Guest Gitster Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 So where are the STI pics? Its gotta be undergoing the same transformation, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NutBucket Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 Suppose to be a hatch and will be revealed sometime in late summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 VDC in the Impreza eh. Then they can boast that their whole line is the safest out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 So why would the 2.5i go from 173 hp and 169 tq to 170 hp and 170 ft. lbs tq? Fuel economy related? What will happen to the Legacy 2.5i I wonder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kostamojen Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 So why would the 2.5i go from 173 hp and 169 tq to 170 hp and 170 ft. lbs tq? Fuel economy related? What will happen to the Legacy 2.5i I wonder. I posted in the 2008 legacy thread that the power numbers changed to 170/170. I think its all in the ECU, but supposedly the catalytic converters are different as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red beast Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 the new impreza makes aftermarket parts people happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrok Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 I want a new WRX hatch. I think it looks rad personally I wonder why they blacked out the front headlamps and not the back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeB Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 the new 2008 tribeca features a 3.6L engine instead of the 3.0 this was achived by redesigning the conection rod and making it asimetrical . it pumps up 256bhp, with 344nm/4400 rpm , of which 244 available at 1200 rpm. the gearbox was redesign also and now delivers smoother gear shifts and incresead acceleration . all in all engine + gearbox lost 4.4 kg all toghether . nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncretter Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 Is it just me, or does the new WRX look a whole lot like the Mazdaspeed 3? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 I thikn I saw on one of the pics the high beams on, and not the low beams. Could it be that Subaru will be making use of the high beams as DRl's finally? X --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 I posted in the 2008 legacy thread that the power numbers changed to 170/170. I think its all in the ECU, but supposedly the catalytic converters are different as well... I see. Cleaner emissions? What are they classified as now? Low emission vehicles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kostamojen Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 They are PZEV, but the last design of the cats seem to be failing quite frequently... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 They are PZEV, but the last design of the cats seem to be failing quite frequently... I didnt think that was possible without offering a hybrid powertrain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 I still cant figure out for the life of me why the WRX, the "Legend" still doesnt not come with a 6 speed manual. Even if it were only an option and the 5 speed was standard. Come on Subaru. My only hope is that next year we will see upgraded transmissions. I say that because, when the first LGT sedan came out in 1996, auto trans. was the only option because they ran out of time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigJack Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 sad , really really sad. Looks like a kia or hyundai...a real step backwards. I can't decide whats worse..the grill or the rear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 Keep dreaming... On the auto side, you couldnt pay me to drive a new WRX with that dog of an auto tranny. Its unthinkable that in a 2008 update, they still saddle the WRX with ******* 4 speed auto!!! What is this, 1986? For a variety of reasons, my 05 lgt will mostly likely be my first and last Subaru. Unless they start offering better options, colors, etc. which it doesnt appear that they will I wouldnt want that auto either, but I gotta believe that sooner or later they will put the 5EAT in it. They have to in order to remain competitive. Not that Im in the market for an auto either. People hate MTs in heavy traffic, but you know what? I dont mind so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 Subaru Debuts All-New 2008 Impreza 2.5i and Impreza WRX 2008 Imprezas Boast All-New Styling and Two New Body Styles -- New and More Refined Interior Delivers Improved Comfort, Space and Utility -- Available Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) New York, NY April 5, 2007 -- Subaru today unveiled the all-new Subaru Impreza 2.5i and its performance icon cousin, the Impreza WRX at the New York International Auto Show. With new, more sophisticated styling and two new body styles, a 4-door sedan and a 5-door model, the Impreza 2.5i and Impreza WRX breathe new life into the compact performance market. The new Impreza models take a giant leap forward in terms of comfort and utility, while delivering the handling, performance and Subaru Symmetrical AWD that made the original Impreza such a success. Also new for 2008, is the availability of Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) http://www.subaru.com/sub/media/glossary/icon_2.jpg on both the Impreza 2.5i and Impreza WRX. In 2001, Subaru changed the face of the performance market with the introduction of the original WRX, a car that could deliver turbocharged, rally-bred performance in any driving condition. The all-new 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX follows that lead with an all-new breed of AWD performance car. The 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX now rides on a 3.7 inch longer wheelbase (103.1 inches) that improves ride, interior space and utility. The new WRX is powered by a 2.5-liter flat-four Boxer engine delivering 224 horsepower and 226 Lb.-ft. of torque and is 50 lbs. lighter than its predecessor. The engine has been modified to produce more torque at lower rpm. With its broader and richer torque curve, the 2008 WRX delivers a smooth stream of power, improving drivability and fuel efficiency. ADVANCED ENGINEERING The new Impreza chassis has improved rigidity and ride comfort with the addition of high tension steel at key structural points. The new design results in a lower overall weight for the body while the longer wheelbase allows for improved ride dynamics as well as increasing interior room and lowering levels of Noise Vibration and Harshness (NVH). To further improve handling, the engine is now placed slightly lower in the chassis, lowering the Impreza’s center of gravity. In addition, the new chassis improves crash worthiness and provides crisper handling and a stiffer platform. While the new Impreza WRX remains a driver’s car, the new WRX represents a better combination of capabilities, maximizing performance, comfort and delivering an advantage over the competition. In conjunction with the new chassis, the Subaru Impreza and WRX feature an all-new double-wishbone rear suspension. The suspension allows for less intrusion into the cargo area, providing a wider and deeper luggage compartment. The new suspension also delivers improved ride refinement, decreased road noise, and a quieter cabin. MODERN EXTERIOR DESIGN The all-new 2008 Impreza and Impreza WRX are now available in two new body styles, a 4-door and a 5-door. The new 5-door design is clean and elegant, with a sweeping single curve roofline that flows into an aerodynamic rear spoiler. An all-new frontal design features the new spread wing logo design at the top of the widened grille. The new grille creates a connection to the Subaru aircraft heritage and places a focus on the Subaru star cluster logo. Both exterior designs focus on detail touches such as the new clear rear lenses on the 5-door, distinctive curved fog lamps and an inward sweeping chrome embellishment that flows the grille design into the bumper. An aggressive lower spoiler adds to the sporting character of the design. The 5-door features a distinctive character line that sweeps upward at the rear, giving the car an agile look. The short rear overhang, new clear rear taillamp lenses and a vertical chrome bar combine to integrate the side character line into tail. The 4-door Impreza and Impreza WRX are unique to the North American market. The new 4-door is 4.5-inches longer than the previous sedan and 6.5-inches longer than the new 5-door models. The extra space provides for a much larger trunk that can accommodate three Tour-size golf bags. The rear seats feature a 60/40 rear split folding mechanism that further enhances cargo capacity. On new 5-door Impreza models, the wide and flat load floor can accommodate two Tour-size golf bags with the rear seats in the upright position The design of the 4-door models creates an improved road presence, with a wider and sharper front design giving way to a crisp side body crease. The rear of the 4-door Impreza is set apart by red lamp lenses and a chrome strip below the trunk line that visually widens the tail. On WRX models, a new available aero kit denotes the WRX rally car heritage. The 5-door WRX features a rear under body diffuser and single chrome exhaust pipe. The 4-door WRX features dual chrome exhaust tips and a rear trunk spoiler. RICH INTERIOR DESIGN The interior design of the 2008 Impreza places a new emphasis on comfort and space. The new sweeping twin cockpit embraces occupants and brushed aluminum look insets flow into the center stack. The center console shape adds to the airiness of the cockpit design, aided by the sculpted door panels and improved headroom. The door panels house molded recesses that can accommodate 24-oz. soft drink bottles, as well as loose items. Despite retaining the same exterior width as the previous generation Impreza, the new 2008 Impreza features an interior with two inches more front shoulder room than before. An available navigation and information center is the focal point of the center console. In addition to an input for MP3 players, the center console also includes video jacks that can accommodate portable gaming devices that can be displayed on the navigation screen when the vehicle is parked. The navigation screen is placed at the top of the dashboard for improved visibility and functionality. The interior of the new Impreza was designed to provide a feeling of quality with special emphasis placed on double-stitched fabrics and high-grade interior plastics. New for 2008 are framed windows that allow for improved body rigidity and provide for a quieter interior with better sealing for the windows. Larger door openings provide improved ingress and egress and the rear doors open 75 degrees to allow for better rear seat access. The rear seatback angles have been reclined for improved rear comfort. Rear seat legroom is also significantly increased. ENGINES - IMPROVED TORQUE, BETTER ECONOMY The 2.5-liter and 2.5-liter turbocharged flat fours have been modified to improve both emissions and fuel efficiency while maintaining the same high performance standards delivered by the current Impreza and Impreza WRX. Modified torque curves on the both engines are tuned for improved low-rpm acceleration and improved drivability. The new 2.5-liter normally aspirated engine delivers 170 horsepower @ 6,000 rpm and 170 lb-ft. of torque @ 4,400 rpm. Low end torque and fuel efficiency for the 2.5-liter normally aspirated engine were improved by the addition of a new intake port. Improved emissions were realized by a new catalyst system that optimizes catalyst efficiency. The 2.5-liter turbocharged flat-four Boxer engine in the WRX delivers its maximum torque and horsepower earlier than the previous model, with 224 horsepower @ 5,200 rpm and 226 lb.-ft. of torque @ 2,800 rpm, a full 800 rpm earlier than the previous generation WRX. Low end torque and fuel efficiency was improved through the addition of a new intake manifold, intercooler and turbocharger. SAFETY The 2008 Impreza continues Subaru’s legendary safety and crash worthiness record. New for 2008 are standard side-curtain airbags and available Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) http://www.subaru.com/sub/media/glossary/icon_2.jpg. Also standard is the Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System (SRS), with front seat head / chest side impact air bags (SRS) and a driver’s side front air bag that deploys according to the driver’s proximity to the steering wheel, as measured by a sensor on the seat track. In the passenger side front seat, a sensor module detects weight on the passenger seat – first determining if it is occupied, and if so by a child or adult – to control air bag deployment. As part of the system, the dashboard features a new “Airbag” indicator light. The new 2008 Impreza utilizes the Subaru Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame Body Structure with front and rear crumple zones. The new 2008 Subaru Impreza also incorporates 3-point seatbelts for all seats (height-adjustable for outboard positions); front seatbelts with electrically triggered pre-tensioners and force limiters, 4-channel/4-sensor Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and active front seat head restraints (Not available on WRX Performance Seats) to help reduce whiplash injury in a rear collision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigJack Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 I hear the 08 will have a 8 track as an option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzy Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 Man that has to be the ugliest nose on a car. Subaru just killed the "legend' Who the hell drew up that design? It looks like a malibu maxx/Geo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godwhomismike Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 4sp or 5sp automatic in the new WRX? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spec B Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 Nice...the tri will have integrated key and remote fob...ahhh small victories! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4LG7 Posted April 8, 2007 Share Posted April 8, 2007 That thing is absolutely repulsive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyMUN2k6 Posted April 8, 2007 Share Posted April 8, 2007 I've seen those rims before....on a 2005 toyota camery. It seems toyota has influenced subaru rims. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted April 8, 2007 Share Posted April 8, 2007 I hear the 08 will have a 8 track as an option Sweet then I can listen to my old Abba tapes.....from before I was born....which was in 1986. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfxdave99 Posted April 8, 2007 Share Posted April 8, 2007 4sp or 5sp automatic in the new WRX? 4sp auto If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough. - Mario Andretti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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