Subaru UK putting an end to WRX STI sales
Latest model of legendary nameplate receives swansong ‘Final Edition’
Subaru is dropping the WRX STI from its current sales line-up in the United Kingdom.
A spokesperson for the UK arm of the Japanese manufacturer said in a statement to Press Association: “This is a swansong for the UK. Subaru isn’t stopping the sale of the WRX STI globally, but Subaru UK is.”
The current generation of the nameplate is receiving a final version in the form of the WRX STI Final Edition.
Limited to 150 units, the Final Edition retains the 2.5-litre, turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engine from the standard car that produces 296bhp and 407Nm of torque — resulting in a 0-60mph time of 5 seconds and a top speed of 158mph.
New exterior additions include 19-inch alloy wheels housing larger Brembo brakes coupled with yellow brake callipers, as well as a re-profiled front bumper.
Inside the car, there’s now heated seats as standard, a 5.9-inch multifunction display on the dashboard and an upgraded infotainment system, including DAB radio and a reverse parking camera.
Available to order now, the Subaru WRX STI Final Edition starts at £33,995.
Subaru has not confirmed if a new WRX STI will be produced in the future and if not, it will be the end of a model line that extends back to 1994, when the nameplate was added to the Impreza line-up — creating a range-topping, rally-inspired model.
