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2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
Vehicle Summary: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
The rally-inspired version of the compact Subaru Impreza is offered as a four-door hatchback called the WRX STI, with unique styling tweaks, performance-oriented upgrades, and a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. A base model WRX is also available. Both models benefit from all-wheel drive, and send power to the wheels via manual transmissions, with an automatic optional on the regular WRX. Both models are sleek and stylish, without the tacked-on "boy racer" look of previous editions, but the WRX STI has a more aggressive overall appearance, with larger wheels and quad exhaust pipes.
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Refined Rally Car
The Subaru WRX STI is a high-performance all-wheel-drive compact car with a utilitarian hatchback shape.
Highs
- Slick-shifting manual gearbox
- Larger and roomier than before
- Strong acceleration, especially with the STI
- All-wheel drive and a sport-tuned suspension afford go-kart-like handling
- Sport seats provide ample lateral support
Lows
- STI all-wheel-drive controls can be confusing
- STI model is pricey
What's New
- New standard features: side-curtain airbags, Incline Start Assist; navigation system now optional
- Now rides on a longer wheelbase with a revised rear suspension and larger brake rotors
- Redesigned for 2008; available as a sedan or four-door hatchback
- Updated styling
- Revised turbocharged four-cylinder engines
- Driver Controlled Center Differential all-wheel-drive system on the STI
Specs at a Glance:
2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
$34,995
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