Subaru Impreza / Wrx / xv

Subaru Impreza - everyone famous car golf class, produced since 1992. Place the Impreza, among other Subaru representatives, is between the Subaru Trezia and the mid-size Legacy. Impreza's main competitors are Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Corolla, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, VW Jetta.
In addition to the regular version, the turbocharged Impreza WRX and WRX STI were also produced, which in the market competed mainly with the Lancer Ralliart and Lancer Evolution.

Engines Subaru Impreza are mainly flat 4-cylinder EJ in a variety of designs. The simplest versions were equipped with a 1.5-liter EJ15 and a 1.6-liter EJ16. The top-end variants of the Impreza WRX and WRX STI used the EJ20 and EJ25 turbo. The weak 3rd generation Impreza used a 1.5 liter EL15 and a diesel boxer 2 liter 4 cylinder engine. In the fourth version of this car, the new 1.6-liter FB16 and 2-liter FB20 were used. For sports modifications removed the Impreza name, and now they are simply called WRX and WRX STI. Their engines are FA20 on WRX and EJ25 and EJ20 on WRX STI.
The engines on the XV crossover are no different from the regular Impreza.

Find your variation in the list below and find out which engine is on the Subaru Impreza, its number, and specifications, diseases, problems, their causes and repair. Along with this, you will find out what kind of oil you need to fill in the Subaru Impreza engine, the most rational engine tuning, resource, and more.

Subaru Impreza Model:

1st generation, GC / GF / GM (1992 - 2002):
Subaru Impreza (97 HP) - 1.5 L
Subaru Impreza (102 HP) - 1.5 L
Subaru Impreza (100 HP) - 1.6 L
Subaru Impreza (115 HP) - 1.8 L
Subaru Impreza (120 HP) - 1.8 L
Subaru Impreza (125 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza (135 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza (155 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza (137 HP) - 2.2 L
Subaru Impreza (167 HP) - 2.5 L
Subaru Impreza WRX (220 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza WRX (240 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza WRX STI (250 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza WRX STI (260 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza WRX STI (275 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza WRX STI (280 HP) - 2.0 L
Subaru Impreza WRX STI (280 HP) - 2.2 L

2nd generation, GD / GG (2000 - 2007):
Subaru Impreza (100 HP) - 1.5 L
Subaru Impreza (110 HP) - 1.5 L
Subaru Impreza (95 HP) - 1.6 L

There are not so many cars on our market that are sporty not only in appearance, but also in soul. For years, Subaru has supplied cars with breathtaking engine sounds. And now, the next, 4th generation Subaru Impreza WRX STI.

But de jure it is practically new car... For economic reasons, the hatchback will no longer be produced, now the Subaru Impreza WRX STI is only a sedan.

In this review, we will try to tell as fully as possible about the new Subaru VRX STI, about the changes that distinguish this model from the previous generation.

Striking appearance

Grozny appearance Subaru Impreza WRX STI

As in all previous generations, the exterior of the Subaru WRX STI turned out to be sporty, predatory. Seeing such a rapidly approaching face in the rear-view mirror, I want to give way. Previously, we, and so Subaru - it's completely different.

The new generation illuminates the road with the light of new, bright led headlights... In addition, the wings have changed a bit and plastic has been added.

The dimensions of the Subaru VRH STI have grown slightly compared to the third generation and now they are:

• Length - 4595 mm
• Width - 1795 mm
• Height - 1475 mm

There are only two complete sets of Subaru VRX STI:

Subaru Impreza WRX STI color scheme

Comfortable salon

8 different adjustments are used to adjust the front seats, this allows you to sit with maximum comfort. Both seats are heated so that the comfort is not reduced even in cold weather.

The car has a new steering wheel, however, according to reviews owners of Subaru The WRX STI's new thick, cropped bar isn't nearly as comfortable as the plain, round one.

But overall, the driver's seat looks great. Large screen for control on-board computer, navigation and audio system. Climate control twists. Instrument readings. Everything shines and the sportiness of this car is noticeable on everything.

Most of the elements remained in their original places, for example, the Si-Drive washer, and why change something, if everything is already very ergonomic.

In the new generation of Subaru VRX STI, the visibility has improved and so is not bad, due to the fact that Subaru engineers lowered the glass line, moved and changed the angle of the front struts.

The space in the back seat has become larger in comparison with the third generation car. And although you rarely see someone sitting in the back seat of this sports sedan, if it happens, so that someone does sit there, then there will be no problems with the place.

An electric sunroof adds to the comfort in the cabin, making the cabin look richer.

The trunk of the Subaru WRX STI is quite roomy - 460 liters. And if you suddenly needed to transport the refrigerator very quickly, then you can always lower rear seats and thereby increase the volume. Although, of course, a set of tires for reels is often transported in the luggage compartment.

But the Subaru VRX STI soundproofing is still weak point this car. Reviews about the car indicate that in the cabin, at speeds of about 100 km / h, sounds are clearly audible from the side of the wheel arches.

The flight is in normal mode

The key to start, the pedal to the floor, we count to 5 ... we all reached 100 km / h. Yes, these are the technical characteristics of the Subaru WRX STI. The car is equipped with only one engine. It is a 2.5-liter gasoline boxer engine with turbocharging. Motor with 300 hp in 5.2 seconds it accelerates a 1.5 ton car to hundreds.

But the power unit is not the only one that is in the singular. The box in the car is also one, it is a 6-speed mechanics. The rest were rejected due to poor marketability.

In this version, the electronics of the engine was redesigned and now the turbine picks up at 2000 rpm.

Fuel consumption is 14 liters per 100 km in the city and 8.4 liters on the highway.

In the updated Subaru Impreza VRX STI, the suspension is perfectly tuned, although the sensations from its work depend on the quality of the road. The rigid suspension travel is great on the prepared track and unpleasantly conveys bumps on the average Russian roads.

2014 Subaru WRX STI in a skid on gravel

Habitual four-wheel drive perfectly keeps the car on the track and gives a huge plus to handling, which, in general, distinguishes Subaru from everyone else.

Drift Subaru Impreza WRX STI video

The car perfectly obeys the steering wheel and reacts to even the slightest movement of the hand.

The ground clearance of Subaru VRX STI is 135 mm, probably not very much for our roads, but for a sports car it is quite good. With such a ground clearance, you need to very carefully drive off the asphalt.

Test drive Subaru Impreza WRX STI video

Vehicle reliability

This is a sports car, and therefore the risk when driving is higher. Consequently, the security of this model must be at the highest level. Let's see what the Japanese engineers have equipped the car with.

• 6 airbags
• Driver's knee airbag
• Safety shutters
• Isofix - bracket for child seats
• ABS - anti-lock braking system
• EBD - brake force distribution
• EBA - emergency braking assistance system
• VDC - exchange rate stability
• HHC - assistance when starting up a hill (the driver has a few seconds to move his foot from the brake to the gas, at this time the electronics does not allow the car to roll)
• HDC - assistance when starting the movement on the descent
• Brembo - brake system having high performance indicators

As you can see, there is something to see here. In addition, the body itself is made using technologies that absorb impact energy in a collision. And although all this can save you in a critical situation, a lot also depends on the driver himself.

Crash test Subaru Impreza WRX STI video

Epilogue

Summing up the results of the Subaru Impreza WRX STI review, we can say that, by and large, this car is only admirable. True, the list of where it can be applied is very limited. Because you can turn around in all its glory only on a special track.

It is difficult to imagine this model as family car, although if you can restrain emotions and prevent the force of the three hundred strong motor rushing out, the car will be an excellent means of family transportation. The comfort of the cabin successfully allows it.

Subaru Impreza WRX STI blue, rear view

Subaru Impreza WRX STI specifications and fuel consumption

Subaru WRX STI 2019 appeared in a private model back in 2014, just a few months ago, many were able to capture the appearance of a restyled version, a kind of tuning, three years later. The car has surely changed in appearance, even those who are not familiar with the image of its predecessor will be able to discern new tones. Nothing significant about the technique, a few details, which we will discuss in more depth below.

Many are attracted by the sporty insides of this car, some claim that in its current form, it looks like the famous Lancer Evolution, but believe me, we managed to look inside, touch every centimeter, and this car is an order of magnitude superior to it. The Subaru WRX STI 2019 has improved front end ergonomics, due to which, slightly, but still, driving performance has improved.

In general, the structure of the Subaru WRX STI from 2019 in the front part foreshadowed a very global reincarnation, in part this is observed. The body edges have truly become harmonious, with a huge allotment of sports elements. The most important thing that distinguishes the current release is the huge "mouth" of the air intake, which simply "devours" the incoming air flows.

The silhouette became a little voluminous, all this is due to the increased front end, in general, they tried to do the design with an eye on the "face" from the photo you can see.

The same feed became puffy and angular. The bumper has acquired an interesting "skirt" in which the exhaust is put. Not to say that this is an amazing solution, but it certainly has its share of style. Optics, yes, it remained from the previous model, this part does not really care about true fans who love to "poke" and arrange a drift on the BPX.

Interior

The cabin is new Subaru models WRX STI was not only revised external design, ergonomics, style, but functional, in terms of providing reliable information support to the driver. It means that for the driver they began to display all devices on the upper screen, display the readings of the consumption graph, the "box" mode, the work of general electronics, including the "assistants".

In general, it is strictly difficult to judge, because a completely different meaning is laid for this car. Getting into the salon, there is nothing else but speed, you don't have to think about drive. This is, so to speak, a sports car for the city and suburban trips.

What to say about the materials, of course they are inferior in quality to premium cars, in the same price category, but here the thoughts are completely different. The seats in front are practically "buckets", in the back, by the way, they are no worse than an ordinary sedan, three passengers will fit without problems. And the luggage compartment boasts an impressive 480 liters, as evidenced by the photo.

Specifications

For Subaru, the Impreza WRX STI model is of paramount importance, because it is the heart of the car, its main component and everything should be excellent here. The platform remained untouched, the "duet" drive is still there, with a unique system that allows the Impreza to "bypass" many of the more famous tuned brothers.

An interesting solution for the front suspension, here is the standard "MacPherson", but in an inverted state. Behind the classic, "multi-link" without any special "bells and whistles". There is a lot of electronics here, every detail is impregnated with it, for the electric power steering they decided to prepare a more modernized assistance system, with the ability to adjust.

The power section is still in only one "hands" - this is the only unit, atmospheric, with a volume of 2.5 liters. the parameters of which have been preserved within 300 "horses". But, a new "mechanics" for 6-shift is now adapted to it.

Options and prices

A broad description of the complete sets was not provided for Russian consumers, because only one modification is available, it is also the basic and the top one. On the Subaru Impreza WRX STI from 2019, the price may increase if you order tuning parts.

The possibility of tuning improvement remains, so you will not have significant problems on the way of your own modernization of the car. On the Impreza WRX STI the price will be 3 399 000 rubles. The equipment is good, LED lighting technology is already available, leather upholstery, electrification of the front seats, the possibility of heating, a two-ton climate, seven pillows, two "assistants", a cruise and a lot of equipment.

Boxer engine, four-wheel drive and three magic letters S T I ... These words, spoken together, act like a magic spell on many car enthusiasts who are familiar with a very "hot" sedan from the Japanese automaker with stars on the logo. I'm talking about the Subaru Impre ... Sorry. I'm talking about the Subaru WRX STI. A car that makes your heart beat faster.

Let's dot the "i" right away. The Japanese dropped the word "Impreza" from the name of the new generation, similar to how Nissan got rid of the word "Skyline" with the release of the GT-R in 2007.

Be that as it may, with or without the Impreza, these three letters play a decisive role for fans: S T I. By the way, they mean the abbreviation of the sports division of the Japanese brand Subaru Technica International. The abbreviation WRX stands for World Rally eXtreme, which is a reference to Subaru's rally past, but more on that later.

Subaru World Rally Team won the World Rally Championship Constructors' Cup three times in 1995, 1996 and 1997

Say what it is legendary series cars - to say nothing. Subaru's "charged" Impreza sedans have an army of fans around the world. In every corner of the world where the local population is familiar with the principle of the wheel, they know what the WRX STI is. I bet that even in some godforsaken village in Burma there is a small fan club called "Poems". When a car is so iconic, it says a lot, and above all about the fact that whether you like this car or not, you have to reckon with it.

The world first saw a sportier version of the Impreza sedan in 1992, when the 240-horsepower WRX was released. And two years later, an even more powerful 270-horsepower modification of the WRX STI was born. As you can guess from the abbreviation WRX (World Rally eXtreme), the "hot" sedan was sharpened for participation in rally races. And "STICHA" did not just participate, it won! In 1995, the legendary British driver Colin McRae, piloting the rally Impreza, became the world rally champion. In 2001, Richard Burns became World Rally Champion for Subaru. In 2003, Petter Solberg took the championship title, also piloting the Impreza. In addition, the Subaru World Rally Team has won the World Rally Championship Constructors' Cup three times in 1995, 1996 and 1997. As you can see, the brand has a rich heritage.

But throughout its long journey, "Verse" was not alone. Her eternal rival Mitsubishi lancer Evolution has always walked alongside her. Also "hot" all-wheel drive sedan, also sharpened for rallies, also released in 1992, and finally, also Japanese. But this is where the similarities end, otherwise, from the type of engine to the suspension, the cars were different. And they never copied each other, at least they were not caught in this.

The fight lasted for 11 years, until it became known in 2013 that Evo was retiring. Unfortunately, the management of the Mitsubishi company stated that the current 10th generation sedan Lancer Evolution will be the last. As for Subaru, "STICHA" has changed three generations over the years, the second has been restyled as many as three times. And in 2014, the fourth generation of the Subaru WRX STI sports sedan came out. And unfortunately, he will no longer see his old rival, who has probably already become his friend.

It's a shame, as the STI is now more ready to fight than ever. Yes, "subarovody" will forgive me, but before that STI was a bit, but lost to Evo. And the previous generation was generally one of the most unfortunate. Not only that, Subaru made a hatchback, so also with a very thoughtful automatic transmission programs, which caused conversations like: "Subaru is not the same."

If you are looking for transport to flop your butt and, sinking in soft chairs, to the songs of Erica Badu to get from home to work, getting fat along the way, then pass by

But now everything is oh-ho and even more! WRX STI - only sedan and only 6-speed manual! Under the hood, the same familiar 2.5-liter 300-horsepower (407 Nm) turbocharged boxer engine EJ25, in common people - "hedgehog". True, the engine was modified, adjusted to Euro 6 standards and a diet of high-octane AI-98 fuel was prescribed.

In general, old units in new car a lot: the same differential, the same transmission, but all of this has been redesigned, reconfigured and enchanted so that "STICHA", I'm not afraid of this word, is fire! Plus, the car received a more rigid body and a modified suspension.

All sports car manufacturers face one dilemma: how to find a compromise between comfort and sport? We know many examples when trying to make a sports car both yours and ours turns out to be neither one nor the other. Subarovtsy in the creation of the new WRX STI remained unchanged traditions, having released a truly sports sedan. So if you are looking for transport to flop your ass and, drowning in soft chairs, to the songs of Erica Badu to get from home to work, getting fat along the way, then pass by.

Even in the softest driving mode of the three - Intelligent - "VERSE" will make you count in one place all the legs of the spider that you run over. You will know how many faces each pebble has that falls under your wheels. And since the car does not want to drive quietly in a traffic jam at a speed of 10-20 km / h, it will try to do two things: break your neck and overtake the bumper of the car in front in order to gobble it up to hell. Yes, she has no interest in aggression. The zombies from 28 Days Later are kinder than the WRX STI.

And all because it does not need to be locked up in the cage of a metropolis, especially one like Moscow. Only a person who is endlessly and incurably ill with Subarism can buy it for everyday downtime in traffic, and most likely, you will definitely find a tattoo with the abbreviation STI on him. It's a weekend car, its world is a racing track. Or an empty road paved along a mountain serpentine with excellent asphalt. Oh, if my way to work and back were like this, I would immediately run to the Subaru salon for a brand new STI. Or maybe I would simply not give this copy given to me for testing.

Since Subaru have chosen their right path towards sports, you should not expect something incredible in the interior of the car. Thank you for being there. The interior is predominantly dark tones, black leather seats with red accents (front electrically adjustable, but without memory), a pair of carbon fiber stripes and two screens for multimedia and infotainment systems. Which is bigger and closer is multimedia. It is touch-sensitive, there is a navigator. Which is smaller and farther away is infotainment. The latter will display information on fuel consumption, turbine pressure, symmetrical all-wheel drive operation, rear view camera and other useful things at your choice. By the way, the seats in the new STI failed. In city traffic jams, their backs quickly become numb in them, and on the track they are also not impressive: they have very weak lateral support.

In general, having brewed in a traffic jam better than brewed in the cellar, we finally got out onto the track. But we did not go to the asphalt ring, but found an unpaved rally track in the Moscow region. The fact that the new STI will show an excellent ride on asphalt did not surprise me. The test drives of fellow journalists, press releases and, finally, the fourth place in the class in the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring speak volumes. But how far the new generation has gone from the rally was really interesting.

We arrived at the track in the midst of the local rally championship. Among the participants are all previous generations of "Poems" and not a single Evo. I even cursed right then, because I really wanted to clash with Mitsubishi in the fight. But alas.

Arriving without an invitation, we immediately became the object of attention of all without exception. Spectators, judges, pilots, mechanics, all took a break from their business to come up, look, take pictures and ask about the car. Everyone asked the same questions: “Is this new? In the sense that the very new one? Yes? Wow! " When we finally, for the hundredth time, said: “Yes, this is a new STI”, people seem to have remembered about the championship and returned to racing. But all the same, between each race, I saw a party doing "themselves" with a new "VERSE".

Finally, the race was over and the track was at our disposal. After a few introductory laps in Intelligent and Intermediate Sport modes, turn off vehicle stabilization, turn on Track Mode and set the SI-Drive system puck to the wildest Sport Sharp mode. The degree of "clamping" of the electromagnetic blocking of the center differential is left in "Auto-", with more thrust for rear wheels... And away we go!

First, let go of the clutch, press in the gas and ... And with stones flying out from under all four wheels, the WRX STI takes off. The car picks up a hundred square meters with a bullet, the declared 5.2 seconds look true (they did not check the maximum speed of 255 km / h). Gears are perfectly picked up from 2500 rpm, but here the main thing is not to twist too much, which, I confess, I sometimes sinned. The engine is very cool, so just have time to switch.

The controls are fantastic! The power steering was not left in the new STI for nothing. Yes, overweight and all that, but what an ideal relationship between the driver and the road. And the suspension and symmetrical four-wheel drive keep the car on the track as if glued. You can't tear it off! And I tried, honestly. A dirt track, stabilization systems turned off, and the car fits into sharp turns at speed, only slightly skidding the butt, but doing it in a completely controlled manner. And each time leaving the turn, the car shoots forward with renewed vigor, leaving behind only clouds of dust and joyful cries of passengers.

I get close to the stud, jerk the handbrake and roll sideways in the Colin McRae style. All that is required of the driver is to shift into second gear, turn the wheels in the direction of the turn and turn on the gas, and the STI itself will return to the road. It is perhaps impossible to convey in words how transparent, controllable and beautiful the controllable skid on the new Subaru WRX STI is. However, messages coming mainly from the United States say that there were craftsmen who let them into an uncontrollable drift and, as a result, wound a new "STIC" on a pole. Well, no comment here.

When purchasing a new "VERSE", I would be guided by one well-known saying: "we are responsible for those we have tamed"

Well, the new WRX STI gives you an unforgettable driving experience. I am sure if we were on the asphalt ring with her, my smile would not have left my ears either, because of how dynamic it is. But most of all I now want to ride it on a snow track. I am sure that it will reveal itself better there than anywhere else.

As I said, with the retirement of another Japanese "hot" sedan Lancer Evolution, the new WRX STI has no direct competitors born with the same philosophy. On russian market the price for the fourth generation STI starts at 2,069,000 rubles, which, of course, is not cheap.

Acquiring a new "poem", I would be guided by one well-known saying: "we are responsible for those who have tamed." So, leave the stuffy metropolises for the army of faceless crossovers, do not torment STI in them, and it will not torment you. "Verse" needs empty winding roads, highways and autobahns, mountain serpentines, high-speed dirt roads and, finally, racing tracks. The Subaru WRX STI must live in the element of racing.

We thank Subaru Motor Company and Anton Tushev personally for the car provided.

Which is offered to potential buyers in a hatchback and sedan body. Its history begins in the early 90s. It was then that the Legacy was replaced by the Impreza. And two years later, a car from STI came out. The Subaru concern drew attention to this sports sedan. And soon the first WRX STI Impreza models appeared.

Graduation of the 90s

The first models of "Subaru VRX" - small, compact cars, in which the developers have implemented a turbocharged engine, powerful suspension with brakes and big tires... The hood was decorated with an air intake, and a spoiler appeared on the trunk lid. And they also made a small clearance - only 15 centimeters. Although this is normal in Japan ground clearance... But for Russia - not very much.

Even the first generation cars boasted solid performance. Take, for example, the 1994 model known as the WRX STI 2.0 WRX 4WD. The two-liter turbocharged engine installed under the hood is capable of producing 250 horse power... And this model, by the way, has four-wheel drive. More this car boasted ventilated disc brakes and fog lamps in basic configuration... The main highlight of the interior were the sports seats, controlled air conditioning and power windows.

Second and third generations

Briefly it is worth telling about the "Subaru VRX" produced in 2000-2007. Compared to its predecessors, the novelty has received a wheelbase increased by 2.2 centimeters and a greatly modified exterior.

Since 2005 all power units models began to be equipped with a valve timing control system. And more arches appeared at the door. This was done for security reasons. The suspension has also been softened to improve comfort.

Then the third generation appeared. In 2009, the concern released special versions of the models. Another highlight is the car known as the A-line. It was released by FHI. And the Subaru WRX STI hatchback was taken as a base. The key feature of this model was a sporty 5-speed "automatic" equipped with manual gear shifting.

2010 year

The third generation was launched in 2007. But in 2010 there was a special update. Firstly, the developers decided to expand the body line. Secondly, the name has lost the prefix "Impreza". Since 2010, it's just Subaru WRX STI.

This car has a very striking sporty design. Attention is drawn to the aggressive false radiator grille, floodlights fog lights, swollen wheel arches, large air intakes, spoilers - in general, the whole image turned out to be very effective.

The main highlight of the interior is located in the middle dashboard tachometer and The pedals are also original - they are equipped with perforated aluminum plates. And the sports seats are equipped with lateral support.

Specifications

This topic should be noted with special attention, talking about the 2010 Subaru BPH. Under the hood of this car is a 4-cylinder volume of 2.5 liters. It generates 265 horsepower. This unit works exclusively in tandem with a 5-speed "mechanics".

But there is also a second version. And she's known as the WRX STI. This version has more powerful specifications. The engine has the same volume - 2.5 liters. But thanks to the connecting rods of the original profile, the power was increased to 300 hp The installation of a powerful turbine and a phase control system called the Active Valve Control System also helped in this.

It is also worth noting that this model has MacPherson struts in front. At the back is a multi-link design. And to achieve better aerodynamic characteristics, it was decided to slightly reduce the clearance (by 0.5 cm). But the main innovation is that now potential buyers there was a possibility of a version with a 5-speed "automatic".

The new 2011 WRX STI cost about $ 77,000. But now this car is used in good condition can be purchased for 1,300,000 rubles. Impreza WRX is cheaper - about 800,000 rubles.

New for 2015

Every Subaru VRX model received mostly positive reviews. Perhaps this was what inspired the leaders of the concern for the further production of new products. In December 2014, the world was presented with an updated car, the main distinctive feature which is incredible performance.

The new Subaru VRX has very impressive performance. Under the hood is a 4-cylinder 305-horsepower engine with a volume of 2.5 liters. This car accelerates to "hundreds" in just 5.3 seconds, and its maximum speed is 254 km / h. Works this engine in tandem with 6-speed "mechanics". And it consumes about 12.5 liters per 100 kilometers on the combined cycle. At the front are 4-piston 13-inch ventilated discs. Behind - others. They have two pistons and a diameter of 12.4 inches.

The equipment of the car also pleases. Already the base offers comfortable seats equipped with side support, a 4.3-inch screen on the center console, a 2-zone "climate", heated seats and decorative inserts made of carbon. Leather upholstery and a power sunroof are available at an additional cost.

Such a car in the most luxurious configuration will cost about $ 32,000.