Subaru WRX News

Australian Rally Championship kicks off in Tasmania this weekend

Phil — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:59:27 +0000

Defending series champion Simon Evens returns with a private entry Subaru Impreza WRX STI.

Speaking after a short testing run today Evans was pleased with the new car “Great conditions out there- the road was a little bit short for my liking- but it was interesting. First time in the Subaru on the tarmac and having a ball.The car’s pretty impressive, it’s nice and balanced. No changes planned- the car’s perfect- just drive it!”

Watkins prepares for ARC comeback

Phil — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:57:39 +0000

Watkins will pilot his new Subaru WRX, previously run by Possum Bourne Motor Sport and driven to two Asia Pacific Titles by Cody Crocker for the Motor Image Rally Team.

Mitsubishi Lancer EX Ralliart compares with the WRX?

Phil — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:55:38 +0000

The WRX could very much have some serious competition soon!

“[...] with the launch of the Mitsubishi Lancer EvoX and the continued availability of the Mitsubishi Lancer EX, what’s the Lancer EX Ralliart’s reason for being? We’ve got three words for you: Subaru Impreza WRX. Subaru’s proven success with the WRX line has prompted one of its chief rivals to test the waters as well.

[...] The segment of the car-buying market that’s caught hook, line and sinker by Subaru’s WRX will soon have an alternative to consider. It’s an alternative that’s got a very unique personality as well.”

2010 Mazdaspeed3 vs 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Ralliart vs 2010 Subaru Impreza WRX vs 2010 Volkswagen GTI

Phil — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:50:15 +0000

If the WRX is a slip-sliding rally machine, the Speed3 is a point-and-shoot race car. The Mazda simply feels way more dialed in, ready to consume apexes for breakfast and checkered flags for lunch. There’s no slop or slack on the Speed’s menu. Sure the suspenders are discernibly tauter — the downside is a more jarring ride — but the reward is 0.90 g of lateral grip (best of the group) and a chassis that always feels alive. The body exhibits just a smidge of roll entering a turn, so steering inputs prompt instantaneous response. On-center steering feel is firm and precise, making the Subaru’s feel loose and vague in comparison.

2010 Subaru Impreza WRX a competent package.

Phil — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:57:07 +0000

The introduction of the third-generation Impreza, introduced in 2008, signalled Subaru’s intention to apply a more mainstream approach to its business practices. Pre-rework, most of the company’s offerings were, to be polite, a little left of centre. Long admired for its all-wheel-drive ability, Subaru’s quirky nature turned off many potential punters – it was, for want of a better description, a Japanese Saab. Nothing wrong with that except it put a crimp on Subaru’s true potential. The 2010 Impreza WRX is a fine example of what happens when sound engineering meets attractive packaging.

Subaru Announces 2010 Impreza WRX Limited to Start at $29190

Phil — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:55:57 +0000

And like all modern Subarus the WRX Limited features full-time all-wheel-drive. The 2010 Subaru WRX Limited is now available at dealers.

SUBARU unveils ‘LEGACY 2010′, a car with highest five star safety ratings

Phil — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:16:39 +0000

The Subaru line up consists of, latest globally acclaimed sedan – ‘Legacy 2010′, a 305-horsepower – ‘Impreza WRX STI’, the Best Selling All-Wheel Drive Wagon in America – ‘Outback’, listed in the Forbes top 15 safest cars – for 2009 – ‘Tribeca’ and Forester – an SUV with 5 star safety ratings from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, US and also one of the safest SUVs in its category.

Introduction to Ice Racing: Part 5 [w/video]

Phil — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:15:29 +0000

Autoblog has a cool introduction to ice racing on their site. Here’s part 5, which includes a video.

“A track day at Mecaglisse was an opportunity for low-grip practice that we couldn’t pass up, and we’ll take you along with video of a hot lap on this frigid circuit. You’ll also find some discussion about shifting technique below, so if you’ve ever wondered how to cover all three pedals in a standard car with only two feet, you’ll want to click on through.”

Cody Crocker to lead Rally Tasmania Tour

Phil — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:08:56 +0000

Australia’s most decorated rally driver, Crocker will drive a Subaru Impreza WRX STI as the lead car in the Rally Tasmania Tour, a low-speed addition to this year’s event.

3.3 litre Subaru WRX with a EG33 SVX engine

Phil — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:17:11 +0000

The idea came up, like many expensive ones do, around the smoko table. Someone suggested embiggening the horsepower with the addition of two more cylinders, and everyone else said, “why not?”. (The car therefore goes under the working title of ImprezSix).

Strap-on tank converts a car into a true all-terrain vehicle

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:10:54 +0000

If you thought replacing the wheels of a Subaru WRX STi with a Mattracks rubber track system was impressive, take a look at the strap-on tank that turns your old rust-bucket into a half tank, half car, true all-terrain vehicle.

Subaru Rally Team USA signs VP Fuels

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:10:06 +0000

Four-time consecutive and defending Rally America National Champion Travis Pastrana and his teammate Dave Mirra, the 2008 Rally America Rookie of the Year, both return to Subaru Rally Team USA and will pilot 2010 Subaru Impreza WRX STI rally cars. Vermont SportsCar will be working closely with VP Fuels on the build and development of the next evolution of their Rally America Open Class specification Subaru Impreza WRX STI rally car to maximize engine performance and power output.

Honda And Subaru Lead Consumer Reports’ Honor Roll For 2010

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:04:47 +0000

Subaru’s overall score was aided by the excellent evaluations given to the new 2010 Subaru Legacy and 2010 Subaru Outback, even though the non-profit testing organization no longer recommends the 2010 Subaru Impreza WRX. Honda and Acura models are altogether the most reliable vehicles, CR says, but its most recent models, including the new Honda Insight, were disappointing in the areas of emergency handling and backseat space.

Ford to compete with the Subaru WRX soon?

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 14:37:30 +0000

We may get a watered-down version of the global performance hatch to meet our lower price points, or Ford may bite the bullet and offer a $30,000+ Focus. But to compete with the likes of the Mazdaspeed3, Volkswagen GTI, and Subaru WRX, it’ll need to find a sweet spot of performance (over 250 horsepower), price (likely well under $30,000) and features. That’s a tough mix to match, but at this point, anything is possible–there are even reports that the next RS will be an all-wheel-drive hybrid.

Hybrid Subaru Impreza On The Horizon?

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:26:07 +0000

If that is the case, the wait will be worth it. Road & Track reports that Subaru is considering the new Impreza platform for a hybrid vehicle, it seems to me they would have to offer a hybrid WRX. The gas mileage for the standard Impreza isn’t exactly impressive, and only an automatic-equipped Legacy even breaks 30 mpg (31 to be exact). A standard 2010 WRX has a 265 horsepower flat-four Boxer engine – imagine adding a 50 horsepower electric motor to the all-wheel drive system?

Road Test: 2010 Subaru Impreza WRX

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:25:35 +0000

The introduction of the third-generation Impreza, introduced in 2008, signalled Subaru’s intention to apply a more mainstream approach to its business practices. Pre-rework, most of the company’s offerings were, to be polite, a little left of centre. Long admired for its all-wheel-drive ability, Subaru’s quirky nature turned off many potential punters — it was, for want of a better description, a Japanese Saab. Nothing wrong with that except it put a crimp on Subaru’s true potential. The 2010 Impreza WRX is a fine example of what happens when sound engineering meets attractive packaging.

Brendan Reeves Rally Tasmania preview

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:25:23 +0000

Their left hand drive Subaru WRX STI has been converted to tarmac specification for the event and after a successful tarmac test day a fortnight ago, they are confident of a good showing in the rally.

WRC: Rally Guanajuato Bicentenario 2010 preview

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:24:53 +0000

In the P-WRC, there will be a clash of champions as former double P-WRC champion Toshi Arai (Subaru Impreza WRX STi) takes on reigning P-WRC Champion Armindo Araujo (Mitsubisi Lancer Evolution X).

Priced: 2010 Subaru Impreza WRX Limited

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:24:37 +0000

CHERRY HILL, New Jersey – Subaru has priced the new 2010 Impreza WRX Limited at $28,495 for the four-door and $28,995 for the five-door.

Cosworth-Subaru WRX STI to be Revealed at Geneva Motor Show

Phil — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:24:06 +0000

The world-class automotive engineering giant, Cosworth has collaborated with Subaru to build the highly anticipated Cosworth-Subaru WRX STI, scheduled to be revealed at Geneva Motor Show this year. The legendary English engine tuner, founded in 1958, has had a reputable stint in the Formula One arena, and is planning to rejoin the F1 grid as an engine manufacturer. Cosworth has joined hands with the Japanese stalwart Subaru in a special one-off project to create a staggering result.