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{{Infobox company
{{Infobox company
| name = Subaru Tecnica International
| name = Subaru Tecnica International
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| logo = Subaru Tecnica International (logo).png
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| foundation = April 2, 1988
| foundation = April 2, 1988
| founder = Ryuichiro Kuze
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| location_city = [[Osawa]], [[Mitaka, Tokyo]]
| founder = Ryuichiro Kuze
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| location_country = Japan
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| location_city = [[Osawa]], [[Mitaka, Tokyo]]
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| key_people = Yoshio Hirakawa<br>Masahiro Maeda<br>Hiroshi Mori<br>Koji Mitsuno
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| key_people = Yoshio Hirakawa<br>Masahiro Maeda<br>Hiroshi Mori<br>Koji Mitsuno
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| homepage = {{URL|http://www.sti.jp/}}
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[[File:04-05 Subaru WRX STi 2.jpg|thumb|2004 model STI]]
[[File:04-05 Subaru WRX STi 2.jpg|thumb|2004 model STI]]
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==History==
==History==


Subaru Tecnica International Inc. was established in 1988 by [[Fuji Heavy Industries]] to overtake all Subaru’s motorsport activities and participate in rally championships.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.subaru-global.com/ourstory/heritage.html|title=Heritage {{!}} Our Story {{!}} SUBARU|website=www.subaru-global.com|language=en|access-date=2017-04-13}}</ref> Subaru’s first performance model was the Subaru Legacy Turbo, which featured a 2 liter turbo engine producing 240 horsepower mated to a five speed gearbox and weighing just over 2,600 pounds.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref> The vehicle had a top speed of 155 miles per hour, which was considered ‘’Extremely powerful’’ at the time.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref>
Subaru Tecnica International Inc. was established in 1988 by [[Fuji Heavy Industries]] to overtake all Subaru’s motorsport activities and participate in rally championships.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.subaru-global.com/ourstory/heritage.html|title=Heritage {{!}} Our Story {{!}} SUBARU|website=www.subaru-global.com|language=en|access-date=2017-04-13}}</ref> Subaru’s first performance model was the Subaru Legacy Turbo, which featured a 2 liter turbo engine producing 240 horsepower mated to a five speed gearbox and weighing just over 2,600 pounds.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}} The vehicle had a top speed of 155 miles per hour, which was considered ‘’Extremely powerful’’ at the time.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}


In 1992, with its rally competitors increasingly shifting towards smaller and lighter chassis, Subaru introduced the smaller [[Subaru Impreza|Impreza]] WRX, immediately achieving a podium on its debut on the 1993 [[1000 Lakes Rally]].<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref> To jumpstart its early rally efforts, and to develop the Impreza into a competitive rally car, Subaru teamed up with preparatory firm and British motorsports company [[Prodrive]], in 1989.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref>
In 1992, with its rally competitors increasingly shifting towards smaller and lighter chassis, Subaru introduced the smaller [[Subaru Impreza|Impreza]] WRX, immediately achieving a podium on its debut on the 1993 [[1000 Lakes Rally]].{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}} To jumpstart its early rally efforts, and to develop the Impreza into a competitive rally car, Subaru teamed up with preparatory firm and British motorsports company [[Prodrive]], in 1989.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}


In 1994, Subaru replaced the WRX with the Impreza 555 rally car.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.topspeed.com/cars/subaru/2018-subaru-wrx-sti-ar172865.html|title=2018 Subaru WRX STI|website=Top Speed|language=en|access-date=2017-04-13}}</ref> The Impreza 555, eventually renamed ’’STI,’” featured a 2.0 litre intercooled turbocharged engine with 250 horsepower, upgraded suspension that could take on more aggressive potholes and jumps, as well as a short shifting transmission which made switching gears more accessible and quicker. Each year between 1995 and 1997, the STI gave Subaru the Constructor's Championship in the World Rally Championship.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.topspeed.com/racing/wrc/wrc-cars/subaru-wrc-history-ar45036.html|title=Subaru WRC History|website=Top Speed|language=en|access-date=2017-04-13}}</ref>
In 1994, Subaru replaced the WRX with the Impreza 555 rally car.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.topspeed.com/cars/subaru/2018-subaru-wrx-sti-ar172865.html|title=2018 Subaru WRX STI|website=Top Speed|language=en|access-date=2017-04-13}}</ref> The Impreza 555, eventually renamed ’’STI,’” featured a 2.0 litre intercooled turbocharged engine with 250 horsepower, upgraded suspension that could take on more aggressive potholes and jumps, as well as a short shifting transmission which made switching gears more accessible and quicker. Each year between 1995 and 1997, the STI gave Subaru the Constructor's Championship in the World Rally Championship.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.topspeed.com/racing/wrc/wrc-cars/subaru-wrc-history-ar45036.html|title=Subaru WRC History|website=Top Speed|language=en|access-date=2017-04-13}}</ref>
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==Subaru models with STI trim==
==Subaru models with STI trim==


STI versions of the [[Subaru Impreza|Impreza]], [[Subaru Forester|Forester]] and the [[Subaru Legacy|Legacy]] have been marketed as limited edition vehicles in certain markets. STI also designs upgraded parts, mostly [[Suspension (vehicle)|suspension]] related, for use on other Subaru vehicles.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref>
STI versions of the [[Subaru Impreza|Impreza]], [[Subaru Forester|Forester]] and the [[Subaru Legacy|Legacy]] have been marketed as limited edition vehicles in certain markets. STI also designs upgraded parts, mostly [[Suspension (vehicle)|suspension]] related, for use on other Subaru vehicles.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}


The [[Subaru Impreza WRX]] and the [[Subaru Legacy]] B4 both come in high performance STI editions (formerly capitalized "STi" before the 2006 model year), designed by STI. The STI offers many advantages over the WRX, such as a six-speed manual transmission (different than the 2015+ WRX 6MT) with a helical (Suretrac in '04 models) limited slip front differential, driver controlled center differential(DCCD), IHI VF39 turbocharger (VF43 in 2007, VF48 from 2008 on), [[BBS Kraftfahrzeugtechnik|BBS]] lightweight alloy wheels, a mechanical rear limited slip differential and [[Brembo]] brakes. The WRX STI has [[Recaro]] style bucket seats and a [[Momo (company)|MOMO]] steering wheel.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref>
The [[Subaru Impreza WRX]] and the [[Subaru Legacy]] B4 both come in high performance STI editions (formerly capitalized "STi" before the 2006 model year), designed by STI. The STI offers many advantages over the WRX, such as a six-speed manual transmission (different than the 2015+ WRX 6MT) with a helical (Suretrac in '04 models) limited slip front differential, driver controlled center differential(DCCD), IHI VF39 turbocharger (VF43 in 2007, VF48 from 2008 on), [[BBS Kraftfahrzeugtechnik|BBS]] lightweight alloy wheels, a mechanical rear limited slip differential and [[Brembo]] brakes. The WRX STI has [[Recaro]] style bucket seats and a [[Momo (company)|MOMO]] steering wheel.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}


The WRX STI was the first and so far only STI vehicle made available to North American consumers. While the WRX was first released for the North American market in 2001 for the 2002 model year, the limited production Impreza WRX STI sedan with 300&nbsp;hp and 310 foot pounds of torque did not hit the market until 2004, with a base price tag between $35,000-$40,000.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref>
The WRX STI was the first and so far only STI vehicle made available to North American consumers. While the WRX was first released for the North American market in 2001 for the 2002 model year, the limited production Impreza WRX STI sedan with 300&nbsp;hp and 310 foot pounds of torque did not hit the market until 2004, with a base price tag between $35,000-$40,000.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}


STI also released Legacys kitted out in full STI trim.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref> These are rare and sought after by Subaru enthusiasts. They were only released new in Japan (JDM) and [[New Zealand]] (NZDM). In 2016 an STI kit was built for the redesigned Crosstrek models which included STI branded wheels, hatchback spoiler, and shift knobs for both automatic and manual variants.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref>
STI also released Legacys kitted out in full STI trim.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}} These are rare and sought after by Subaru enthusiasts. They were only released new in Japan (JDM) and [[New Zealand]] (NZDM). In 2016 an STI kit was built for the redesigned Crosstrek models which included STI branded wheels, hatchback spoiler, and shift knobs for both automatic and manual variants.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}


Some Subaru enthusiasts have requested that the manufacturer install the STI engine in the BRZ to provide extra power,<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref> but there is concern that a more powerful BRZ would compete directly with the WRX.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref> Drawings of a BRZ STI exist online and concepts have been shown at auto shows, but Subaru has yet to release an official statement.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}</ref>
Some Subaru enthusiasts have requested that the manufacturer install the STI engine in the BRZ to provide extra power,{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}} but there is concern that a more powerful BRZ would compete directly with the WRX.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}} Drawings of a BRZ STI exist online and concepts have been shown at auto shows, but Subaru has yet to release an official statement.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 23:39, 2 July 2020

Subaru Tecnica International
Company typePublic
IndustryAutomotive
FoundedApril 2, 1988
FounderRyuichiro Kuze
Headquarters
Osawa, Mitaka, Tokyo
,
Japan
Key people
Yoshio Hirakawa
Masahiro Maeda
Hiroshi Mori
Koji Mitsuno
OwnerSubaru Corporation
ParentSubaru
Websitewww.sti.jp
2004 model STI

Subaru Tecnica International (スバルテクニカインターナショナル株式会社, Subaru Tekunika Intānashonaru Kabushiki-gaisha),[1] or STI (prior to 2006, STi), is Subaru Corporation's motorsports division. STI, along with Prodrive of the UK, specialized in the preparation of a variety of vehicles for the Subaru World Rally Team which competed in the World Rally Championship (WRC). It was founded in 1988 by Subaru Corporation (then known as Fuji Heavy Industries), the parent company of Subaru, to promote the company's performance-oriented identity.

History

Subaru Tecnica International Inc. was established in 1988 by Fuji Heavy Industries to overtake all Subaru’s motorsport activities and participate in rally championships.[2] Subaru’s first performance model was the Subaru Legacy Turbo, which featured a 2 liter turbo engine producing 240 horsepower mated to a five speed gearbox and weighing just over 2,600 pounds.[citation needed] The vehicle had a top speed of 155 miles per hour, which was considered ‘’Extremely powerful’’ at the time.[citation needed]

In 1992, with its rally competitors increasingly shifting towards smaller and lighter chassis, Subaru introduced the smaller Impreza WRX, immediately achieving a podium on its debut on the 1993 1000 Lakes Rally.[citation needed] To jumpstart its early rally efforts, and to develop the Impreza into a competitive rally car, Subaru teamed up with preparatory firm and British motorsports company Prodrive, in 1989.[citation needed]

In 1994, Subaru replaced the WRX with the Impreza 555 rally car.[3] The Impreza 555, eventually renamed ’’STI,’” featured a 2.0 litre intercooled turbocharged engine with 250 horsepower, upgraded suspension that could take on more aggressive potholes and jumps, as well as a short shifting transmission which made switching gears more accessible and quicker. Each year between 1995 and 1997, the STI gave Subaru the Constructor's Championship in the World Rally Championship.[4]

Subaru models with STI trim

STI versions of the Impreza, Forester and the Legacy have been marketed as limited edition vehicles in certain markets. STI also designs upgraded parts, mostly suspension related, for use on other Subaru vehicles.[citation needed]

The Subaru Impreza WRX and the Subaru Legacy B4 both come in high performance STI editions (formerly capitalized "STi" before the 2006 model year), designed by STI. The STI offers many advantages over the WRX, such as a six-speed manual transmission (different than the 2015+ WRX 6MT) with a helical (Suretrac in '04 models) limited slip front differential, driver controlled center differential(DCCD), IHI VF39 turbocharger (VF43 in 2007, VF48 from 2008 on), BBS lightweight alloy wheels, a mechanical rear limited slip differential and Brembo brakes. The WRX STI has Recaro style bucket seats and a MOMO steering wheel.[citation needed]

The WRX STI was the first and so far only STI vehicle made available to North American consumers. While the WRX was first released for the North American market in 2001 for the 2002 model year, the limited production Impreza WRX STI sedan with 300 hp and 310 foot pounds of torque did not hit the market until 2004, with a base price tag between $35,000-$40,000.[citation needed]

STI also released Legacys kitted out in full STI trim.[citation needed] These are rare and sought after by Subaru enthusiasts. They were only released new in Japan (JDM) and New Zealand (NZDM). In 2016 an STI kit was built for the redesigned Crosstrek models which included STI branded wheels, hatchback spoiler, and shift knobs for both automatic and manual variants.[citation needed]

Some Subaru enthusiasts have requested that the manufacturer install the STI engine in the BRZ to provide extra power,[citation needed] but there is concern that a more powerful BRZ would compete directly with the WRX.[citation needed] Drawings of a BRZ STI exist online and concepts have been shown at auto shows, but Subaru has yet to release an official statement.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ "The History of Subaru". GearHeads.org. 2012-05-21. Retrieved 2017-04-25.
  2. ^ "Heritage | Our Story | SUBARU". www.subaru-global.com. Retrieved 2017-04-13.
  3. ^ "2018 Subaru WRX STI". Top Speed. Retrieved 2017-04-13.
  4. ^ "Subaru WRC History". Top Speed. Retrieved 2017-04-13.


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