMPREZA WRX STI and features exclusively-made items in both interior and exterior designs. As with former STI models such as S204 and R205, S206 is founded on the IMPREZA WRX STI line.
    The exterior modifications includes a new front spoiler, a revised grille, ventilated fenders and 19” BBS wheels with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. You can also opt for the NBR challenge package, which adds a carbon fiber roof, a carbon fiber rear spoiler and black BBS wheels.

    The interior boasts a genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel, “RECARO” racing bucket seats, and seatbelts.

    The WRX STI S206 also comes with a front tower brace, Brembo brakes and specially tuned Bilstein shocks. The chassis is stiffened and the VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) system is also revised.

    Furthermore, you’ll get more power because of the ECU re-map, upgraded pistons and a high-performance crankshaft. The turbocharged boxer engine delivers 320PS (235 kW) and 431Nm (318 lb-ft)

    Only 300 units will be produced.

    Check out the full specs, below!

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    Subaru Impreza WRX STI S206:

    -Mechanism-

    •    STI tuned Bilstein upside down strut and STI coil springs for front suspension
    •    STI tuned Bilstein damper and STI coil springs for rear suspension
    •    S206 BBS designed 19-inch x 8 1/2J forged aluminum wheels (silver)
    •    Michelin Pilot Super Sports 245/35ZR19(93Y) tires
    •    Brembo 6-pot silver colored brake caliper with STI logo and 18-inch 2piece type drilled disk rotors for front brake
    •    Brembo 4-pot silver colored brake caliper with STI logo and 18-inch drilled disk rotors for rear brake
    •    STI designed flexible front strut tower brace
    •    STI designed flexible draw stiffener, front
    •    STI designed flexible support, rear
    •    STI designed support, front kit
    •    STI designed lateral rink with pillow ball bush (front inside, rear inside)
    •    S206 engine balanced with STI
    •    STI designed S206 ECU (Engine Control Unit)
    •    S206 twin scroll ball bearing turbocharger
    •    STI designed S206 sport muffler with lowered back pressure exhaust
    •    Large intercooler with S206 logo
    •    STI designed strengthened silicon intake duct
    •    STI designed air cleaner element
    •    S206 multi mode VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control)

    -Interior-

    •    S206 RECARO designed front bucket seat
    •    S206 seat fabric, ALCANTARA® with black punching / red base, leather seat support (dark gray) with silver stitch
    •    S206 door trim & centered arm rest (black ALCANTARA® with silver stitch)
    •    S206 dark red colored seat belt
    •    S206 silver side sill plate with S206 logo (front)
    •    S206 leather lapped steering wheel with STI logo and silver stitch
    •    STI designed leather shift knob with STI logo and leather shift boot
    •    S206 leather side brake boot
    •    STI designed push engine start switch (red with STI logo)
    •    S206 serial number plate (console, engine compartment)

    -Exterior-

    •    S206 large front under spoiler
    •    S206 front fender outlet grille
    •    Aluminum front hood
    •    STI designed trunk lip spoiler
    •    S206 badges on front grille and rear gate
    •    STI designed side garnish with STI logo (black metallic)

    -Exclusive for NBR CHALLENGE PACKAGE-

    •    Carbon roof
    •    S206 dry carbon rear spoiler (2 angle adjustable with S206 logo)
    •    BBS designed 19-inch x 8 1/2J cast aluminum wheels (black)
    •    S206 Nürburgring Challenge sticker (rear)
    •    S206 red side sill plate with S206 logo (front)

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    •    Maximum 300 units (must be pre-ordered by May 7, 2012)
    •    [Including maximum 100 units of NBR CHALLENGE PACKAGE that must be pre-ordered by March 19, 2012]
    •    Pre-orders for the “NBR CHALLENGE PACKAGE” have reached the limit for units available.
    •    [Exterior color “Lightning Red” must be ordered by February 6, 2012]

    Source: Subaru

  • Subaru Impreza WRX STI with a lap record at Isle of Man

    Mark Higgins set a new lap record on the Isle of Man circuit with Subaru Impreza WRX STI. The former rally chmapion stopped the clock at 19 minutes an 56.7 seconds for 60.83 km (37.8 mile) road course. The average speed was 182 km/h (113 mph) and a top speed of 261 km/h (162 mph).

    “Setting the record was both the most exhilarating and the most frightening thing I have ever done,” said Higgins

    “The rules allow for a flying start, so I crossed the line at 125mph. I then went down through the Bray Hill junction – normally taken at around 20mph – at over 150mph. Once that tricky section was out of the way I settled into the lap and quickly got used to the balance and sheer pace of the car.”, he added.

    “In the end the lap was simply fantastic, and the WRX STI behaved impeccably,” explained Higgins.

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    Subaru Impreza WRX STI

    “That we managed to set such an impressive time at our first attempt is a great tribute to the Subaru, especially given that so few modifications have been made. The engine pulled incredibly strongly throughout and the cornering capability proved crucial on such a twisty, unforgiving course.”, he finished.

    The new record is over 2 minutes faster, than the previous set 21 years ago by Tony Pond in a Rover 827 Vitesse.

    Subaru Impreza WRX STI is powered by a 2.5 liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol with 300PS (225 kw) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft). However, the model which Higgins raced has an MSA-spec T45 integrated roll cage, TRS race harness and a Lifeline fire extinguisher system.

    Source: Subaru

  • 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Spec C

    2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Spec C is now available on the Japanese market. The upgraded version of WRX STI is faster, lighter and more agile than the stock car. The facelift of Impreza WRX debuted earlier this year at the New York auto show.

    The performance upgrade features an ECU remap and new ball-bearings for the twin-scroll turbocharger. (more…)

  • 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI – price and details

    2011 WRX STI will be available to order from this month. Both models – four-and five-door variants are priced at £32 995.

    The engine is the well-known 2.5 liter 16V turbocharged boxer with Dual Active Valve Control. It delivers 300PS at 6000RPM and 407Nm at just 4000RPM. The acceleration is astonishing – 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds. Furthermore, the engine is slightly revised , so it is cleaner, and successfully meets Euro 5 exhaust emissions standards.

    Subaru has further tuned its three-mode SI-Drive (Subaru Intelligent Drive) system, which can be used to adjust the engine’s characteristics to best suit a variety of driving conditions. (more…)

  • 2011 Subaru WRX STi Sedan tested at the Nurburgring

    Suburu has the tradition to test all their vehicles at the world’s toughest race track – Nurburgring. Since 1992 for advanced R & D as well as tests of the WRX and WRX STI models.

    The concept of the 2011MY WRX STI appears to be the fastest WRX STI ever. The most significant upgrades are focused on the chassis and suspension. Series of tests have been made at Nurburgring to demonstrate the superior dynamics of WRX STI. Tommi Mäkinen, the legendary four-time World Rally Champion tested the vehicle for the challenge. (more…)

  • Subaru Cosworth Impreza STI CS400

    Subaru Cosworth Impreza STI CS400 will be released in limited edition of just 75 units. The car is the result of one of the most interesting collaborations in recent times. This is the first Cosworth-developed road car since 1996, when Ford Escort Cosworth was discontinued. STI CS400 will be thrill of a lifetime for few happy owners.

    Subaru Cosworth Impreza STI CS400 is one of the most powerful hatchbacks on the market. It is powered by 2.5 litre four-cylinder turbocharged Boxer engine developing 400ps. Thanks to Cosworth’s extensive Formula 1 experience, this engine produces 33 per cent more power than originally from the factory. The power is put on the road through six-speed manual gearbox. The acceleration is astonishinrg – 3.7 seconds to 100 km/h and top speed of 155 mph ( electronically limited). The car covers a quarter mile in 12.75 seconds at a terminal speed of 107 mph. (more…)

  • Subaru Impreza WRX STi Carbon at Tokyo Motor Show

    One of the latest creations from Subaru – the Impreza WRX STi Carbon made its official debut at the Tokyo Motorshow 2009. Based on the A-Line model, the new sport hatchback has carbon fibre roof, which gives the car better hp/weight ratio and lowers the center of gravity to maintain better traction and handling. (more…)