LA Show: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi Starts At $34,995

If you take out a handful of global premiers like the Audi Cross Cabriolet and the Hyundai Genesis Coupe, this year’s LA Show was more like the North American Premiere & Price Announcements Show… Anyway, continuing our price briefing today, Subaru announced pricing on the 2008 Impreza WRX STI that’s powered in the U.S. by a turbocharged 2.5-liter boxer engine delivering 305 Hp. The STI will start at $34,995 (€23,900) and begin arriving in Subaru showrooms in early January. -Details after the jump

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Pricing

Model-Total MSRP

STI-$35,640

STI BBS Package-$37,640

STI BBS/Navigation Package-$39,440

Prices, specifications, options, features, and models subject to change without notice. Retail prices shown are suggested prices only and do not include licenses and state or local taxes. Pre-delivery services are included. Destination & Delivery includes handling and inland freight charges to the dealer's location, and may vary in the following states: CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, and VT. Destination & Delivery to dealers in Alaska is $795.

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI

Standard Equipment

Performance

· 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Boxer engine, intercooled/turbocharged: 305 horsepower, 290 lb.-ft. peak torque

· 6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter

· 18x8.5-in. cast aluminum-alloy (optional BBS® forged-alloy)

· 245/40R18 93W Dunlop SP Sport 600 summer tires

· Brembo® Performance Brake System with 4-piston front calipers, twin-piston rear calipers, 4-channel /

4-sensor Super Sport Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

· Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD) featuring three automatic

modes and manual mode with six driver-selectable differential locking settings

· Engine oil cooler

· Helical-type limited-slip front differential and TORSEN® limited-slip rear differential

· High-performance STI-tuned suspension -- front suspension with inverted struts and forged aluminum

lower A-arms; double-wishbone rear suspension

· High-tension steel reinforcements at key structural and suspension mounting points

· Multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)

· Quick-ratio rack-and-pinion steering with engine-speed-sensing variable power assist and power steering oil cooler

Safety & Security

· 3-point seatbelts for all seats; front seatbelts with electrically triggered pre-tensioners and force limiters

and height-adjustable shoulder belt anchors

· 4-channel/4-sensor Super Sport Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

· 5-mph impact-absorbing bumpers

· Brake Assist

· Daytime running lights (DRL)

· Engine immobilizer

· Front seat side impact air bags, side-curtain air bags and Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System

(SRS)*

· Incline Start Assist

· LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) uniform child restraint anchorage system

· Security system

· Rear seat headrests, height-adjustable (all positions)

· Remote keyless entry system

· Ring-Shaped Frame Reinforcement body structure with front and rear crumple zones

· Safety pedal system

· Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Design & Functional/Exterior

· Wide-body design with, side ground effects moldings, STI design front and rear bumpers

· Aluminum hood with functional air scoop for intercooler

· Body-color door handles

· Body-color foldable side mirrors

· Clear rear light lenses

· Fog light insert covers (fog lights with optional BBS Package)

· Front lip spoiler

· Functional front brake-cooling air scoops

· Functional side fender engine compartment-cooling air vents

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· Gas-damper hood supports

· Green-tinted glass

· High-intensity discharge (HID) low beam headlights

· Rear gate spoiler with LED high-mount stop lamp

· Rear roof-mounted antenna

· Right and left side dual tailpipes

Comfort & Convenience

· 12v power outlets: one in front and one in rear of center console

· 24-hour roadside assistance for vehicle limited warranty period

· 3-spoke leather-wrapped STI steering wheel with buttons for cruise control and audio system

· 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback

· Aluminum-alloy pedal covers with rubber grips

· AM/FM premium stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and 10 speakers, MP3/WMA capability,

Satellite Radio Capability, Radio Broadcasting Data System and auxiliary audio input jack

· Automatic climate control system with cabin air filtration

· Bottle holders integrated into door panels

· Cargo area cover

· Cargo area light

· Cargo area tie-down hooks

· Carpeted floor mats

· Chrome interior door handles

· Cruise control

· Cup holders, front: dual in center console

· Dash storage pocket

· Digital clock

· Digital dual-mode trip odometer

· Digital outside temperature gauge

· Dome light with off-delay

· Driver’s footrest

· Dual visor vanity mirrors with sliding lids

· Electroluminescent instrument panel gauges

· Front storage tray with LED illumination

· Graphite Gray Alcantara® upholstery with Carbon Black leather-trimmed bolsters

· Headlights/parking lights automatic-off with ignition switch

· Height-adjustable driver’s seat with pump-type lever

· Illuminated ignition switch ring

· Illuminating STI logo in center console

· Leather-wrapped shift knob and parking brake handle

· Lockable, LED-illuminated glove box

· Passenger assist grips (4)

· Performance-design front seats with integral head restraints

· Power door locks

· Power side mirrors

· Power windows with driver’s auto-down

· Pre-wired for fog lights (fog lights standard with optional BBS Package)

· Pre-wired for XM or SIRIUS Satellite Radio

· Rear seat heater duct outlets (4)

· Rear window defroster with timer

· Rear window wiper with washer

Remote fuel door release

Seatback pocket on front passenger seat

Tilt and telescoping steering wheel

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Windshield wipers, variable intermittent

Options

18x8.5-in. BBS forged-alloy wheels (silver or gold color)