After we saw the Hennessey Genesis Carbon Coupe and the 2010 Yenko Camaro, we have another vehicle which will be showcased next week at the SEMA Show: the 2010 Subaru WRX STI by SPT!

The new vehicle comes with a stock drivetrain which means that we have a 2.5 liter DOHC, 16 valve, turbocharged and intercooled 4-cylinder Subaru Boxer engine with Dual Active Valve Control System connected to a 6-speed close ratio manual transmission and to the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD), limited slip helical front differential and TORSEN rear differential. While the engine remains stock a new SPT exhaust system was installed to add an extra 10 hp, which means that the vehicle carries now a total output of 315 hp @ 6,000 rpm while peak torque remains stock at 290 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm. Continued after the jump!

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Subaru officially debuted its latest creation at the Tokyo Motor Show – the Impreza WRX STi Carbon. The new sport hatchback, which is based on the A-Line model, has a roof made of carbonfiber, giving the car better hp/weight ratio and lowering the center of gravity. In turn, this leads to better traction and handling.

In addition, Subaru updated the interior by using more luxurious materials thus upping the comfort level of passengers. Another feature that makes the new Impreza WRX STi Carbon stand out is the 5-speed automatic gearbox, which is a precedent for the WRX STi models. There may be hardcore fans who wouldn’t appreciate the changes but the company is well aware of that and counters that it seeks to provide a higher degree of comfort for its customers. Two engines are available in the option list for Subaru Impreza WRX STi Carbon: a 2.0-litre turbo with 308hp and 422Nm of torque and a 2.5-litre turbo with 300hp and maximum torque of 407Nm. The new Subaru WRX STi Carbon will be unveiled for the audience on October 24. Pricing will be announced later this year. Photos after the jump!

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Besides the Hybrid Tourer Concept, Subaru will also reveal at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show the Impreza STI WRX Carbon. As the name suggests it, the new car features the use of carbon material in the roof to achieve both a significant weight reduction and a lower center of gravity.

The new car is based on the Subaru Impreza WRX STI A-Line model with 5 speed automatic transmission that offers distinctive driving performance to a wider range of customers. Inside we find the seats and dash covered in suede in order to enhance driving excitement and pride of ownership. More details to be revealed when the car will be officially unveiled! Photo gallery after the jump!

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Subaru revealed today a vehicle we all waited: Impreza WRX STI spec C! The new vehicle, which is available in two exclusive colors Sunrise Yellow and Pure White , is based on the standard Impreza WRX STI and features enhanced engine and chassis performance but also a lighter body on the premise of driving in motor sports.

Under the hood, the vehicle comes with the impressive horizontally-opposed 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve turbocharged engine capable to develop 308 hp @ 6,400 rpm and 442 Nm of torque. Inside we find the Recaro sport buckets which come as an option to the models with 18-inches alloy wheels. More technical details and photos after the jump!

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Ings, the Japanese tuning firm and producer of bespoke aero parts, has unwrapped a bodykit for the current generation Subaru Impreza WRX STI. The current kit is part of its N-SPEC lineup of bodykits, which comprises a kit planned categorically for use in the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X. Apart from tuning cars, Ings is also taking part in the Japanese Super Taikyu racing competition, and the N-SPEC lineup of bodykits are patterned from the race vehicles employed in the contest.

The Impreza WRX STI kit comprises a bespoke front bumper made to match a new grill providing the vehicle a more robust look while heightening downforce. Individualized front canards go with these alterations, while bespoke sideskirts and a fresh rear bumper can also be seen on the ings-readied Impreza WRX STI. Also available are fog lamp attachment and cover to go with the OEM fog lights on the hatch. The individualized front bumper, sideskirts and rear bumper are all offered optionally in fiberglass or a ‘hybrid aero’ fiberglass material. Hybrid aero fiberglass keeps the affirmative attributes of typical fiberglass, counting lightness and toughness, as well as adopting characteristics like elasticity and robustness generally connected with materials such as urethane or plastic. In the meantime, the front canards and the bespoke front grill are offered in both lightweight carbon-fiber and the least expensive fiberglass. Individual piece of the kit can be purchased singly, but the bespoke front bumper, side skirts and rear bumper can be purchased as a three-in-one aero pack from Ings. The kit in fiberglass costs $2,082 and the hybrid aero fiberglass costs $2,414. Photo gallery after the jump!

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Litchfield Imports has unveiled its latest Type 20 Impreza, its fastest version yet. The company has already created a tough reputation with preceding generations of tuned Subarus, and the new Type 20 utilizes the smaller 2.0-litre petrol engine fitted to Japanese-market Imprezas. It’s equipped with a dual-scroll turbocharger, Milltek exhaust and custom induction kit.

Litchfield has also adjusted the ECU to enhance effeciency and claims to have improved the Impreza’s handling with a different power steering system and revised chassis set-up. The result is an Impreza generating 400 hp - an addition of 70 hp against the fastest official Impreza, the 2.5 WRX STI 330S. Maximum torque has also been improved; the Type 20 offers 507 Nm at 3,500 rpm. More details and photos after the jump!

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It is quite unbelievable, but the Subaru Impreza WRX STI has been with us in one form or another for two decades already. However, a special edition celebrating that fact was released today in Japan. Limited only to 300 cars, the Subaru will present a wide-range of modifications above and beyond the standard STI together with extraordinary badging and other exceptional touches.

The main upgrade has to do with the car’s handling. Special coilover dampers that provide a more rigid ride and faster transitions give the 20th Anniversary STI more bite, and a choice of color finish and 18inch cast aluminum wheels give the Subaru an unique and interesting appearance. A black lip spoiler gives a subtle but enhanced aggression to the front end, a black rear spoiler provides a useful bit of downforce, and special badging and door-sill plates substantiate that this is truly a special Subaru variant.

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