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03-22-2010, 08:48 PM
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#1 | | WOAH! i think Vtec just kicked in!
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|  2011 Subaru Impreza WRX receives STI-type wide-body design
Pictures of the actual car:     EDIT: A picture of the rear of the 2011 WRX hatch just came out.  Quote:
Subaru has decided to give the popular Impreza WRX models a similar wide-body design like that of the WRX STI for the 2011 model year. The new wide-body design gives the WRX a 1.5-inch increase in front and rear track.
In addition to the new wider track, the 2011 WRX gets firmer rear subframe bushings and wider 17-inch wheels.
"The new wide-body designs mark another major step on the continuous evolution of the WRX to give driving enthusiasts an even more compelling all-wheel drive performance package," said Tom Doll, executive vice president and COO of Subaru of America, Inc.
The 2011 WRX models are powered by a 265-hp turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that is mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
PRESS RELEASE:
SUBARU INTRODUCES 2011 IMPREZA® WRX® MODELS WITH NEW WIDE-BODY DESIGNS AND ENHANCED HANDLING PERFORMANCE
New WRX 4-Door and 5-Door Models Adopt Wide-Body Design
Wider Track and Tires Enhance Grip.
NEW YORK, March 23, 2010 - Subaru of America today introduced the new 2011 Impreza WRX models, which for the first time use a wide-body design like that of the brand's iconic WRX STI® performance flagship model. The wider body designs give the 2011 WRX an aggressive road presence and also allow wider track dimensions.
An approximately 1.5-inch increase in front and rear track, firmer rear subframe bushings and wider 17-inch wheels and tires deliver improved grip in the 2011 WRX. The standard wheels are now 17 x 8-in. vs. 17 x 7-in. in the 2010 model, and tire size is now 235/45R17 vs. 225/45R17.
"The new wide-body designs mark another major step on the continuous evolution of the WRX to give driving enthusiasts an even more compelling all-wheel drive performance package," said Tom Doll, executive vice president and COO of Subaru of America, Inc.
The 2011 Impreza WRX models arrive in Subaru dealerships this summer. Both are powered by a 265-hp turbocharged/intercooled 2.5-liter 4-cyl. Boxer engine teamed with a 5-speed manual transmission. This highly responsive engine produces 244 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,000 rpm.
| The original press release is too long. For further info: http://www.thetorquereport.com/2010/...ubar.html#more
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03-22-2010, 08:54 PM
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#2 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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DAMN that looks good. I feel bad for current GR sedan owners.
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03-22-2010, 08:56 PM
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#3 | | WOAH! i think Vtec just kicked in!
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^I have a 08....guess how I feel right now...
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03-22-2010, 09:06 PM
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#4 | | Trollollolloing RS sine 2005
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wow looks good, this is what the new style sti should look like. not sure how the rear end looks tho.
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03-22-2010, 09:43 PM
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#5 | | Diagonally parked in a parallel universe
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that's sick !! now, Zerosports' wide body STi bodied WRX sedan is screwed !!
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03-22-2010, 09:47 PM
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#6 | | Professional Lurker
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i always thought those fender flares were the only thing missing from the current impreza to actually make it look like an impreza and not a focus
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03-22-2010, 10:44 PM
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#7 | | Hypa owned my ass at least once
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wow this is more like it
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03-22-2010, 11:00 PM
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#8 | | Banned (ABWS)
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Looks cool!
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03-22-2010, 11:08 PM
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#9 | | Rs has made me the woman i am today!
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why dont they just offer sti in non hatchback
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03-22-2010, 11:12 PM
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#10 | | Banned By Establishment
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they just keep pwning their previous owners :P
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03-22-2010, 11:52 PM
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#11 | | HELP ME PLS!!!
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Wow I really feel bad for those that actually decided to spend the extra money to get the STI instead of the WRX. I would be kinda pissed too if the Lancer Ralliarts receive the wide-body design the EVO Xs have.
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03-22-2010, 11:57 PM
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#12 | | WOAH! i think Vtec just kicked in!
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Some colors:
Blue 
RED 
AND unoffical WRX 5-dr hatchback: 
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03-23-2010, 12:08 AM
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#13 | | Diagonally parked in a parallel universe
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zerosports did the market research and STi free rided the idea !!
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03-23-2010, 12:22 AM
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#14 | | I *Fwap* *Fwap* *Fwap* to RS
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man, the similarities are getting bigger and bigger = STi lower price!
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03-23-2010, 02:01 AM
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#15 | | I contribute to threads in the offtopic forum
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wtf! i have a 2010... *facepalm*... i want widebody...  | |
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03-23-2010, 07:00 AM
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#16 | | Banned (BBM)
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blue one with gold rims
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03-23-2010, 08:57 AM
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#17 | | I *heart* Revscene.net very Muchie
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damn the blue is nice.
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03-23-2010, 09:30 AM
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#18 | | Wunder? Wonder?? Wander???
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i laike
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03-23-2010, 10:26 AM
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#19 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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They need to kick the STI up a notch or else they are completely cannibalizing it's sales. There are so many left on the lots nowadays.
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03-23-2010, 10:30 AM
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#20 | | Banned (BBM)
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Originally Posted by cococly ^I have a 08....guess how I feel right now... | how you feel? 
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03-23-2010, 10:38 AM
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#21 | | WOAH! i think Vtec just kicked in!
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Originally Posted by Mugen EvOlutioN | Subaru had me before in 2009, when they introduced the WRX265... 
The 09/10 is a much better car than the 08.
And I guess I know how the new 2010WRX owners are feeling right now.
I think I am on the list of getting this 2011WRX now 
Last edited by cococly; 03-23-2010 at 10:53 AM.
Reason: Removed some pictures
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03-23-2010, 11:16 AM
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#22 | | I STILL don't get it
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Now next step is to make the STi sedan, will upgrade mine in a heartbeat as the wagon is not really cutting it for me.
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03-23-2010, 11:32 AM
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#23 | | Media Officer / MOD
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03-23-2010, 11:40 AM
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#24 | | I answer every Emotion with an emoticon
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lol, my frd just got a '10. He's kicking his balls
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03-23-2010, 11:54 AM
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#25 | | Banned (ABWS)?
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dunno.... still looks like a mazda3 to me.
Well maybe not, since Mazda decided to ruin their 3's.
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