More 4dr Turbo...300hp + AWD
01-08-2003, 11:17 AM
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More 4dr Turbo...300hp + AWD
Maybe already posted, but here's the latest specs on the US-bound STi version of the WRX for '04 (with facelift).
300hp, 300lb-ft, 2.5 dohc Turbo, 6 spd plus the cool DCCD which lets driver set torque distribution to as much as 65% to the rear wheels. Price not set, but est. $30k and to arrive in limited quantites (4-5k) like Mitsu Evo.
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http://www.autoweek.com/cat_content...._code=01029471
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http://impreza.subaru.com/microsites...sti/wrxsti.jsp
300hp, 300lb-ft, 2.5 dohc Turbo, 6 spd plus the cool DCCD which lets driver set torque distribution to as much as 65% to the rear wheels. Price not set, but est. $30k and to arrive in limited quantites (4-5k) like Mitsu Evo.
Story:
http://www.autoweek.com/cat_content...._code=01029471
Info and Photos:
http://impreza.subaru.com/microsites...sti/wrxsti.jsp
01-08-2003, 04:01 PM
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Originally posted by 97z28/m6
you sellin yours to get one.
you sellin yours to get one.
But Ken's right--no one's safe anymore. It'll be one fast econobox.
01-08-2003, 05:04 PM
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The 2003 is 227hp with a 2L I4 - 20/27 mpg...
The 2004 with a 2.5L I4 I must assume will get worse milage, perhaps 19/25 or 18/25 even...
And with a $30k pricetag, I wouldnt consider it an econobox.
I would consider it a nice, fast, fun, all-seaon, grocery getter.
The 2004 with a 2.5L I4 I must assume will get worse milage, perhaps 19/25 or 18/25 even...
And with a $30k pricetag, I wouldnt consider it an econobox.
I would consider it a nice, fast, fun, all-seaon, grocery getter.
01-08-2003, 07:30 PM
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Originally posted by Geoff Chadwick
The 2003 is 227hp with a 2L I4 - 20/27 mpg...
The 2004 with a 2.5L I4 I must assume will get worse milage, perhaps 19/25 or 18/25 even...
And with a $30k pricetag, I wouldnt consider it an econobox.
I would consider it a nice, fast, fun, all-seaon, grocery getter.
The 2003 is 227hp with a 2L I4 - 20/27 mpg...
The 2004 with a 2.5L I4 I must assume will get worse milage, perhaps 19/25 or 18/25 even...
And with a $30k pricetag, I wouldnt consider it an econobox.
I would consider it a nice, fast, fun, all-seaon, grocery getter.
But I agree, I don't really consider it an econobox (and certainly isn't in the pure, fuel economy sense)...but that's the perception of these cars on here (ho-hum 4 dr import). Especially at $30k, I don't consider it "basic, economic transportation." Of course, "nice, fast, fun, all-season grocery getter" is as close to a compliment as will show up on here. A grocery getter that runs the same ETs as LT1 F-bodies I remind you. And the AWD really paid off in the heavy snow a couple weeks ago. If livable, practical, and easy to get in and out of when a car is parked next to you are draw backs, I guess I'll deal with it.
And even the looks grow on you! btw, none of that meant to ruffle any feathers).Anyways, the wagons are cool; I hope they continue to offer it in that trim.
01-09-2003, 01:26 AM
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wow those HP #'s sound good, there won't be any for less than MSRP if they are only selling 4,000 of them. The new Camaro Z28(if there ever is one) will have to be about 375HP to stay ahead of all these new cars coming out. I also can't wait to see GM's response to these cars with the turbo or S/C '05 Grand am. pretty soon every new car out will be doing 14's. You got to love a HP war!!!
01-09-2003, 10:29 AM
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Originally posted by jrp4uc
Well, I get about 24-25mpg with mine consistently
But I agree, I don't really consider it an econobox (and certainly isn't in the pure, fuel economy sense)...but that's the perception of these cars on here (ho-hum 4 dr import). Especially at $30k, I don't consider it "basic, economic transportation." Of course, "nice, fast, fun, all-season grocery getter" is as close to a compliment as will show up on here.
Well, I get about 24-25mpg with mine consistently
But I agree, I don't really consider it an econobox (and certainly isn't in the pure, fuel economy sense)...but that's the perception of these cars on here (ho-hum 4 dr import). Especially at $30k, I don't consider it "basic, economic transportation." Of course, "nice, fast, fun, all-season grocery getter" is as close to a compliment as will show up on here.
Yes, getting in and out, AWD, and 4 doors.
01-10-2003, 08:40 AM
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Originally posted by Z28x
You want good gas milage and power? how about 2002 Z06 Vette, 405HP and 28MPG hwy
wait until the C6, it will be lighter and have DOD, it should get low 30's MPG Highway with over 400HP
You want good gas milage and power? how about 2002 Z06 Vette, 405HP and 28MPG hwy
wait until the C6, it will be lighter and have DOD, it should get low 30's MPG Highway with over 400HP
I'm hoping 21/32 and 450hp... Got my GM credit card with a few hundred credit all set to go!
