2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI unveiled

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI unveiled

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Subaru has unveiled the new STI version of the redesigned Impreza WRX. It is powered by a 2.0-litre boxer-four with a twin-scroll turbo mated to a 6-speed manual. SI-DRIVE, multi-mode Drivers Control Center Differential (DCCD) and Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) are also standard.

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Engine figures clock in at 304 hp at 6400 rpm, and 421 Nm of torque at 4400 rpm, with a front-rear torque split of 41:59. Impressive for a car weighing 1483 kg.

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The STI version also gets a more aggressive body kit, larger rims and sportier seating. It will only be available in hatchback form.

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The STI will be sold in Japan, Europe and USA, with no plans to bring it to the GCC market, as of yet.

Comments

  1. finally subaru has done it.good looks and power. 🙂

  2. LOOKING NICE WAITING FOR GCC MARKETS…

  3. nice style and power

  4. Is there any connection between toyota and daihatsu?
    Because i foud Camry and Daihatsu Altis are same.
    Also, tha different between (Daihatsu Terios and toyota Rush) is the name.

  5. Author

    The Daihatsu Materia is a Toyota bB/Scion xB. Toyota owned part of Daihatsu, last I heard.

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