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new chromed WRX logo on front grill

STI logo on rear gate
STI logo on rear gate

2009 Subaru WRX, Premium, 2.5GT and STI Research website
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photos - Updates - new for 09 - 09 models - maintenance and warranty - safety features - 2009 prices  - 
2009 WRX standard features - 2008 STI standard features - dimensions, interior measurments
option packages - individual options  - performance & fun accessoriescolors reviews, speed tests
2009 WRX, silver sedan
2009 WRX, note gray alloys, aero package. scroll down for more photos
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2009  window stickers - WRX exterior photos; interior photos  -  2009 STI exterior photosinterior photos
Navigation system with Sirius radio on WRX  -  Turbo maintenance requirements

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new SPT book guage fits 2008 and 2009 WRX
SPT boost guage fits 2008 and 2009 WRX. dash mounted
2009 WRX signed by Travis Pastrana, Dave Mirra and Ken Block
2009 WRX dashboard personally signed by Travis Pastrana, Dave Mirra and Ken Block at an event before the Olympus Rally, Wa, April 2009

for 2009, the automatic WRX is renamed Impreza GT
2009 Subaru STI in Fast and Furious movei, opens April 3, 2009
2009 Subaru STI in Fast and Furious movie, opens April 3, 2009

WRX with the new logo in the standard mesh grill.
2009 Subaru Impreza WRX STI front, with optional fog lights
09, 08 Subaru Impreza WRX STI front, with optional sport grill.
2009 WRX STI with exhaust finishers
2009 or 2008 WRX STI with optional exhaust finishers, BBS wheels
2009 WRX has STI spoiler
2009 WRX 5door wagon now has the STI spoiler, dark gray shown. The 2.5GT has a small spoiler
2009 Impreza WRX Premium 5 door wagon, white
white 2009 WRX Premium wagon

WRX sedan (not 2.5GT), with new for 09 standard rear spoiler, optional SPT exhaust
09 STI
09 STI, with optional exhaust finishers
STI, side view, blue
STI

driver door panel with bottle holder
09 STI interior
STI interior, with Alcantara seat insets
2008 Impreza keys
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
rear view of 2009 WRX Premium 4 door sedan
2009 WRX Premium 4 door sedan, standard rear spoiler (option on 2.5GT)
WRX standard grill
WRX, standard grill has logo
WRX, optional sport grill
WRX, optional sport grill, body colored, doesn't have logo
Impreza WRX Chrome Sport Grill
Impreza WRX and STI optional Chrome Sport Grill, available Jan. 2009
new 1/27/09- Chrome Sport Grill for all 2009/08 Imprezas
new 1/27/09  optional Chrome Sport Grill for all 2009/08 Imprezas.
STI standard grill
STI, standard grill has logo
STI optional sport grill
STI optional sport grill has STI logo, body colored
sport grill
WRX optional sport grill, body colored
alloy foot rest, new for 09 WRX
alloy footrest is new for 09

cloth with new red WRX logo, stitching (not on 2.5GT)
optional fog light protectors
optional lexan plastic fog light protectors, WRX only.

roof rack CARRIER BASE KIT, fixed position cross bars, carry 175#, easy to remove, fits all models. 

Install the roof rack carrier base kit is easy on-off by tightening or loosening the yellow 
attachment screw  under the cover plate. The rack only fits one place on the roof.
2008, 2009 Impreza roof rack snow board accessories
2008, 2009 Impreza with roof rack carrier base kit and aftermarket accessories- cargo basket, cross bars, snow board and ski carrier. 
Note- starting February 2009 the carrier base kit is no longer available to order on a new car, 
it is only available from dealer parts departments.

 leather wrapped steering wheel has audio (left) and cruise (right) controls

 leather wrapped steering wheel has audio (left) and cruise (right) controls

09 WRX steering wheel has new red stitching

STI leather wrapped steering wheel (no red stitching). Note the small microphone in the center of the steering column? It's part of the optional Bluetooth connection (req Navigation)

rear windows go almost all the way down

WRX 4 door sedan has dual exhaust, standard rear spoiler (not 2.5GT)

Navigation and Audio system, includes audio-video inputs in the center console.
Note that this Navigation does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
view out the back window of a sedan
view out the back window of a sedan

WRX instrument panel, center tachometer, 150mph speedometer on right, temp gauge.

WRX speedometer, US spec with outer miles, inner kilometers
optional iPod input plug, shown with iphone
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).
optional exhuast finisher
STI with optional exhaust tip finishers (STI only), and rear bumper cover.

more more more 2009 images
window stickers
WRX exterior photos; interior photos
2009 and 2008 STI exterior, interior photos; 
Navigation and audio system


 

new for 09 WRX, gray colored 17" 10 spoke alloys

STI 18" 5 spoke alloys

new for 09- Dunlop SP Sport 1 Summer Performance tires so you may want to buy All Season tires

STI optional silver 18" BBS alloys
part of the package with fog lights

STI optional gold 18" BBS alloys,
part of the package with fog lights

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    About the Subaru Impreza
    subject to change, correction

BASICS and UPDATES

WRX: A partial history by model year
Impreza is made by Fuji (Subaru) in Ota, Japan.

UPDATES

9/13/09 iPod interface upgrade part available so latest model iPod, Touch Nano will recharge. See your local dealer

2/25/09 New accessory SPT Turbo Boost Gauge for all 2008-2009 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. Available as a stand alone option or part of a new option package which includes the SPT Turbo Boost Gauge, short shifter and STI leather and aluminum shift knob.

2/23/09 STI's Cat-Back Exhaust System delayed the cat-back exhaust for the 2008 - 2009 STI is now expected May-June 09. (WRX exhuast is already available, and worth getting)

2/2/09 Optional roof rack Carrier Base Kit no longer factory installed -  it's a dealer part only, on with cars arriving starting late February. The 2009 Impreza Carrier Base Kit will only be available from dealer's parts dept. It can no longer be factory ordered but is available from dealers, part # E3610FG500, list price $229.95

1/27/09 New accessories  Chrome Sport Grill for all 09/08 Impreza available installed or as a part (see option list). STI Coil Springs for 09/08 STIs stiffen ride and lower height by 10mm
12/2 New accessories: optional footwell interior illumination, and moon air deflector available.

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. 9/13/09 iPod interface upgrade part available. See your local dealer

11/10 STI rebate- the STI gets unprecendented 0%X63 months plus dealer volume bonus cash $0-2500-3500-5000! 2008 model only, through 1/2/09.
The 0% interest alone on a $33000 finance balance (for example) for 63 months is almost $4000 saving! Plus the dealer bonus cash (if passed along by the dealer).
10/12  incorrect window stickers-  The 09 WRX does have Summer Performance Tires. The first 2009 WRX window stickers incorrectly said all season tires.
See window stickers page
10/10 a few new accessories added
9/23 iPod interface now also available with Navigation (still not with Satellite radio)
9/16 Destination increase on cars delivered to dealers starting late Sept 2008. Raised $30 to $695 (Ak to $845). Cars at dealers before late September 08 will still have the $665 destination (Ak $815).
9/11 WRXs start arriving. 265horsepower.  Yes you want to test drive this car!
8/26 Prices and final WRX and 2.5GT specs announced. The 2009 WRX $645 more than 08, 2.5GT is $455 lower. No changes announced yet for the 09 STI.

7/31 New 2009 WRX details announced. It's official, and the first 09 will be shown at the Los Angeles X Games July 31.
The 2009 WRX is expected September 2008.
The tweaked 09 WRX will have a larger turbo with more boost, and an easier flowing catalytic converter, making 265horsepower@6000rpm and 244 ft torque @4000rpm, up from 224hp@5200rpm, 226torque@2800rpm.
I'm calling it the 09 WRX.5 (half way to an STI).
The 09 WRX also gets revised suspension with larger stabilizer bars and stiffer springs, lower profile Summer Performance Tires Dunlop SP Sport 1 225/45R 17" tires (so you may want to buy All Season tires) with new gray 12 spoke alloys, standard mesh grill, upgraded tilt/telescoping leather wrapped steering wheel with red stitching, side moldings, and carbon black checkered cloth with red stitching.
The aero package is now standard on all models. The 4 door spoiler is now standard, the 5 door gets the STI rear spoiler.
The 09 Premium package picks up a new sunroof, plus fog lights, All Weather package with heated seats, defrosting mirrors and front wiper de-icer, aero package, upgraded stereo..
All new 2.5GT Premium 4 and 5 door models have the automatic 4speed Sportshift trans, active all wheel drive, all season tires, and the 224hp and 226ft torque like the 08s. 2 piece heated front bucket seats with adjustable active headrests (not Performance front buckets). No Aero package on the GT, it has , same cloth, same front grill and bright headlights as the on the Outback Sport. The 2.5GT doesn't get the STI spoiler.
A new 09 WRX to be given away at X Games 14, starts 7/31- 8/3, Los Angeles. Subaru is giving a WRX for the “Subaru Most Outstanding Athlete of the Games” grand prize. Subaru Rally drivers Travis Pastrana will be in car #199, Ken Block in #43. X Games 14, follow Subaru rally teams here.

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;
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 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.
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 2009, A Brief Summary of the models
subject to change and correction
2009 WRX models and model codes
scroll down for STI
4 door sedan
code
5 door wagon
code
WRX sedan
9JO
WRX wagon 9LO
WRX Premium sedan
9JP
WRX Premium wagon 9LP
WRX Premium sedan with Navigation, Satellite radio
9JQ
WRX Premium wagon with Navigation, Satellite radio 9LQ
new 2.5GT Premium sedan, automatic transmission
9JM
new 2.5i GT Premium wagon, automatic transmission 9LM

New model 2.5i GT, basically a 224hp WRX Premium, with standard Automatic Sportshift 4 speed transmission. 4 and 5 door available

 
New on the 2009 WRX
New,more power! 265horsepower@6000rpm and 244 ft torque @4000rpm. Note 2.5GT still has 224hp@5200rpm, 226torque@2800rpm.
New larger turbo with more boost (na 2.5GT)
New easier flowing catalytic converter, (na 2.5GT)
New revised suspension with larger stabilizer bars (na 2.5GT) 
New revised suspension with stiffer springs (na 2.5GT) 
New lower profile 17" Dunlop SP Sport 1 Summer Performance Tires with new gray alloys (except 2.5GT). You may want to buy All Season tires.

Summer tire and what it means tires designed for warmer temperatures and high stress use, with large tread blocks not good in inclement weather. The rubber does not maintain elasticity in cold weather, so the grip is less even on dry pavement. In the cold a summer tire becomes unpredictable and feels slippery when cornering no matter what the weather. This problem is compounded in wet or snowy conditions.
 

New on the 2009 WRX, con't

New WRX gets Aero Package (was std on 08 Premiums) including front and rear underspoilers and side ground effects, rear spoiler (sedan), rear diffuser (wagon), 
New Spoiler standard on 4 door
New STI spoiler standard on 5 door
New STI type front mesh grill with chromed WRX badge
New power sunroof, Premium model
New red stitching on the tilt/telescoping leather wrapped steering wheel
New red stitching on the standard carbon black checkered cloth 
New WRX logo on front seats
New alloy foot rest cover
New  All 2009 Subarus have the new Subaru Super Coolant. This coolant is blue in color. First servicing is 11 years.

2009 STI models
2009 model codes
code
STI 9LV
STI with silver BBS wheels, fog lights 9LW
STI with gold BBS wheels, fog lights 9LX
STI with silver BBS wheels, fog lights, Navigation 9LY
STI with gold BBS wheels, fog lights, Navigation 9LZ

Note Navigation does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
 

New for the 2009 STI

No changes have been announced. 

US what's new
Canada whats new
August 7, 2008  Subaru Canada introduced the 2009 Impreza WRX
There will be the WRX and the the new high-performance WRX265 with a more powerful turbo engine and a host of features similar to the US model No automastic will be available. The 2009 Impreza lineup arrives in September.
Both Impreza WRX models are available in 4- and 5-door configurations, but the new WRX265 is an even more athletic driving machine with features that include: 265 horsepower and 244 lb-ft of torque, new power tilting and sliding glass moonroof, Performance-tuned suspension, 17" aluminum-alloy wheels with Dunlop SP SPORT all season tires.
Premium audio system, including Sirius Satellite Radio and a 3-month trial subscription, Tilting/telescoping steering wheel with integrated audio and cruise control switches, Gun metal aluminum-alloy sport pedals. 
All WRXs is extremely well equipped with features that enhance its performance personality. These include air conditioning with automatic climate control and air filtration; tilting and telescoping steering wheel with integrated cruise control; heated, rally-type front seats; 17-inch alloy wheels; multi-reflector halogen fog lights; power-adjustable, folding, heated side mirrors; engine immobilizer and anti-theft security system; disc brakes at all four corners (ventilated in front, solid in rear); and Subaru's Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) and Traction Control systems.
Standard sound system on the WRX is a 4-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA stereo with Radio Data System, vehicle speed sensitive volume and auxiliary audio input jack. The WRX265 is further enhanced with a premium audio system with four upgraded speakers, two tweeters, and SRS CS-Auto audio enhancement.

The 2009 Impreza WRX is powered by Subaru's 2.5-litre DOHC, 16-valve, 4-cylinder Subaru BOXER that's turbocharged and intercooled to produce 224 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 226 lb-ft of torque at just 2,800 rpm. 
The new WRX265 is equipped with a 2.5-litre DOHC, 16-valve, 4-cylinder Subaru BOXER with a high-pressure turbocharger and intercooler. This engine develops 265 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 244 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. Both of these muscular powerplants are harnessed to a 5-speed manual transmission.  The WRX also uses a new shot-peen open-type rear differential. The shot peening process better prepares the differential for the added load, stress and performance expected from this model. The internal differential assembly (crown, pinion gears) is sandblasted with fine metal granules, producing a
smoother, harder surface that is stronger and cleaner for improved drivability and durability with reduced gear noise.

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Subject to change, correction.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
full information visit my Warranty, maintenance, towing page

New  All 2009 Subarus have the new Subaru Super Coolant. This coolant is blue. The first replacement is 11 years.

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 3750 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

60,000 miles (WRX spark plugs) - repeat 30,000 service
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. 70% of the body is double sided galvanized steel 
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 or tow truck for example.  All wheels must be on the ground. 

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2009 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.


rear child seat anchors, WRX shown
more to come 

ront, side, and side curtain airbags
Airbags
Front Airbags, dual front advanced airbags detects driver's seat position and passenger weight and seat position to control airbag deployment
Side Airbags: front driver and passenger side airbags
Curtain Airbags: front and rear side curtain
Side Curtain Airbags, front and rear driver and passenger

VDC (vehicle dynamics control) electronic stability control with off button
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
Note the WRX and STI have summer tires
Brake Assist, boosts 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.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
 

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

2.5GT active front headrest, height adjustable (the 2.5GT doesn't have one piece performance design front buckets).

Summer tire and what it means tires designed for warmer temperatures and high stress use and are not good in inclement weather. The rubber compound does not maintain elasticity in cold weather. This means the grip level of the tire is less in cold temperatures even on dry pavement. In the cold a summer tire becomes unpredictable and feels slippery when cornering no matter what the weather. This problem is compounded in wet or snowy conditions.

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2009 Impreza 
WRX, 2.5GT, STI Prices
Notes, updates
Notestarting late September, destination on cars raised $30 to $695 (Ak to $845). Cars at dealers before late September 08 will still have the $665 destination ($815) and are $30 less than prices here.
Prices announced 8/26/08
Destination now $665 (was $645). Alaska is $815. May vary in CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT
VDC is Vehicle Dynamic Control (electronic stability control), standard on all models

Note These are research figures only and your actual purchase price may be higher or lower due to incentives,  dealer mark-up or discounts, and options. Buying in Seattle?

Subject to change, correction. v 9.16.08
2009 WRX SEDAN
Note Early 09 models delivered to dealers may have the pre-increase $665 destination and be $30 less than current prices here.
your final purchase price may vary due to rebates, incentives, dealer markup or discounts, and options
model
code
MSRP, suggested retail list price.
Base price +$695 destination 
= MSRP, suggested retail list price
base +$695 dest. = dealer invoice
WRX sedan
9J0
$24,995 +$695 = $25,690 $23,617 +$695 = $24,312
WRX Premium sedan
9JP
$27,495 +$695 = $28,190 $25,925 +$695 = $26,620
WRX Premium sedan, Navigation, Satellite radio
9JQ
$27,495 +$695 = $30,190 $27,771 +$695 = $28,466
2.5i GT (Premium) sedan, automatic SportShift 4 speed transmission
9JM
$26,995 +$695 = $27,690 $25,510 +$695 = $26,205
2009 WRX 5 door wagon
Note Early 09 models delivered to dealers may have the pre-increase $665 destination and be $30 less than current prices here.
model
code
MSRP, suggested retail list price.
Base price +$695 destination 
= MSRP, suggested retail list price
base +$695 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
9LO
$25,495 +$695 = $26,190 $24,082 +$695 = $24,777
WRX Premium wagon, manual transmission
9LP
$27,995 +$695 = $28,690 $26,389 +$695 = $27,074
WRX wagon, Navigation, Satellite radio, manual transmission
9LQ
$29,995 +$695 = $30,690 $28,234 +$695 = $28,929
2.5GT (Premium) wagon, automatic SportShift transmission
9LM
$27,495 +$695 = $28,190 $26,317 +$695 = $26,722
2009 STI 5 door wagon
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 +$695 destination
= MSRP, suggested retail list price
base +$695 dest. = dealer invoice
STI
9LV
$34,995 +$695= $35,690
$33,035 +$695=$33,730
STI with silver BBS wheels
9LW
$36,995 +$695 =$37,690
$34,892 +$695= $35,587
STI with gold BBS wheels
9LX
STI with Navigation, silver BBS wheels
Note that this Navigation does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
9LY
$38,795 +$695 =$39,490
$36,562 +$695=37,257
STI with Navigation, gold BBS wheels
Note that this Navigation does not cover Alaska
9LZ
2009 Impreza prices
Note Early 09 models delivered to dealers may have the pre-increase $665 destination and be $30 less than current prices here.
these are research figures, your purchase price may vary due to rebates, Incentives, dealer mark-up or discounts, and of course any options
Subject to change, correction.
model
code
MSRP, suggested retail list price.
Base price +$695 destination 
= MSRP, suggested retail list price
base +$695 dest. = dealer invoice
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start standard features
2009 WRX Standard Features
subject to updating, change, correction.
Standard Features 2009 WRX 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon
4 door model code 9JO
5 door model code 9LO
(not 2.5GT)

new larger turbo with increased boost, to 13.3psi (from 11.4)
new 265horsepower@6000rpm, 244 ft torque@4000rpm was 224hp@5200rpm, 226torque@2800rpm
new Revised catalytic converter with less back pressure, 30% more flow.
new Larger stabilizer bars
new Revised suspension with stiffer springs, Front springs 43% stiffer; rear 42% 
new lower profile Dunlop SP Sport 225/45R 17" Summer Performance Tires (dry road tires, so you may want to buy All Season tires)
new gray painted, 17"x7 10 spoke alloys
new Aero package with side ground effects, rear bumper under spoiler, front bumper under spoiler, trunk spoiler (sedan only), new STI type rear spoiler (wagon only), new rear diffuser (wagon only).
new redesigned exhaust tips
new red stitching on the tilt, telescoping leather wrapped wheel
new red stitching on the carbon black cloth
new alloy foot-rest cover
new console front storage raised lip like 08 STI
new standard mesh grill with chromed WRX logo
new Subaru Super Coolant. This new radiator coolant is blue in color and has an extended life of 11 years before servicing is required.

2.5L intercooled turbo, DOHC, 16 valve, opposed 4 cylinder, 265 hp
All wheel drive
VDC (vehicle dynamics control) electronic stability control, with 'off' button.
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
Brake Assist  boosts braking when driver does not depress pedal strongly enough
Pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio (Sirius incl w navigation)
Incline Start Assist uses VDC, prevents rollback when starting on a hill. manual only
Subaru Super Coolant- 11 years before servicing is required.

Stereo AM/FM single disc CD, 80 watts, 4 speakers, MP3 ready, Speed sensing volume control, 3 FM bands, auxilliary plug

standard 2009 features con't, WRX 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon

Headlights auto-off when ignition key removed
Headlights with dark bezel surrounds
Bottle holders in front and rear door panels
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Double-wishbone rear suspension
16.9 US gallon fuel tank
LED Lit center console storage
Electroluminescent guages
Fuel gas economy meter
Roof mounted antenna
Immobilizer anti-theft system
Laser cut keys (3 supplied)
Air filtration system, replace paper filter yearly
Alarm Security system w/ ignition disable.
Remote Keyless entry (2 supplied)
Body Colored folding outside mirrors
Sport designed dash gauges
Sport tuned suspension, revised for 2009
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 with new red stitching
Alloy pedals covers, new includes foot rest
Outside temperature gauge
Dual resettable trip odometers, with fuel computer
Carpeted floor mats
Dual overhead map lights
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
Interior lights: red illuminated ignition key ring, console front storage (blue light), glovebox, 2 overhead map and 1 dome light, rear cargo or trunk light

New wagon: STI design Rear Gate Spoiler
wagon: retractable cargo cover
wagon: Cargo area tie-down hooks
wagon: LED taillights with clear lens

WRX Premium Package adds over the WRX
subject to change, correction
WRX Premium with Navigation and Sirius Satellite Radio 
adds over the Premium
subject to change, correction.

Premium 4 door sedan, 5 door wagon
4 door: manual trans, model code- 9JP
5 door: manual trans, model code- 9LP

everything the WRX has, plus...

New power sunroof

All Weather Package: Heated Outside Mirrors and Front Windshield Wiper De-icer (both work with rear defroster button), 2 setting Heated Front Seats,
Fog Lights
Tailpipe tip

Stereo: AM/FM, CD 6 disc Changer, 100 watt, 10 speakers, aux input plug, Speed sensing volume control, SRS sound, 3 FM bands


4 door manual trans, model code- 9JQ 
5 door manual trans, model code- 9LQ

everything the Premium has, plus

7" Touch Screen Navigationsystem with 100 Audio System with single disc CD player, 10 speakers, audio video inputs. 
Factory installed Sirius Satellite radio, roof mounted antenna 3 month free subscription
Multi-media auxiliary inputs 

Bluetooth, optional, not standard

delete CD changer
delete: optional automatic transmission, not available
note that this Navigation does not cover Hawaii, Alaska
 

2.5GT Premium features
4 door 2.5GT, automatic trans, model code- 9JM
5 door 2.5GT, automatic trans, model code- 9LM
2.5GT Premium features
subject to change, correction
New model for 2009. Replaces 2008 WRX Premium with automatic.

The 2009 2.5GT 224horespower. It does not have the 2009 WRX power upgrade, suspension upgrade, larger turbo, revised exhaust, gray alloy wheels, STI spoiler (5 door) or standard rear spoiler (4 door), summer tires, performance bucket seats...

Standard on the 2.5GT
224hp@5200rpm, 226torque@2800rpm
Automatic transmission, 4 speed Sportshift
2.5L 4 cylinder DOHC Turbo
Active all wheel drive
Liquid filled motor mounts
Power Sunroof
17" 10 spoke silver alloys with All Season tires
Front bucket seats with adjustable active headrest (not Performance design front bucket)
Medium gray metallic interior trim headlight bezels
Sport tuned suspension with rear stabilizer bar
All Season tires
Small rear spoiler (5 door wagon only)- Note, this is not the STI spoiler on the WRX 5 door. A rear spoiler is optional on the 2.5GT 4 door sedan
new Subaru Super Coolant. This new radiator coolant is blue in color and has an extended life of 11 years before servicing is required.

All Weather Package: Heated Outside Mirrors and Front Windshield Wiper De-icer (both work with rear defroster button), 2 setting Heated Front Seats,

2.5GT Premium features, con't

Outback Sport type front grill
Outback Sport type upholstery
Rear center armrest (sedan)
Coolant temperature guage
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel

Delete: No Aero package

Stereo: AM/FM, CD 6 disc Changer, 100 watt, 10 speakers, aux input plug, Speed sensing volume control, SRS sound, 3 FM bands

Dashboard coolant light: blue (cold) or  red (overheating) warning light
this blue dashboard light is on when the engine is cold

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start STI
2009 STI standard equipment
5 door wagon
subject to updating, change, correction.

5 door wagon, model code 9LV
09 and 08 STI exterior photos, interior photos

No changes for the 2009 STI have been announced

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)

The STI has Subaru Super Coolant (starting with the 2008 modol). This new coolant is blue in color and has an extended life of 11 years before servicing is required.

Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)
18" 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 illuminated 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 illuminated STI logo (not on WRX).
Rev alarm, adjustable

information always subject to updating, change, correction.

upgrade to 2009 STI with BBS wheels
upgrade to 2009 STI with BBS wheels and Navigation

model codes  9LW, 9LX
No changes for the 2009 STI have been announced

STI with BBS wheels adds over STI

Fog lights, multi-reflector

18"x 8.5" BBS forged Silver alloys, model code 9LW

18"x 8.5" BBS forged Gold alloys, model code 9LX
 


model codes 9LY, 9LZ
No changes for the 2009 STI have been announced

STI with BBS wheels and Navigation adds over STI with BBS wheels

with 18"x 8.5" BBS forged Silver alloys, model code 9LY

with 18"x 8.5" BBS forged Gold alloys, model code 9LZ

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

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start dimensions


2009 WRX DIMENSIONS
Subject to change, correction
2009 Model
WRX 4 door sedan
WRX 5 door wagon
WRX Premium and 2.5GT 4 door sedan
WRX Premium and 2.5GT 5 door wagon
STI 5 door wagon
Curb weight
3,174
3,175
GT: 3,240
GT: 3,240
3,395; with BBS wheels 3,373
Overall Length
180.3"
173.8"
173.8"
173.8"
173.8"
Wheelbase
103.1"
103.1"
103.1"
103.1"
103.3"
Width
68.5"
68.5"
68.5"
68.5"
70.7"
Track front/rear
58.9"/59.3"
58.9"/59.3"
58.9"/59.3"
58.9"/59.3"
60.2"/60.6""
Height, overall, without roof rack
58.1"
58.1"
58.1"
58.1"
58.1"
Ground clearance
6.1"
6.1"
6.1"
6.1"
6.1"
Interior Headroom front/rear
40.3/37.6"
40.3/37.6"
39.3/37.5"
39.3/37.4"
40.3/37.6"
Interior Legroom front/rear
43.5/33.5"
43.5/33.5"
43.5/33.5"
43.5/33.5"
43.5/33.5"
Cargo Volume
11.3cf trunk
rear seat up 19cf; rear seat down: 44.4cf
11.3cf trunk
rear seat up 19cf; rear seat down: 44.4cf
rear seat up: 19cf
rear seat down: 44.4cf
EPA interior volume
94.6cf
94.6cf
93.0cf
93.2cf
94.4cf
Drag
.032
.034
.032
.034
.036
Driver seat height, from ground to middle of seat surface (not of bolster). Hand measured. Manual adjustment, 
18-21"
18-21"
18-21"
18-21"
18-21"
model
Subject to change, correction
WRX 4 door sedan
WRX 5 door wagon
WRX Premium and 2.5GT sedan
WRX Premium and 2.5GT wagon
STI 5 door wagon

Tilt and telescoping steering wheel


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 - telescoping steering wheel goes from  6 1/2" -- 7 7/8" (2008 shown)

 
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"

cover cover
5 door standard retractable cargo cover: width 47"
rear seat folded flat, wagon
5 door wagon rear seat folded flat, 55" from side to side
4 door sedan trunk measurements
measurements by hand
subject to change, correction
2008 TRUNK MEASUREMENTS
trunk measurements. 
the white box in the top, off center, is the center shoulder harness base
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.
trunk opening measurements
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
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2009 WRX AND STi  MECHANICAL AND STANDARD FEATURES
S = standard, 0=optional
subject to change, correction
2010 model
2.5GT sedan, wagon, (auto trans)
WRX, WRX Premium sedan, wagon
STI 5 door wagon
model codes
9JM, 9LM
sedan 9JO, 9JP, 9JQ; wagon 9LO, 9LP, 9LQ
9LV, 9LW, 9LX, 9LY, 9LZ
Engine Turbocharged
2.5L boxer DOHC, 4 cylinder, 16 valves
Active Valve Control System
Aluminum Alloy Block and heads, semi-closed deck 
5 main bearings
Cast iron cylinder liners
Composite resin intake manifold 
Sequential multi-port fuel injection
Compression 8.4:1
Bore: 99.5x79mm, 3.92x3.11
Redline 6500 rpm
Speedometer to 150 (numbered to 140)
Hood scoop air intake with Intercooler
Subaru Super Coolant
Oil and filter service required every 3,750 miles (turbo)
Turbocharged
new larger turbo
2.5L boxer DOHC, 4 cylinder, 16 valves
Active Valve Control System
Aluminum Alloy Block and heads, semi-closed deck 
5 main bearings
Cast iron cylinder liners
Composite resin intake manifold 
Sequential multi-port fuel injection
Compression 8.4:1
Bore: 99.5x79mm, 3.92x3.11
Redline 6500 rpm, 
Speedometer to 150 (numbered to 140)
Hood scoop air intake with Intercooler
Subaru Super Coolant
Oil and filter service requiredevery 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
Compression 8.2:1
Hood scoop air intake intercooler
6700 rpm redline
Speedometer to 160mph
Subaru Super Coolant.

Oil and filter service required every 3,750 miles (turbo)

Horsepower
Torque
224hp@5,200rpm, 
Torque: ft lbs 226@2800rpm
new 265hp@6,000rpm, 
Torque: ft lbs 244@4,000rpm
305hp@6000rpm, Torque: ft lbs 290@4000rpm

All wheel drive, WRX, Premium. STI
(excludes 2.5GT, with auto trans)
'Continuous' all wheel drive, mechanically controlled 50/50 front/back power split

VDC (vehicle dyanmics control) electronic stability control
TCS (traction control system) all speed traction control senses slipping wheels and  applies brake to the wheels (s) to help maintain vehicle motion

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, 2.5GT only
Automatic SportShift trans
2.5GT only 'Active' all wheel drive electronically controlled variable transfer clutch to distribute power Sensors monitor wheels, throttle and braking to determine torque split

VDC (vehicle dyanmics control) electronic stability control
TCS (traction control system) all speed traction control senses slipping wheels and  applies brake to the wheels (s) to help maintain vehicle motion

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Compression, Boost
Compression 8.4:1
maximum boost: 11.4
Compression 8.4:1
boost: 13.3psi
Compression: 8.6:1
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
Oil and filter change capacity 4.4 qts
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
Oil and filter change capacity 4.4 qts
new Subaru Super 10 year Coolant, color is blue. Do not mix with other types.
Fuel 
16.9 US gallon
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)
2009 model
2.5GT: 4 and 5 door, (auto trans)
WRX and WRX Premium
4 and 5 door
STI 5 door wagon
Axle Differentials
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viscous locking center differential
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
Auto: 20/25
Premium Fuel 91 octane
Manual: 18/25
Premium Fuel 91 octane
Manual: 17/23
Premium Fuel 91 octane (93 octane is available)
Gear ratios 2.5GT: 4speed SportShift automatic with manual mode
1st 2.785, 2nd 1.545, 3rd 1.0, 4th 0.694, final 3.9
WRX: 5 speed manual; 1st 3.166, 2nd 1.882, 3rd 1.296, 4th 0.972, 5th 0.738, final 3.900 STI:  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
Incline start assist (na 2.5GT) S; uses VDC to prevent rollback when starting on a hill, manual transmission only
Brake hardware Front: 11.6" ventilated disc with dual piston calipers
Rear: 11.3" solid disc, single caliper pistons
front: 13.0" ventilated disc,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.

Brake Assist assists with maximum braking when detecting fast pedal pressure.

Brembo SuperSport 4 channel anti-lock brakes

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, 10spoke, 5 lug, offset 55 (2.2), 205/50 R17 All Season tire new gray painted alloy
17x7jj, 10spoke, 5 lug, offset 55 (2.2)
new 225/40R17 Dunlop SP Sport 1 Summer Performance Tire (so you may want to buy All Season tires)
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.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). 
Detects app 25% drop in tire pressure so expect seasonal changes.
S
S
S
2009 model
subject to change, correction
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2.5i GT
sedan and wagon, (auto trans)
subject to change, correction
WRX and WRX Premium
sedan and wagon
subject to change, correction
STI 5 door wagon
subject to change, correction
Suspension: sport tuned independent suspension Front: strut type
Rear: double wishbone
Spring rates F-R: 26.5 n/mm - 24 n/mm 
Front - Rear stabilizer bars: 20-15
Front: strut type
Rear: double wishbone
new Spring rates F-R 38 n/mm - 34 n/mm 
new Front - Rear stabilizer bars 21-16
new Upper strut mount: STI type
Sport-tuned performance suspension
Rear: Double-wishboneFront: forged alum alloy lower A-arms, inverted KYB struts.
Front and Rear stabilizer bars
Stereo and Navigation system, 2.5GT, WRX: 80 watt, AM/FM/CD player, 4 speakers, center console auxiliary input plug. Speed sensing volume control. Song information display.

WRX 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.

WRX Premium with 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 Navigation map does not cover Hwaii, Alaska

STI steering wheel with 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 Navigation does not cover Hawaii, Alaska

Optional: XM or Sirius satellite radio
 

Headlights
Auto off headlight now with ignition key removal.
Parking lights can be turned back on after key has been removed, with light on warning chime. 
bright surround bezel
Low beam: Projector beam halogen
High beam: multi reflector halogen
dark surround bezel
Low beam: Projector beam halogen
High beam: multi reflector halogen
dark surround bezel
Low beam: HID
High beam: multi reflector halogen
Power adjustable headlight aiming
Daytime Running Lights
Standard, all models
Projector Beam Fog lights
(off when headlight high beams on)
S
S: Premium only
0: WRX
0: STI
S: BBS wheel models
Exhaust
4 door sedan: dual exhuast
5 door wagon: single exhaust
revised catalytic converter
4 door sedan: dual exhuast
5 door wagon: single exhaust
Quad-outlet sport tailpipes
Exhaust, chromed tailpipe tips
0
S
Premium, quad tips
Hood: with hood scoop, undercover insulator, hood struts
S
S
model
2.5GT (auto trans)
WRX, WRX Premium
STI
Aero ground effects: front lip spoiler, side and rear ground effects
na
S
new for WRX, was std on 08 Premium
S
Rear Spoiler
5 door: S small spoiler, not STI spoiler. 
0: 4 door sedan
S, all models
new 5 door gets STI spoiler
S
Rear diffuser, 5 door only
na
S
Single diffuser
Front fender engine compartment heat vent, behind front wheels
na
na
S
Roof Rack, easy on-off, fixed position. 
Starting 2/09 - dealer part only
0
0
0
Navigation system
na
Optional S on Premium. Includes 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
Guages 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 Front buckets with separate adjustable headrests.
Manual height adjustable driver seat
Rear seats fold flat, all models
Heated seats
Performance design one piece front buckets with fixed headrests.
Manual height adjustable driver seat
Rear seats fold flat, all models

Premium: heated seats

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.
All weather pkg: heated front seats, defrosting outside mirrors, front wiper de-icer 
S
Premium
na
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 with raised lip 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.
Interior illumination Lights in: glovebox, front center console storage (blue), overhead map and dome lights, rear cargo
0- interior footwell lights
Lights in: glovebox, front center console storage (blue), overhead map and dome lights, rear cargo
0- interior footwell lights
Lights in: glovebox, front center console storage (red), overhead map and dome lights, rear cargo
S- red interior footwell lights
S- lit STI logo in center console
Power outlets- dashboard and center console No cigarette lighter outlet
S
S
S
2009 model
subject to change, correction
2.5GT: sedan, wagon (auto trans)
subject to change, correction
WRX and WRX Premium: sedan, wagon
subject to change, correction
STI 5 door wagon
subject to change, correction
end dimensions
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2009 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 installed prices may be higher due to labor and part costs

'available, '--'  not available, 'tba' to be announced
subject to update, change, correction

2009 Option Packages
How To Read: list price (invoice)
your purchase price may vary due to rebates, incentives, markup, and discounts.
sedan WRX
sedan WRX Premium
sedan WRX, Satellite Radio, Navigation
wagon WRX
wagon WRX Premium 
wagon WRX, 
Satellite Radio, Navigation
2.5GT sedan and wagon
(auto trans)
STI; STI BBS;
STI Navigation models
model codes
9JO
9JP
9JQ
9LO
9LP
9LQ
9JM, 9LM
9LV, 9LW, 9LX, 9LY 9LZ
Popular Equipment Group 1D: center console armrest, 2 trunk cargo nets, trunk cargo tray $281 ($180) sedan only
A
A
A
--
--
--

sedan
--
Popular Equipment Group 2B: center console armrest, rear cargo net, rear seatback cargo net, $249 ($162) wagon only
--
--
--
A
A
A
 A
wagon
A
Popular Equipment Group 3A: auto dimming rear view mirror with compass, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade, $303 ($197)
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, $388 ($252)
A
A
A
A
A
A
 A
A
Popular Equipment Group 4A: Remote Engine Start, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade: $543 ($396) 
automatic transmission only
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
Popular Equipment Group 4B: Remote Engine Start, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade, Auto Dimming rear view mirror with compass $735 ($521) automatic tranmission only
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
Popular Equipment Group 4c: iPod interface, subwoofer/amp, security alarm shock sensor, $649 ($422).
NA with 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. 
9/13/09 iPod interface upgrade available, See your local parts dept.
A
A
--
A
A
--
A
Popular Equipment Group 5: center console pop-up armrest, rear seat cupholder $248 ($161)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
--
Popular Equipment Group 6a: fog lamps, fog lamp protection kit $419 ($272)
A
--
--
A
--
--
--
--
model reminder
WRX sedan
WRX Premium sedan 
WRX Premium Navigation sedan
WRX wagon
WRX Premium wagon
WRX Premium wagon, Navigation
2.5GT sedan and wagon, (auto trans)
STI
Popular Equipment Group 6b: dual exhaust tailpipe covers, fog lamp protection kit $152 ($99), sedan only
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
sedan
--
Popular Equipment Group 6c: single exhaust tailpipe cover, fog lamp protection kit $104 ($67), wagon only
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
wagon
--
Audio Package 2: Sirius Satellite Radio, Subwoofer/Amp, $768 ($545) 
not available iPod interface
A
A
Sirius radio standard
A
A
Sirius radio standard
A
A
Audio Package 3: XM Satellite Radio, Subwoofer/Amp, $768 ($545)
A
A
see above
A
A
see above
A
A
Sport Trim 1: Sport Mesh Grill, Body Side Molding, color coordinated, $507 ($329)
A
A
A
A
A
A
--
Sport Performance 1a: STI short throw shifter 5 speed, STI leather aluminum shift knob $554 ($360) 
A
A
--
A
A
--
--
--
Sport Performance 1b: STI short throw shifter 6 speed, STI leather aluminum shift knob $631 ($455)
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
NEW 2/2009 Sport Performance 1c: STI short throw shifter 5 speed, STI leather aluminum shift knob, new SPT turbo boost guage $874 ($568) 
A
A
A
A
A
A
--
--
NEW 2/2009 Sport Performance 1d: STI short throw shifter 6 speed, STI leather aluminum shift knob, new SPT turbo boost guage $951 ($663)
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
SPT Exhaust Package 1a/b: SPT catback exhaust with larger exhaust tips, 'tuned by STP' silver or black decal $954 ($712). Sedan only, na with tailpipe covers. Low restriction, better sounding exhaust note, reportedly 10hp increase
A
A
A
A
--
--
A
--
SPT Exhaust Package 1c/d: SPT catback exhaust with larger exhaust tips, 'tuned by STP' silver or black decal $874 ($652). Wagon only, na with tailpipe covers. Low restriction, better sounding exhaust note, reportedly 10hp increase
--
--
--
A
A
A
A
--
2009 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
2.5GT sedan and wagon
(auto trans)
STI 5 door wagon;
BBS; Navigation models
end packages
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start individual options
2009 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. 
sedan WRX
sedan WRX Premium
sedan WRX, Sirius Satellite Radio, Navigation
wagon WRX
wagon WRX Premium 
wagon WRX, Sirius Satellite Radio, Navigation
2.5GT sedan and wagon
(auto trans)
STI
Rear Deck Lid Spoiler, body colored, $384 ($288) sedan only
S
S
S
S
S
S
A
sedan only
na
Sport Grill, body colored, $302 ($196)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
--
Chrome Sport Grill New 1/29/09 dark gray frame around black mesh, chrome horizontal bar.  (Q95). $367 ($295)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
STI Sport Grill body colored $342 ($222)
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
Roof Rack Carrier Base Kit (cross bars), $250 ($150) NOTE 2/2/09 - the carrier base kit is a dealer part only beginning with cars arriving at dealers late Feb. 2009. Part #E3610FG500, list price $229.95
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Side Cargo Nets, set of 2, $43 ($28) 
sedan only
A
A
A
--
--
--
A
sedan only
--
Cargo Net, Rear Verticle, by gate, $37 ($24), wagon only
--
--
--
A
A
A
A
wagon only
A
Cargo Net, Rear, by seatback $49 ($32), wagon only
--
--
--
A
A
A
A
wagon only
A
Remote Engine Start $432 ($324), automatic transmission only
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
--
Auto Dimming rear view mirror with compass $192 ($125)
A
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
A
Center Armrest Extension, $163, ($106)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Fog lamps (code Q8C) $365 ($237)
A
S
S
A
S
S
S
--
Fog lamps (code Q8Z) $383 ($287)
--
--
--
--
--
--
 --
STI only,
S with BBS wheels
Fog lamp protector kit $54 ($35). Clear plastic clip on protector with 'Subaru'
A
req fog lamps
A
A
A
req fog lamps
A
A
A
--
Tailpipe cover, single, wagon only, 
$50 ($32)
--
--
--
S
S
S
A
wagon
--
Tailpipe cover, dual, sedan only  $98 ($64). na with perf. exhaust system
A
S
S
--
--
--
A
sedan
--
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.
WRX
sedan
WRX sedan Premium
WRX sedan Satellite, Navigation
WRX wagon
WRX wagon Premium
WRX wagon Satellite, Navigation
2.5GT sedan and wagon (auto trans)
STI
Interior Illumination kit- either blue or red footwell lights. Price effective 4/20/09 $83 ($54) available 12/08
A
A
A
A
A
A
A

(red)
Armrest, center console pop-up armrest, off black, $163 ($106)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Cargo Tray $75 ($46)
--
--
--
A
A
A
A
wagon
A
Cargo Tray $75 ($46)
A
A
A
--
--
--
A
sedan
--
Rear seat cupholders $85 ($55)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
S
Front Bumper Underguard $189 ($123)
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
--
Rear Bumper Underguard, $271 ($176), wagon only
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
--
Rear Bumper cover step pad $69 ($45) wagon only
--
--
--
A
A
A
A
wagon
A
Security System Shock Sensor impact alarm upgrade $111 ($72)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Splash Guards, body colored, $132, $86
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
--
Bodyside Molding, body colored, $205 ($133)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Wheel Locks, $42 ($28)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
All Weather rubber floor mats $69 ($39)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Moonroof Air Deflector $99 ($64) avail 12/08
--
A
A
--
A
A
A
--
Performance and stereo
sedan
sedan Premium
sedan Satellite, Navigation
wagon
wagon Premium
wagon Satellite, Navigation
2.5GT sedan and wagon (auto trans)
STI
New option Feb 2009. SPT turbo boost guage. Displays engine vacuum as inHG and PSI. The dial is red lit when the car is on. #C9F $320 ($208). 
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Exhaust Tip Finshers, $198, $129 
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
STI short shifter, 5 speed, manual only $374 ($243)
A
A
A
A
A
A
 --
--
STI short shifter, 6 speed $451 ($338) 
--
--
--
--
--
--
 --
A
STI leather and aluminum shift knob, 5 speed, $180 ($117)
A
A
A
A
A
A
 --
--
STI leather and aluminum shift knob, 6 speed, $180 ($117)
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
STI leather and aluminum shift knob, automatic only, $189 ($123)
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
--
STI black duracon shift knob, 5 speed manual, code J8C, $89 ($58)
A
A
A
A
A
A
--
--
STI black duracon shift knob, code J8B, 6 speed manual $89 ($58)
--
--
-
--
--
--
--
A
Momo shift knob, manual $102 ($66)
A
A
A
A
A
A
--
--
Momo shift knob, auto $117, ($76)
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
--
STI Metal Pedals, automatic transmission, $163 ($106)
--
--
--
--
--
--
A
--
Stereo Bluetooth microphone $237 ($154). req. Navigation
--
--
A
--
--
A
--
A
req. Navigation
Stereo: Sirius Satellite, $453 ($340) ph: 888-539-7474. iPod interface na
A
A
Sirius standard
A
A
Sirius standard
A
A
Stereo: XM Satellite, $453 ($340) 
ph: 800-967-2346 US, 877-438-9677 Canada
iPod interface
A
A
--
A
A
--
A
A
Stereo Subwoofer/Amp, $315 ($205)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Stereo: i-Pod interface, works with iPod, 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. Not avail w/ 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.
9/13/09 iPod interface upgrade available. See your local dealer
A
A
--
A
A
--
A
A: STI, BBS;
update 9/23/08 also available w/ Navigation
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
2.5GT sedan and wagon
STI 5 door:
STI, BBS, Navigation models
end individual options
Subject to change, correction.
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Performance parts and fun accessories. List prices, part only. Not available installed from the factory
NEW available 12/08 Footwell illumination kit, adds a blue or red glow in the front footwells! Blue H201SS000, Red H201SSC100. Available port installed
NEW available 1/27/09 port Chrome Sport Grill, a JDM look. #J1010FG040. installed as a part for all 08/09 Imprezas,  or port installed
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. Avilable as a part, or port installed.
STI Coil Springs for 09/08 STIs. Pint colored. Lowers height 10mm, stiffen ride. Part only, not port installed. #s B2010FG200/300,
STI front lip spoiler, for WRX E2410FG110, $445; 25GT  E2410FG100 $395; STI  E2410FG120 $475
Valve stem caps: $14.95 STI SOA342L114 $14,95; Subaru  SOA342L128;
SPT front strut tower brace, all models SOA8431130 $229.95 
SPT lower chasis brace, all models, SOA8431120 $199.95
SPT oil filler cap,  $39.95, Blue  SOA3861040 or Gray  SOA3881010
SPT battery hold down, $39.95, blue SOA3991030, or gray SOA3881000
License plate frames: WRX polished stainless SOA342L106 $28.95; WRX matte black SOA342L107 $32.95; STI  polished stainless SOA342L112 $34.95; 
SPT polished stainless SOA342L121 $34.95; 
Ashtay with holder, all models,  92172AG040 and F60190FG010, $32
Block heater, A0910AS100 $39.95
Battery warmer, J6010FS000, $29.95
Rear corner bumper moldings. E77110AS108 $60 
Car cover, 4 dr M001SFG500, 5dr  M001SFG800 $79.95
Key chains $9.95, STI SOA342L115; SPT SOA342L116, WRX SOA342L117
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2009 color chips, interior material

 It's hard to get accurate colors, so it's always best to look at a car with that color (even if not the same model).


note the new for 09 red stitching

2009/08 STI leather trimmed seats with alcantara, gray stitching

obsidian black pearl
08 Impreza color, spark silver
spark silver metallic
subaru forester dark gray metallic
dark gray metallic
Subaru Newport Blue Pearl
Newport Blue Pearl
08 Subaru Impreza, lightning red
lightning red
satin white
satin white pearl
WR Blue
WR Blue
paprika red pearl
new: paprika  red pearl
start selection
2009 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
2.5GT sedan
wagon WRX
wagon WRX Premium 
wagon WRX with Satellite Radio, Navigation
2.5GT 
wagon
Obisidian Black Pearl (BLK)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Spark Silver Met. (SSK)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Dark Gray Metallic (DGM)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Lightning Red (RLG)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Satin White Pearl (WHI)
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
WR Blue Mica (BLU)
A
A
A
--
A
A
A
--
Newport Blue Pearl (nbp)
--
---
--
A
--
--
--
A
new Paprika Red Pearl (prp)
--
--
--
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

2009 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
--
A
--
Dark Gray Met. (DGM)
A
A
--
A
--
Lightning Red (RLG)
A
A
--
A
--
Satin White Pearl (WHI)
A
--
A
--
A
WR Blue Mica (BLU)
A
--
A
--
A
end colors
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Magazine articles and reviews, speed tests etc
many more reviews and articles at http://www.cars101.com/subaru/news.html.

2009 WRX reviews and articles
jalopink says '..Stop Speeding Yanks! Slow the f#*k down!, Go home! Something about the 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX makes you want to speed. And here in Canada, where they take the law literally, blatantly flouting limits really stands out. Of course, something about the WRX will always sit uncomfortably with the surrounding world, no matter the pace. While it's been modified for 2009, just one year after its launch with 41 more horsepower, stiffened suspension and STI-esque bodykit, it remains one of the ugliest cars on sale. Of course it's another kind of ugly people are concerned about today. Heading southwest down a remote road on Vancouver Island in an American-plated WRX, I'm not exactly behaving like an ambassador for my country. These are some of the most challenging roads in North America, winding their way through the coastal mountains along ancient logging trails, the road bears the ravages of harsh winters; its two lanes rippled, rutted and patched beyond repair, concrete barricades serving as buffers when the going gets too rough.
Unlike the firmer, louder and more focused 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI, the new 265 HP WRX eats all this up. As untroubled by the bumps as it is by the limited passing opportunities afforded by the few straights -- after all, double yellows are just lines painted in the road -- it leaves law abiding traffic in the wake of its new, louder exhaust.
A year ago this wouldn't have been the story we would have written. A competent but uninspiring drive, the 2008 model forsook performance for practicality in an attempt to broaden the brand's performance appeal. It didn't work, the WRX's traditional focus and involvement were mistakenly left out, resulting in a car that alienated its core audience while retaining enough awkwardness to miss the mass market, too. That car lives on in the form of the 2009 Subaru Impreza 2.5 GT, a car the company expects to make up only a small fraction of Impreza sales. Meanwhile, the WRX has been rethought from head to toe. Gaining better judged, firmer suspension all-round, thicker anti-roll bars, STI seats and most important of all, an STI-spec turbo. The WRX now hits 60 in 5.4 seconds before reaching 140mph (limited) and will retail for "under $25,000." jalopnik
autoweek says 'Automakers aren't big on admitting mistakes. Although Subaru folks won't go so far as to say they screwed up the all-new 2008 Impreza WRX introduced last year, they've already developed an improved 2009 model. You don't need Judge Judy to tell you that's an admission that they missed the target on the first attempt.  WRX devotees and the enthusiast press blasted Subaru for making the new car too soft. The people spoke, and Subaru listened. "The '08 car was a big leap forward, and it brought in a lot of new customers," said Martyn Harding, Impreza product-planning manager. "But it was just not exciting." So, for 2009, Subaru engineers strengthened the WRX in a couple of significant ways. The turbocharged, intercooled, 2.5-liter boxer engine has been tuned to put out 265 hp at 6,000 rpm (up 41 hp) and, even more important, 244 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm (up 18 lb-ft). The WRX now gets the same turbocharger that is on the 305-hp STI, and the exhaust system and catalytic converter have been modified to allow for 30 percent more flow... But most WRX buyers will do their rallying on commutes, and here the updated car excels. Subaru engineers were able to stiffen up the ride without making it too harsh. In fast corners, there is less body roll than in the previous car and moderate brake dive. Steering turn-in is quick, and there's a bit of understeer when pushed hard into a corner. While it's not the full-out boy-racer toy that the STI is, the WRX is a car you want to drive every day rather than something geared more for the track.' autoweek
motortrend says 'You might forgive the styling if the 2008 WRX handled anything like its less-ungainly predecessor. Subaru understands that, and has resharpened the WRX's chassis just one year into the new model cycle, while adding 41 horses and 18 lb-ft, making it a better match for the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart's 237 hp and 253 lb-ft.The newfound power comes from a bigger turbo the size, but not the configuration, of the STI's, plus a new intercooler, larger-diameter exhaust, and low-density catalyst. Turbo boost is up from the old engine's 11.4 psi to 13.3. Front springs are 43% stiffer; rears are up 42%, and anti-roll bars are up 1 mm each, to 21/16 mm front/rear. Subaru has bifurcated the Impreza line for 2009. Last year's WRX remains on the market as the cushy new Impreza 2.5GT, a nicely dressed version of the 170-hp Impreza 2.5i with the 224-hp turbo engine, standard four-speed automatic, and sunroof. The same base price gets you the entry-level performance Impreza, the WRX, with five-speed manual only, and Incline Start Assist.'  motortrend
caranddriver.com says  "..There are few problems that more horsepower can’t fix or at least help you ignore. And as a perfect case study, we bring you the 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX. Our first impression of the new-for-2008 WRX left us hot and cold. Interior quality, overall refinement, and noise isolation were vastly improved, but the WRX lacked the thrill of the previous car. The engine was largely unchanged, and weight gain was nonexistent, but the WRX came off as more of an Impreza GT than the street version of a rally car, a trait its predecessors had in spades. And with the Mazdaspeed 3, Chevrolet Cobalt SS, and Dodge Caliber SRT4 all making more than 260 horsepower, the WRX looked anemic by comparison with only 224 ponies on tap.
So Subaru has addressed these issues with a few updates, the most notable being a power boost to 265 horsepower, an increase of 41. These changes only apply to the manual-transmission WRX; the automatic continues unchanged in all but name and is now appropriately known as the Impreza 2.5GT. Subaru’s marketing plan is to align the 2.5GT with the naturally aspirated 2.5i model and liken the WRX to the 305-hp STI. To that effect, the WRX now shares a grille with the STI, and the optional body kit becomes standard. The five-door WRX also gets the rear spoiler from the STI...' more
 
 

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caranddriver.com
2009 WRX
0-60 5.4seconds
1/4 mile 14.0 seconds
Motor Trend 
2009 WRX
0-30 1.6
0-60 4.8 seconds
1/4 mile 13.5 sec @ 101.1 mph
60-0 braking 113ft

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

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