The turbocharged, fourcylinder boxer motor produces 305 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 290 lb. It has powerful engines and buttoneddown handling, making it more fun to drive than almost every class rival. Subaru will offer a wrx sti launch edition, limited to 1,000 units and exclusively featuring wr blue paint and gold bbs forged alloy wheels and unique interior trim. The 2015 subaru wrx sti is one of the hottest performance cars on sale today, and we recently got the chance to drive it. Used 2015 subaru wrx sti for sale with photos cargurus. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2015 subaru wrx sti sedan 4d sti awd turbo. Robert pepper takes a detailed look at what makes the new subaru wrx sti the trackready car and familyfriendly car it is. Speaking of the wrx, that car can be seen as the stis biggest competition. Featured on the subaru wrx sti and the wrx with the sport lineartronic transmission, the system features three distinct settings ranging from maximum efficiency to maximum attack.
In days of yore, the front end wouldnt bite and youd start to wash wide. The flatfour in the 2015 wrx is a member of the fa engine family that powers the turbocharged forester xt and the naturally aspirated brz and scion frs. The 2015 subaru wrx and wrx sti hit every apex with unrelenting precision. Though its slower than the previous generation, the 2015 subaru wrx has impressed us in testing.
A 2015 edition of the wrx sti, a turbocharged highperformance rally car from japanese automaker subaru recast on a new platform with a stiffer and more agile chassis, races down a blacktop strip of arizona 87 as it descends the mogollon rim escarpment in a. I gotta say, with the vir resurfacingwidening and improvements to the 2015 wrx, im a little surprised it didnt beat the 2011 stis time. The wrx sti is offered in base, limited and launch edition. Both sti and evo were aspirational halo models for car enthusiasts getting into the performance vehicle segment for the first time, and both delivered. As 2015 rolls around, subaru has moved the wrx sti onto the new impreza platform while keeping the same 2. The bigger difference is felt in body control now with the 2015 sti wallowing sidetoside and foreaft much, much less than it did in its previous life. Fully redesigned for the latest model year, the 2015 sti boasts a new look, new interior, improved suspension and a stiffer body, which are some major changes for a car with so many enthusiasts. The subaru wrx sti comes with dualzone automatic climate. Subaru is calling them all new, fairly enough, although its not a redesign, just a complete goingover, with many changes.
A quick search finds options from mishimoto, perrin, cobb tuning, and aem. At that point, everyone had discovered that the stis 2. The primary difference between the wrx and sti is price. To counter the brzs handling prowess, the wrx offers lively steering, confident grip, and a flat ride that rounds off the jolt on sharp impacts just so. They are based on real time analysis of our 2015 subaru wrx sti listings. The 2015 subaru wrx sti is an allnew machine despite its old engine. Find out what its like to live with a modern impreza here. The best 2015 subaru wrx and sti modifications for the 2015 model year, subaru has done what many never expected split up the wrx and sti versions of its popular impreza allwheel drive rally inspired four door. Its an effort to understand, and a joy to drive fast and theres something kind of edifying in that. We update these prices daily to reflect the current retail prices for a 2015 subaru wrx sti. See indepth 2015 subaru impreza wrx sti base specs on various areas including.
The base wrx comes with automatic climate control and a sixspeaker stereo with a cd player, an auxiliary audio jack, bluetooth connectivity, and audio controls on the wrx s leatherwrapped steering wheel. But compared with the old wrx, the new car s structure is. The car was my dream car since i saw my first wrx sti concept car back in 2003 and the 2015 surly looked as close to that as i could get so in mid 2014 i go into my subaru dealership and they have. Although the car shares some of its design elements with the subaru impreza, there are now sufficient differences for the wrx to be rated separately. While the car i drove on the road had stock pads, the track cars had aftermarket ferodos installed to withstand a day of constant journalist abuse. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. The 2015 subaru wrx comes out swinging with its racy brother the wrx sti. Im itching to take it to my home track, road america, to see if it can beat my 20 stis best of 2. The worldfamous subaru boxer engine the 2015 subaru wrx is powered by an allnew, twinscroll, direct injection, turbocharged 2. Handout, subaru plug and play ecu modifications are popular among performance car enthusiasts, but theyre. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Now you can buy jet skis and fourcylinder mustangs with more than 300 horsepower. After a year of secret development, the cover comes off subaru rally team usas new 2015 wrx sti rallycross car at the 2015 new york auto show, set to compete in red bull global rallycross and x. Oct 16, 2014 the bigger difference is felt in body control now with the 2015 sti wallowing sidetoside and foreaft much, much less than it did in its previous life.
The more powerful, larger engine in the wrx sti raises the bar a few more pegs. However, there are some key areas where it trails many competitors, including fuel economy and cargo capacity. Mar 20, 2014 the interior of the 2015 subaru wrx sti boasts better materials than its predecessor. The 2016 subaru wrx added new driver assistance and safety tech, including. There are many brands that deliver great products at affordable, budget friendly prices. The news in the engine bay is that the 2liter engine is now directinjected and offers plentiful torque from 2000 rpmthanks also in part to a twinscroll turbocharger. Find detailed gas mileage information, insurance estimates, and more.
Subarus answer for rallydriver wannabes, the new car has a stiffer chassis for better cornering. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2014 subaru impreza and 2015 subaru wrx sti and 2015 subaru wrx. Theres a lot to be said for history and heritage, but it also means a car like the 2015 subaru wrx sti also has a mighty weight to carry in motoring. Steering is still hydraulic in the sti unlike the electric power unit in the more plebian wrx and provides excellent feedback through the wheel, just as it does in the old car. And the subaru wrx sti has only one natural predator. Cars longterm test diary of the 2016 subaru wrx sti. Thats right, the wrx and sti no longer share the same engine. Save money on used 2015 subaru wrx sti models near you. I was not able to get over there to look at due to personal reasons, but i would feel confident buying a car from him. Pro driver randy pobst hot laps the 2015 subaru wrx sti around mazda raceway laguna seca for motor trends 2014 best drivers car powered by mobil 1 s. Apr 18, 2014 theres a lot to be said for history and heritage, but it also means a car like the 2015 subaru wrx sti also has a mighty weight to carry in motoring terms when the new kid on the block has such.
Feb 17, 2014 the 2015 subaru wrx sti is an allnew machine despite its old engine. The new subaru wrx sti has finally arrived and brings with it sharp pricing. These prices reflect the current national average retail price for 2015 subaru wrx sti trims at different mileages. Search over 2,000 listings to find the best local deals. Everyone knows that true sports cars have two doors and two seats and rear wheel drive. Subaru reveals its 2015 wrx sti at the detroit auto show, and aside from the sheetmetal, not much changes from its predecessor. Sidrive is an advanced engine management system that lets the driver alter the characteristics of the car to suit personal tastes and desires. Save money on used 2015 subaru wrx sedan models near you. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 80 2015 wrx sti models nationwide. A price request was already submitted, a representative will reach out to you shortly.
This is one of those glorious times when looking at a spec panel will give you the wrong idea about a car. Getting naughty with the 2004 subaru wrx sti and the 2015 wrx sti in americas worldrally blue state. Back in december, the allnew 2015 wrx leapt into contention for our sports sedan dollars. Which brings us to this, the latest iteration of the revered subaru, the 2015 subaru wrx sti.
Subaru wrx sti is the fastest new subaru you can buy. Step up to the pricier sti and you get a little more distance from the. And does it remain one of the most capable performance cars on the market, short of exoticcar compromises and price tags. While the 2015 subaru wrx features a new, directinjected, turbocharged flatfour, its the newfound chassis competence that leaves the best impression. And does it remain one of the most capable performance cars on the market, short of exotic car compromises and price tags. By the end of the week wed come to understand each other and i found that its numerous foibles didnt really matter. Perhaps disappointing to the sti fanboys out in the land of online forums, subaru has chosen to keep the exclusive to wrx sti 2.
May 30, 2015 the 2015 wrx cashes in at a few thousand cheaper than the 2015 sti, leaving it the more affordable option for awdturbo junkies. Oct 24, 2014 the 2015 sti brings 305 horsepower from its 2. What the graph shows is that the wrx can get to full boost in about 6. Sep 23, 2014 pro driver randy pobst hot laps the 2015 subaru wrx sti around mazda raceway laguna seca for motor trends 2014 best driver s car powered by mobil 1 s. The 2015 subaru wrx and wrx sti are highperformance sedans that seat five. Edmunds has detailed price information for the used 2015 subaru wrx sti. Last redesigned for 2015, the wrx shares some styling and interior elements with subaru s previousgeneration impreza. The wrx has always punched above its weight and the 2015 model is no exception. The expectations of the buying public have changed significantly from those heady days of the late 90s. Read about the 2018 subaru wrx sti and see photos at car and driver. The wrx is offered in base, premium and limited trim levels.
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