New Subaru Impreza WRX STI Thread

[RICHBOY]

Subaru Impreza STI revealed? Possibly. Nope.



var digg_url = 'http://digg.com/design/New_Subaru_Impreza_STI_revealed_in_Japanese_magazi ne_Pics'; If Japan's Best Car isn't BSing everyone, the car you see in the magazine scans above is the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI. And while it's still a mortal lock to polarize people as much as the Impreza it's based on, we'll go out and say that this looks pretty killer. Sporting the expected high-mount wing, bulging fenders, quad exhaust tips, a substantial front spoiler, and a great-looking set of wheels, this is worlds better-looking than the regular WRX. From the looks of things, the car is also equipped with vented Brembos all around, which is not surprising. Where the WRX looks almost friendly, this thing's menacing, particularly in that dark gray finish.

According to the little chart shown on one of the scans, here's some of the key info you''ll want to know. All numbers pertain to the JDM model, obviously.

• <LI _extended="true">Engine/Transmission: EJ20 / 6MT <LI _extended="true">300PS (295 hp) @ 6500 RPM <LI _extended="true">45 kgm (325 lb-ft) @ 4400 RPM
• 10.5 km/l (24.7 US MPG) in the Japanese 10-15 mode test cycle

Unfortunately, we don't read Japanese, and that's about all we can glean at this time. If you can read Japanese and are able to add more, feel free to do so in the comments. Now we want to see how this bad boy stacks up against the new Evo. Fun times are coming, kids. Check out the gallery for large versions of the scans.

[martinbo]

Yes, for all intents and purposes this is what the new STI will look like. I'm awaiting confirmation about the front-end bumper slats and grill. But this is pretty much it. Not too bad afterall...

[Giannis]

Actually, i read in a greek magazine that there will be no STI edition of the new Impreza. Not even a WRX one. Only in the American market will be used the WRX name to indicate the biggest engine, which won't be so sport-performance oriented as the WRX we are used to.

[martinbo]

Giannis... I've sat in a right-hand drive 2008 WRX!

There so will be an STI!

The new WRX will continue to make use of the 2.5 litre turbo boxer outside of the JDM. It has a slightly reprofiled engine management system to deliver torque lower down but otherwise it's still a performance WRX.

[Giannis]

Originally Posted by martinbo

There so will be an STI!

Thanks Martin, this is great news!

I only have to tell this to those idiots over at the greek CAR Magazine....

[RICHBOY]

One Scoop or Three? Subaru Impreza STi may get "scooplets"



While the world seems to know every minute detail of the new GTR and Evo X prior to their launch at the Tokyo Motor Show in October, there are conflicting views and reports regarding the exact appearance of the upcoming Subaru Impreza STI. Gold alloys or silver? Two exhausts or four? One scoop or three?
Yep, you read that right. At least one of the modelling mules at Subaru's Mitaka design studios appeared to have additional "scooplets" bracketing the tradional STI gaping hole. The picture above is Best Car's rendering of such a set up. We will bring you shots of the real deal just as soon as one is caught in the wild. Promise.
[Source: BestCar

[cawimmer430]

For a moment I thought I was looking at a hot hatch version of the Kia Cee'd!

I don't know, I am used to the Subaru Impreza being a sedan - not a hatch. But the good news is that this body style - and Subaru's legendary rally/AWD reputation remind of one of the greatest rally cars ever made.


This:

[bmer]

Originally Posted by cawimmer430

I don't know, I am used to the Subaru Impreza being a sedan - not a hatch.

Me too. But I guess after few rallies we'll get used to it.



BTW Nice lights on that Lancia. I guess the co-driver should remember the pacenotes with his eyes closed if you wanted to drive the car on a night-time stage.

[NarutoRamen]

There is definitely going to be an STi. It is crucial for Subaru to have it. The only time I see no STi is if Subaru pulls out of rallying.

[RICHBOY]

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi Scooped In JapanA new set of scoop images featuring a virtually undisguised 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi have been circulating in several websites and forums today. Though the pictures are quite small for us to make any safe assumptions, the STi seen here is distinguished by the wider fenders, the quad exhaust pipes and the charcoal alloy rims. Set to be officially unveiled at the October Tokyo Motor Show, the 2008 Impreza WRX STi is expected to be equipped with a 2.5 turbocharged 4-cylinder boxer engine delivering around 300 Hp.

[martinbo]

I just wish they'd fit conventionally coloured tail-lights "Audi-style" rather than these awful aftermarket riced units. It would transform the back of the car and make it look so much less of a Tokyo special. LED's are one thing but hardly an excuse for a lack of taste. Bugs me. A lot.

[Imhotep Evil]

Originally Posted by cawimmer430

For a moment I thought I was looking at a hot hatch version of the Kia Cee'd!

I don't know, I am used to the Subaru Impreza being a sedan - not a hatch. But the good news is that this body style - and Subaru's legendary rally/AWD reputation remind of one of the greatest rally cars ever made.


This:

I'm sorry but I disagree.
The Lancia Delta S4 was 2 door hatch, and was a Delta in name only.
It, the S4, was actually mid-engine like F1 single seaters and unlike the front engined real Lancia Delta production car, and was both turbocharged and supercharged.


BTW its rival the Peugeot 205 T16 Evo2 was also cool.

[cawimmer430]

Originally Posted by bmer

BTW Nice lights on that Lancia. I guess the co-driver should remember the pacenotes with his eyes closed if you wanted to drive the car on a night-time stage.

[cawimmer430]

Originally Posted by Imhotep Evil

I'm sorry but I disagree.
The Lancia Delta S4 was 2 door hatch, and was a Delta in name only.
It, the S4, was actually mid-engine like F1 single seaters and unlike the front engined real Lancia Delta production car, and was both turbocharged and supercharged.


BTW its rival the Peugeot 205 T16 Evo2 was also cool.

Well it was cool nonetheless.

I grew up watching that thing on TV etc.

[martinbo]

Seemingly a new STI teaser pic... don't know its source but it looks good enough to post:

[Imhotep Evil]

Originally Posted by cawimmer430

Well it was cool nonetheless.

I grew up watching that thing on TV etc.

So a Group B "killer bees" fan, ...

[NarutoRamen]

Originally Posted by martinbo

Seemingly a new STI teaser pic... don't know its source but it looks good enough to post:

Now that looks F__king sick. Seriously, as much as an R32 costs in the US, I rather get an STi or Evo any day of the week and out lap those poor VW guys any day.

[Monster]

A few more photos. It is looking much better than the standard version already. Just look at those wheelarch flares and the quad exhaust. More here Subaru WRX STi Caught Undisguised

[siko]

It screams ricer because of those cheap looking low-budget-after-market-type of rear lights!

I hope they don't put that in the production version.

[cawimmer430]

Originally Posted by Imhotep Evil

So a Group B "killer bees" fan, ...

I never really watched WRC on TV. I just remember the Lancia Delta being shown a lot on TV, together with the awesome Lancia Stratos!

[NarutoRamen]

Originally Posted by siko

It screams ricer because of those cheap looking low-budget-after-market-type of rear lights!

I hope they don't put that in the production version.

Don't call the whole car ricer just because of generic "Altezza" styled lights. This car kicks most cars ass on track and leaves just about everyone except for the EVO off track in the dust...literally. When it comes to Econo box monsters, no one in the world can touch the Japanese, not even "teh gemanz".

[PC Valkyrie]

hmmmmm.......looks much better than the standard Impreza. Compared to the Evo X, it's not as boxy and you get the convenience of a hatchback.

Does anybody know what gearbox options there will be for the STi? We know the Evo X will offer a brand new DSG type of gearbox.

[NarutoRamen]

Originally Posted by PC Valkyrie

hmmmmm.......looks much better than the standard Impreza. Compared to the Evo X, it's not as boxy and you get the convenience of a hatchback.

Does anybody know what gearbox options there will be for the STi? We know the Evo X will offer a brand new DSG type of gearbox.

Subaru are traditionalists...I think they'll go for manual (hopefully a 6sp and not 5sp), the only way I see Subaru having a DSG is if they develop one with Toyota.

[siko]

For those that can read Japanese, the STI's site is up:
ww.subaru.jp/impreza/wrx_sti/

Although no pics yet.

[Giannis]

I saw the first advertisement of the new Impreza on TV today! But it was only the base version. I guess the WRX will take a time to arrive here...