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.

What do you think?

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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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