Subaru Impreza WRX

Subaru Impreza WRX is a 4-door passenger vehicle that comes with an all-wheel drive system and it is a turbocharged version of Impreza. It can be attained either as hatchback or sedan. The vehicle was introduced in the year 1992 and it features a turbocharged 2.0L engine.

In comparison to the base Impreza, WRX has lower profile tires and wider wheels, higher-quality suspension, and larger brakes. The WRX version Impreza was initially sold in the year 2011 as 2011 model year vehicle in North America.

GC chassis (1992-2000)

You can find 7 noted versions in WRX. STI versions are marketed with successive numbers. Another way for determining the WRX code is to look at chassis code. All models of WRX were sold in between 1992 and 2000.

GD chassis (2001-2007)

In the year 2001, Impreza received a complete update; chassis received great increase in torsional stiffness. In order to differentiate between the model years, all auto-enthusiasts frequently referred to GDA and chassis. The wagon chassis has got the GGA code.

WRX has got two styling updates- bug eyed” styling has been completely stared as unattractive. Subaru introduced a mild facelift for front end in 2002 Auto Show. Third update for this vehicle was introduced in mid 2005, which includes performance models, new headlights along the vehicle, taillights, and bumpers.

2009 Subaru Impreza

The suspension for 2008 WRX is pretty soft and keeping this in mind, few tweaks have been done for 2009 WRX. EJ25 engine in the vehicle boasts additional 41 horsepower when compared to the previous versions. Total output power of the 2009 model is 265 bhp and torque is rated as 244 lb•ft.

2009 WRX is capable of hitting 0-60 mph mark in just 4.7 seconds and quarter mile distance in just 13.5 seconds. Additionally, 2009 model receives Dunlop SP performance tires, aerodynamic package, and stiffer suspension parts as standard equipments.

Cosmetic changes include darker wheels and updated mesh grill. WRX is attained with 5-speed manual transmission. The vehicle features 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with total output power of 224 hp. In Canada, 265-hp engine was optional.

2011 Subaru WRX

For the year 2011, Impreza got widebody like sedan and hatchback, which is pretty much similar to that of STi. Rear end looks pretty different with the changes. STI model in the lineup has more aggressive rounded fenders. The new 2011 model add 33 pounds more compared to the previous 2010 WRX model.