This Forester STI reminds you how crazy Subaru is
Remember when Subaru sold you a lifted wagon/crossover with actual STI hardware? those days go through Brad Anderson 18 hours ago Thanks to Litchfield, the 2.5-liter turbo flat-four now produces 328 horsepower. This Forester STI is equipped with a set of BC shock absorbers for better handling. But the highlight is that awesome purple color. Subaru's STI performance models have been exciting car enthusiasts for decades. Of course, we're still waiting for them to release a legal STI version of the current WRX, but there are plenty of crazy Subaru's on the used market that would suit our needs, including this bright orange Forester STI. Subaru never sold the Forester STI outside of Japan, which is a real shame. But that hasn't stopped some dealers from importing them into international markets. Take this one, it was imported into the UK when it was new. Read: 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness leaked Right out of the box, the Forester STI performs well,…
Subaru previews purple BRZ and STI modified models in Tokyo
The BRZ STI Sport Purple Edition seems to be Japan's take on the BRZ series. Purple December 20, 2024 17:10 Subaru is preparing to launch a range of STI-tuned models at the Tokyo Auto Salon. The company will also show off some special editions, including a BRZ STI Sport Purple Edition. A Crosstrek Hybrid will also make an appearance, equipped with STI goodies. The Detroit Auto Show is shaping up to be a snoozefest, but thankfully the Tokyo Auto Salon also opens next month. Honda, Nissan, Suzuki and Mazda have already previewed their products, and now it's Subaru's turn. The star of the year may be the new BRZ STI Sport Purple Edition. The company hasn't revealed much about it, but the car is based on the BRZ STI Sport and comes in Galaxy Purple Pearl with contrasting black accents. Updates continue inside the cabin, with silver and gray trim for a "sophisticated" look. More: Nissan transforms R32 Skyline GT-R…
Subaru Solterra STI rumored to debut in 2025, here’s hoping
Could a high-performance STI version make the electric crossover more attractive to buyers? December 7, 2024 14:20 The Subaru Solterra facelift expected next year may include a performance-focused STI trim. Development of the STI model is reportedly focused on improving the handling capabilities of electric vehicles. As of November 2023, a sporty version of the Solterra STe has been available in Germany. After years of speculation, a new report out of Japan suggests Subaru's electric crossover Solterra may finally get a long-rumored STI version next year. To coincide with the electric crossover's mid-life refresh, this performance-focused variant will likely receive a number of upgrades, although it's more likely to focus on handling rather than sheer horsepower. STI concept, but no performance promises Performance Solterra's idea isn't purely wishful thinking. Subaru unveiled the STI concept car and the supercar-like STI E-RA study at the 2022 Tokyo Auto Salon, but did not reveal specific specifications. At the time, there were rumors that…
Want to own Ken Block’s old Subaru WRX STI rally car?
The car was used in the production World Rally Championship. After driving the car, Bullock and Pastrana competed in Rally America. The car's 2.5-liter engine has been modified and fitted with new suspension and brakes. It's not often that legitimate rally cars come up for auction, but that's what we have here. Not only was this 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STI used in multiple races, but it was also driven by two of America's most famous rally drivers, Ken Block and Travis Pastrana. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("0f7e3106 -c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8"); } else { adpushup.triggerAd("82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f"); This very special WRX STI was built by Vermont SportsCar and used by Block and Pastrana in the production World Rally Championship from 2007 to 2008. It competed in six races during the campaign and was later driven by Mark Fox and David Milla in Rally America. Although it started out as a regular road-going WRX STI,…
Subaru’s old Forester gets a “collectible” STI Sport
The STI Sport is based on the outgoing Subaru Forester, with the next-generation model not expected to arrive in Australia until 2025
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