Subaru has launched the fourth generation of its ultimate
performance car, the All-Wheel Drive WRX STI, with a hot new price
and aggressive new look.
Drivability and dynamics are at a whole new level, thanks to
significant changes to body, chassis and suspension - already
drawing rave reviews internationally for the fusing of power and
control in a potent package.
WRX STI is priced from $49,990, an amazing $10,000 less than the
superseded car.
This is despite a dramatic lift in standard equipment that
includes:
- D-shaped steering wheel
- Multi-Function Display – includes turbo
boost pressure display
- Push button start with smart key technology
- Entertainment system powering through harman kardon®
speakers and amp
- High quality soft-touch interior
- Active torque vectoring
- Driver’s knee airbag
- Factory fitted satellite navigation
- Reversing camera
- Daytime Running Lights
- Dusk sensing LED headlights with halogen high-beam and rain
sensing wipers
- Shark fin radio antenna
- Increased cabin space
- Dual-zone climate control air conditioning
It has a roomier, more sophisticated interior, while the iconic
rear wing, 18-inch alloy wheels and STI badging differentiate it on
the road.
However, in a first for WRX STI, customers can order it without
the wing, as a no-cost delete option.
The bonnet scoop sits lower and wider, to benefit both
efficiency and driver visibility.
It is super safe too – sharing
Subaru’s best ever overall score from the
Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) with WRX.
It adds a driver’s knee airbag, reversing
camera and even better visibility, with wing mirrors located on the
doors, reducing blind-spots.WRX STI features Brembo brakes,
distinguished visually by a white STI logo on the black painted
calipers, while new design 18-inch gunmetal-finish alloy wheels
underline the car’s sporty credentials.
It has a turbocharged 2.5-litre Horizontally-Opposed Boxer
engine that produces 221 Kilowatts of power at 6000 rpm and 407
Newtonmetres of torque at 4000 rpm.
The added ingredient of multi-mode Driver’s
Control Centre Differential (DCCD) makes it a potent package, while
the addition of a turbo boost pressure gauge in the cabin
Multi-Function Display highlights performance.
Active Torque Vectoring is also introduced on WRX STI as part of
a comprehensive suite of Vehicle Dynamics Control technologies.
WRX STI’s drivability was honed in
development testing under demanding conditions in several
countries, including ultra-high speed road drives on Germany's
challenging Nürburgring circuit. WRX STI will make its
official motorsport debut there in June.
New WRX STI achieves a new level of drivability thanks to
symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, fully re-tuned suspension, stiffened
structure and quicker steering ratio.
Inside, it introduces a new age of soft-touch high-quality
surfaces, giving it a sophisticated yet sporty cabin ambience.
Audio is taken to a new level with the introduction of an
entertainment system that powers through harman kardon®
speakers, subwoofer and amplifier, with access via the satellite
navigation screen.
Significantly greater use of high tensile steel produces both
handling and safety benefits and combined with the stiffer
suspension, it means an even more thrilling WRX STI drive
experience.
Push button start with smart key technology is also a new
feature on WRX STI.
New generation WRX STI is available as a sedan-only with manual
transmission.
Subaru has revamped its specialist WRX STI network, increasing
the number of dealers from 12 to 20 nationally.\*\*
Additionally, there are a further 17 mainly rural WRX STI test
drive centres.\*\*
Customers will also soon have the added option to order WRX STI
online at buyonline.subaru.com.au and take delivery from either
a WRX STI authorized dealer or via one of the test drive centres,
that will also act as delivery centres.
Nick Senior, Subaru Australia Managing Director, said:
“In addition to significant exterior changes, and
technological refinements, a stand-out change to WRX STI is the
interior.
“No longer do customers have to choose between
power and comfort - WRX STI has both in spades.
“The interior has a real quality feel. Sports
seats with red accents, the gear shift lever and centre instrument
panel are all exclusive to WRX STI.â€
Mr Senior said WRX STI offers other areas of customer choice
too: “For the first time on WRX STI the rear
spoiler is a delete option.
“We realise some customers prefer a more
subtle style and don’t necessarily want to make
such a bold statement on the road.â€
He concluded: “The new generation WRX STI is a
genuine high performance sports sedan that perfectly balances
exhilarating power with pure control.
“It’s the pinnacle of our
performance range, both powerful and refined in a complete package
– and it’s going to
thrill.â€
EXTERIOR
WRX STI boasts aggressive yet refined styling including new
design 18-inch alloy wheels, with the option of lightweight
BBS’ on the Premium variant.
It features a nose cone design with a dynamic, solid shape,
housing Subaru's classic hexagonal grille, with a mesh treatment
unique to WRX STI, plus front, rear and side STI badging.
The new LED low-beam hawk eye headlights pair with the
aggressive wide and low stance for which WRX STI is renowned.
For the first time, WRX STI features Daytime Running Lights
(DRLs) too.
The base of the A-pillar is extended 200 mm forward, while the
C-pillar smoothly transitions into the boot surface, for a flowing
silhouette.
Wing mirrors are mounted on the front door panels and a new
quarter window added, offering far greater visibility.
Front wing ducts and sharp side sill spoilers show off WRX
STI’s sporty nature.
The rear design includes a diffuser-integrated bumper and twin
dual exhausts, emphasizing the low centre of gravity and driving
performance.
Rear combination lights have a thin shape, highlighting vehicle
width. LED rear and brake lights, plus the high-mounted brake
light, improve fuel efficiency by saving power.
For the first time, the large rear spoiler is a delete
option.
Rear spoiler weight is reduced 0.3 kg, while it is raised 8.0 mm
in height, aiding driver visibility.
A new shark fin radio antenna matches the body and adds more
styling refinement.
WRX STI Premium variants, feature an electronic sunroof with a
25 mm greater opening, yet the motor and frame provide a 0.4 kg
weight saving.
Underneath, the large floor undercover is lowered 15 mm, aiding
aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.
COLOURS
New colours are WR Blue Pearl, Crystal White Pearl, Galaxy Blue
Silica and Lightning Red.
- Crystal Black Silica
- Crystal White Pearl
- Dark Grey Metallic
- Galaxy Blue Silica
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Lightning Red
- WR Blue Pearl
INTERIOR
New WRX STI has a completely new high-quality cabin that
reflects its famed engineering credentials.
Red highlights throughout the cabin underline WRX
STI’s sporty character.
The bottom of the thinner A-pillar is extended 200 mm toward the
front, the dashboard and front door window sills are also lower,
for significant improvements in visibility - and sleek styling.
Wing mirrors are relocated to the upper door to improve the
driver’s field of vision, while the physical
mirror shell size is reduced for a sportier look.
Attention to detail includes the addition of a keyless access
touch sensor. The door handle mechanism is also changed to make
operation easier.
For added convenience, door hinges are tilted forward, for
lighter opening and easier access.
The rear door quarter window is integrated into the door,
increasing access space.
New WRX STI’s cockpit includes carbon-type
trim panels and metal-type accents.
The interior has a quality feel and red accents on seats, gear
shift lever and centre instrument panel are exclusive to WRX
STI.
An illuminated STI logo is located ahead of the gear shifter,
while the gear knob features a red shift pattern.
The SI-Drive selector and air conditioning controls also have
red highlight rings.
WRX STI wheelbase is increased 25 mm to 2650 mm, aiding rear leg
room. The cabin is also 15 mm wider, for better elbow and shoulder
room, without changing total body width.
Cargo capacity is significantly improved from the superseded
sedan, up 40 litres to 460 l.
The solid black trim comprises quality materials that are soft
to the touch.
The lower instrument panel and shoulder line also aid
visibility, together with the reversing camera, which is standard
across the WRX STI range.
There is glove box space for the equivalent of 16 compact
discs.
For the first time, WRX STI gets a sporty D-shaped steering
wheel. The grip shape is easy to hold, with a small diameter for
improved response and tactile feedback, making for a more appealing
drive.
It includes Multi-Information Display, audio and cruise control
switches.
The steering wheel adds dimpled leather, satin plating and a
distinctive STI centre logo.
Push button start with keyless entry is also introduced as
standard.
Instrument gauges use a dual dial layout, 3.5-inch full colour
Multi-Function Display and aluminium rings, for improved
functionality - and a quality feel.
Red lighting adds to the performance aura, contrasted with the
white needles.
And as another performance symbol, the Multi-Information Display
includes a boost pressure display screen.
A shutter-type lid is added to WRX STI’s
centre console, covering the dual cup holders.
Front and rear door openings are enlarged, making entry and exit
much easier.
Boot space is expanded and made easier to use, thanks to
fold-down rear seats with a large opening and 60:40 split.
The side sills feature a stainless steel plate embossed with
STI.
SPORTS SEATS
The seats are designed for superior support –
and the headrests are embossed with an STI logo.The red-theme
carries over to the seat sides, plus air conditioner dial
rings.
WRX STI features Alcantara fabric, with leather trim sides,
while Premium variants add leather trim seats, with perforated
inserts.
The front seats have larger bolsters with separate
tilt-adjustable headrests, helping deliver the highest whiplash
safety performance.
Driver’s seat lift has greater travel, up 20
mm to 60 mm to aid visibility.
Slide travel on both front seats is increased 24 mm to 240
mm.
The backrest is 60 mm taller, for greater support.
WRX STI’s rear seats benefit from the 25 mm
wheelbase increase, providing a roomier environment.
The hip point of rear-seat occupants is raised 20 mm, while
retractable saddle-shaped headrests minimise any rear view
obstruction.
Adding to WRX STI’s torsional rigidity, the
rear seat side hinge is attached to both the body floor and
side.
Front door armrests are longer and wider for added comfort,
while sun visor vanity mirrors are now cloth-covered and include
lights.
The boot release is now electronic, for easier operation and
includes a safety release inside the boot too.
INSTRUMENTS
WRX STI’s new soft-touch interior adds to the
cabin’s quality ambience.
A 4.3-inch LCD Multi-Function Display (MFD) debuts in the upper
centre of the instrument panel, for easy driver visibility,
providing a wide variety of colour information options
including:
- Turbo boost pressure gauge
- Audio
- Calendar
- Fuel economy
- Eco evaluation
- Active safety (Vehicle Dynamics Control)
- Clock
- Outside temperature
- Self check
- Passenger seatbelt warning
- Air conditioning status
- SRS airbag indicator
- Reversing camera screen
The MFD switch is centrally located so both driver and front
passenger can switch between displays and change setting.
WRX STI’s new instrument cluster has a
three-dimensional look, while offering a new level of information
to the driver. The red lighting and white needles of the dual
metallic-type surround electroluminescent gauges add to the sporty
feel.
A 3.5-inch colour Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) provides a wide
variety of information including:
- Driving time
- Digital speedometer
- Cruise
- Odometer, trip odometer
- Eco gauge
- SI-Drive status
ENTERTAINMENT
WRX STI offers eight harman kardon® speakers,
subwoofer and amplifier matched to the multi-information satellite
navigation system.
The system includes USB and Bluetooth connectivity.
Among the harman kardon® highlights are:
- 440W eight-channel DSP processor/amplifier and nine
speakers
- Metal Matrix Diaphragm speakers (MMD), using a metal base in
the speaker cones.
- Immediate sound with crystal clear high tones and less
distortion in base tones
- Sound quality, sound field and vibration suppression tuned by
harman kardon® engineers
- True sound reproduction 20Hz to 20KHz
- Distinctive bass sound quality fits car image
- Compensation for road noise based on vehicle speed
information
- Mass damper added to vehicle body to suppress body vibration at
high audio volumes
TECHNICAL
CHASSIS AND BODY
New WRX STI’s exclusively sedan body is more
rigid, integrating extensive chassis reinforcements.
Both body and suspension are stiffened, while optimized
suspension geometry has quickened steering response and raised the
performance limit for cornering.
Active Torque Vectoring is added to the impressive suite of VDC
technologies, for even more predictable and enjoyable driving.
Many hours of in-depth suspension tuning have produced a flat,
sporty, yet comfortable ride.
Steering is more precise, with a quickened steering gear ratio and
more rigid steering system.
STEERING
New WRX STI offers considerably sharper steering, with greater
response and a more direct feel, all reflected in the smaller
diameter D-shaped steering wheel.
The hydraulic power assisted steering produces a natural feel,
while also contributing to a 2.0 per cent improvement in fuel
efficiency.
It has a quicker steering ratio of 13.0:1 while the gearbox
mount bushings are 230 per cent stiffer.
SUSPENSION
New WRX STI’s impressive handling is the
product of multiple front and rear suspension changes that have
produced a much tighter package.
The front suspension features:
- Stiffened cross-members
- More rigid control arm bushings
- Thickened strut cylinders
- Stabilizer bar diameter up from 21 to 24 mm
- Higher spring rates (+39 per cent)
- Transverse link rear bushings 10 mm lower for improved
agility
- Added stiffening plates to support front mounts for more linear
handling response
- Front control arm plate thickened for reduced road noise and
added rigidity
- AL lower arm with racing-type pillow ball bushing
- Lateral stiffness up 14 per cent
Rear suspension features:
- Stiffened sub frame and trailing link bushings
- Rear lateral outer bushings changed to racing-type pillow
ball
- Stabilizer diameter up from 19 to 20 mm
- Stiffened springs (+62 per cent)
- Lowered rear sub frame front mounts for lateral links and 3 mm
of initial toe-in added
- Added rear sub frame supports
- Shock mounts on rear lateral arms moved 10mm outward
- Lateral stiffness up 35 per cent
BODY
New WRX STI has an overall stiffer structure, with increased use
of high-strength steels.
While offering similar weight to the superseded model, it is
significantly stronger.
It features a 9.0 per cent increase in use of 590 MPa steel,
adds 980 MPa steel - representing 4.0 per cent of the body - and
hot stamp steel equaling 2.0 per cent.
There are significant structural reinforcements with broad
benefits including:
- Torsional and bending rigidity increased for body stiffness and
durability
- Front bulkhead and A-pillar joints
- Rear floor and rear apron joints
- Rear apron and rear panel joints
- Torsional rigidity up approximately 40 per cent
- Bending rigidity up approximately 30 per cent
ACTIVE TORQUE VECTORING SYSTEM
This improves near-limit cornering performance by applying the
brake to the inner front wheel and distributing torque to the outer
front wheel. This produces more neutral steering.
The difference between Torque Vectoring and Vehicle Dynamics
Control (VDC) is that the latter monitors yaw rate and controls
each of the brakes in the event of over or understeer, for stable
cornering.
This system offers drivers the ability to choose a mode to suit
their situation.
For example:
Off Mode
- When trying to get out of slippery conditions, such as mud or
snow
- Certain race track situations
Traction Mode
- Cancels VDC and Traction Control System (TCS)-only
- Torque Vectoring still active
- Effective on race tracks
WRX STI’s combined steering, suspension, body
and system changes combine to greatly enhance handling.
FHI engineers benchmarked the best-in-class for emergency lane
changes, producing a new WRX STI with:
- Improved tyre grip, particularly rear-end
- A more rigid chassis
- Improved VDC control
- Higher lateral acceleration limits
- Quicker and more linear response to steering inputs
- Increased turn-in, even in high-G situations
ENGINE
New WRX STI has a 2.5-litre turbocharged Direct Overhead
Camshaft Horizontally-Opposed Boxer engine with dual Active Valve
Control System (AVCS).
It produces an impressive 221 Kilowatts of power at 6000 rpm and
407 Newtonmetres of torque at 4000 rpm, while meeting strict EURO5
emission standards.
Acceleration response is enhanced through fine-tuning of the
Engine Control Unit computing power and boost pressure control,
delivering an even more agile drive experience.
The larger intercooler is reshaped to maintain distance between
it and the car’s frame structure.
DUAL AVCS
The dual AVCS optimizes torque performance via valve timing,
especially in the most frequently used 2000-4000 rpm range.
A new secondary air system links to the exhaust port of the
cylinder head, aiding cold starts. It reduces hydrocarbon emissions
by re-combusting unburned fuel and helping earlier activation of
the catalytic converter.
FUEL PUMP
A new high flow fuel pump ensures sufficient flow to improve
engine power.
It discharges 175 litres per hour at a discharge pressure of 300
kPa.
The fuel pump controller has three modes to vary pump loads
according to fuel use, ensuring power and torque efficiency.
TRANSMISSION
WRX STI employs a reinforced six-speed manual transmission.
Coupled with short throw shifting, the combination produces a
thrilling drive.
The revised transmission has better tactile feedback, for a
sportier shift feel.
It includes the multi-mode DCCD system, allowing the driver to
freely select centre differential control characteristics,
depending upon road conditions and driver preferences.
Shifting of the six-speed manual transmission is made easier,
while vibration is reduced.
The shift detent mechanism is revised to increase tactile
feedback and a smoother shift feel.
Vibration noise is reduced through fine-tuning of the scissor
gear spring of the reverse idler gear.
SI-DRIVE
WRX STI drivers can use three operation modes, using the proven
Subaru Intelligent (SI-Drive) system.
I (Intelligent) - Provides smooth power output
and improved fuel economy. Variable shift when accelerator position
less than 40 per cent.
S (Sport) - Increases use of higher engine
speeds for sporty driving. Variable shift when accelerator position
less than 30 per cent.
S# (Sport Sharp) - Sharper throttle
response.
MULTI-MODE DRIVER CONTROL CENTRE DIFFERENTIAL
The system allows drivers to select centre differential
characteristics to suit road conditions, using the Multi-Mode
Control knob in the centre console.
AUTO MODE
The default setting is “AUTO†when
the engine is started, providing all-round control across the broad
range of driving conditions.
AUTO+ MODE
“AUTO+†mode sets the rear
differential limiting to high. Focusing on traction, it is suited
to slippery surfaces and conditions needing stability.
AUTO- MODE
“AUTO-†mode sets the rear
differential limiting torque to low, increasing steering response
for a lighter, more agile drive.
SYMMETRICAL ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD)
WRX STI’s “always
on†AWD system features a Viscous Limited Slip Centre
Differential.
It produces minimal powertrain loss and aids driving dynamics,
regardless of road surface or weather.
WRX STI’s AWD also offers added traction to
get full capability from the chassis.
WHEELS
WRX STI has 18 x 8.5J dark gunmetal alloy wheels with Dunlop SP
Sport Maxx RT 245/40R18 97W tyres.
The standard wheel is 15 per cent more rigid while weighing 1 kg
less, for improved handling stability and ride comfort.
WRX STI Premium has the same size tyre, with BBS forged cast
alloy wheel, which is also 1 kg lighter.
SAFETY
WRX STI safety is enhanced in all areas, reflected in its
independent five-star rating for occupant safety from the
Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP).
It has an overall score of 35.85 out of a possible 37, while
achieving the highest possible pedestrian safety and whiplash
ratings.
The addition of a driver’s knee airbag takes
the overall airbag count to seven.
Among the safety features:
- Seven Airbags
- Vehicle Dynamics Control stability system
- Ring-shaped reinforcement frames around the cabin
– protects occupants in event of heavy collision
or roll-over
- Brake Assist and Brake Override
- Driver’s side knee airbag (new)
- Wing mirrors relocated to doors, for enhanced visibility
(new)
- Lower instrument panel and shoulder line + front quarter
windows = better vision (new)
- Reversing camera
- Seats – highest rating for whiplash
protection
BRAKES
WRX STI features Brembo brakes, distinguished visually by a
white STI logo on the black painted calipers, with 17-inch 4POT
front and 17-inch 2POT rear.
The booster features high response 8-inch and 9-inch tandem tie
rods.
STRUCTURE
Rigidity is improved and chassis performance enhanced along with
Vehicle Dynamics Control.
According to Fuji Heavy Industries, the maker of Subaru
vehicles, WRX STI offers the best obstacle avoidance performance in
its class, making driving excitement a safe endeavour in most
scenarios.
Underlining passive safety credentials, WRX STI employs more
high tensile steel plating, with strengthened joints of key
structures. While reducing weight, these changes also produce a
stronger body with world-class safety performance in front, rear,
or side collisions.
In addition to extensive use of collision-absorbing structure in
the bonnet and bulkhead, similar materials are added in the side of
the engine compartment, for increased pedestrian protection.
LIGHTS
All WRX STI’s feature LED headlights with
halogen high-beam, with light distribution increased around 35 per
cent over the superseded model.
All variants have Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), LED tail
lights, LED indicator lights - integrated into the side mirrors
– and front and rear fog lights.
“Welcome home†lights are also
added, which operate by pulling the light stalk, once the ignition
is switched off, activating headlights to illuminate the area ahead
of the car for up to 30 seconds.
WRX STI MY15 SPECIFICATIONS AT A GLANCE
SAFETY
- ABS anti-lock brakes with four-wheel discs and Electronic
Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
- Brake Assist
- Child seat anchor points
- Curtain airbags – full length
- Driver’s knee airbag
- Dual front airbags
- Dual side airbags
- Dusk sensing LED headlights with halogen high-beam
- Fog lights – front and rear
- Four wheel disc brakes (ventilated front, solid rear)
- Front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters. Double
pretensioners on driver’s seatbelt
- Front adjustable seatbelt anchorage
- Hill Start Assist – forward and reverse
- Rear door child lock
- Reverse camera
- Seatbelt indicator lights
- Seats – highest rating for whiplash
protection
- Shock absorbing brake and clutch pedals
- Side intrusion bars
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- Three-point A/ELR rear centre seatbelt
- Vehicle Dynamics Control (electronic stability control
system)
- Welcome home lights – can illuminate area
ahead of car when engine off
INTERIOR
- AUX jack + USB port
- Bluetooth audio streaming
- Bottle holders in each door + two cup holders in centre console
and rear doors
- Boot area light
- Central locking – remote
- Climate control air conditioning – dual
zone
- Cruise control – steering wheel buttons
- Driver’s footrest
- harman kardon® sound – eight
speakers, sub-woofer and amplifier
- Factory fitted satellite navigation with voice control
- Height and reach adjustable steering column
- Height adjustable driver’s seat
- Immobiliser security system
- Leather trim steering wheel with red stitching and audio
controls; leather gearshift and handbrake
- Map lights (2)
- Power steering, mirrors and windows
- Push button start with smart key technology
- Rear illumination electroluminescent instrument cluster display
and 3.5-inch Multi-Information Display
- Remote fuel lid release – tethered fuel
cap
- Seatback pockets
- Security alarm
- Sports front seats with red stitching
- Two remote central locking smart keys
- Vanity mirrors - illuminated
- 4.3-inch colour LCD Multi-Information Display
- 60/40 split/fold rear seat
- 12V/120W power jacks
EXTERIOR
- Colour-coded mirrors and door handles
- Daytime Running Lights
- Double locking system
- Headlights auto off
- Mesh grille
- Privacy glass
- Rain sensing windscreen wipers
- Rear diffuser
- Rear boot lip spoiler
- Rear LED brake lights
- Rear roof mounted colour-coded shark fin radio antenna
- Self-levelling LED headlights with pop-up washers
- Sports body kit
- Tail pipe covers - twin
- WRX STI badges – grille, boot, front
guards
- 18-inch alloy wheels – space saver
spare
OTHER FEATURES
Alarm system
Auto boot unlock on key
DataDot security technology
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
One-touch indicators
Rear Limited Slip Differential
12-month Roadside Assist
Three-year unlimited kilometre warranty
2.5 litre turbocharged engine. 221 kW/6000 rpm, 407
Nm/4000 rpm
WRX STI PREMIUM ADDS:
- BBS 18-inch alloy wheels
- Electric sunroof
- Heated front seats
- Heated door mirrors
- Leather trim
- Power driver’s seat –
eight-way adjustable
- Wiper de-icer
WRX STI MY15 MANUFACTURER'S LIST PRICING\*
WRX STI sedan manual $49,990 (saving of $10,000 versus MY14)
WRX STI Premium sedan manual $54,990 (saving of $11,000 versus
MY14)
\*Prices are Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited’s
Manufacturer’s List Prices only and include GST
on the list price but exclude dealer delivery charges and all other
government and statutory charges. For the drive away price of
Subaru vehicles consumers should be advised to contact their local
authorized Subaru dealer.
WRX STI MY15 HIGHLIGHTS
- All-Wheel Drive – the ultimate all-paw grip
that made WRX STI famous
- 2.5 litre Horizontally-Opposed turbocharged engine
– more fuel efficient and responsive in the
optimum operating range
- 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds (locally tested)
- Six-speed manual – sporty short-stroke
gearbox for stick shifter fans
- Enhanced suspension package - sharper, more aggressive
handling
- SI-Drive – user chooses mode to suit driving
environment and style
- High-quality soft-touch interior surfaces –
takes WRX STI interior ambience to a whole new level
- Colour Multi-Function Display – wealth of
information at driver’s fingertips
- Reversing camera – maintains
Subaru’s five-star safety commitment
- Driver’s knee airbag - takes the SRS airbag
count up to seven
- Seats – highest rating for whiplash
protection
- Push-button start with smart key technology
- Entertainment system powering through harman kardon®
speakers and amp
- Entry level WRX STI is $49,990 MLP – a
$10,000 saving over superseded model
- WRX STI Premium –$54,990 MLP
– an $11,000 saving over superseded model
- LED headlights
\*\*SUBARU WRX STI DEALER NETWORK LOCATIONS
Neil Buckby Motors |
Launceston |
TAS |
Performance Subaru |
Hobart |
TAS |
Suttons Subaru |
Rosebery |
NSW |
Denlo Subaru |
Parramatta |
NSW |
McGrath Subaru |
Liverpool |
NSW |
Central Coast Subaru |
Gosford |
NSW |
Tynan Motors |
Sutherland |
NSW |
Crossroads Subaru |
Glendale |
NSW |
Subaru Interactive @ Docklands |
Docklands |
VIC |
Subaru Mentone |
Mentone |
VIC |
Bartons Subaru |
Wynnum |
QLD |
Toowong Subaru |
Toowong |
QLD |
Garry Crick Subaru |
Maroochydore |
QLD |
Key Motors |
Townsville |
QLD |
Von Bibra Southport Subaru |
Southport |
QLD |
Jarvis Subaru |
Adelaide |
SA |
Eblen Subaru |
Glenelg |
SA |
Melville Subaru |
Melville |
WA |
City Subaru |
Victoria Park |
WA |
Subaru Osborne Park |
Osborne Park |
WA |
WRX STI TEST DRIVE CENTRES
Orange Subaru |
Orange |
NSW |
Jupiter Motors |
Wagga |
NSW |
High Country Subaru |
Cooma |
NSW |
Cowra Subaru |
Cowra |
NSW |
Peel Valley Motors |
Tamworth |
NSW |
Bathurst Subaru |
Bathurst |
NSW |
Moss Vale Subaru |
Moss Vale |
NSW |
Geoff King Subaru |
Coffs Harbour |
NSW |
Sainsbury Automotive |
Dubbo |
NSW |
Geissler Subaru |
Goulburn |
NSW |
Quayside Subaru |
Lismore |
NSW |
Quayside Subaru |
Ballina |
NSW |
Traralgon Subaru |
Traralgon |
VIC |
Ken Muston Automotive |
Shepparton |
VIC |
Carlin & Gazzard |
Mt Gambier |
SA |
Garry Crick Subaru |
Noosaville |
QLD |
Bunbury Subaru |
Bunbury |
WA |
WRX STI ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS |
Type |
Horizontally opposed, turbocharged petrol |
Cylinders |
Four |
Displacement |
2457 cc |
Bore x stroke |
99.5 x 79.0 |
Compression ratio |
8.2:1 |
Cam-train system |
DOHC with dual AVCS |
Fuel system |
Multi-point sequential |
Maximum power |
221 kW / 6000 rpm |
Maximum torque |
407 Nm /4000 rpm |
TRANSMISSION
|
SIX SPEED MANUAL
|
First |
3.636 |
Second |
2.235 |
Third |
1.590 |
Fourth |
1.137 |
Fifth |
0.891 |
Sixth |
0.707 |
Reverse |
3.545 |
Final reduction
|
3.900 |
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
|
Overall length mm |
4595 |
Overall width mm |
1795 |
Overall height mm |
1475 |
Wheelbase mm |
2650 |
Tread – front mm |
1530 |
Tread – rear mm |
1540 |
Min. ground clearance mm |
135 |
Kerb weight kg |
WRX STI 1525. WRX STI Premium 1537 |
FUEL
|
Fuel consumption (L/100km) combined |
10.4 |
Carbondioxide (g/km) |
242 |
Fuel tank capacity |
60 litres |
Minimum fuel requirement |
98 RON |
STEERING, BRAKES, TYRES & TOWING
|
Steering |
Quick ratio hydraulic power assisted rack and pinion |
Turning circle (metres) |
11.0 kerb-to-kerb |
Turning radius |
5.5 kerb-to-kerb |
Suspension:
Front
Rear |
Coil - McPherson strut-type
Double wishbone independent |
Brakes (mm):
Front
Rear |
Brembo vacuum assisted ventilated 4-piston disc brakes
Brembo vacuum assisted ventilated dual-piston disc brakes |
Tyres |
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT
245/40 R18 97W |
Rim |
18 x 8.5 J alloy |
Towing capacity (kg) |
Not available |
For further information, contact:
David Rowley
National Corporate Affairs Manager
Subaru Australia
Telephone: (02) 8892 9853
Mobile: 0418 237 252
Fax: (02) 8892 9121
E-mail: david.rowley@subaru.com.au