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2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STi - Reviews - Buying Guide

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The most powerful Subaru vehicle ever sold in America, the all-new Impreza WRX STi sedan is a model that essentially expands the focus of Subaru’s engineering philosophy. Having mastered the inclusion of all-wheel drive systems in its vehicles, manufacturers are now bent on increasing the performance.

Subaru certainly knows where to look to find inspiration. Subaru's World Rally Championship (WRC) team has seen its share of success, including three straight Manufacturer's Championships in the mid-1990s. This technology and vision are applied to the Impreza WRX STi sedan, resulting in one of the most appealing 2004 roadsters.

Under the Hood

Performance falls in the hands of an intercooled, turbocharged boxer engine. It is like the 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder model found on other Imprezas, except for its specs: 300 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 300 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm.

This ultra-tough engine is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission that puts the power right in your hands. All-wheel drive is Subaru’s mainstay, and it gives the 2004 WRX STi sedan impressive control.

However, all-wheel drive is just the starting point where the WRX STi departs from the rest of the pack. With a new chassis and hydroformed front subframe, the STi uses inverted struts at all four corners to resist bending during heavy cornering loads, as well as aluminum control arms to reduce unsprung weight. The steering ratio on the STi is quicker than on the WRX, the car rides 0.4 inch lower, and all STis feature Brembo brake components and 12.7-inch front rotors.

Standard Features, Options Packages and Style

The people who are going to buy the new WRX STi sedan most likely won’t be looking for extensive interior comfort such that a luxury sedan might provide. Instead, they want functional features and flash. For example, a large, centrally located tachometer with adjustable rpm warning buzzer, heavily bolstered seats and a fat three-spoke steering wheel are the exact items an STi buyer will notice and be expecting.

The 2004 Impreza WRX STi sedan has a large rear spoiler that will certainly get you noticed. Inside, the ride doesn’t detract from the car’s performance, which is all you can really ask for with this high-powered sedan.

There are a number of options to choose from as well. One group adds an automatic day/night rearview mirror, a security-system upgrade kit and a compass. Stand alones include a turbo boost gauge, brushed alloy wheels and a carbon-fiber seat trim.



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2004 Subaru Reviews:

2004 Subaru Baja - 2004 Subaru Forester XT - 2004 Subaru Forester - 2004 Subaru Impreza Sedan - 2004 Subaru Impreza Wagon - 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STi - 2004 Subaru Legacy - 2004 Subaru Outback Sedan - 2004 Subaru Outback Wagon

 

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