Providing a driving experience that’s safe and also enjoyable is the top priority of Subaru engineers. That’s why almost every Subaru vehicle comes equipped with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as a standard feature. For the utmost confidence and control, there’s simply no substitute. Every day on the road presents unexpected conditions and unexpected events,

and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive helps drivers cope with these challenges by distributing torque to all four wheels, providing traction where front- or rear-wheel-drive cars falter. Whenever you’re driving a Subaru equipped with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, rest assured you’ll have peace of mind and confidence wherever you go.

Sport-Tuned Chassis

Years of heated competition, extensive testing and advances in materials and engineering, have combined to inspire chassis designs for the WRX STI. Exceptional stability and lightning quick response were central to this development, as high-tensile steel was employed throughout the frame to increase its torsional rigidity and better control the vehicle’s weight. What’s more, the suspension was tuned to exacting standards with stiffer stabilisers, quicker spring rates, and improvements like stiffer pillow ball bushings. This expertly balances stiffness and compliance to create immediate response and an unprecedented connection between driver, car and the road.

Active Torque Vectoring

This technology helps make handling more precise, whilst allowing you to push your vehicle closer to the limit. As you enter a corner and lateral g-forces take hold, the system can route power to select wheels to help you keep your intended line. This means your WRX STI responds to your steering input more immediately and more engagingly.

Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE) lets you adapt the driving character of the WRX STI to your needs or desires. Whilst in Intelligent Mode [I], acceleration is smooth with an eye toward optimal efficiency. Select Sport Mode [S] for linear response, and versatile command of every condition.

To extract the maximum response from the turbocharged engine, switch to Sport Sharp Mode [S#]. It gives you the most direct throttle response and precise rev control across the entire rpm range.

The enhanced Multi-mode Driver Controlled Centre Differential (DCCD) has been revamped for even better handling ability. It allows you to dialin the centre differential locking of the WRX STI and thereby shape its handling. Thanks to chassis advancements, electronic control is now used over the entire operating range to apportion torque to the front and rear wheels.

Auto Mode finds the ideal power distribution for changing conditions, while Auto [+] keeps more power up front for increased traction. Auto [–] puts more power to the rear for tighter cornering, and the six-step Manual Mode lets you lock in your preferred handling characteristics.

Few motors have the same reputation for pure excitement on any road as the 2.5-litre turbo of the WRX STI. It flawlessly fuses raw power with total poise as its turbo spools almost instantaneously

and unleashes power for intense acceleration. Proven over the years, its performance has been made only more thrilling in the WRX STI.

Whiplash-reducing Front Seats

The WRX and WRX STI feature whiplash-reducing front seats and energy-absorbing head restraints that can help better protect front occupants from injury during a rear collision.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)* Airbags

The WRX and WRX STI offer front SRS* airbags, front-side and curtain SRS* airbags, and a knee SRS* airbag that helps protect the driver’s lower extremities.

Ring-shaped Reinforcement Frame

The Ring-shaped Reinforcement Frame strengthens the passenger cabin from the roof to the doors, pillars, and floor. This design works to divert and dissipate impact energy away from the occupants in a collision. It also contributes to strengthening and lightening the chassis, leading to greater reinforced protection.

Cabin-protecting Layout

Every Subaru goes above and beyond common practice when it comes to your safety. In the event of a head-on collision, your WRX or WRX STI’s SUBARU BOXER engine and gearbox are designed to avoid rushing into the cabin for your protection.

Advanced Safety Package: High Beam Assist (HBA)*1

For increased awareness and visibility, the WRX and WRX STI feature High Beam Assist. HBA can automatically toggle between high and low beams depending on road conditions such as speed and oncoming traffic, enhancing visibility.

Brakes

The WRX and WRX STI feature technologies that improve braking, and your safety. Brake Assist helps you fully engage the brakes in an emergency. Brake Override can help you avoid a potential hazard by overriding the gas pedal input if both the brake and gas pedal are pressed at the same time.

Advanced Safety Package: Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) *1

Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection uses sensors placed around the vehicle to alert you of vehicles in your rear blind spots for safer lane changes, and can also warn you of potential collision danger, while driving in reverse into a street with cross traffic.

Multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control System*2

Multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control System helps protect you from a detected loss of control while offering three distinct modes for flexible performance. Normal Mode fully engages the system. Change to Traction Mode to raise the threshold for intervention, thereby allowing you to maximise your control and the torque delivered to the wheels. You can even select Off Mode to deactivate Vehicle Dynamics Control.

Door Visor

Exhaust Finisher

Side Sill Plate

Carpet Mat Premium (LHD/RHD)

STI Shift Knob, Aluminium & Leather (6MT)

STI Quick Shift Linkage (6MT)