Segment:
Performance Compact Sedan/Hatchback
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts, rally fans, performance-oriented drivers
Competitors:
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, Volkswagen Golf GTI, Ford Focus RS
Performance:
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, turbocharged engine, performance-tuned suspension
Rally Heritage:
Direct lineage from Subaru's WRC success
Driver Engagement:
Focus on handling, steering feel, and driver feedback
Powertrain:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Exhaust
Chassis:
Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels, Tires
Body:
Body Panels, Interior Trim, Exterior Trim, Doors, Glass
Electrical:
Power Distribution, Lighting, Instrumentation, HVAC Electrical, Audio Systems, ECU/ECM
Comfort And Convenience:
HVAC, Seats, Power Accessories, Security System
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, tune-ups
Major Repairs:
Engine rebuilds, transmission overhauls, brake system repairs, suspension component replacement
Diagnostics:
Symptom-based troubleshooting, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), wiring diagrams
Adjustments:
Wheel alignment, clutch adjustment, parking brake adjustment
Specifications And Data:
Torque values, clearances, fluid capacities, electrical specifications
Depth:
Comprehensive, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIY enthusiasts
Engine Type:
Horizontally Opposed (Boxer) Turbocharged DOHC 16-Valve
Displacement:
2.5 Liters (2457 cc)
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
290 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) with Sequential Ignition
Recommended Fuel:
Premium Unleaded (91 Octane or higher)
Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic
Oil Capacity:
5.1 US quarts (4.8 liters) with filter
Coolant Type:
Subaru Super Coolant (Blue)
Coolant Capacity:
7.1 US quarts (6.7 liters)
Type:
6-speed Manual Transmission (TS6C4GBA)
Drivetrain:
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD)
Clutch:
Hydraulically actuated, single dry plate
Manual Transmission Fluid Type:
Subaru Manual Transmission Fluid (API GL-5, SAE 75W-90)
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity:
2.0 US quarts (1.9 liters)
NHTSA Front Impact:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact:
5 Stars
ABS:
Yes, 4-wheel disc anti-lock braking system
Traction Control:
Yes, Active Traction Control (ATC)
Electronic Stability:
Yes, Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags, front side airbags, side curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters, LATCH system
Body Structure:
Advanced front and side impact protection structures
Head Unit:
Standard AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with auxiliary input
Speaker System:
6-speaker system
Optional Upgrades:
Subwoofer, Bluetooth, navigation (dealer-installed options)
Usb Port:
Optional (depending on trim and head unit)
Bluetooth:
Optional (depending on trim and head unit)
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (under severe driving conditions)
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Timing Belt Replacement:
N/A (Uses timing chain)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Power Steering Fluid Type:
Subaru ATF-HP or equivalent DEXRON-III (check manual for specific recommendations)
Transfer Case Fluid Type:
Subaru Differential Fluid-GX or equivalent API GL-5, SAE 75W-90
Rear Differential Fluid Type:
Subaru Differential Fluid-GX or equivalent API GL-5, SAE 75W-90
Piston Ring Land Failure:
Potential for piston ring land breakage under heavy load or detonation (common in heavily modified engines)
Clutch Wear:
Can be prone to premature wear with aggressive driving
Water Pump Leaks:
Occasional leaks from the water pump seal
Alternator Failure:
Some reports of early alternator failure
Rally Connection:
Subaru's long-standing success in the World Rally Championship (WRC)
Generation:
Third Generation (2008-2014) - GR/GV (Hatchback/Sedan)
Styling Change:
Introduction of hatchback body style, revised front-end styling for 2011 facelift
Manufacturing Location:
Ota City, Gunma Prefecture, Japan
Production Years Sti Ge Gh Gr Gv:
2008-2014
