New Subaru STi

[abacall]

Not sure what forum this belongs in, so feel free to move this around mods.

Some of us still have a healthy addiction to cages. I, in particular, am addicted to the AWD Subaru love.
Subaru just (today) unveiled the new STi sedan. It will be the first time in history that the STi will be available in both sedan and hatchback.
Enjoy!
Lots of images in these articles;
Autoweek article

Better autoblog article

 

[nimzotech]

:drool:
Nice cars - I want one.

 

[grommit]

An Impreza has to be a 4 door saloon, the hatch looks strange to me.

 

[youngGun]

I have loved the sti forever and personally didnt like the hatch when they first introduced them but now i would rather have the hatch then the sedan. either way both are bad A$$ cars and i would love to own one!!:rockon::rockon:

 

[zamolxes]

owned ONLY Subaru Outback for the last 10 years and I would think those are the best cars in the world for what you get. Nice pics, thanks!

 

[abacall]

Loads more info...

I'm an obvious Subaphile. Check out my garage...

New Designs for 2011

In front, the 2011 WRX STI models feature sharpened bumper corners and wider, blacked-out fog lamp nacelles to accentuate the “wide and low” profile. A jutting lip spoiler with three-dimensional detailing emphasizes the cars’ sporty intent. The newly designed front grille with black base and blacked-out Subaru wing highlights the headlights’ shape to give the entire front end a more powerful appearance, accentuated by larger grille and bumper intake openings.

For the 4-door models, newly designed wider rear fenders are stretched out on the side beyond the tail lamps, accentuating a look of power and stability. The new design details contribute to an improved drag coefficient.

New Chassis Tuning for 2011

The Subaru WRX STI was already a highly optimized performance machine. Specific chassis tuning. Aluminum front lower L-arms reduce unsprung vehicle weight. Major chassis tuning changes include a lowered ride height and new pillow-ball bushings in front and stiffer bushings for the rear subframe that supports the double-wishbone suspension – these improve camber and toe stiffness.

Both the front and rear suspension systems employ higher-rate springs and thicker front and rear stabilizer bars than the 2010 model: 21 mm vs. 20 mm in front and 19 mm vs. 18 mm in rear. Spring rates have increased by 15.6 percent in front and 53 percent in the rear.

New standard 18-inch aluminum wheels feature high-luster paint and weigh 17.6 lbs. less than the previous standard wheels. The optional 18 x 8.5-in. BBS® forged aluminum-alloy wheels, which further reduce unsprung vehicle weight, are highlighted by silver high-luster paint for 2011.

Exclusive to the WRX STI, the Brembo Performance Brake System uses ventilated 4-wheel Super Sport anti-lock (ABS) disc brakes with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD). Super Sport ABS can control the braking forces at each rear wheel independently, which optimizes braking ability during hard cornering to help reduce understeer.

The Ultimate Performance Subaru

The 2011 WRX STI continues as the ultimate-performance Subaru with its high-boost 305-hp turbocharged/intercooled 4-cyl. Boxer engine and 6-speed manual transmission. The STI also features Multi-Mode Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD) version of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with three “Auto” modes, as well as a manual mode with six driver-selectable differential locking settings.

The WRX STI is equipped with advanced dynamic control systems, as well: the Multi-Mode Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) stability and traction control system is standard and features a track performance-optimized mode; Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE) technology allows the driver to tailor the car’s driving characteristics by choosing from among three selectable modes – “Intelligent,” “Sport” and “Sport Sharp” – using a rotary dial on the center console.

The 2011 Impreza WRX STI models arrive in Subaru dealerships late this summer.

Sporty, Spacious and Versatile Interior

New for 2011, the WRX STI interior is finished in black and silver to highlight its sporty design. Trim panels, the steering wheel air bag cover and steering wheel switches are now dark cast metallic.

The standard tilt and telescopic steering wheel is a three-spoke, leather-wrapped design embossed with the STI logo and features control switches for Bluetooth® hands-free phone function. A new AM/FM stereo with single-disc CD player features Bluetooth audio streaming and hands-free calling, iPod control capability, a USB port, 3.5mm aux. input jack and XM/SIRIUS satellite radio (subscription is extra). An available navigation system integrates a vehicle information center and Bluetooth hands-free calling.

 

[champion221elite]

I'm happy to see the return of the STi sedan! It looks pretty darned good as well:rockon:

 

[rsw81]

I heard about this over on NASIOC. Personally, I liked the hatchback better on the regular WRX and STi, but am glad they are offering it in both versions now. I'll be picking up the WRX premium this summer after I move to Boston. Great car and not much slower than the STi these days for a lot less coin and more options available.:thumbup:

 

[urbanj]

I love the sti. My buddy had a 05 pushing good power. I did some little things to it but man that thing handled. My only gripe with subaru is them drastically changing the front fascia drastically every new model.

With the way this one looks, I hope they keep it for awhile.

 

[Sith Lord]

I think the older WRX's HAD to be a sedan, but now these new ones HAVE to be a hatch. The sedan just doesn't look right.

Bring back the 2 door 22B!!