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2007 Subaru WRX Hatch: STI Accessories

Motoring Channel Staff - 2/July/2007

2007 Subaru WRX - STI Accessories
2007 Subaru WRX - STI Accessories

2007 Subaru WRX - STI Accessories
2007 Subaru WRX - STI Accessories

Gunma, Japan — Subaru isn't expected to unveil the new 2008 WRX STI performance car until later in the year at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, but these images are a good indication of how the new fired-up Subaru will turn out.

The photos are from Subaru in Japan, and show the full range of STI 'accessories' available for the new Impreza. 

As well as a more aggressive body kit, which includes low side skirts, a slightly different rear apron design, new fog lights, a lower front lip spoiler and some new 18-inch alloy wheels, the STI accessories also include a number of interior upgrades. There's a range of gear knobs to enhance the feeling of gear changes, and even carbon fibre look cladding for the inside mirror.

No performance tweaks appear to be on the manifest, though there is mention of an STI timing belt, though how much difference this would make to your lap times around Suzuka is anyone's guess.

One thing the bonafide Subaru Impreza WRX STI is likely to have that isn't represented on these images is an oversized rear wing and an enlarged hood scoop. The hood scoop is an iconic WRX STI feature, and is expected to be larger so that it can accommodate the enlarged intercooler that the up-rated turbo 4-cylinder engine will be carrying.

At the very least, these images will provide the millions of Subaru fans something to tide them over until the new STI arrives, which is going to be a very big deal. There's a lot resting on the new halo car's shoulders after the almost universal condemnation of the new Impreza design. If the STI doesn't appease the faithful, there is the risk of a backlash that may result in reduced sales for the new model. 

Related articles:
- Subaru Liberty GT Spec.B - Tuned by STI (2008)
- Subaru Impreza WRX sedan (2008)
- Subaru Tribeca (2008)
- Subaru Impreza WRX (Road Test)
Subaru Forester XT (Road Test)
- Subaru WRX - Tuned by STI (2007)
Subaru Develops Diesel Boxer Engine (2007)
Subaru Liberty Blitzen (2006)

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