Subaru WRX STI S207 Aims to Be 'World's Most Enjoyable Vehicle'
The Subaru WRX STI S207 has been announced at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, limited to just 400 units for the Japanese market.
The Japanese automaker is making a bold claim with the limited edition WRX STI, saying that it aims to be the “world’s most enjoyable vehicle.” Although that will surely be debatable, the WRX STI will a range-topping model packing 324 horsepower, up from the standard 305-hp figure. Handling has been enhanced with a quick steering ratio of 11:1 while other suspension upgrades include an STI flexible tower bar, DampMatic II front suspension with adjustable damping and front-rear Active Torque Vectoring. Braking performance has been overhauled with a set of Brembo six-piston calipers up front and four-piston calipers in the rear with drilled rotors.
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Special design elements on the WRX STI S207 include an exclusive large front spoiler and a different rear bumper air outlet. The inside gets exclusive STI-spec Recaro front bucket seats and customized sports instruments.
Available in WR Blue Pearl, Crystal White Pearl and Crystal Black Silica, Subaru will also offer a limited 100-unit run that includes the NBR Challenge Package and a vivid Sunrise Yellow paint job. The NBR Challenge Package adds an exclusive dry carbon rear spoiler and an ornament commemorating Subaru’s victory in the SP3T class in the 2015 Nurburgring 24 Hours race. Only half of the 400 units will be had with the NBR Challenge Package.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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It can only be enjoyed if it's practical enough to buy. Bring back the hatch!
Did anyone checkout the reflection in the picture? Artistic ? Or another photoshop demo?