Placed right between Detroit and Geneva, two of the year's most important automotive events, the Chicago Auto Show is rarely something to write home about. And in recent years it has become the venue where automakers launch many special-edition and limited-edition models. The 2018 even is no exception from this rule and Subaru just showcased eight limited-edition models to celebrate its 50th anniversary on U.S. soil. The lineup includes all but the recently unveiled Ascent crossover: the BRZ, Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Outback, WRX, and WRX STI.

Based on high-level trims and built in very limited numbers, the 50th Anniversary models share many features, including the new Heritage Blue paint, satin chrome trim, and new aluminum wheel designs. All but the BRZ, WRX, and WRX STI also have satin chrome mirror caps, while the BRZ doesn't come with aluminum wheels. Inside, there's black upholstery with silver stitching, silver seatbelts, and 50th Anniversary logos embroidered on the front seats and carpeted floor mats. Each models is based on a high-level trim that adds extra standard features, including EyeSight Driver Assist technology.

Drivetrains remain standard no matter the car, so don't expect extra horsepower or improved performance.

Production is limited between 200 and 1,050 units, depending on the model. The WRX STI the rarest with only 200 examples, while the BRZ, Forester 2.0 XT Touring, Legacy 3.6R Limited, and Outback 3.6R Limited will be produced in 250 units. Other Forester, Legacy and Outback variants will be made in 800 units each, while the Crosstrek will get 1,050 examples.

Model

Trim

Production

MSRP*

MSRP* + DD

BRZ

Limited

250

$29,940

$30,800

Crosstrek

2.0i Limited

1,050

$30,040

$30,955

Forester

2.5i Touring
2.0 XT Touring

800
250

$33,390
$36,390

$34,305
$37,305

Impreza

2.0i Limited (4dr)
2.0i Limited (5dr)

500
550

$28,340
$28,840

$29,200
$29,700

Legacy

2.5i Limited
3.6R Limited

800
250

$31,490
$33,840

$32,350
$34,700

Outback

2.5i Limited
3.6R Limited

800
250

$35,080
$37,280

$35,995
$38,195

WRX
WRX STI

Limited
Limited

600
200

$35,495
$41,195

$36,355
$42,055


References

Read our full review on the 2018 Subaru BRZ.

Read our full review on the 2018 Subaru WRX.

Read our full review on the 2018 Subaru WRX STI.

Read our full review on the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek.

Read our full review on the 2018 Subaru Forester.

Read our full review on the 2018 Subaru Impreza.

Read our full review on the 2018 Subaru Legacy.

Read our full review on the 2018 Subaru Outback.

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