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Subaru Impreza WRC

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The '''Subaru Impreza WRC''' is a rally version of the [[Subaru Impreza]] made for the [[World Rally Championship]].

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Image:Subaru wrc concept02.jpg|2008 Subaru Impreza WRC
Image:Subaru_Monte-Carlo_2005.jpg|[[Stephane Sarrazin]] driving a Subaru Impreza WRC on the Monte Carlo Rally
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==Notes and references==

==See Also==
{{Subaru}}
==External links==
*[http://www.wrxstishop.com Subaru Impreza Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories

Subaru Impreza Review

2008-07-23T01:12:33Z

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[[Image:impreza_quarter.jpg|thumb|400px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] Impreza''']]
[[Image:impreza_wagon.jpg|thumb|400px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] Impreza sport wagon''']]
Introduced in 1993, the [[Subaru]] Impreza has changed from a successful Rally Racing compact into a well known sporty daily commuter. Well known for its razor sharp [[Car handling|handling]] and powerful boxer engine, the Impreza has found a place amongst not only the driving enthusiasts but also the economically minded. Priced under many vehicles offering the same performance and space, the compact Subaru supplies the most bang for the buck in its class. In addition, with a wide diversity of trims from the 2.5i to the WRX STI, there is an Impreza for every different type of person.

See also the main fact sheet for the '''[[Subaru Impreza]]'''.

==High Points==
*More refined than previous generations
*Excellent handling
*Most speed in it's class
*Standard [[4WD|4 wheel drive]]

==Low Points==
* Small rear-seat legroom ''(Kelley Blue Book)''
* Low-rent interior plastics ''(Motor Trend)''
* WRX's suspension foregoes comfort for performance ''(Edmunds.com)''

==Performance and Handling==
[[image:subaru_engine.jpg|thumb|300px|'''[[Subaru]]'s 2.5L Boxer engine''']]
In any of its many guises, the [[Subaru]] Impreza is a solid performer. All but the ultra-high performance WRX STi are comfortable, easy to live with, and quite practical. Any Impreza is very stable and forgiving, thanks to its [[AWD|all-wheel-drive]] system, which improves both performance and all-road capability and in certain respects adds a margin of safety.

Imprezas have always been fun. What stands out in the newest models is how refined it has become. It's almost as if years of incremental improvement have somehow reached critical mass and moved Impreza up a level or two. Particularly with the WRX, the Impreza makes its case with sophistication as much as thrills for the buck, the way the best small European cars do.

No doubt Subaru's Ring Frame Reinforced body helps. That's what the company calls the underlying structure, which now uses hydroformed sections and components stamped from tailored blanks. Those techniques have one key advantage: more strength and rigidity without an undue increase in weight. You might think of RFR as a safety cell in roughly a cube shape around the passenger compartment, and Subaru's primary objective is better occupant protection. Yet the structural improvements pay dividends in many ways, like more responsive handling, better ride quality and improved smoothness in just about every aspect of the Impreza's operation.

The new base Impreza engine has been massaged with new technology, including an electronic (drive-by-wire) [[throttle]] and variable valve timing and lift. This 2.5-liter four [[cylinder]] retains Subaru's familiar horizontally opposed cylinder design. The boxer, as it's called, was the engine design used in the original [[Volkswagen New Beetle|Volkswagen Beetle]], and it's still used in [[Porsche]]'s sports cars. The improvements to the Impreza engine increase [[horsepower]] by eight to 173 hp. By that figure, the Impreza 2.5i leaves competitors like the [[Mazda Mazda3|Mazda 3]] and most [[Honda Civic]]s in the dust.

Those familiar with a boxer engine will recognize the faint, loping vibration that makes its way through the flywheel and down the center of the car at idle. It's comforting to anyone who's owned an original Beetle (or 911). The other thing about boxers, compared to some inline four-cylinder engines, is an abundance of acceleration-producing [[torque]] at low- to mid-range engine [[rpm]]. Here the Impreza 2.5i has it all over most of its competitors, generating an impressive 166 pound-feet. And there's an added benefit to this good low-end response. In the past we've found the Impreza better suited than many four-cylinder cars to an [[automatic transmission]]. Acceleration is brisk, and thanks to the new variable valve operation, the Impreza 2.5i is more flexible. The engine breathes a little better than before at high rpm, and it keeps pulling strong further up into the rev range.

The Impreza WRX gets even more extensive improvements than the 2.5i, and a new engine entirely. Until now, the WRX was equipped with a smaller, 2.0-liter version of the boxer, powered up with a high-boost [[turbo|turbocharger]]. Now it gets the 2.5, still with a turbo and intercooler. Horsepower has increased by 13 to 230 hp; at least as significantly, torque increases by 18 to 235 pound-feet.

Along with the engine, the WRX gets aluminum [[suspension]] arms front and rear (as do some very expensive cars). The steering ratio is even quicker than before. The brakes, already large for this class, now have four-piston calipers in front. It's serious stuff, and should dissuade anyone who might still think of Impreza as an economy car.

The best news: the WRX may be more fun than ever. Some may lament the passing of the higher strung 2.0-liter engine, but the 2.5 is more mature. It feels more substantial at all speeds. It still makes revs quickly, to the point that under hard acceleration you might bump the rev limiter before you realize it's time to shift up. But the real, meaty grunt comes lower in the engine's power band. The power comes more evenly, and in greater quantity, and the ratios in the [[manual transmission]] are spaced nicely for the engine's power curve. The shifter is accurate, with even less free movement when it slots into a gear, and reasonably quick.

How quick is the WRX? This one will go 0-60 quicker than just about any compact around. Quicker than a Honda Civic Si, an [[Acura RSX]] Type S, a [[BMW 3 Series|BMW 325i]] or an [[Audi A3]] 2.0 or [[Audi A4|A4]] 3.2. But more than the sheer speed, it's the feeling in the gut as the turbo spins, and the fun of working the engine. The pedals in the WRX are perfectly placed for our taste, and the controls operate with a light touch. More than ever, this little sedan feels like it's more than the sum of its parts.

The steering is light, too, maybe a touch lighter than some might wish, but the front [[tire]]s respond quickly and the WRX turns into a corner crisply and accurately. During quick, repeated direction changes, its weight transfers smoothly, never herky-jerky, from side to side. Near the limits of tire grip, the WRX [[understeer]]s, or plows just a little. You can just give it a little more gas, because the [[AWD|all-wheel-drive]] will tuck the front end in nicely and tighten the WRX's trajectory and guide it through the curve almost as if a cable was pulling it underneath. Even with a pronounced bit of body lean through fast curves, the WRX just sticks. That lean isn't a bad thing at all, once your sensibilities adjust. It means the WRX has good compliance, or wheel movement, and it keeps the tires pressed to the road surface even on very bumpy roads. Hammering down the worst roads, the WRX presses on, unflustered, and grips as good as some cars do on smooth pavement. The ride is quite comfortable, because the [[suspension]] does a great job of keeping those road shocks from finding their way through the floorboard and seat bottoms. A steady battery of potholes hardly produces a vibration through the dash or steering column or roof pillars.

No doubt that Ring Frame Reinforced body helps here. With the structural improvements, the WRX also gets more sound deadening material in the headliner, under the carpet and in the shift boot. For the first time, it's equipped with an underbody tray previously reserved for the WRX STi, This device effectively smoothes airflow under the car by removing obstruction that would force the air to change direction.

It works. At any speed you're likely to get away with on the highway, there's virtually no wind noise. Get the car going fast enough, and you might see the hood ruffle just a hint, but you won't hear it or feel it. The only thing you can really put your finger on is that faint loping vibration from the boxer engine, and it's not unpleasant. It's this new level of smoothness, and the sophisticated balance of ride quality and [[Car handling|handling]], that moves the Impreza above its predecessors to a new level of sophistication.

The WRX brakes work great, too, but it's more than impressive stopping power. The [[ABS]] is tuned in outstanding fashion. Try a panic stop on those battle-scared roads and the WRX stops like a champ without losing composure, even if you are turning at the same time.

The STi is another beast entirely. With 300 [[horsepower]], the STi boasts a power-to-weight ratio that will embarrass a lot of expensive sport [[sedan]]s and more than a few sports cars. Everything from its [[transmission]] to [[suspension]] to brakes is tuned to take advantage of all that horsepower.

Give it a little gas and this car jumps. Dip the pedal further, say another 25 percent, and the STi surges, almost angry that you haven't unhooked the leash. Floor it, and neither you nor your passenger will have any doubt what the fuss is about. The STi prefers the pedal flat. Power comes in big chunks, as opposed to the smoother fashion in the standard WRX, and the kick in the seat gets stronger the higher the engine revs. The engine is louder than the WRX's, and there's a steady, whiny humm from the heavy-duty gears in the transmission.

There's not much difference between the STi and some race cars, except that the STi has no roll cage and all its lights work. It's should therefore be no surprise that the STi is at its best on a track. On the road, its extra firm ride has its drawbacks. Even on relatively smooth pavement, the STi can feel like it's bouncing an inch or two every ten feet. The standard WRX has nearly all the capability most of us will ever use on the street, with less noise, less vibration and more comfort.

==Gas Mileage==
As seen on [http://www.autos.com/autos/rankings_reviews?cat=passenger_cars&segment=compact_cars&rank=mpg&year=2007 Autos.com], in the compact car MPG rankings, the 2007 [[Subaru Impreza]] is in 21st place with 22/29 MPG.

==Safety==
The Subaru Impreza comes standard with the following features:

*Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive ([[AWD]])
*4-wheel antilock brakes [[ABS]]
*Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
*4-wheel independent [[suspension]]
*Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
*Dual driver and front-passenger front [[air bag]]s
*Subaru advanced frontal air bag system with driver's seat position sensor and front passenger seat occupant detection sensor
*Front-seat-mounted head/chest side-impact air bags
*Height-adjustable active front-seat head restraints (2002 only. From 2003, the headrest is a single piece with the seat.)
*Three individual rear head restraints
*Height-adjustable 3-point front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters
*3-point seatbelts at all rear seating positions.
*Rear child-safety door locks
*Safety brake pedal system
*Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
*Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame body structure with hydroformed front subframe structure

==Reliability and Maintenance==
2007 [[Subaru]] warranty information:

''BASIC COVERAGE'' is '''3 years or 36,000 miles''', whichever comes first.

''SEAT BELT COVERAGE'' lasts for the useful life of the vehicle and includes seat belts and related components which fail to function properly during normal use.

''WEAR ITEM COVERAGE'' is '''3 year or 36,000 miles''', whichever comes first. Items covered are brake pad/shoe linings, clutch linings, and wiper blades.

''POWERTRAIN COVERAGE'' for all models is '''5 years or 60,000 miles''', whichever comes first. Subject to the exclusions listed in warranty information.

''RUST PERFORATION COVERAGE'' for all models is '''5 years, regardless of mileage'''.

SOA will pay the cost of having your car towed to the nearest Authorized SUBARU Dealer if it cannot be driven due to a defect covered by these warranties.

==Interior and Comforts==
The [[Subaru]] Impreza sports new fabrics and subtle new features inside, yet the effect of these and some hidden noise-suppression improvements add up to a sum greater than the parts.

The interior is one of the most obvious signs that the Impreza has grown up. The cabin is well designed, judged both by appearance and function, and it's also very well finished. The overall effect is that of a car selling in the $30,000 range, rather than an economy car priced in the low teens. The dash in the base Impreza 2.5i is trimmed with a dark gray metallic material. It's plastic, to be sure, but it looks good and doesn't come off as cheap. The new features enhance this upscale ambience: A sophisticated anti-theft system is now standard, as are cabin air filtration and an outside temperature gauge.

The wipers are located on a stalk to the right of the steering column, headlights to the left. Audio controls, particularly with the standard stereo, are on the small side, but the radio is placed prominently above the climate controls in the center stack, and closer to the driver's reach. The three climate control knobs are BIG. Even the standard mechanical/vacuum dials on the 2.5i work smoothly; the electronic switches for the automatic climate control in the WRX feel like the dials on some high-end home stereo systems. The front seats in the 2.5i, taken from the old Impreza RS, have as much bolster as the so-called sport seats in some cars.

The seats in the WRX have even more bolster, with a single-piece back that integrates the headrest. The gauge cluster hints that the WRX is a serious driver's car. It's tucked under a semi-circular hood, just as it is the 2.5i and Outback, but the [[tachometer]] sits square in the center, race-style, while the [[speedometer]] is secondary, to the right. The WRX dash trim is a lighter silver metallic, and this Impreza comes standard with leather on the steering wheel, shift knob and hand brake.

Front seats in the STi crank it up another notch. They're very firm, with bolster and shoulder wings on par with some aftermarket sport seats. The inserts are upholstered in loud blue Alcantara, with a heavy knit fabric (in black) on the bolsters. The big tach speaks volumes about the STi's intent with something you don't see every day: a 9,000-[[rpm]] [[redline]]. Despite the race-car design ambience, Subaru has finally accepted the reality of production cars sales and equipped the STi with a 140-watt stereo and CD changer.

The Impreza's rear seat is roomy for the class. The rear roof pillars are shaped such that getting in requires a steep head bob, but inside headroom and legroom are tolerable for people up to about six feet in height. There are three three-point seatbelts in back, but the Impreza is too narrow for adults to use all of them at the same time, unless those three people are on very, very good terms.
With 11 cubic feet of storage space, the trunk is as roomy as it gets in this class. Think of the Impreza this way. Two people can carry all the luggage they'll conceivably need for a trip of any length, traveling comfortably throughout, with room to pick up a hitchhiker if they wish.
The Impreza wagons have a 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback, with cargo retaining bars, a grocery-bag hook and cargo cover in all models.

With the rear seat in place, the Impreza wagon has more than twice the cargo space of the sedan (23.8 cubic feet). Fold the seat and it opens 61.6 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the front seats. How much is that? Almost as much as a full-size [[Cadillac Escalade]] [[SUV]] with its third seat removed (64 cubic feet), and not too much less than the maximum in a smaller SUV like the [[Chevrolet Equinox|Chevy Equinox]] (68 cubic feet).

==Exterior==
The Impreza models have been restyled to reflect what Subaru calls its new brand identity. The centerpiece is a prominent three-section black mesh grille, which is supposed to reflect [[Subaru]]'s aircraft heritage. Some reviewers have described the new Subaru look in unflattering terms. The new grille is flanked by comma-shaped light clusters, encased in tinted lenses. The taillight clusters are shaped similarly to those in front, with the red, yellow and clear lenses of individual lights gathered under a smoked cover. All models now have aluminum hoods to trim weight and improve weight balance front to rear (not something you expect on the typical small car). The fenders on all Impreza models are flared more aggressively, and the wheel wells are filled nicely with standard 16-inch rims.

The Impreza WRX now features the sculpted side sills previously reserved for the mighty STi. The 17-inch spoke [[wheel]]s add purpose. The body-colored side mirrors, new smoked light lenses and softly shimmering paint (not to mention impressive overall panel fit) meld to create a jewel-like finish that would flatter cars costing twice as much.

The WRX STi has been stripped of what many considered its calling card: the big gaping scoop in its hood. Subaru says improved aerodynamics feed the STi engine and intercooler all the air they need through a narrower scoop identical to that on the standard WRX. Perhaps, but saving the cost of tooling a separate hood for the low-volume STi probably helped.

The STi was created as the homologation car, a required street-legal copy of Subaru's winning World Rally Championship cars. Those who care will notice the STi's slightly lower ride height, or the badges or the little [[spoiler]] at the trailing edge of the roof. And if none of those things are enough to announce the presence of the fastest Subaru ever, no worries. Absolutely no one will miss the giant, two-step rear wing. The STi's rear spoiler may be the most audacious in autodom. And if the wing doesn't shout "Look at me!" loud enough, there are optional gold wheels, just like those on the WRC race cars. They may not be particularly attractive, but they're genuine.

==Styles and Options==
The [[Subaru]] Impreza is available as a ''Sedan'' or ''Sport Wagon'' (Not available in STI trim). There are 5 trims available: '''2.5i''', '''WRX''', '''WRX TR''', '''WRX STI''', and '''WRX STI Limited'''.

===Impreza 2.5i Sedan===
[[Image:impreza_interior.jpg|thumb|300px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] Impreza 2.5i sedan interior]]
[[Image:impreza_interior2.jpg|thumb|300px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] WRX sedan interior]]
[[Image:impreza_tr.jpg|thumb|300px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] WRX TR]]
[[Image:impreza_sti.jpg|thumb|300px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] WRX STI]]
[[Image:impreza_limited.jpg|thumb|300px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] WRX STI Limited]]
[[Image:impreza_limitedinterior.jpg|thumb|300px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] WRX STI Limited interior]]

*173-[[hp]] 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine
*166 lb-ft of [[torque]] at 4,400 [[rpm]]
*Symmetrical [[AWD|All-Wheel Drive]]
*Sport-tuned 4-wheel independent [[suspension]]
*Sport-design front seats with height-adjustable active front-seat head restraints
*Leather-wrapped shifter handle
*6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat
*Rear-center armrest with trunk pass-through
*80-watt 4-speaker audio system with single-disc in-dash CD player

===Impreza WRX sedan===
*224-[[hp]] 2.5-liter DOHC intercooled, [[turbo|turbocharged]] SUBARU BOXER engine
*226 lb-ft of [[torque]] at 3,600 [[rpm]]
*Symmetrical [[AWD|All-Wheel Drive]]
*SIRIUS satellite radio capability
*Projector-beam halogen fog lights
*Sport-design instrumentation with silver gauge trim rings and center-mounted [[tachometer]]
*Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column
*Performance-design front seats with fixed integrated head restraints
*120-watt 6-speaker premium audio system with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA capability
*Auxiliary audio jack

''Limited Package:''
*Leather-trimmed upholstery
*Dual-stage heated front seats
*Power tilt/sliding-glass moonroof
*Rear [[spoiler]]
*Heated side mirrors and windshield wipers de-icer

===Impreza WRX TR Sedan===
*24-[[hp]] 2.5-liter DOHC intercooled, [[turbo|turbocharged]] SUBARU BOXER engine
*226 lb-ft of [[torque]] at 3,600 [[rpm]]
*Symmetrical [[AWD|All-Wheel Drive]]
*Sport-tuned 4-wheel independent [[suspension]]
*Sport-design instrumentation with silver gauge trim rings and center-mounted [[tachometer]]
*Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column
*Sport-design front seats with height-adjustable active front-seat head restraints
*6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat
*Rear-center armrest with trunk pass-through
*80-watt 4-speaker audio system with single-disc in-dash CD player

===Impreza WRX STI===
*293-[[hp]] 2.5-liter DOHC intercooled, [[turbo|turbocharged]] SUBARU BOXER engine
*290 lb-ft of [[torque]] at 4,400 [[rpm]]
*Symmetrical [[AWD|All-Wheel Drive]]
*SIRIUS satellite radio capability
*High Intensity Discharge (HID) low beam and multireflector halogen high-beam headlights
*STI-design instrumentation with aluminum gauge trim rings, center-mounted [[tachometer]], gauge needles full-sweep on start-up and adjustable tachometer [[redline]] warning with audible indicator
*STI high-performance-tuned exhaust system with single stainless-steel outlet
*Leather-wrapped 3-spoke STI-design steering wheel with contrasting red stitching
*STI-design front seats with fixed integrated head restraints and embroidered STI logos
*Alcantara upholstery
*120-watt 6-speaker premium audio system with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA capability
*Auxiliary audio jack

===Impreza WRX STI Limited===
*293-[[hp]] 2.5-liter DOHC intercooled, [[turbo|turbocharged]] SUBARU BOXER engine
*290 lb-ft of [[torque]] at 4,400 [[rpm]]
*Symmetrical [[AWD|All-Wheel Drive]]
*SIRIUS satellite radio capability
*High Intensity Discharge (HID) low beam and multireflector halogen high-beam headlights
*STI-design instrumentation with aluminum gauge trim rings, center-mounted [[tachometer]], gauge needles full-sweep on start-up and adjustable tachometer [[redline]] warning with audible indicator
*STI high-performance-tuned exhaust system with single stainless-steel outlet
*Leather-wrapped 3-spoke STI-design steering wheel with contrasting red stitching
*STI-design front seats with fixed integrated head restraints and embroidered STI logos
*Leather-trimmed upholstery
*Dual-stage heated front seats
*Power tilt/sliding-glass moonroof
*STI front-lip [[spoiler]] and rear spoiler
*120-watt 6-speaker premium audio system with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA capability
*Auxiliary audio jack

==Main Competitors==
*[[Honda Civic]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUC043A0,USB70HOC021C0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Mazda Mazda3]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUC043A0,USB70MAC171D0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Ford Focus]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUC043A0,USB70MAC171D0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Dodge Caliber]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUC043A0,USB70DDC121C0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Volkswagen Jetta]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUC043A0,USB70VWC033B0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Nissan Sentra]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUC043A0,USB70NIC061C0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Toyota Corolla]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUC043A0,USB70TOC041C0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Hyundai Elantra]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUC043A0,USB70HYC021C0 side-by-side comparison]

==External Links==
'''''WikiCars Contributor Favorites'''''
*[http://www.fhi.co.jp/about/english/outline/fact/pdf/fact_06.pdf fhi.co] - Origin of the name "Impreza"
*[http://www.subaru-sti.co.jp/product/22b/top.html Subaru Impreza 22B] - Japanese, Subaru STi website
*[http://www.swrt.com swrt.com] - Subaru World Rally Team

'''''Toyota Manufacturer Sites'''''
*[http://www.subaru.com/shop/overview.jsp?model=IMPREZA&trim=25I_SEDAN&command=overview Subaru Impreza] - Official US Site
*[http://www.subaru.co.jp/ Subaru of Japan Web site]
*[http://www.subaru.com.au/ Subaru Australia]

'''''Community Sites'''''
*[http://www.wrxstishop.com Subaru Impreza Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories
*[http://www.MainelySubarus.com Mainely Subarus] Maine Subaru Enthusiast Car Club
*[http://www.rs25.com/ Subaru Impreza RS Owners Club]
*[http://bbs.scoobynet.co.uk/ Scoobynet] - Subaru Impreza Forums
*[http://www.cars101.com/subaru_archives.html Cars101 Subaru Technical Archives]
*[http://www.clubwrx.net/ Club WRX]
*[http://www.sidc.co.uk/faq.htm Subaru Impreza FAQ] - covering classic models up to year 2000
*[http://www.subaru-impreza.org Subaru Impreza owners across the globe, advice, tips, news]
*[http://www.i-club.com/ i-Club.com]
*[http://www.nasioc.com/ NASIOC] - North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club
*[http://www.imprezadriver.com/phpBB2/ Impreza Drivers Club Norway]
*[http://www.scoobymods.com ScoobyMods] - Subaru Modification Library
*[http://www.lastditchracing.net Last Ditch Racing] - Maine Based Performance Rally Racing Team
*[http://www.maineforestrally.com Maine Forest Rally]
*[http://www.mainesubarugroup.com Maine Subaru Group] - Maine Subaru Owners and Enthusiasts

[[Category: Model Reviews]]

Subaru Impreza WRX STI

2008-07-23T01:12:14Z

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The '''[[Subaru]] [[Subaru Impreza|Impreza]] WRX STI''' (formerly '''STi''', officially changed in 2006) is the highest standard-edition trim in the Subaru Impreza line.

In the late 1980's, Subaru created the Subaru Tecnica International (STI) division to coordinate development for the FIA World Rally Championship and other motorsports activities. After the company had grown, the division was used to create high-performance consumer versions of the [[Subaru Impreza WRX]], a [[4WD]] sportscar with a [[turbocharger|turbocharged]] flat-4 engine, leading to the development of the Impreza WRX STi. Subaru has used a race-prepared version of the WRX STI as its rally platform since the model trim's creation.

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The Subaru Impreza WRX Sti is all-new for 2008.
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===Second generation (2001 - 2006)===
'''GD chassis'''

In 2001, the Impreza line received a complete update. The chassis was stiffened so that it had 120% torsional stiffness increase. The WRX STi gained 17" x 7.5" inch alloy wheels over the previous 16" x 7" inch wheels. The 5 speed transmission (reputed to be one of the car's weakpoints) was changed to a STi engineered 6 speed manual transmission. The engine was retained from the Version 6 STi and still retains the semi-closed deck block and is still labeled as the EJ207. However, the turbochargers are IHI models. The interior was updated with a STi logo on the gauge. The STi's gauge also has a red shift light. The STi's and optioned Type RA STi have received Brembo 4 pot front and 2 pot rear brakes while the bare-bones Type RA STi still carried the Subaru 4 pot front and 2 pot rear brakes. Externally, the STis had larger hoodscoops and had foglight covers with STi embossed on them. The DCCD was updated so it can work with [[anti-lock brakes]]. During braking, when the [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)|ABS]] is on, the DCCD will set itself to open-mode (no locking).

The version nomenclature was dropped from the name. To distinguish between the years, Japanese and other auto-enthusiasts often refer to the chassis as GDB (the STi had a 'B' where as the regular WRX had an 'A') revision A to F where F is the current (2006) version.

'''Japanese-spec'''

'''Rev. A''' (2001):
In 2001, the WRX STi received the aforementioned updates. The WRX Type RA STi was produced. The STi wagon was still produced but it's engine only produced 260 PS (191 kW). The STi foglight covers had white STi lettering on them.

The WRX Type RA STi was used for the Group N homologation.

'''Rev. B''' (2002):
Along with the rest of the Impreza line, the grill and body of the WRX STi was minorly updated by Peter Stevens to give it a more angular look when seen from the side. The foglight covers had pink STi lettering. Not much else besides minor suspension improvements and a small increase in torque output was done.

The WRX Type RA STi was dropped for a new WRX STi Spec C. This model was much lighter than the WRX Type RA as it received lighter glass and body panels. The Spec C's handing was much improved due to an increase in caster (from 3.5 degrees to 5 degrees). This was achieved not by changing the suspension mounting point, but by lenghtening the wheelbase (15 mm). This was done by including different control arms. This increased caster significantly helped the turn-in capabilities of the car. The Spec C also has a steering rack ratio of 13:1. The transmission is supplied with its own oil cooler.

The WRX STi was used for Group N homologation.

The WRX STi wagon had ceased to be produced.

'''Rev. C''' (2003):
Not much was changed.

The WRX STi was used for Group N homologation.

'''Rev. D''' (2004):
The WRX STi received the same Peter Stevens-designed facelift that rest of the Imprezas received. The WRX STi is now capable of being ordered with DCCD.

The WRX STi Spec C Type RA was released. It sported a carbon-fiber wing and a carbon fiber lip. It also had a new set of BBS wheels as well as a newly tuned engine.

The WRX STi V-limited was released. It sports 4-way dampers tuned by Subaru World Rally Team's Group N driver Toshi Arai.

The WRX STi was used for Group N homologation.

'''Rev. E''' (2005):
The WRX STi receives the same increase in wheelbase as the Spec C. All STis received additional rear fender flaring in order to allow an increase in wheel size. The wheel size went from 17" x 7.5" to 17" x 8". In accordance with the increased wheel width, steering lock-to-lock turns have been reduced. Wheel hub strength was improved. The P.C.D. was changed from 5 x 100 to 5 x 114.3.

The DCCD mechanism is improved with the addition of a yaw rate sensor that helps the [[Four Wheel Drive|AWD]]'s computer determine torque distribution to the wheels.

The WRX STi Spec C WR-limited was used for Group N homologation.

'''Rev. F''' (2006):
The WRX STi continues on relatively the same. The Impreza line's looks have been changed by Andreas Zapatinas.

The WRX STi Spec C's receives the Arai tuned dampers and a 21-mm swaybar. The rear suspension is changed from rubber bushings to pillowball bushings. The strut tower was further stiffened for improved handling and stability. The strut towers were reinforced for better handling and better ride characteristics. The engine mounts were changed from metal to liquid-filled plastic mounts to reduce vibrations into the car's cabin.

The DCCD is updated with the use of a torque-sensing mechanism inside the DCCD. The torque split is changed to 41/59.

The WRX STi Spec C was used for Group N homologation.

'''Japanese-spec Special Variants'''

'''S202''':
This car was an S-series Impreza based on the Spec C. All of the suspension and powertrain parts included STi parts from the STi part catalogue. The interior included special edition black seats with red STi logo stitching. A smaller, lightweight AC compressor was fitted to save weight. The brake rotors were gas slotted. The rims were STi labeled Ray's Volks rims.

'''S203''':
This limited edition Subaru was an S-series Impreza based on the WRX STi. Again it is basically a car with all the STi parts available. It was shod with custom made 18 inch BBS rims with Pirellis. The crankshaft is balanced by hand.

'''S204''':
The new S204 was released at the end of 2005. It is based on the WRX STi. It does away with the roof spoiler and has a different grill from the rest of the Impreza line.

'''Asia, Oceania and European-spec'''

In 2001, most of Asia, Oceania and Europe received the new STi. The engine was detuned to meet emission standards. Instead of the stated 280ps, the engines produced 265 PS (195 kW).

In 2006, the engine was changed to the EJ25 and produces 280 PS (206 kW). The STis finally received the DCCD that US models had from the beginning and the extra wheelbase increase like the Japanese-spec WRX STi Spec C.

<gallery>
Image:800px-Subaru_Impreza_WRX_STI_2006_front.jpg|Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2006 - front (Australian model)
Image:800px-Subaru_Impreza_WRX_STI_2006_rear_left.jpg|Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2006 - rear
Image:800px-Subaru_Impreza_WRX_STI_2006_engine.jpg|Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2006 - engine
Image:800px-Subaru_Impreza_WRX_STI_2006_interior_dash.jpg|Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2006 - interior driver side
Image:800px-Subaru_Impreza_WRX_STI_2006_interior_seats.jpg|Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2006 - interior driver seat
Image:800px-Subaru_Impreza_WRX_STI_2006_rear_badge.jpg|Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2006 - rear badge
Image:800px-2006WRXSTi.jpg|2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STi.
Image:800px-Sub_im_WRX.jpg|2007 Subaru Impreza WRX STi Limited.

</gallery>

'''US-spec'''

In 2004, Subaru of America announced it will sell the WRX STi. Subaru Tecnica International's president said in an interview that he wishes to best the [[Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution]] in the US. Thus, the each iteration of the US-spec WRX STi was essentially the same as the respective J-spec STi Spec C (the highest performing STi version barring special variants). All the part numbers match up, including the part-numbers for the glass windows and dampeners. However, instead of the EJ207, the USA receives the first EJ257, a 2.5 liter version of the EJ207. Also, unlike the EJ207, it features hypereutectic cast pistons as opposed to the forged pistons in the EJ207. The steering rack is the standard STi's 15.2:1 instead of the Spec C's 13:1

Many people surmise the reason why the US-spec WRX STi does not handle as well as a Spec C is because the EJ257's extra weight and the slower steering rack hampers the feel and balance of the car.

The current-generation MY2006 STi weighs approximately 3350 lb.

==== GC chassis comparison to the GD chassis ====
'''Pros'''

Subaru claims that the GD chassis is 148 percent and 82 percent stiffer in torsional and beam rigidity, respectively, than the GC chassis. Due to the increase in stiffness, the car has much better stability in corners and is easier to control at the limit. The GC chassis is so weak compared to today's cars that engineers called the body a "Watermelon frame", referring to how a watermelon shatters on impact.

In terms of safety, the IGD chassis scored much higher than the GC chassis and earned a "Good" rating (highest mark) from the IIHS's offset crash test. 4 stars front driver, 5 star front passenger and 4 star side safety ratings from the NHTSA. In a magazine article from the Dec. 2005 Firehouse magazine (a periodical written and made for firefighters), Ron Moore writes how it is well-known that the Impreza chassis has great protection in its B-pillars. This side structure has 8 layers of high-strength, high-tension steel including a round steel bar running through the middle. The author notes how drivers simply walk away from horrific side-impact accidents.

'''Cons'''

One of the biggest complaints with the GD chassis is that it gains nearly 200 kg in weight over the GC chassis. Much of this weight came in the form of chassis stiffening as the car was made to meet every countries' crash standards. The weight also hampers the cars manueverability, transistions and turn-in capabilities. The GC Imprezas were notable for being very lightweight despite having [[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]], the WRX Type STi Version VI, at 1260 kg, was lighter than the concurrent [[Mazda RX-7]] ''type RZ'' (1270 kg) and [[Honda NSX]] ''type S Zero'' (1270 kg). In this fashion, the GC chassis has a better advantage.

The author mentioned above also notes that the Jaws of Life need to cut the Subaru's B-pillars at certain points in order to cut through the car frame. This information was not as well-spread before, so there have been many incidences where firefighters could not cut the B-pillars due to their structural integrity. To some people, this might be a concern if the driver or passengers need to be cut out of the vehicle quickly.

===First Generation/Origins (1992 - 2000)===
'''GC chassis'''

There were 6 noted versions of the STi. The different versions were marketed with consecutive numbers. Another way to tell the version of a WRX STi was to look at the chassis code. All WRX STis have the beginning chassis code of GC8 then followed by a letter from A to G.

'''Version I''' (1994) - GC8A/B:
The first STi had 250 PS (184 kW) @6500 rpm and 31.5 kgf·m (309 N·m) @3500 rpm and weighed 1230 kg (2,710 lb). This version was the only version where the standard cars were taken at the end of the assembly line and replaced by STi parts. After this version, the standard STi was built alongside the WRX on the production lines.

The WRX Type RA ([Nürburgring] Record Attempt) STi produced 275 PS (202 kW) and 32.5 kgf·m (319 N·m) of torque. This version of the WRX STi was a stripped out car that had no sound-deadening, radio or air-conditioning. It came sparsely equipped as it was to be sold to racing teams that would throw out the cheap parts for racing parts. This version of the WRX came with a Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD). This device was an electromechanical differential that could lock the differential. This allows the amount of torque sent to the front and rear wheels vary from a split of 35/65 to 50/50. The DCCD would be beneficial to people who used it in various rally conditions.

'''Version II''' (1995) - GC8C:
The regular STi's engine output stood at 275 PS (202 kW) and 32.5 kgf·m (319 N·m) of torque. This was the year that STi started painting the exhaust manifolds red. The car weighed 1240 kg and had gold wheels like the one on the World Rally Championship Impreza.

The V-limited STi edition was produced. It was a limited edition was often used to celebrate a Manufacturer or Driver title award to Subaru's World Rally Team. The interior is colored blue on the seat inserts and carpeting. The WRX Type RA STi received a radio and air-conditioning in the V-limited form. 1000 WRX STi Version 2 V-limited were produced. 555 (the cigarette brand that was the primier sponsor of the Subaru World Rally Team) WRX Type RA STi Version 2 V-limited were produced.

'''Version III''' (1996) - GC8D:
The engine was vastly updated and was given the name Boxer Master 4. It developed the then-established gentlemen's agreement power limit of 280 PS (206 kW). Torque peaked at 4000 rpm with a value of 35.0 kgf·m (343 N·m). The car gained 10 more kilograms and weighed at 1250 kg. The STi shared the same face lift that the rest of the Impreza line received.

With Version III came the start of the coupe version of the WRX STi. This car was to be the new basis for rally races. It is called the WRX Type R STi. The coupe was chosen by Prodrive because it was smaller, lighter and stiffer than the 4 door version. It was essentially a 2 door version of the WRX Type RA STi meaning it had DCCD, little sound-insulating material, close-gear ratios and the gearbox was hardened. This car also had an intercooler spray to cooler the intake charge for the [[Turbo Engine|turbocharger]]. This car was produced on an order-only basis.

The WRX Type RA was not produced and there were only 500 of the WRX STi Version 3 V-limited produced.

'''Version IV''' (1997) - GC8E:
The power was again increased. This time 280 PS (206 kW) was produced, but the torque was increased to 36.0 kgf·m (353 N·m).

Again, like the Version II, there were 555 WRX Type RA STi Version 4 V-limited cars produced. The WRX Type R STi Version 4 V-limited was produced on an orders-only basis with a 3 month waiting period.

'''Version V''' (1998) - GC8F:
The power stayed the same as the previous version. The engine layout and design was made cleaner. This engine was dubbed as the Boxer Phase2 engine. The facelift the rest of the Impreza line also applied to here. The WRX STi weighed 1270 kg.

The V in "V-Limited" was dropped. There were 1000 WRX Type RA STi Version 5 Limited cars and the WRX Type R STi Version 5 Limited cars had a 4 month waiting period for each order.

'''Version VI''' (1999) - GC8G:
Again the power stayed the same. Most the changes were cosmetic. The wing was sculpted to be more aggressive.

There were 2000 WRX STi Version 6 Limited and 1000 WRX Type R Version 6 Limited cars produced.

'''Japanese-spec Special Variants'''

'''22B STi (1998)''':
In 1998, Subaru of Japan produced a widebody, 2-door, Impreza called the '''22B STi'''. The 22B had the EJ22 engine as opposed to the regular EJ20 engine. This means the displacement was increased from 1994 cc to 2212cc. The block was a closed-deck borrowed from the Legacy's EJ22. The heads (valves, valvetrain and such) were lifted from the STi Version 4 engine. It produce 280 PS (206 kW) and 363 N·m (37.0 kgf·m) of torque at a lower engine speed of 3200 rpm. The redline was lowered from 8000 rpm to 7000 rpm.

The 22B was used to commemorate the 3rd consecutive manufacturer's title for Subaru in the FIA World Rally Championship. This car was given a unique color of blue and had fender flared widebody taken from the Peter Stevens designed WRC car. It sported a Bilstein suspension, a triple-plate clutch, cryo-treated gears, a unique spoiler, a unique bumper and custom BBS gold wheels.

The origin of the name 22B has often been debated. Many assume 22 referred to the 2.2 liter displacement and the B was for the Bilstein suspension. This would correlate with the idea that Subaru sells a Legacy Spec B, where the B represents the Bilstein suspension. Others believe that 22B was meant to represent the much recognized 555 decal on the WRC car as 22B is a hexadecimal representation of the decimal number, 555.

It is interesting to note that the 22B STi that is suppose to be #13 was never given the plaque. Subaru of America imported #13 to be used as a press car.

'''S201 STi (2000)''':
Subaru Tecnica International started the S-series of special Imprezas. This series is a limited production series that sports an engine output of greater than 280 PS (206 kW) (special variant cars were excluded from the gentlemen's agreement). The car was decked with nearly every single part from the STi catalogue.

The S201 was a 4-door STi that sported the only body-kitted S-series WRX STi. It had a tri-planar wing and a massive front airsplitter. The entire suspension was composed of STi parts.

==Worldwide==
The STI was originally sold only in Japan. It was later made officially available in Oceania (Australia had it in 1999 with the STi Version V). In 2001, Europe received the STi with the change of the chassis. After seeing the Impreza WRX sell at much better levels than expected, [[Subaru]] began selling the STI in North America in 2004.

It should be noted that the Oceania and Europe actually had WRX STis in the region before the official versions. Car importation laws in those areas are much more lax than America's laws. Thus, the grey markets has many earlier versions of the WRX STi. America's car importation laws are much more strict. In most cases, the only way to legally import an earlier version of the WRX STi than the one offered is by registering it as a race or exhibition car.

==Design quirks and oddities==
==== Motorsports ====
'''Rally'''

'''FIA PCWRC:'''
The STi serve as the basis from which Group N "production" rally cars are constructed. Group N4-classed (marketed by FIA as Production Car World Rally Championship or PCWRC) cars are the major support category for the World Rally Championship and are the premier category in many national rally championships. For the past two years (2004 and 2005), the WRX STi has taken the top 3 podiums in Group N. This new effort can be attributed to STi's increased support in Group N motorsports.

'''FIA WRC:'''
In 1995, 1996 and 1997 [[World Rally Championship|World Rally Championships]], Subaru's World Rally Team, in conjunction with Prodrive won the WRC manufacturer's title with the World Rally Impreza. The STi's bare chassis is used by Prodrive as the basis of the World Rally Impreza. This [[WRC]] class is currently labeled by FIA as Group A8. Colin McRaein 1995, Richar Burns in 2001, and Petter Solberg in 2003 all won the WRC driver's title with the World Rally Impreza.

'''Autocrossing'''

'''JAF Events:'''
In 2004, the STi Spec C won 1st place in the All Japan gymkhana (Japanese autocrossing) championships.

'''SCCA Events:'''
At the 2005 Tire Rack SCCA Solo Nationals in Topeka, Kansas, a 2004 US-spec STi took 1st in the STU and ESP classes.

'''Road racing'''

'''FIA Events:'''
In 2005, Prova Racing took a STI to 2nd place in class and 14th overall in the 24 hour Nurburgring race.

'''JAF Events:'''
In 2005, Prova Racing's STis finished the season in 1st and 3rd place in Japan's Super Taikyu. In 2002, Eifel Prova Racing took 1st place in Super Taikyu.

'''SCCA Events:'''
In Club Racing's T2 division, Icy Racing's 2004 STis took 1st and 2nd place.
In 2005, ESX Motorsports announed the introduction of the WRX STI in World Challege's GT class.

==== Media ====
'''Manga:'''

The STi is featured in various movies and anime. In Shuichi Shigeno's manga turned anime, Initial D, the main character's father, Bunta, drives a WRX Type R STi Version V with a STi Sports Bumper (a bumper that was sold in the STi parts catalogue; it had the same shape as the 22B STi but was made to fit the non-wide body Imprezas).

'''Anime:'''

In the anime, Ex-Driver, a '99 Impreza WRC was shown in the first episode. Unfortunately, it was totaled in the episode (the power line for the car's 6-speed sequential transmission was damaged by a runaway AI car, making gear changes impossible).

'''Movies:'''

In the Hong Kong movie, "Legend of Speed 2", two street racing teams compete in the streets of Kowloon, Hong Kong. One of the teams races WRX STis. The leader drives a white WRX STi version 3.

'''Games:'''

This car is also featured in the Gran Turismo game series for the PS2. Forza Motorsports for the Xbox has also included various WRX STis in the car line-up. The cars were featured in several rally games, that are WRC Impreza, such as Colin McRae Rally. They even featured in several import games, the GDB Impreza, such as SRS, and Need for Speed: Underground, the 22B STi GC8
was featured in the THQ import street racing game Juiced. They also featured in several Japanese imported racing games such as Kaido Battle and Initial D: Special Stage. The WRX Type R Sti version 5 that Bunta drives in Initial D, is a special car that be gained with a sequential imput on the Initial D Arcade game.

'''TV:'''

A 2004-2005 STi is also featured in a Taco Bell commercial.
In the Quaker State oil ad, they feature a stock WRX STi on the commercial and on magazines.

==Awards==
List out notable ''awards'' that the model has recieved while in production. '''Boldface''' the company or organization that gives out the award, and ''Italicize'' the name of the award.

==See Also==
{{Subaru}}

== External links ==
*[http://www.wrxstishop.com Subaru Impreza Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories
*[http://www.MainelySubarus.com Mainely Subarus] Maine Subaru Enthusiast Car Club
*[http://www.subaru.jp/impreza/wrx_sti/ Subaru Impreza WRX STi Official Webpage]
*[http://www.iwsti.com/forums/ IWSTI.com] All STi, All the time
*[http://www.imprezatunerz.com/ Impreza Tunerz] Tuning In Subaru Enthusiasts Worldwide
*[http://www.nasioc/ NASIOC] North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club
*[http://www.fhi.co.jp/index.html Fuji Heavy Industries] (Japanese)
*[http://www.subaru-global.com/ Subaru Global-Homepage]
*[http://www.subaru-sti.co.jp/ Subaru Tecnica International Official Site]
*[http://home.arcor.de/goep/SoMoE.htm Special Editions with pictures]
*[http://www.jprova.co.jp Prova Racing Official Site]
*[http://www.nasioc.com North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club]
*[http://www.i-club.com i-Club]
*[http://www.best-cartuning.com/Subaru/index.php Subaru tuning parts]
*[http://www.scoobymods.com ScoobyMods] Subaru Modification Library
*[http://www.cars101.com/subaru_archives.html Subaru Model List]
*[http://www.lastditchracing.net Last Ditch Racing] Maine Based Performance Rally Racing Team
*[http://www.maineforestrally.com Maine Forest Rally]
*[http://www.mainesubarugroup.com Maine Subaru Group] Maine Subaru Owners and Enthusiasts
*[http://www.swrt.com Subaru World Rally Team]
*[http://jalopnik.com/cars/tokyo-auto-show/the-2009-subaru-wrx-sti-teases-us-with-a-second-dark-photo-304813.php Tokyo Auto Show: The 2009 Subaru WRX STI Teases Us With A Second Dark Photo]
*[http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/09/officially-official-subaru-impreza-wrx-sti/ Officially Official: Subaru Impreza WRX STI]
*[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2007/11/la-show-2008-subaru-impreza-wrx-sti.html LA Show: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi Starts At $34,995]

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Impreza_WRX_STI Subaru Impreza WRX STI], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Subaru_Impreza_WRX_STI&action=history contributors].

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Mitsubishi Lancer Prototype S

2008-07-23T01:10:50Z

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==External Links==
* [http://www.lancer-parts.com Mitsubishi Lancer Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories
*[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/01/geneva-show-mitsubishi-lancer-prototype.html Geneva Show: Mitsubishi Lancer Prototype S]
*[http://www.motorauthority.com/news/hatchbacks/production-mitsubishi-sportback-to-debut-in-geneva/ First pictures of production Mitsubishi Sportback]
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Mitsubishi Lancer WRC

2008-07-23T01:10:37Z

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{{Mitsubishi}}
==External links==

* [http://www.lancer-parts.com Mitsubishi Lancer Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories