Subaru decided to see what happens when they create a modified WRX when they let their fingers do the walking. The Impreza WRX SPT was created using parts from the Subaru Genuine Accessory and SPT catalogs. It features standard factory Aero Body Kit, a front lip spoiler by STI and Subaru genuine Accessory fog light protectors, 19x8-in. wheels by OZ Racing.
Under the hood there is 2.5-liter intercooled turbo Boxer engine that thanks to a SPT cat-back exhaust now delivers 275 hp (that’s 10 more than the standard WRX, but 30 less than the WRX STI).
More specs and mods in the press release after the jump.
If the Italians are using a Gallardo LP560-4 to catch the bad guys, Americans are using a Subaru Impreza STI. The STi is on a one-year loan from Subaru of America to the Itasca Police Department, which uses the high-performance hatchback for street-racing prevention as well as law enforcement and vehicle-safety demonstrations.
The turbocharged, 305-hp Impreza is a fully operational squad car, and officers have issued citations and warnings from the hot hatch. Other police departments should watch out as well, as Itasca’s STi has taken top awards in police-only car shows. These awards include a first-place time in the slalom course, which isn’t surprising considering it probably isn’t too hard to dust off Ford Crown Victorias and Dodge Chargers in an STi.
The STi wears its roof-mounted LED light bar and LED-equipped hood scoop rather seamlessly, but as far as we know there are no plans for an actual Police Interceptor STi. The badge on the STi’s hatch was borrowed from a police interceptor Crown Victoria.
Subaru revealed today the Impreza STI 20th Anniversary edition for the Japanese market (the U.S. got the first batch of WRXs in 2000.) Based on the WRX STI, the white-only anniversary edition comes with an upgraded suspension and 18-inch cast aluminum wheels. Inside, Subaru is offering Recaro seats and a leather gear knob.
Like any good commemorative car, the anniversary edition also comes with plenty of badging to tell others just how unique you really are. Then again, with a price of 4,126,500 yen (about $42,200) and production limited to 300 units, you may actually be special.
Subaru is preparing the WRX STi Spec C. Until its official launch, Subaru unveiled the Takumi Concept that gives the first glimpse of the future sports car.
The Takumi Concept features only exterior changes: a black front lip and a black rear spoiler to contrast with the white body, 18-inch aluminum wheels. Inside it features a new shift knob and unique Recaro bucket seats.
Subaru will unveil at the Paris Auto Show the Forester and Impreza models equipped with Subaru Boxer Diesel. Both models will go on sale in Europe after this autumn.
The Forester is a crossover SUV that not only offers safe and stable driving performance that is enhanced by Subaru’s unique Symmetrical AWD (all-wheel-drive) system, but it also excels in environmental friendliness. The Forester 2.0D model boasts the lowest CO2 emission level (167 g/km) in the compact SUV category.
The Impreza incorporates three core Subaru values: sophisticated styling; useful and convenient packaging; and a quality ride. Now with the addition of the Subaru Boxer Diesel, the six-speed manual transmission, and a finely tuned suspension, the 5-door hatchback Impreza 2.0D model offers agile and sporty drivability, comfort and advanced safety, along with environmental features.
The 2009 Impreza starts at of $17,495 for the 2.5i 4-door models and goes up to $17,995 for the 2.5i 5 door models. The WRX 4 door has a starting price of $24,995, while the 5-door version has a starting price of $25,495.
The new 2.5GT 4 door has a starting price of $26,995.
Pricing for the popular Outback Sport models remains unchanged starting at $19,995 as does pricing for the Impreza WRX STI model starting at $34,995.
The 2009 Tribeca Edition 5-passenger is well-equipped with leather seating surfaces, rear air conditioning, heated front seats, 2-position Memory Driver’s seat, and an upgraded 160-watt audio system with a 6-disc in-dash CD Changer, 8 speakers and rear subwoofer and retails for $31,295 due to a $1,400 discount.
The Tribeca Special Edition 7-passenger includes the same extra equipment with the exception of the rear cabin AC. With a discount of $1,600, the retail price is only $31,595.
Ever wonder how long it takes to go from road car to rally car? Over the next few minutes, you’ll see a what it takes and how long it takes to build a champion Subaru rally car.
Subaru has announced that the 2009 Impreza WRX will go on sale at a price under $25,000; meaning that the price will remain relatively unchanged considering the 2008 model is priced at $24,995.
The 2009 WRX features a new STI-type grille that carries the WRX badge. Both models -sedan and five-doors- get a sharpened new look from the standard Aero Package, which was formerly part of the optional WRX Premium Package. Both body styles also feature front and rear under-bumper spoilers and aerodynamic side ground effects. The sedan has a low-profile rear trunk spoiler, while the 5-Door adopts the WRX STI rear spoiler and a rear diffuser. The rear garnish panel between the light clusters is body color on the 5-Door and chrome on the sedan.
One of the most important updates to the WRX is a new, more powerful engine. One of the biggest criticisms of the new WRX when it debuted last year was that it had the same engine as the previous model. The new engine now produces 265 hp at 6,000 rpm and 244 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,000 rpm – significant increases from the 224 horsepower and 226 lb.-ft. in the 2008 version.
Subaru has now introduced a mellower version of the WRX. The Impreza 2.5GT is powered by the same 224hp turbocharged intercooled engine from the WRX, but it comes standard teamed to a standard 4-speed semi-automatic transmission.
It will be available in both 4-Door and 5-Door version, and like all Subaru models, the Impreza WRX and 2.5GT models are equipped with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive.The 2.5-liter DOHC turbocharged engine delivers 224hp at 5,200rpm and a peak torque of 226lb.-ft. at 2,800rpm - same as in the WRX.
Where the WRX is more about performance, the new 2.5GT is a little more about comfort. It features as standard Impreza Premium Package equipment, including glass moonroof and an All-Weather Package.
Subaru today unveiled the 2009 Impreza WRX, a model that offers better performance thanks to a 265 hp turbocharged intercooled Boxer engine, retuned suspension and wider, lower-profile summer performance tires.
The 2009 WRX features a new STI-type grille that carries the WRX badge. Both models -sedan and five-doors- get a sharpened new look from the standard Aero Package, which was formerly part of the optional WRX Premium Package. Both body styles also feature front and rear under-bumper spoilers and aerodynamic side ground effects. The sedan has a low-profile rear trunk spoiler, while the 5-Door adopts the WRX STI rear spoiler and a rear diffuser. The rear garnish panel between the light clusters is body color on the 5-Door and chrome on the sedan.
The new engine now produces 265 hp at 6,000 rpm and 244 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,000 rpm – significant increases from the 224 horsepower and 226 lb.-ft. in the 2008 version.
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