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Subaru has officially unveiled the Impreza WRC2008 ahead of its launch at the Acropolis Rally of Greece.
The Impreza WRC2008 is based on the 2008 Subaru WRC Concept. Petter Solberg and Chris Atkinson will pilot "the most radically different Subaru World Rally Car in 15 years."
Technical details will be released before the car's official launch on May 28th.
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Comments (14)
Yes, it's as ugly as the Euro hatches it's trying to imitate...could you imagine driving it on the street? 2000'ish Lbs. and 450+bhp and all the handling gizmos.
Posted by Noya | May 20, 2008 9:25 PM
Posted on May 20, 2008 21:25
I like the new STi actually. I could do without the massive wing on the back, but I'm sure it works in the rally world. Good luck to 'em.
Posted by Krazeee | May 20, 2008 11:49 PM
Posted on May 20, 2008 23:49
i like the car, but i dont want the name on the side, nor a 'number'
Posted by lowest iq | May 21, 2008 3:27 AM
Posted on May 21, 2008 03:27
***drool***
Posted by Dan | May 21, 2008 4:21 AM
Posted on May 21, 2008 04:21
Front and mid section looks good. Although I can't find anything I like from the rear wheels back. I suppose thats ok given the rear end is in a cloud of dust for a rally race. It just wont be that attractive in its plain jane clothes.
Posted by Sandmanwn | May 21, 2008 6:32 AM
Posted on May 21, 2008 06:32
i like the back
Posted by dork retard | May 21, 2008 8:30 AM
Posted on May 21, 2008 08:30
i like the back
Posted by dork retard | May 21, 2008 8:31 AM
Posted on May 21, 2008 08:31
I have to throw in a vote for positive styling and overall appearance as well. I've always liked hatchbacks and would definitely consider the STi if I was in the market for a new car right now. I also like the treatment on the WRC2008 as compared to other rally cars that are out there. Unfortunately there are only two compact performance cars in it's class. The STi and the Lancer Evo. I liked the Evo VIII, although it was a little obvious that it was built with a Lancer body, which to mee is a lower class than the Impreza. I am not a big fan of the new Evo though...too tall and I definitely don't like the front end. I'm not sure how the quality of the two cars compares.
Posted by Mike M | May 21, 2008 8:57 AM
Posted on May 21, 2008 08:57
Wowzers! The thing looks mean. I'm all for hatchbacks, not only for performance functionally, but practicality. Hopefully this will be able to bring serious competition to the hatchback Fords and Citroens that have been completely dominating WRC these past few years. The Fords and Citroens are 2 door hatchbacks, which unfortunately might give an edge over this 4 door. Being lighter and having better weight distribution. But unlike any other currently competitive WRC manufacturer, Subaru provides the best replica of this car to its customers. Go Subaru! I'm definitely gonna consider purchasing the new Impreze WRZ STI.
Posted by LBC resident | May 21, 2008 9:31 AM
Posted on May 21, 2008 09:31
OK so the rear-end leaves something to be desired.
But honestly, do you really want to run at the head of the pack in the Rally of Greece AND have an attractive rear-end?
Posted by bubba551 | May 21, 2008 3:41 PM
Posted on May 21, 2008 15:41
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do you really want to run at the head of the pack in the Rally of Greece AND have an attractive rear-end?
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I think it depends upon the orientation of your motor....
Posted by ckv | May 21, 2008 4:16 PM
Posted on May 21, 2008 16:16
flat 4
Posted by dork retard | May 21, 2008 9:18 PM
Posted on May 21, 2008 21:18
Ack.....
I'll give the front isn't bad, but why a hatch? Why ONLY a hatch? I know people get tired of me saying it, I want a coupe. Anyone remember the 22B STi? Drool....
Of course I guess it doesn't really matter, it's a rally car. It's 100% function not form. It doesn't matter that much what it looks like, because by the time they get done with it, it'll need a couple body panels replaced anyway.
Posted by Brian | May 22, 2008 6:31 AM
Posted on May 22, 2008 06:31
i think the car is a good looking car and is one of the best things out keep the good work up boys.
Posted by chris | July 28, 2008 5:11 AM
Posted on July 28, 2008 05:11