The Subaru Impreza WRX STI Carbon has broken cover in Tokyo but to everyone’s surprise the engine is mated to a five-speed automatic gearbox to spoil the fun of driving on the back of a monster. Based on the A-Line special edition, the STI Carbon chooses a carbon fiber roof instead of the normal panel which lowers the centre of gravity and simultaneously reduces the weight of the vehicle. As far as the interior goes, unlike the standard STI, the STI Carbon is lined in suede. Under the hood is a 2.5L four-banger that produces 296 hp. The manual gearbox version slated for the US will render 305hp. Subaru is calling it the display model but the A-Line derivation for the automatic gearbox will be a part of the production facility rolled models as well.

Subaru Impreza WRX STI Carbon as the name implies is an STI based A-Line hatch that comes with a carbon fiber roof to ensure weight reduction and hence lowered gravity centre oand increased performance. Currently announced for Tokyo, the hatch is an A-Line baby with a 5 speed automatic gearbox and this helps the car reach out to more customers. It will be offered with two engine choices, either a 2.0L turbo option that produces 308hp with 422Nm of torque or a 2.5L turbo that gets 300hp with 407Nm of torque. To add to the comfort factor, the suede fabric has been used on the inside hence making the hatchback a little more luxurious. The Subaru Impreza WRX STI Carbon Hatch will break cover at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show.

With the recession choking our throats to the chore and the hunger for new ride insatiable, automobiles with a basic price can be a good alternative. The 2010 Subaru Impreza pricing has been announced and I ma sure that it fits into that credibility bracket. Ask me why and the reason is that all the new-models are price at par with the 2009 option; indeed, the premium model comes with a price reduction of $1,000. But all this, in no way means the technology has been bargained with, as you will find all Imprezas’ now featuring Symmetrical AWD badges. You can fetch the base price at an unchanged $17,495, while the premium Impreza 2.5i gets its price slashed by $1,000 to $18,495. The pricing of the 265-hp WRX remains unchanged at $24,995 for the sedan and $25,495 for the five-door.

This is one car, the auto enthusiasts across the ocean also would have loved for such is the impressive spec sheet but the Limited Edition (900 Units only) Subaru Impreza WRX STI Spec C will only be available in Japan. This hot hatch is a far cry from the from the Impreza STI with a weight reduction of 70Kgs. This has been achieved with a lighter battery, an aluminum engine hood and the use of laminar glass on front and side windows.

You get to choose from standard 18-inch alloys or the 17-inch option. These wheels have seven double spoke alloys which are cased in Bridgestone Potenza RE070 tires, which ensure better cornering and increased grip. The ECU has also been reprogrammed along with a redesigned turbocharger with smoother ball bearings that boost the torque to 422 Nm while maintaining the 305 horsepower. The suspension springs and the fuel pump have also been optimized. The color options include, Pure White, Sunrise Yellow and a Regular Blue.

We don’t know exactly who Lars is, but he’s got a great talent. Check out his interpretation of a Subaru WRX STI that edges away from the ugly exteriors we’ve been used with. Of course Subaru was never about stylish curves, since they had monsters under the hood, but this rendering exudes sophistication and beauty from every little joint. A new front-end, narrow honeycomb grille, steeper curves and modified headlights, that’s what makes it a great car to drive. [via Jalopnik]

A more accessibile version of the renowned WRX STI, Subaru announced that they’ll be releasing a new Impreza WRX STI A-Line edition. Using the company’s 4-cylinder turbocharged 2.5 liter Boxer engine mated a five speed automatic transmission dubbed as SPORTSHIFT, it manages to sport 300 hp and 350 Nm of torque. And if we already know what the Japanese can do with the engines and performances, they’ve outdone themselves when it comes to the interior. There’s an 8-directional electronically adjustable driver’s seat (there’s the option for leather) and leather trim on the inner door paneling highlighted with silver stitching. Furios yet elegant, the new Subaru Impreza WRX STI A-Line is definitely hot in that “Satin White Pearl”.

Here are more details:

• a single scroll turbocharger for steady torque
• Downshifting Blipping Control for better shifting of the automatic transmission
• VTD (Variable Torque Distribution) AWD system
• a Tumble Generation Valve that controls air intake for maximum combustion efficiency