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Impreza 2.5i, Outback Sport 2008
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Model Overview & What's New for 08 - maintenance,
warranty - safety features
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Turbo
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V 8.3.10 |
2008 WRX Premium 5 door
wagon, WR Blue shown
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2008 STI, 5 door superwagon,
WR Blue shown with BBS alloys.
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2008 WRX and STI
exterior photos
all
info always subject to change, correction
red STI, 5 spoke alloys
(not BBS), showing engine compartment heat vents in the front fender
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2008 STI with quad exhaust
tips.
many
more STI photos
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black STI with silver BBS.
Note the engine compartment front fender heat vents
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WRX redesigned intercooler,
intake, and turbo for more torque, more power
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2008 STI engine
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WRX Premium, satin white
shown with aero effects front lip spoiler, side gound effects, rear spoiler
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STI, with new red logo
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STI with gold BBS alloys
and fog lights. Aspen white shown.
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WRX 5 door with
LED tail lights
Premium shown with rear
diffuser, optional rear bumper cover
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WRX sedan, not Premium (no
ground effects or spoiler)
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STI, with the 5 spoke alloys
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WRX
standard grill
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STI with quad exhaust tips.
Single diffuser
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WRX optional sport grill,
body colored
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WRX wagons back to back,
2008 and 2007
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WRX 4 door sedan has dual
exhaust. Premium exhaust tips shown
more photos WRX
exterior; WRX
interior, STI
exterior, STI
interior
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rear windows go almost all
the way down
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WRX 17" 10 spoke alloy wheel
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STI 18" 5 spoke alloy is
standard
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silver 18" BBS alloy, optional
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STI 18" gold BBS alloy,
optional
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many more photographs
WRX
photos1 (the outside);
WRX photos2 (the inside); more STI exterior
photos, interior
photos; Navigation
Audio system
2008 WRX, STI
interior photos
(more
to come)
subject to change, correction
2008 STI bucket seat, black
leather trimmed seats with gray Alcantara inserts
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WRX performance bucket seat
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WRX interior, from driver
side, gray cloth. Automatic transmission shown
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2008 STI interior. Black
leather trimmed seats with gray Alcantara inserts
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WRX optional SportShift
automatic has 3 selectable modes: Drive, Sport, and Manual
Shown in 'Sport' and 'Manual'
position. To shift manually, gently tap up/down to shift up/down.
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'Sport' in green on auto
sportshift. 'Manual' mode in 1st gear, auto sportshift
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WRX instrument panel with
center tachometer, speedometer to 150 is on right, engine temp gauge.
WRX speedometer, US spec
with outer miles, inner kilometers
many more WRX
exterior photos; WRX
interior photos
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STI instrument panel, temp
guage on left
many more STI
exterior photos, STI
interior photos
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view out the back window
of a sedan
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Navigation
and Audio system, includes audio-video inputs in the center console.
Note that this Navigation
does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
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driver door panel with bottle
holders (WRX shown)
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Center console (WRX shown,
STI is slightly different) with standard aux input plug and power socket,
and optional Apple connector (with iPod). The iPod wire would be better
installed off to the side so CDs will fit. The Navigation
Audio system has audio-video inputs (not shown).
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3 laser cut, immobilizer
keys. The light Gray key is the valet key, it doesn't open glovebox
You need codes to cut and program
them. Dealer site for lost codes https://subarudealers.locksmithsdrm.com |
illuminated STI logo in
center console
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more photograph pages:
WRX
exterior photos; WRX
interior photos; STI
exterior photos, STI
interior photos; Navigation
and audio system
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About
the Subaru Impreza
subject
to change, correction
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BASICS
WRX: A partial history by
model year
Impreza is made by Fuji
(Subaru) in Ota, Japan.
UPDATES
2/25/09 New accessory
SPT Turbo Boost Gauge for all 2008-2009 turbo Impreza WRX, 2.5GT and
STIs (and 09 Forester turbo). The Turbo Boost Gauge displays engine vacuum
as inHG and PSI. The dial is red lit when the car is on, matching the WRX
and STI dash lighting.
2/23/09 STI's Cat-Back
Exhaust System delayed the cat-back exhaust for the STI 2008 - 2009
now expected May / June 2009 time frame. WRX cat-back is already available
1/27/09 New accessoriesChrome
Sport Grill for all 08/09 Imprezas available. STI Coil Springs for
08/09 STIs stiffen ride and lower height by 10mm
11/19/08 Update: iPod
interface recharge function doesn't work with new Nano 4th generation
and iPod Touch 2nd generation. Other functions still work but they don't
recharge. Subaru is working on a new version of the interface.
August 13 STI ECM Reprogramming
'SOA has initiated a Service Program (WVE-15) to reprogram the Engine Control
Module (ECM) on certain 2008MY Impreza WRX STI vehicles. Under certain
harsh driving patterns, specifically when repeatedly or continuously operating
the engine above the “red-line” (RPM above 6,700), abnormal combustion
could occur resulting in serious internal engine damage in the form of
broken piston ring lands. This abnormal combustion condition is the result
of an “over lean” fuel mixture caused by a combination of fuel cut activation
and high turbo boost. To prevent this condition from occurring, Subaru
has developed a modification to the Engine Control Module software logic
that will improve combustion management above “red-line” engine speed.
This revised logic will not adversely affect peak vehicle performance.
General information concerning this Service Program: The WVE-15 Service
Program Bulletin will be posted on the Techinfo.Subaru.com website on Thursday,
August 14th. The Campaign Bulletin contains additional information concerning
identification of affected vehicles, repair and claim submission procedures.
On or around August 14, 2008, dealers will be sent affected VIN lists by
their Area Service Office. Dealers are requested to immediately perform
this campaign on all affected vehicles in dealer inventor... Subaru
will mail owner notification letters on or around August 15, 2008.'
April 11, 08 STI Coil
Springs available for the 2008 Impreza 4 and 5 door models. The new pink
STI Coil Springs are specifically tuned for street performance and are
approximately 25 percent stiffer than the stock springs. Vehicle ride height
is also reduced by about 10mm. The lower center of gravity and reduced
body roll results in noticeably improved handling. While the STI Springs
have been developed specifically for the 2008 WRX models, the springs also
have application to all 2008 Impreza 4 and 5 door models, excluding the
STI. The STI Coil Springs are covered under the 3-Year, 36,000 mile Genuine
Subaru Accessory Parts Warranty, and may be installed by the dealer.
April 7, 08
Subaru announced a stop sale on all of the 2008/2009 Subaru Impreza, Forester,
Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with a 2.5L Turbo Engine produced
with the beginning chassis number and later as shown below "due to several
reports of "Engine Knocking Noise” from other markets on vehicles produced
after the production dates listed. Initial investigation confirms an internal
wear issue on the failed units. In the interest of preventing any possibility
of failures for our customers, we have chosen to isolate any potentially
affected vehicles by ceasing sales of the potentially affected units until
the root cause and correction can be identified. All the other displacement
engines and the 2.5L Natural Aspirated Engine are excluded from this action".
Impreza sedan VIN 523363
or later, date 2008/01/08 or later; Impreza wagon VIN 825183 or later,
date 2008/01/08 or later;
April 1, 08 "Subaru
is pleased to announce the release of the 2008 Impreza 4Door and 5Door
Subaru Performance Tuning Cat-Back Exhaust Systems. The new stainless steel
exhaust system replaces the stock WRX center pipe and rear muffler assembly
with a smooth flowing, low restriction, better-sounding exhaust note, plus
a 10 horsepower increase! The 2008 Impreza SPT Cat-Back Exhaust Systems
are covered by the 3-Year, 36,000 mile Genuine Subaru Accessory Parts Warranty,
and may be installed by the dealer." see performance options below.
Jan 7, 2008 STI brochures
available at dealers
Dec 12, 2007 The
superwagon is here... STIs are arriving, limited quantity, not
all colors
November 30, 2007STI
photos; 11/15/07 features, prices and specs announced
November 5 2007.
STI orders now accepted. Still no complete specs or prices, if you're serious
about getting one from me, please contact.
October 8, 07:
STI colors updated, Car expected early 2008
September 20, 07.
STI model codes announced
September 6, 2007
Optional roof rails are iIntended for on demand use due to wind noise.
August 2007
2008 WRX models arrive August 2007. STIs December?
July 17, 2007. 2008
prices posted (except STI)
July 14, 2007:
new 2008 WRX video http://subaru.com/sub/misc/2008/autoshow/ny0311/wrx/index.html
For 2008, the Impreza line
is completely re-designed and all new. Based on the Legacy platform it
has a slightly longer weheelbase. Still made only in Japan. WRX TR model
is replaced by the WRX, the WRX is replaced by the Premium, and the Premium
with Sirius Satellite Radio/Navigation is a new model. Note that this Navigation
does not cover Hawaii, Alaska. Longer wheelbase with more seating
room, all new body (steel hood, not aluminum and dashboard. New and standard
on all models: front, side, and new front and rear side curtain airbags,
VDC (electronic stability control), keyless entry with laser cut Immobilizer
key and ignition disabling alarm, telescoping steering wheel with audio
and cruise controls, fold down rear seats now on sedan (and wagon of course).
Off-black cloth is the only material available. Optional Navigation and
Sirius Satellite Audio system. New optional Sport Grill, body colored.
No leather or sunroof is available. All 2008 models have Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS). Ignition keys are now laser cut.
STI prices and specs announced
11/15/07. The 2008 STI is only available as a wagon, there is no sedan
available. Most other rally cars are wagons so this is no surprise. It
is also based on the Legacy platform. The ride is smoother. Acceleration
is strong but with less 'surge'. The intercooler spray has been dropped.
There are 3 STI models: 1: with 5 spoke alloys; 2: with BBS forged alloys
and fog lights, and 3: with BBS alloys, fog lights and Navigation/audio
system. DCCD system has been upgraded with 3 automatic modes (normal, slick
road, dry road), plus the manual settings. Off-black leather trim with
gray Alcantara seating surfaces is the only material available. There is
no sunroof or leather available.
All info subject to change,
correction. More to come. Comments welcomed.
November 6, 2006 SoA
is sold out of 2007 STI Limiteds, all remaining cars are now at dealers.
Updated August 21 with 2007
prices and features. Cars expected in August. A few new colors. STI Limited
is the same price as the STI! Price drop $300 on 2.5is. Other prices remain
the same. 2.5i gets storage box instead of ashtray, new gray interior trim,
Outback Sport SE gets iPod auxiliary plug instead of ashtray, MP3, Sirius
radio (3 month free, after that a subscription is required), climate control,
240 watt CD changer, subwoofer/amp. WRX, STI get 120 watt CD changer, MP3,
auxiliary input plug, Sirius radio pre-wired, leather wrapped steering
wheel.
2007 STI Limited model,
800 to be produced, individually numbered, Satin White or Urban Gray, with
painted silver 17" alloys (not BBS like on STI). A small rear trunk lip
spoiler and no roof vane spoiler, black painted brake calipers w/
white lettering. Other upgrades are leather heated seats, sunroof, fog
lights, iPod plug, fog lights, upgraded carpeting, sound installation,
darker metallic trim, auto dimming mirror/compass. STI gold or silver wheels
are now color specific, see colors below
2006 arrive at dealers starting
late July
New front end on all models.
All models now have dual stage front airbags, new taillights, outside temperature
gauge, air filtration, front seatback net, and front and side airbags.
Models grow 2" to 175.8 from 173.8. WRX is available in 2 new models for
a total of 3 models. New for 2005 is a base WRX TR (Tuner Ready) sedan
and a WRX Limited sedan and wagon (replaces the previous Premium sedan),
in addition to the standard WRX sedan and wagon. The WRX with automatic
transmission is available in Limited only.
All WRXs get new larger
2.5L engine with 230hp and Active Valves, 17" 7spoke alloys, engine immobilizer
key, 4 piston front, 2 piston rear brakes with red painted calipers, Body
colored side ground effects, leather steering wheel... New for 2006 WRX
Limited package finally available on sedan and wagon, includes leather
(a first on the WRX), sunroof, all weather package and more.
STi renamed STI (capital
I) and gets new day-time running lights (DRL), lower profile hood scoop,
steering wheel sensor added to improve the DCCDs response in cornering,
roof-vane spoiler.
RS sedan and wagon models
renamed 2.5i (like the Legacy/Outbacks) and the 2.5L horsepower is increased
to 173 (from 165hp) with the addition of i-active valves.
Impreza 2.5i sedan and wagon
now have 16" alloys, air filtration and either gray or beige interior.
Outback Sport continues
with an optional Special Edition SE discount package with leather steering
wheel and shift knob, 260 watt CD changer with subwoofer and 6 speakers,
armrest, auto dimming mirror/compass and rear spoiler.
2005 September:
Price increase announced on cars delivered to dealers starting 9/04.
2005 models available 5/04.
WRX gets new design gray 16" alloy wheels, new automatic climate control
with air filtration, smoked headlight lens, new door panel armrests with
power mirror controls, body colored lower trim replaces black, upgraded
speakers, silver face 6 CD changer, re-designed keyless remote fob, new
center console with 2 cupholders, new colors.
STi gets Helical Front differential,
.5" wider rear wheels, rear wheel well arch fender flares, Yaw sensors,
AM/FM/CD changer, Immobilizer key, new remote entry fob, new automatic
climate control knobs, new door armrests with power mirror controls, new
center console with 2 cupholders.
2004 The 04 WRX available
5/03, with minor re-design. New optional Premium Sedan Package with new
for USA Impreza All Weather Package, Sunroof and spoiler. The WRX STi model
available in June/July. Other WRX changes include projector beam fog lights,
re-designed one-piece front seats, collapsible pedals, larger hood scoop,
center tachometer, new head, tail and fog lights, new gray color vents
and stereo, a few new colors ...
2003 The 03
WRX gets illuminated ignition key ring. New Sonic Yellow color available
in sedan and wagon, sedan only available with the rear spoiler. App 1,500
yellow WRXs will be made. New optional 17" WRX wheels from Subaru, other
performance items. (03 price increase $200)
2002 Introduced March
2001, 1st US/Canada WRX
2000 P1 by ProDrive
in UK, 276 hp
1999 RB-5 model in
UK, to celebrate Impreza driver Richard Burns winning record
1998 22-B STi model
UK only, only 400 made
1994 1st European
model 208 hp; Sti model, 247 hp; Type RA Sti, 271 hp
1992 1st year. Japan
model with 237 hp
What's New for 2008,
A Brief Summary of the models
subject to change and
correction
Gone:
TR model replaced by WRX
New
model WRX Premium (replaces WRX)
New
model WRX with Navigation and Satellite Radio (Sirius).
the 2008 WRX models
are:
WRX sedan or wagon
WRX Premium sedan or wagon
with optional automatic Sportshift 4 speed tranmission
WRX Premium sedan or wagon
with Sirius Satellite radio and Navigation touch screen system
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WRX
models
new
VDC (vehicle dynamics control) electronic stability control
new
Side Curtain Airbags, front and rear (plus dual front and front side)
new
Pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio (Sirius incl with navigation)
new
Incline Start Assist (manual transmission only, uses VDC) to prevent rollback
when starting on a hill
new
Bottle holders in front and rear door panels
new
Fuel economy consumption meter
new
Telescoping and Tilt steering wheel
new
16.9 US gallon fuel tank (was 15.9)
new
Brake Assist boost braking power
new
Electroluminescent guages
new
Laser cut Immobilzer keys |
WRX
model, con't
new
Fold down rear seats now on sedan as well as wagon
new
Leather wrapped steering wheel with new audio and cruise control switches
(Premium only)
newoption
SportShift 4 speed electronic direct control automatic trans (Premium)
newoption
Touch Screen Navigation system (Premium with Sirius radio only). This Navigation
does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
newoption
Factory installed Sirius satellite radio with roof mounted antenna, includes
3 month free subscription (Premium with Navigation system only) |
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STI models
models announced September
2007
Prices announced 11/15/07.
Cars arriving (slowly)
starting mid December 2007
some Canadian
model info
Models:
STI with 5 spoke alloys
and VDC
STI with silver BBS wheels
and VDC
STI with gold BBS wheels
and VDC
STI with Navigation, silver
BBS wheels and VDC
STI with Navigation, gold
BBS wheels and VDC
Note that this Navigation
does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
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STI
con't
new
VDC (vehicle dynamics control) electronic stability control with normal,
traction, and off mode
new
DCCD with auto, auto minus, auto plus, and 6 manual settings
new
Side Curtain Airbags, front and rear (plus dual front and front side)
new
Pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio (Sirius incl with navigation)
new
Incline Start Assist (manual transmission only, uses VDC) to prevent rollback
when starting on a hill
new
The
2008 Impreza STI (and all coming 2009 Subarus) has the new Subaru Super
Coolant. This new coolant is blue in color and has an extended life of
10 years before servicing is required. The current Subaru Long Life Coolant
(green in color) CAN NOT BE MIXED with the new Subaru Super Coolant (blue
in color). Mixing the 2 different types of coolants together will
alter the protection requirements of the product and for the vehicle. The
new Subaru Super Coolant is required for all dealer warranty repairs to
2008 Impreza WRX STI
new
Bottle holders in front and rear door panels
new
Fuel economy consumption meter
new
Telescoping and Tilt steering wheel
new
16.9 US gallon fuel tank (was 15.9)
new
Brake Assist boost braking power
new
Electroluminescent guages
new
Laser cut Immobilizer keys
Speedometer to 160mph
gone:
intercooler spray |
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Subject
to change, correction.
RECOMMENDED
MAINTENANCE
full information visit my
Warranty, maintenance, towing
page
New Car 1000 mile break-in
period- keep RPMs under 4000, vary speeds, avoid hard starts/stops,
warm up and cool down engine
1st oil change all
models recommended at 3 mos or 3000 miles whichever comes first. Required
on turbos. 2.5L required at 7,500 miles or 7 mos.
Oil change: every 3,750
miles (because of the turbo)
Tire rotation 7,500 miles
15,000 miles - minor service,
inspection, air and other filter changes as necessary.
30,000 mile service with
major fluids, spark plugs, (WRX 60,000) and filters change
note: the 2008 STI
(and all 2009 Subarus) has the new Subaru Super Coolant. This new coolant
is blue in color and has an extended life of 10 years before servicing
is required.
60,000 miles (WRX spark plugs)
- repeat 30,000
105,000 miles replace timing
belt. |
WARRANTIES
Bumper-to-bumper: 3 year/36,000
mile
Roadside assistance: 3 year/36,000
mile
3year/36,000 service adjustment
(adjustment performed one time)
3year/36,000 mile Wear Item
Warranty covers brakes, clutch disc lining, wiper blades
Powertrain: 5 year/ 60,000
mile
Corrosion: 5 year/100,000
mile
Wear and adjustment: 12
month/12,000 mile
Does not cover wear or
damage due to competitive driving
Tow:
you can flat tow a manual tranmission (not automatic) Subaru behind a motorhome
for example. All wheels must be on the ground. |
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2008
SAFETY, all WRX and STI models
Subject
to change, correction.
10/21/07 Crash test, 08 Impreza
gets Good in the frontal offset crash test from IIHS. 'Dummy movement was
well
controlled. After the dummy moved forward into the airbag, it rebounded
into the seat without its head coming close to any stiff structure
that could cause injury. Injury measures — Measures taken from the dummy
indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this
severity..' more |
rear child seat anchors,
WRX shown
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2008 Subaru WRX STI crash
test window sticker
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new front, side, and side
curtain airbags
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new
Side Curtain Airbags, front and rear
new
VDC (vehicle dynamics control) electronic stability control
new
'Brake Assist' assists the brake power when the driver cannot depress the
brake pedal strongly and the brake power is insufficient. Brake assist
generates the brake power according to the speed at which the driver depresses
the brake pedal.
Note: When you depress
the brake pedal strongly or suddenly, the following may occur. However,
even though these occur, they do not indicate any malfunctions, and the
brake assist system is operating properly. 1) You might feel that the brake
pedal is applied by lighter force and generates a greater braking force.
2) You might hear clicking (knocking) sounds around brake pedal.
new
All 2008 models have Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Front Airbags: dual front
advanced airbags detects driver's seat position and passenger weight and
seat position to control airbag deployment
Side Airbags: front side
airbags
Curtain Airbags: front and
rear side curtain |
Brakes: anti-lock disc brakes
with EBD electronic brake force distribution
Collapsible Foot Pedals:
reduce risk to feet in accidents
Brakes: EBD, electronic
brake force distribution varies front/rear brake power
Brakes: low-wear indicators
on disc brakes
3 point lap and shoulder
belts with Height Adjustable outboard shoulder harness for all (5) occupants.
Internal Trunk Release,
sedan, emergency inside-trunk release
LATCH Child seat Tethers
and Uniform Mounting Clips
Childproof rear door locks
and windows.
Daytime running lights
Crumple zones: front and
rear
Drop-down motor mounts
Re-inforced door beams:
Dual front, single rear
A Pillar beam
5-mph impact-absorbing bumpers |
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prices
2008
Impreza WRX and STI Prices
Your
purchase price may vary due to rebates, incentives, dealer markup or discounts,
and options
subject
to change, correction.
Notes, updates
12/12 STIs start arriving
(slowly)
11/15/07 STI prices announced
9/20/07 STI model codes
released
7/16/07 prices announced
VDC is Vehicle Dynamic Control
(electronic stability control)
PRICE
NOTE THESE ARE RESEARCH FIGURES ONLY
Your actual purchase
price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or
discounts, and options.
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2008 WRX SEDAN
Subject
to change, correction.
your
final purchase price may vary due to rebates, incentives, dealer markup
or discounts, and of course options
|
model
code
|
MSRP, suggested retail
list price.
Base price +$645 destination
= MSRP, suggested retail
list price
|
base +$645 dest. = dealer
invoice |
| WRX sedan, manual transmission,
VDC |
8J0
|
$24,350 +$645 = $24,995 |
$22,997 +$645 = $23,642 |
| WRX Premium sedan, manual
transmission, VDC |
8JQ
|
$26,450 +$645 = $27,095 |
$24,935 +$645 = $25,580 |
| WRX Premium sedan, automatic
SportShift transmission, VDC |
8JR
|
$27,450 +$645 = $28,095 |
$25,852 +$645 = $26,497 |
| WRX sedan, Navigation, Satellite
radio, VDC, manual transmission |
8JS
|
$28,450 +$645 = $29,095 |
$26,781 +$645 = $27,426 |
2008 WRX 5 door wagon
Subject
to change, correction.
|
model
code
|
MSRP, suggested retail
list price.
Base price +$645 destination
= MSRP, suggested retail
list price
|
base +$645 dest. = dealer
invoice
|
PRICE
NOTE THESE ARE RESEARCH FIGURES ONLY
Your actual purchase
price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or
discounts, and options.
|
| WRX wagon, manual transmission,
VDC |
8LO
|
$24,850 +$645 = $25,495 |
$23,461 +$645 = $24,106 |
| WRX Premium wagon, manual
transmission, VDC |
8LQ
|
$26,950 +$645 = $27,595 |
$25,400 +$645 = $26,045 |
| WRX Premium wagon, automatic
SportShift transmission, VDC |
8LR
|
$27,950 +$645 = $28,595 |
$26,317 +$645 = $26,962 |
| WRX wagon, Navigation, Satellite
radio, VDC, manual transmission |
8LS
|
$28,950 +$645 = $29,595 |
$27,245 +$645 = $27,890 |
STI 5 door wagon
Subject
to change, correction.
NOTE
these
are research figures, your purchase price may vary due to rebates, Incentives,
dealer mark-up or discounts, and of course any options
|
model
code
|
MSRP, suggested retail
list price.
Base price +$645 destination
= MSRP, suggested retail
list price
|
base +$645 dest. = dealer
invoice
|
| STI with VDC |
8LV
|
$34,995 +$645= $35,640 |
$33,010 +$645=$33,655 |
| STI with silver BBS wheels
and VDC |
8LW
|
$36,995 +$645 =$37,640
|
$34,867 +$645=
$35,512 |
| STI with gold BBS wheels
and VDC |
8LX
|
STI with Navigation, silver
BBS wheels and VDC
Note that this Navigation
does not cover Hawaii, Alaska |
8LY
|
$38,785 +$645 =$39,440
|
$36,537 +$645=37,182 |
STI with Navigation, gold
BBS wheels and VDC
Note that this Navigation
does not cover Alaska |
8LZ
|
2008 Impreza prices
Subject
to change, correction.
|
model
code
|
MSRP, suggested retail
list price.
Base price +$645 destination
= MSRP, suggested retail
list price
|
base +$645 dest. = dealer
invoice
|
PRICE
NOTE THESE ARE RESEARCH FIGURES ONLY
Your actual purchase
price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or
discounts, and options.
|
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start standard features
2008 WRX Standard
Features
subject
to updating, change, correction.
Check out the photo pages
for exterior and interior shots
|
Standard
Features 2008 WRX 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon
4 door model code 8JO
5 door model code 8LO
redesigned
for 2008!
new
this WRX model replaces TR model
gone
Limited slip rear axle (due to VDC)
new
and/or redesigned for 2008
new
engine intercooler, intake, turbo unit
new
Brake Assist boosts braking when driver does not depress pedal strongly
enough
new
Pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio (Sirius incl w navigation)
new
Incline Start Assist (similar to hill holder, uses VDC. manual trans only)
to prevent rollback when starting on a hill
new
VDC (vehicle dynamics control) electronic stability control, with 'off'
control
new
Headlights auto-off when ignition key removed
new
Bottle holders in front and rear door panels
new
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
new
Side Curtain Airbags, front and rear
new
Double-wishbone rear suspension
new
16.9 US gallon fuel tank (was 15.9)
new
Telescoping and Tilt steering wheel
new
LED Lit center console storage
new
Electroluminescent guages
new
Fuel gas economy meter
new
Roof mounted antenna
new
Laser cut keys
2.5L, intercooled, turbo,
DOHC, 16 valve, opposed 4 cylinder, 224 hp
All wheel drive
Anti-lock, 4 wheel disc
brakes with EDB, electronic brake force distribution
Airbags: front airbags,
occupant sensing
Airbags: side airbags
Airbags: side curtain airbags,
front and rear
Daytime running lights
Speedometer to 150mph (numbered
to 140, STI is to 160mph)
Power locks
Power windows
Power mirrors, body colored
Automatic Climate Control
Heating and Air Conditioning
Stereo AM/FM single
disc CD, 80 watts, 4 speakers, MP3 ready, Speed sensing volume control,
3 FM bands |
17x7" 10 spoke alloys
Air filtration system, replace
paper filter yearly
Engine Immobilizer Keys
(chipped keys)
Alarm Security system w/
ignition disable.
Remote Keyless entry
Body Colored folding outside
mirrors
Sport designed dash gauges
Sport tuned suspension
Performance design front
bucket seats with integrated headrests
Cupholders: 2 fixed size
in the center console, 1 bottle holder in each door (4)
Center console with open
cupholders, and open storage under climate control
Cruise control
Leather shift knob
Leather parking brake handle.
Leather wrapped steering
wheel
Alloy pedals covers
Outside temperature gauge
Dual resettable trip odometers
Illuminated ignition key
ring
Carpeted floor mats
Interior Lights: red lit
ignition key ring, console front storage (blue light), glovebox, 2 overhead
map, 1 dome light, rear cargo light
Map pocket on rear of passenger
seat
Fold down rear seats on
sedan and wagon
Storage tray under rear
floor in truck or cargo area
wagon: Rear Gate Spoiler
wagon: retractable cargo
cover
wagon: Cargo area tie-down
hooks
wagon: LED taillights |
WRX Premium Package
adds over the WRX
subject
to change, correction
|
WRX with Navigation
and Sirius Satellite Radio adds over the Premium
subject
to change, correction.
|
Premium 4 sood sedan,
5 door wagon
4 door: manual trans
model code 8JQ; auto trans model code 8JR
5 door: manual trans
model code 8LQ; auto trans moxdel code 8LR
everything the WRX
has, plus...
new
model this model replaces the 2007 WRX model
new
option SportShift 4 speed electronic direct control automatic transmission.
This is the only WRX available
with an automatic transmission
Stereo: AM/FM, CD
6 disc Changer, 100 watt, 10 speakers, aux input plug, Speed sensing volume
control, 3 FM bands
All Weather Package: Heated
Outside Mirrors and Front Windshield Wiper De-icer (both
work with rear defroster button), Dual Setting Heated Front Seats,
Aero Package: front lip
spoiler, side ground effects, trunk spoiler (sedan), rear diffuser (wagon)
Leather wrapped steering
wheel with audio and cruise control switches
Exhaust Tips, Single exhaust
on wagon, Dual exhaust on sedan
Fog Lights |
4 door model code 8JS
5 door model code 8LS
new
model for 2008
everything the Premium
has, plus
7" Touch Screen Navigation
system with 100 Audio System with single disc CD player, 10 speakers, audio
video inputs.
Factory installed Sirius
Satellite radio 3 month free subscription
Multi-media auxiliary inputs
delete CD changer
delete: optional automatic
transmission, not available
note that this Navigation
does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
|
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start
STI
STI standard equipment
5 door wagon
subject
to updating, change, correction.
No sedan is available for 2008
The cars arriving (slowly)
mid December, 2007
Check out the photo pages
for exterior and interior shots |
New
model for 2008: 5 door wagon, model
code 8LV
There is no sedan available.
standard STI features..
2.5L DOHC intercooled high
boost engine
Electronic Throttle Control
SI Drive (Subaru Intellegent)
3 modes: Intelligent (I), Sport (S), Sport Sharp (S#)
VDC, Vehicle Dynamics Control
with 3 modes: Normal, Traction, Off.
Transmission Shift Up indicator
light in Intelligent mode.
Multi-mode DCCD Driver Controlled
Center Differential with nine settings, including three auto modes and
six manual modes. The 3 auto modes are Auto, Auto Minus shifts torque to
the rear for high-friction surfaces, and Auto Plus shifts torque to the
front for low-friction surfaces. Manual mode varies front/back power split
up to 50/50.
Incline Start Assist similar
to hill holder, uses VDC, to minimize rollback when starting on a
hill
Limited-slip front differential,
Helical type
Limited-slip rear differentail,
Torsen type
6 speed manual transmission
Short Throw Shifter
Power steering, quick ratio
Speedometer to 160mph (WRX
is to 150mph)
new
The 2008 STI has Subaru Super Coolant. This new coolant is blue in color
and has an extended life of 10 years before servicing is required and CAN
NOT BE MIXED with other kinds..
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS)
18x8.5" 5 spoke aluminum
alloys
SuperSport 4 channel anti-lock
brakes, Brembo
Ultra-low expansion brake
hoses
Aluminum alloy front door
sill plates
STI Electroluminescent guages
Power adjustable headlight
angle
STEREO
AM/FM 80 watt stereo, 6
disc CD changer, 10 speakers, aux input plug, MP3. Speed sensing volume
control, 3 FM bands |
more standard STI
features...
Power windows, power locks,
power mirrors
Climate Control AC
60/40 split-folding rear
seat
Leather wrapped Momo steering
wheel, audio, cruise control switches
Forged aluminum-alloy lower
A-arms, front supension
Sport-tuned performance
suspension
Double-wishbone rear suspension
Tilt and telescoping steering
wheel
Chrome inner door handle
Quad-outlet sport tailpipes
Aluminum alloy pedal covers
Aluminum front door sill
plates
Fuel consumption meter
STI designed instruments
STI fog light covers (fog
lights includes with BBS package)
Front fender engine compartment
heat vents
Dark-tinted upper windshield
band
Tinted glass
Tinted windshield band
Large rear gate spoiler
Rear bumper (single) diffuser.
Not the same as on WRX.
Interior Lights: red lit
ignition key ring, red footwell lighting, red back-lit STI logo in front
console raised lip, console front storage (red light), glovebox, 2 overhead
map and 1 dome light, rear cargo light
Headlights: HID headlights,
Halogen high beams
Tailights: LED
Hood scoop with internal
diffuser
Incline start assist to
help prevent roll back
Cupholders, 2 rear in center
console (not in WRX)
Cupholders, 2 front with
sliding cover, removeable/reverseable divider
Cupholder, Bottle holder
in door panels
Center console with 6" deep
recessed storage with raised lip and STI logo, under the climate control.
Raised lip with red back-lit STI logo (not on WRX).
Rev alarm, adjustable
information
always subject to updating, change, correction.
|
|
upgrade to STI with
BBS wheels
|
upgrade to STI with
BBS wheels and Navigation
|
STI with BBS wheels adds
over STI
Fog lights, multi-reflector
18"x 8.5" BBS forged Silver
alloys, model code 8LW
18"x 8.5" BBS forged Gold
alloys, model code 8LX
|
STI with BBS wheels and
Navigation
adds over STI with BBS wheels
with 18"x 8.5" BBS forged
Silver
alloys, model code 8LY
with 18"x 8.5" BBS forged
Gold
alloys, model code 8LZ
7" Touch Screen Navigation
system with 100 Audio SystemAM/FM, single disc CD player, 10 speakers,
audio video inputs.
Multi-media auxiliary inputs
Note that this Navigation
does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
Speed sensing volume control,
3 FM bands
Delete:
CD changer
Optional: XM or Sirius
radio |
Canadian
STI, basic information
subject to change and correction
|
| Price: list price
Ca $46,600 including destination in Canada. This is what I have been told
ansd is yo have more information please let me know at 206 769-7821
The Canadian model
has more equipment than the US spec one
Headlights are Projector
beam Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) low beams
with Halogen high beam.
All Weather Pkg includes
Heated front seats, defrosting outside mirrors and front wiper de-icer
Standard BBS forged aluminum
alloy
Standard Navigation/DVD
system (does not cover Hawaii, Alaska)
Standard Sirius Satellite
Radio, 3-month subscription included
this last section is Canadian
STI information |
Canadian colors available
Aspen White with Gold BBS
wheels
Dark Grey Metallic with
Silver BBS wheels
Midnight Blue Pearl with
Silver BBS wheels
Obsidian Black Pearl with
Gold BBS wheels
Spark Silver Metallic with
Silver BBS wheels
World Rally Blue Pearl with
Gold BBS wheels
this last section is Canadian
STI information |
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start dimensions
2008 WRX DIMENSIONS
Subject
to change, correction
|
|
2008 Model
|
sedan WRX, Premium
|
5 door wagon WRX,
Premium
|
STI 5 door wagon
|
| Curb weight |
manual: 3,142
|
manual: 3,208
|
STI: 3,395
BBS models: 3,373
|
| Overall Length |
180.3"
|
173.8"
|
173.8"
|
| Wheelbase |
103.1"
|
103.1"
|
103.3"
|
| Towing: |
not recommended
|
not recommended
|
not recommended
|
| Width |
68.5"
|
68.5"
|
70.7"
|
| Track front/rear |
58.9"/59.1"
|
58.9"/59.1"
|
60.2"/60.6""
|
| Height, overall |
58.1"
|
58.1" without roof rack
|
58.1"
|
| Ground clearance |
6.1"
|
6.1"
|
6.1"
|
| Interior Headroom front/rear |
40.3/37.6"
|
40.3/37.6"
|
40.3/37.6"
|
| Interior Legroom front/rear |
43.5/33.5"
|
43.5/33.5"
|
43.5/33.5"
|
| Cargo Volume |
11.3cf
|
rear seat up: 19cf
rear seat down: 44.4cf
|
rear seat up: 19cf
rear seat down: 44.4cf
|
| EPA interior volume |
94.4cf
|
94.4cf
|
94.4cf
|
| Drag |
--
|
--
|
.036
|
| Driver seat height, manually
adjustable, from ground to middle of seat surface (not of bolster). Hand
measured. |
18-21"
|
18-21"
|
18-21"
|
model
Subject
to change, correction
|
WRX, Premium sedan
|
5 door wagon WRX,
Premium
|
STI 5 door wagon
|
23 3/8" from front of the
brake pedal to front of driver seat.
Hand measured, seat in the
lowest position. (Outback Sport shown)
|
 
WRX and STI - new for 08
telescoping steering wheel goes from 6 1/2" -- 7 7/8"
|
|
Measurements
WRX and STI 5 door wagon
cargo area measurements
Outback Sport shown
measurements by hand, subject
to change, correction
|
|
5 door cargo area
hand measurements
A: hatch gate bottom
width: 36.5"
B: hatch gate bottom
to top height: 31"
C: cargo floor length,
seats folded up (cargo tray) 31.5"
D: cargo floor length,
seats folded down: 56"
E: cargo floor width
at wheel wells (cargo tray): 42"
F: cargo width on
top of wheel wells" 48"
G: rear driver side
seat width: 16.5"
H: rear seat width:
55"
I: cargo floor to
roof height: 26.5"
J: rear passenger
side seat width: 25.5"
Retractable cargo cover (not
shown): width 47" |
5 door standard retractable
cargo cover: width 47"
|
5 door wagon rear seat folded
flat, 55" from side to side
|
4 door sedan trunk
measurements
measurements by hand
subject to change, correction
|
trunk measurements.
the white box in the top,
off center, is the center shoulder harness base
|
2008 4 door sedan
trunk hand measurements
A: floor to back of seats,
up 38.5"
B: floor to top of back
seats, folded down 62.5"
C: width of trunk opening
at bottom 31"
D: floor width at wheel
wells 42.5"
E: height of trunk opening
17"
F: height of trunk interior
19.50"
G: width of trunk opening
at top, by hinges 43.25"
Split folding rear
seat measurments
rear drivers side, seat
width: 16.75"
rear passenger side, seat
width: 25.5" |
4 door sedan. Ths is the
pull strap to fold the rear seats down.
It unhooks to tuck into
the trunk for security, to 'lock' the seats from being folded.
|
sedan, looking into the car
from the trunk with rear seats folded flat
Width of opening at floor:
42.5"
Height of opening: 12" |
trunk storage bin, spare
is underneath
|
glove box hand measurements
(air filtration visible behind)
A:8", B: 13 3/8", C: 41/2"
|
photographs: photos1
(the outside);
photos2 (the inside), Navigation
end dimensions
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2008
WRX AND STi MECHANICAL AND STANDARD FEATURES
S = standard, 0=optional
subject to change, correction
|
2008 model
Subject
to change, correction.
|
Sedan WRX, Premium
|
Wagon WRX, Premium
|
STI 5 door wagon
|
| Engine |
Turbocharged
2.5L boxer DOHC, 4 cylinder,
16 valves
Active Valve Control System
Aluminum Alloy Block and
heads, open deck design, with
cast iron cylinder liners
Composite resin intake manifold
Sequential multi-port fuel
injection
Bore: 99.5x79mm, 3.92x3.11
Redline 6500 rpm,
Speedomter to 150 (numbered
to 140)
Hood scoop air intake with
Intercooler
Oil and filter service req.
every 3,750 miles (turbo) |
Turbocharged
2.5L boxer DOHC, 4 cylinder,
16 valves
Dual active valve control
system
Sequential multi-port fuel
injection
Alum alloy intake manifold
Cast-iron exhaust manifolds
Reinforced cast aluminum
block, cast iron cylinder liners, semi-closed deck design, five main
bearings.
Bore: 99.5x79mm, 3.92x3.11
Hood scoop air intake intercooler
6700 RPM redline
Speedometer to 160mph
Oil and filter service req.
every 3,750 miles (turbo)
new
Subaru Super 10 year Coolant, color is blue. Do not mix with other types. |
Horsepower
Torque |
224hp@5,200rpm,
Torque: ft lbs 226@2800rpm |
305hp@6000rpm,
Torque: ft lbs 290@4000rpm |
| All wheel drive, Manual
Trans |
'Continuous'
all wheel drive mechanically
controlled 50/50 front/back power split
new
VDC (vehicle dyanmics control) electronic stability control
new
TCS (traction control system) all speed traction control senses slipping
wheels and applies brake to the wheels (s) to help maintain vehicle
motion |
new
VDC (vehicle dyanmics control) electronic stability control with normal,
traction and off modes (use VDC button),
Includes multi-mode DCCD
Driver Controlled Center Differential with nine settings, including three
auto modes and six manual ones.
The 3 DCCD modes are 'Auto'
for center differential lock-up controlled by the Transmission Control
Module, The 3 auto modes are Auto, Auto Minus shifts torque to the rear
for high-friction surfaces, and Auto Plus shifts torque to the front for
low-friction surfaces.
DCCD manual modes vary rear/front
power up to 50/50 split.
The 6 settings are rear/front:
59/41, 57.2/42.8, 55.4/44.6, 53.6/46.4, 51.8/48.2, 50/50. |
| All wheel drive, Automatic
SportShift trans |
'Active'
all
wheel drive electronically controlled vairable transfer clutch to distribute
power Sensors monitor wheels, throttle and braking to determine torque
split
new
VDC (vehicle dyanmics control) electronic stability control
new
TCS (traction control system) all speed traction control senses slipping
wheels and applies brake to the wheels (s) to help maintain vehicle
motion |
na
|
| Compression, Boost |
8.4 +/- .2,
Maximum boost 11.9 PSI |
Compression: 8.6, maximum
boost 14.7 PSI
|
| Emissions |
50 state standard LEV2,
Certified Low Emission Vehicle
|
| Valves |
AVCS (Active
Valve Control System) variable valve timing optimizes engine efficiency,
16 valves |
16 valves, Dual active valve
control system |
| Tune up specs* |
Direct ignition
Iridium spark plugs, #NGK SILFR6A
Firing order 1-3-2-4
ignition timing at idle-
17* +/- 10*/700
idle rpm at park: 700 +/-
100 |
Direct ignition Iridium
spark plugs, #NGK SILFR6A
Firing order 1-3-2-4
ignition timing at idle-
17* +/- 10*/700
idle rpm at park: 700 +/-
100
new
Subaru Super 10 year Coolant, color is blue. Do not mix with other types. |
| Fuel |
Premium 91 octane |
Premium 93 octane preferred,
Premium 91 octane is acceptable
|
| Battery |
12V, Battery:
manual: 48ah; automatic: 52ah |
12V, 48ah
|
| Emissions: |
Certified 50
state LEV II (low emission vehicle) |
Certified 50 state LEV
II (low emission vehicle)
|
2008
model
subject to change, correction
|
WRX, Premium
4 door sedan
|
WRX, Premium
5 door wagon
|
STI 5 door wagon
|
| Axle Differentials |
viscous locking center
differential
(not available with auto
trans)
|
viscous locking center
differential
(not available with auto
trans)
|
2 limited-slip differentials:
front helical; rear Torsen.
Multi-mode DCCD Driver Controlled
Center Differential with nine settings, including three auto modes and
six manual ones.The 3 DCCD modes are 'Auto' for center differential lock-up
controlled by the Transmission Control Module, Auto Minus for rear torque
for high friction surfaces, and Auto Plus for more front torque for low
friction surfaces.
DCCD manual modes vary rear/front
power up to 50/50 split.
The 6 settings are rear/front:
59/41, 57.2/42.8, 55.4/44.6, 53.6/46.4, 51.8/48.2, 50/50. |
Economy city/highway
16.9 US gal capacity |
Manual: 19/24
Auto: 20/25
Premium Fuel 91 octane
|
Manual: 19/24
Auto: 20/25
Premium Fuel 91 octane
|
Manual: 17/23
Premium Fuel 91 octane (93
octane is available)
|
| Gear ratios,
manual trans |
5speed manual;
1st 3.166, 2nd 1.882, 3rd 1.296, 4th 0.972, 5th 0.738, final 3.900 |
6 speed manual 1st 3.636,
2nd 2.235, 3rd 1.521, 4th, 1.137,
5th 0.097, 6th 0.756
Front final gear ratio:
3.9
Rear final gear ratio: 3.545
Shift up indicator light
in Intelligent mode |
Gear ratios, new
automatic SportShift trans.
Available
on Premium only. |
4speed SportShift automatic
with manual mode
1st 2.785, 2nd 1.545, 3rd
1.0, 4th 0.684, final 3.9
|
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|
| Incline start assist |
S; uses VDC
to prevent rollback when starting on a hill, manual transmission only |
| Towing |
tba
|
tba
|
tba
|
| Brake hardware |
Front:
11.6" ventilated disc with dual piston calipers
Rear: 11.3" solid disc,
single caliper pistons |
front: 13.0" ventialted
disc with 4-piston calipers
rear: 12.6 ventilated disc
twin-piston calipers
Ultra-low expansion brake
hoses |
| Brakes: Anti-lock |
4 channel, 4
sensor, anti-lock
EBD; electronic brake force
distribution
Disc brake wear indicators.
new
Brake Assist assists with maximum braking when detecting fast pedal pressure. |
Brembo SuperSport 4 channel
anti-lock brakes
new
Brake Assist assists with maximum braking when detecting fast pedal pressure.
|
| Steering |
engine speed sensing,
variable assist rack-and-pinion.
Quick Ratio: 16.5:1
Leather Momo WRX Wheel
|
quick ratio
Leather Momo STI Wheel
|
| Turning radius |
Lock-to-lock: 2.8 turns,
Turning circle: 34.8 ft
|
Lock-to-lock: 2.8 turns,
Turning circle: 36.1
|
| Wheels/tires: |
17x7jj alloy, 5 lug,
205/50R17 all season, offset 55 (2.2)
|
STI: 5 spoke silver aluminum
alloy: 18"x 8.5" jj
STI with BBS forged alloys,
either silver or gold: 18"x 8.5" jj
245/40 R18 93W Dunlop SP
Sport 600 summer directional tires. |
new
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Detects app 25% drop in
tire pressure so expect seasonal changes. |
S
|
S
|
S
|
2008
model
subject
to change, correction
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|
sedan WRX, Premium
subject to change, correction
|
wagon WRX, Premium
subject to change, correction
|
STI 5 door wagon
subject to change, correction
|
| Suspension: sport tuned
independent suspension |
Front:: strut
type
new
Rear: double wishbone
Front and Rear stabilizer
bars |
Sport-tuned performance
suspension
Rear: Double-wishbone rear
suspension
Front: forged alum alloy
lower A-arms, inverted KYB struts.
Front and Rear stabilizer
bars |
| Stereo and Navigation
system, |
WRX:
80 watt, AM/FM/CD player, 4 speakers, center console auxiliary input plug.
Speed sensing volume control. Song information display.
Premium: steering
wheel audio (and cruise) controls
80 watt Premium AM/FM Stereo,
CD changer, 10 speakers, MP3, SRS circle surround enhancement, center console
auxiliary input plug. Speed sensing volume control. Song information
display. 3 FM bands.
Satellite radio, Navigation:
steering wheel audio (and cruise) controls.
100 watt Premium AM/FM
Stereo, single disc CD player with Sirius Satellite radio and roof mounted
antenna, 10 speakers, MP3, auxiliary inputs for multi media devices. Song
information display. Audio video inputs in center console.
Note that this Navigation
does not cover Hwaii, Alaska |
STI steering wheel audio
(and cruise) controls
Standard: 80 watt
Premium AM/FM Stereo, CD changer, 10 speakers, MP3, SRS circle surround
enhancement, center console auxiliary input plug.
Speed sensing volume control.
Song information display.
3 FM bands
Navigation: 100 watt
Premium AM/FM Stereo, single disc CD player, roof mounted antenna, 10 speakers,
MP3, auxiliary inputs for multi media devices. Song information display.
Audio video inputs in center console.
Note that this Navigation
does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
Optional: XM or Sirius
satellite radio
|
Headlights
new
auto off headlight now with ignition key removal.
new
parking lights can be turned back on after key has been removed, with light
on warning chime.
The old parking light on
the top of the steering column is gone |
Low beam: Projector
beam halogen
High beam: multi reflector
halogen
|
Low beam: HID
High beam: multi reflector
halogen
Power adjustable headlight
aiming
|
| Daytime Running Lights |
Standard
|
Projector Beam Fog lights
(off when headlight high
beams on) |
S: Premium
|
0: STI
S: BBS wheel models
|
| Exhaust |
Dual
|
Single
|
Quad-outlet sport tailpipes
|
| Exhaust tailpipe tips |
Premium
|
Premium
|
Premium, quad
|
| Hood: steel with hood scoop,
undercover insulator, hood struts |
S
|
S
|
| Aero ground effects: front
lip spoiler, side and rear ground effects |
S: Premium only
|
S
|
| Rear Spoiler |
0: Standard model
S: Premium model
|
S
|
S
|
| Rear diffuser |
na
|
Premium model, multi-diffuser
|
Single diffuser
|
| Front fender engine compartment
heat vent, behind front wheels |
na
|
na
|
S
|
| Roof Rack, easy on-off for
use as needed. May create wind noise. |
0
|
0
|
0
|
| Navigation system |
S on Premium
with factory installed Sirius Radio with roof antenna. Navigation system
is touch-screen. |
0: on BBS wheel models.
Navigation system is 7"
Kenwood touch-screen. see stereo |
| Gauges |
Electroluminescent
lighting
Center tachometer sport
design guage cluster
Full needle sweep and trim
ring illumination on start-up |
STI designed instruments
Electroluminescent lighting
Center tachometer sport
design guage cluster with SI Drive and DCCD information
Full needle sweep and trim
ring illumination on start-up
Rev alarm, with optional
buzzer, adjust by tapping odometer button |
| Seats |
Performance
design one piece front buckets with fixed headrests
Manual height adjustable
driver seat
Rear seats fold flat |
Performance design one piece
front sport buckets with fixed headrests with STI logo.
Manual height adjustable
driver seat
Black
leather trimmed seats, gray Alcantara inserts, center armest, door panel
armrest. Gray stitching. |
| Cupholders |
2 fixed position
in center console
bottle holder in each door
panel (4) |
2 in center console with
removeable/reverseable cup divider and sliding cover,
2 in rear console (not in
WRX),
bottle holder in each door
panel (4) |
| Center console |
storage under
armrest with aux plug and power socket with space for CDs; 2 fixed position
cupholders; recessed open storage (6" deep) under climate control |
storage under armrest with
aux plug and power socket;
2 cupholders with sliding
cover and removeable/reverseable divider; 2 rear cupholders at back of
console (not in WRX);
Recessed storage (6" deep)
under climate control with raised lip and illuminated STI logo. |
2008
model
subject to change, correction
|
4 door sedan WRX,
Premium
subject to change, correction
|
5 door wagon WRX,
Premium
subject to change, correction
|
STI 5 door wagon
subject to change, correction
|
end dimensions
top
2008
WRX Option Packages
How
To Read: List price (Invoice)
These
are factory installed prices! Your price may vary due to rebates or other
incentives, dealer mark-up or discount.
Dealer
prices may be higher due to labor and part costs
'available,
'--' not available, 'tba' to be announced
subject
to update, change, correction
|
2008 Option Packages
How
To Read: list price (invoice)
your purchase
price may vary due to rebates, incentives, markup, and discounts.
Subject
to change, correction
|
sedan WRX
|
sedan WRX Premium
|
sedan WRX, Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
wagon WRX
|
wagon WRX Premium
|
wagon WRX,
Satellite Radio, Navigation
|
STI; STI BBS;
STI Navigation models
|
| Popular Equipment Group
1B: center console armrest, 2 trunk cargo nets, $206 ($134) sedan only |
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
| Popular Equipment Group
2B: center console armrest, rear cargo net, rear seatback cargo net, $249
($162) wagon only |
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Popular Equipment Group
3A: auto dimming rear view mirror with compass, Security System Shock Sensor
alarm upgrade, $319 ($208) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Popular Equipment Group
3B: auto dimming mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener, Security
System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade, $404 ($263) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Popular Equipment Group
4A: Remote Engine Start, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade: $559
($407) automatic transmission only |
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
| Popular Equipment Group
4B: Remote Engine Start, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade, Auto
Dimming rear view mirror with compass $751 ($532) automatic tranmission
only |
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
Audio Package 1: iPod interface,
subwoofer/amp, security alarm shock sensor, $665 ($433).
NA with navigation or satellite
radio
11/19/08 Update: iPod interface
recharge function doesn't work with new Nano 4th generation and iPod Touch
2nd generation. Other functions still work but they don't recharge. Subaru
is working on a new version of the interface. |
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
na with navigation or satellite
radio
|
Audio Package 2: Sirius
Satellite Radio, Subwoofer/Amp, $768 ($545)
not available with Navigation
or iPod interface |
A
|
A
|
Sirius radio standard
|
A
|
A
|
Sirius radio standard
|
A
na with navigation or iPod
interface
|
Audio Package 3: XM Satellite
Radio, Subwoofer/Amp, $768 ($545)
not available with Navigation
or iPod interface |
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
na with navigation or iPod
interface
|
| Sport Trim 1: Sport Mesh
Grill, Body Side Molding, color coordinated, $493 ($321) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
| Sport Trim 2: Sport Mesh
Grill, Deck Lid Spoiler, color coordinated, $675 ($477) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
| Sport Grill Package 3, body
colored sport grill, short throw shifter, $669 ($391) manual trans only |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
| SPT Exhaust pkg 4: Sport
mesh Grill (body color), SPT catback exhaust, tuned by SPT decals, $499
($375), sedan only |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
2008
option packages
How
To Read: list price (invoice)
your purchase
price may vary due to rebates, incentives, markup, and discounts.
Subject
to change, correction
|
sedan WRX
|
sedan WRX Premium
|
sedan WRX Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
5 door
wagon WRX
|
5 door wagon WRX Premium |
5 door wagon WRX Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
STI 5 door wagon;
BBS; Navigation models
|
end packages
top
start individual options
|
2008
WRX Individual Options
How
To Read: List price (dealer invoice)
These
are factory installed prices. Your price may vary due to rebates or other
incentives, dealer mark-up or discount.
Dealer
installed prices may be higher due to labor and part costs
'available,
'--' not available, 'tba' to be announced
subject
to update, change, correction
|
Individual Options
How
To Read: list price (dealer invoice)
your purchase
price may vary due to rebates, incentives, markup or discounts.
Subject
to change, correction.
|
sedan WRX
|
sedan WRX Premium
|
sedan WRX, Sirius Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
wagon WRX
|
wagon WRX Premium
|
wagon WRX, Sirius Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
STI 5 door:
STI, BBS, Navigation models
|
| Rear Deck Lid Spoiler, body
colored, $380 (285) sedan only |
A
|
S
|
S
|
S
|
S
|
S
|
na
|
WRX Sport Grill colors,
codes
$295 ($192) |
Lightning Red grill (code
Q8T)
Topaz Gold grill (code Q8X)
Dark Gray grill (code Q8Q) |
Obsidian Black grill (code
Q8S)
Spark Silver grill (code
Q8V)
WR Blue grill (code Q8Y) |
|
STI Sport Grill colors,
codes
$335 ($218) |
Dark Gray (code Y8U), also
with silver BBS wheels
Lightening Red (code Y8X),
also with silver BBS wheels
Spark Silver (code Y8T),
also with silver BBS wheels
Obsidian Black (code Y8V),
also with silver BBS wheels |
WR Blue (code Y8W), also
with gold BBS wheels
Aspen White (Y8S), also
with gold BBS wheels |
|
| Roof Carrier Base Kit (cross
bars), $250 ($150) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
Side Cargo Nets, set of
2, $43 ($28)
sedan only |
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
| Cargo Net, Rear Verticle,
by gate, $37 ($24) |
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Cargo Net, Rear, by seatback
$49 ($32) |
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Remote Engine Start ($32
($324), automatic transmission only |
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
| Auto Dimming rear view mirror
with compass $192 ($125) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Auto Dimming rear view mirror
with compass and Homelink $277 ($180) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Center Armrest Extension,
$163, ($106) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Fog Lights (code Q8C) $365
($237) |
A
|
S
|
S
|
A
|
S
|
S
|
--
|
| Fog Lights (code Q8Z) $383
($287) |
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
STI only,
S with BBS wheels
|
| Tailpipe cover, single,
wagon only, code Y8N, $50 ($32) |
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
S
|
S
|
--
|
Tailpipe cover, double,
sedan only, code Y8M, $59 ($38).
Not available with optional
performance catback exhaust system |
A
|
S
|
S
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
Individual Options
How
To Read: list price (dealer invoice)
your purchaswe
price may vary due to rebates, incentives, markup or discounts.
Subject
to change, correction.
|
sedan
|
sedan Premium
|
sedan Satellite, Navigation
|
wagon
|
wagon Premium
|
wagon Satellite, Navigation
|
STI 5 door:
STI, BBS, Navigation models
|
| Armrest, center console
pop-up armrest, off black, $163 ($106) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Cargo Tray $75 ($46) |
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Rear seat cupholders $85
($55) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
S
|
| Front Bumper Underguard,
$189 ($123) sedan only |
A
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
| Rear Bumper Underguard,
$269 ($175) wagon only |
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
| Rear Bumper Underspoiler,
$344 ($258) wagon only |
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
| Rear Bumper cover step pad
$69 ($45) wagon only |
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Security System Shock Sensor
alarm upgrade (code R8D), $127 ($83) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Splash Guards, body colored,
$132, $86 |
A
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
| Bodyside Molding, body colored,
$198 ($129) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Wheel Locks, $42 ($28) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| All Weather rubber floor
mats $69 ($39) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
|
Performance and stereo
|
sedan
|
sedan Premium
|
sedan Satellite, Navigation
|
wagon
|
wagon Premium
|
wagon Satellite, Navigation
|
STI
|
STI short shifter, 5 spd,
manual only
$374 ($243) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
| STI short shifter, 6 spd,
(code T8G) $451 ($338) late availability |
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
| SPT Catback Exhaust (sedan
code Y8R, wagon Y8Q) $357 ($268) late availability |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
STI titanium shift knob,
5 speed manual transmission only, (code 1YG)
$159 ($104) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
STI titanium shift knob,
6 speed manual transmission only, (code J5D)
$179 ($117) |
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
| Momo Shift Knob, manual
transmission only, $102, ($66) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
| Momo Shift Knob, automatic
transmission only, $117, ($76) |
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
| STI Metal Pedals, manual
transmission, $187 ($122) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
S
|
| STI Metal Pedals, automatic
transmission, $163 ($106) |
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
--
|
| Tuned by SPT decals, 2,
black (code Q83) $34 ($22), late availability |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
| SPT Cat-Back Exhaust, sedan
code Y8R, wagon Y8Q, introductory price $357 ($268). added 4/11/08. Does
not work with optional exhaust tips |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
Stereo: Sirius Satellite,
$453 ($340)
ph: 888-539-7474 |
A
|
A
|
Sirius standard
|
A
|
A
|
Sirius standard
|
A
|
Stereo: XM Satellite,
$453 ($340)
ph: 800-967-2346 US, 877-438-9677
Canada |
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
| Stereo: Subwoofer/Amp,
$315 ($205) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
Stereo: i-Pod interface,
Apple iPod only, allows control through the factory stereo. $223 ($145)
The standard aux input in
the center console will play any MP3 music device but controls are through
the device.
11/19/08 Update: iPod interface
recharge function doesn't work with new Nano 4th generation and iPod Touch
2nd generation. Other functions still work but they don't recharge. Subaru
is working on a new version of the interface. |
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
A
|
--
|
A: STI, BBS;
na w/ Navigation
|
| Stereo: iPod or IPhone
console tray $9. ($6). in black or platinum |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
How
To Read: list price (dealer invoice)
NOTE:
your purchase price may vary due to rebates, incentives, markup or discounts.
Subject
to change, correction.
|
sedan WRX
|
sedan WRX Premium
|
sedan WRX Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
wagon WRX
|
wagon WRX Premium |
wagon WRX Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
STI 5 door:
STI, BBS, Navigation models
|
end individual options
Subject
to change, correction.
top
dealer installed performance
options
NEW
available Feb-March 2009. SPT turbo boost guage. Fits all 08/08
Impreza turbos, and 09 Forester turbo. Displays engine vacuum as inHG and
PSI. The dial is red lit when the car is on. #H501SFG500, $239.
Cat-Back Exhaust Systems
for the 2008 Impreza 4Door and 5Door from Subaru Performance Tuning
The new stainless steel exhaust system replaces the stock WRX center pipe
and rear muffler assembly with a smooth flowing, low restriction, better-sounding
exhaust note, plus a 10 horsepower increase. Available as a factory installed
option.
Part: # D441SFG100, SPT
4Door Cat-Back Exhaust, 2008 Impreza WRX 4Door
# D441SFG000, SPT 5Door
Cat-Back Exhaust, 2008 Impreza WRX 5Door
STI coil over springs
not factory installed. New pink STI Coil Springs are specifically tuned
for street performance and are stiffer than stock springs. Ride height
is also reduced by about 10mm. The lower center of gravity and reduced
body roll results in noticeably improved handling. Rear part #B2010FG200/300
Exhaust Finsher, STI only.
Dealer part installed
part # E7710FG030.
Available July 08.
see
close-up photo |
 |
optional exhuast finisher,
dealer installed only
top
start selection
2008
WRX
scroll
down for STI
'A'
available, '--' not available
subject to update, change,
correction
subject to change, correction
|
COLOR (code)
all with carbon black
checkered cloth
|
sedan WRX
|
sedan WRX Premium
|
sedan WRX with Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
wagon WRX
|
wagon WRX Premium
|
wagon WRX with Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
| Obisidian Black Pearl (BLK) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Spark Silver Met. (SSK) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Dark Gray Metallic (DGM) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Lightning Red (RLG) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| Satin White Pearl (WHI) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
| WR Blue Mica (BLU) |
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
A
|
|
color (code)
|
sedan WRX
|
sedan WRX Premium
|
sedan WRX Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
wagon WRX
|
wagon WRX Premium |
wagon WRX Satellite
Radio, Navigation
|
end WRX, start STI
STI colors
scroll up for WRX
'A'
available, '--' not available
All
with Black leather trimmed seats with gray Alcantara inserts, and perforated
upper back inserts, gray stitching
subject to update, change,
correction
|
Color (code)
all with leather with
alcanatara inserts, gray stitching
|
STI
|
STI
with Silver BBS alloys
|
STI
with Gold BBS alloys
|
STI with Silver BBS
alloys and Navigation
|
STI with Gold BBS
alloys and Navigation
|
| Obisidian Black Pearl (BLK) |
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
| Spark Silver Met. (SSK) |
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
| Dark Gray Met. (DGM) |
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
| Lightning Red (RLG) |
A
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
| Aspen White Pearl (WHI) |
A
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
| WR Blue Mica (BLU) |
A
|
--
|
A
|
--
|
A
|
end colors
top
Magazine articles and
reviews, speed tests etc
many more reviews and articles
at http://www.cars101.com/subaru/news.html.
WRX
review, CarandDriver.com magazine, Sept 2007 issue
STI
review, CarandDriver.com magazine, Feb 2008 issue
STI
vs EVO from MotorTrend.com
STI review '...the STI now
comes only as a five-door hatchback, instead of the popular sedan bodystyle.
But who cares? In the flesh, those flared fenders transform the WRX from
a slightly vanilla wagon into a purpose-built rally raid car...' more from
PopularMechanics,
December 07
May 3, 2007 Impreza
2.5i sedan Tenth Place, Quickest Cars of 2007 under
$20,000 from caranddriver. 'There’s good noise, and there’s bad
noise. Since 2001, we’ve loved the endearing growl of Subaru’s boxer engines,
and it is fair to say that, of the 10 cars on this list, only a variety
of Honda Civics have supplied us with as much fun as have Subaru Imprezas.
The shift linkage is quick and positive, the controls are all where they
should be....' more
Impreza
WRX sedan First Place, Quickest Cars of 2007 $20,000
- $25,000 fromcaranddriver. 'For more than a decade, we’ve sampled
a steady stream of hot Subaru Imprezas, every one of them has been as much
fun as free-Jägermeister night at the Hazelden Clinic...' more
4/26/07 Coming! The 2008
Subaru STI and Mitsubishi Evo, from RoadandTrack.com 'Take the exterior
of the stock 5-door WRX and inject it with large doses of steroids; now
you have an idea of how the next WRX STI will look...' more
|
speed tests
|
Car and Driver
2008 WRX 4 door sedan,
June, 2007
0-30mph 1.8 seconds
0-60 5.8
0-100 16.2
1/4 mile 14.4 seconds @95mph |
Motor Trend
2008 WRX
0-30mph 1.6 seconds
0-60 5.6
0-90 12.9
1/4 mile 14.3 sec @ 93.8
mph
Braking 60-0 125 ft
Passing, 45-65 mph, 3.2
seconds
2008 STI
0-30mpg 1.6 seconds
0-60mph 4.7
0-100 13.3
1/4 mile 13.4 @ 100.4mph
Braking 60-0 106ft |
more to come. Tips
and suggestions welcomed
|
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