dgoodhue Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 http://media.subaru.com/pressrelease/1067/1/subaru-debuts-2018-wrx-wrx-sti-performance-comfort January 5, 2017 SUBARU DEBUTS 2018 WRX® AND WRX STI® WITH PERFORMANCE, COMFORT AND SAFETY UPGRADES Revised front styling for a more aggressive look Suspension optimized for better handling and ride comfort New 19-inch wheels, upgraded Brembo® brakes and revised DCCD All-Wheel Drive give WRX STI wider performance envelope New available Recaro® power seats Performance Package option for WRX models New EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology safety features Upgraded interior materials and quieter cabin Cherry Hill, N.J. - Subaru of America, Inc., which this month posted its eighth consecutive year of record-breaking sales, today introduced the 2018 WRX and WRX STI, each debuting performance, comfort, design and safety enhancements for a more rewarding driving experience. The new models reach Subaru retailers in spring. A restyled front fascia WRX and WRX STI shows a sportier attitude, highlighted by a more pronounced grille design, along with a larger lower grille opening. The WRX Limited and all STI feature redesigned LED Steering Responsive Headlights that help illuminate curves in nighttime driving. For greater versatility, all WRX and STI models now feature new roof rack mounting brackets. WRX for 2018 With its 268-hp, 2.0-liter direct injection turbocharged BOXER engine, Symmetrical All Wheel Drive and Active Torque Vectoring, the rally-bred WRX is a performance and value benchmark in the high-performance AWD sport-compact segment. The WRX comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission and offers an optional performance automatic transmission, the Sport Lineartronic® CVT with manual mode. The WRX features new front and rear suspension tuning for improved steering stability and ride comfort, while retaining the car’s high cornering performance capability. Subaru significantly enhanced shifter feel for the 6-speed manual transmission, with a new synchro design and reduced friction, along with smoother clutch take-up. The WRX electric power steering (EPS) was revised to provide an even smoother, more natural feel, while integrating the steering motor and electronic control unit reduces weight. A new optional Performance Package for the WRX Premium features Recaro 8-way power seats, red-painted brake calipers and upgraded JURID brake pads, and deletes the moonroof to reduce weight. The standard 18-inch wheels feature a bold new double-spoke design. WRX STI for 2018 A comprehensive handling enhancement for the 2018 STI includes the revised suspension tuning as featured on the WRX, plus a revised DCCD AWD system, significantly upgraded brakes and this model’s first-ever 19-inch wheels. The DCCD system, which previously used a combination of mechanical and electronic center limited slip differential control, now uses electronic control for quicker and smoother response. The 19-inch alloy wheels feature a striking Y-shaped spoke design and carry 245/35R19 tires that help raise cornering performance while giving the STI an even more aggressive stance. The yellow-painted brake calipers identify a significantly upgraded Brembo Performance Brake System that now uses stronger monoblock 6-piston calipers in front, monoblock 2-piston calipers in the rear and larger, drilled rotors all around for better heat dissipation. New brake pads provide significantly greater surface area for improved braking feel and fade resistance. The STI also offers the Recaro seats (standard on STI Limited, optional for base trim). Powered by a 305-hp 2.5-liter turbocharged BOXER engine, the WRX STI brings rally-bred performance technology to the road with Multi-Mode Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD) Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Standard handling technologies include Active Torque Vectoring and Multi-Mode Vehicle Dynamics Control. Improved Usability with a Sporting Edge The everyday usability that has contributed to WRX and STI popularity gets even better for 2018. All models feature upgraded interior materials, rear seat armrest with cup holders, redesigned interior door grips and faster remote trunk opening. New measures that reduce unwanted noise include thicker door glass, revised door sealing and a foam-filled windshield header beam. A new, larger high-definition multi-function display (5.9-inch vs. 4.3-inch before) makes it easier to see vehicle functions at a glance. WRX Limited models feature power driver’s seat lumbar adjustment. The standard WRX adds heated exterior mirrors (already standard on others), while the WRX Premium upgrades to a SUBARU STARLINK™ 7.0” multimedia unit from the previous STARLINK 6.2” unit. Safety Subaru revised the front structure of the WRX and WRX STI for enhanced frontal collision performance. The WRX Limited, when equipped with EyeSight Driver Assist Technology now features Vehicle Hold (AVH), and a new EyeSight Assist Monitor (EAM). The EAM uses LED indicators to display EyeSight status and alerts on the windshield, allowing the driver to see them without diverting eyes from the road ahead. The AVH feature replaces the Hill Holder and Hill Start Assist functions and offers greater functionality, holding the vehicle on all road grades, not only inclines. For example, AVH can help reduce driver fatigue by holding the car at traffic lights, and then can seamlessly transition to acceleration. About Subaru of America, Inc. Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of more than 620 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill production plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. For additional information, visit media.subaru.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted January 6, 2017 Author Share Posted January 6, 2017 The pictures are here. http://media.subaru.com/image-gallery.do?method=view&imageGalleryId=193&mid=1 The engines are carried over and the EJ257 continues in the STi to chagrin of some owners. Subaru didn't do anything hideous with the styling of the cars, so the WRX is still likely my next car unless Subaru does something unexpected with Legacy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORULZleggy Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 I am SOOOOO happy they did this: faster remote trunk opening. :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
battelready Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Those 6 piston brembos are what im waiting for. Those are the same ones off the S402. I bought an auto be more involved in my uninvolvedness . 200k+ Club If you can't blind them with brilliance, baffle them with bullshit. My high mileage turd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumbleRumble Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 They are making them more track ready by the year. Can't wait for them to make the STi 315 HP at least Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrD123 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 The Recaro seats are good addition - they probably shouldn't have bothered painting the calipers on the WRX - looks like they just rattle canned a standard caliper... could have at least made the calipers look nice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 Black calipers wound have been better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The B4 Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Black calipers wound have been better. Different tastes for different people. I prefer the red. Hated when the STI went to black calipers. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LatentWagen Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 The Recaro seats are good addition Finally! LW's spec. B / YT / IG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LatentWagen Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Unfortunately the seats look like they were made for obese Americans. The hip/leg bolsters also look very low LW's spec. B / YT / IG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted January 9, 2017 Author Share Posted January 9, 2017 Unfortunately the seats look like they were made for obese Americans. The hip/leg bolsters also look very low It is hard to completely judge seat by looking at them, but at first glance they don't look that much different than the standard WRX seat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 I like the 19" wheels and the face perk, why they think those tacky red accented seat are good baffles me if anything make it optional and make it blue. I would like to see black recaro seat and all the red removed but other wise its a good looking machine. Not worth the MSRP but nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
battelready Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Finally! They're like 9 way adjustable, i might have to trade up man. I bought an auto be more involved in my uninvolvedness . 200k+ Club If you can't blind them with brilliance, baffle them with bullshit. My high mileage turd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LatentWagen Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 If they're any smaller than the Legacy seats they'll be worth it. My guess is that they'll have all black, or blue accents available. It would be silly to have the brick red on a blue car. Dem brakes would be really nice too, but they aren't clearing any 17's LW's spec. B / YT / IG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Different tastes for different people. I prefer the red. Hated when the STI went to black calipers. Floating calipers aren't much to brag about so they shouldn't be seen, but if you run 6 or 8 pot calipers you have something to brag about and you are permitted to have bright colors on them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dga Posted January 11, 2017 Share Posted January 11, 2017 This is great to hear. As Subaru went full on AWD-Toyota I was afraid that they'd leave pretty much all performance models to languish till they killed them off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The B4 Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Floating calipers aren't much to brag about so they shouldn't be seen, but if you run 6 or 8 pot calipers you have something to brag about and you are permitted to have bright colors on them! I thought you were talking about the STI's brakes. I agree on the WRX. If they aren't 06-07 style brakes, don't paint them red. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perscitus Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Subaru Tokyo Auto Salon (Jan-13th to 15th, 2017): http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/ Featuring the JDM refresh/facelifts of the WRX S4 and STI: http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/lineup/detail_5.html http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/lineup/detail_3.html Levorg and G4: http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/lineup/detail_7.html http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/lineup/detail_8.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted January 13, 2017 Author Share Posted January 13, 2017 Subaru Tokyo Auto Salon (Jan-13th to 15th, 2017): http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/ Featuring the JDM refresh/facelifts of the WRX S4 and STI: http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/lineup/detail_5.html http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/lineup/detail_3.html Levorg and G4: http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/lineup/detail_7.html http://www.subaru.jp/tas2017/lineup/detail_8.html It looks like the Levorg and the Levorg STi sport versions are still CVT only. While I am sure it isn't that hard to make 6MT version, I find it amusing that the diehard wagon enthusiasts that want a 6MT Levorg. Getting a car we don't get in the US isn't good enough, they also want a variation that Subaru doesn't sell anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike07LGT Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 If they're any smaller than the Legacy seats they'll be worth it. My guess is that they'll have all black, or blue accents available. It would be silly to have the brick red on a blue car. Dem brakes would be really nice too, but they aren't clearing any 17's Thats why you need some 18 bbs from the sti limited 03 WRB WRX (RIP) 04 JBP STI (sold) 07 DGM Legacy GT (RIP) 12 OBP STI (DD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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