The 2006 Impreza due to debut in August will have the new facelift with the Alpha grill, those who have seen actual photos from Subaru say it rather resembles some of the photochops that have been floating around.

The WRX will have the 2.5l engine and be similar to the Forester XT setup. It's only getting 3 more horsepower however that same engine propells the Forester XT to high 13s in the 1/4 mile so the new WRX should be good for at least that and the 230hp is underrated on the XT.

There is also a confirmed rumor that there will be a TR model of the WRX which stands for Tuner Ready. It will have the old STi 4 pot brakes as well as some other little upgrades.

The guys that have seen the new front say this is the closet chop they've seen to the real deal.

Doesn't look too bad. Anyone else think that chop looks like a Evo in the front nose area?

That stinks that it'll only be "rated" at 3 more hp. I was expecting to hear more like 10-15.

Ike--they had an official pic/drawing of the car from Subaru in the latest round of pics. If I can find which mag. its in I'll scan it and post--but that pic above is about 97% on target. The actual front is a little less pronounced as that but it is the same basic front end. Would I buy one now--not personally--but it looks very good and of course the performance is on par. I'm starting to move away from the 'boy-racer' esque cars--otherwise I'd be all over EVO's and WRXs.

Doesn't look too bad. Anyone else think that chop looks like a Evo in the front nose area?

That stinks that it'll only be "rated" at 3 more hp. I was expecting to hear more like 10-15.

Who cares what it's rated at, it will be a good bit faster, will have a good amount more WHP and torque, and will also be very easy and cheap to upgrade to the 300whp range.

Ike--they had an official pic/drawing of the car from Subaru in the latest round of pics. If I can find which mag. its in I'll scan it and post--but that pic above is about 97% on target. The actual front is a little less pronounced as that but it is the same basic front end. Would I buy one now--not personally--but it looks very good and of course the performance is on par. I'm starting to move away from the 'boy-racer' esque cars--otherwise I'd be all over EVO's and WRXs.

None of those have been official even though tons of mags have posted chops and drawings none of them came from Subaru not have they ever been confirmed one way or another.

i like that new face. A HUGE improvement over the 2003 (and older) models in my opinion. Not quite as aggressive as i thought it was going to be. Must have seen a different photoshop.

There is also a confirmed rumor that there will be a TR model of the WRX which stands for Tuner Ready. It will have the old STi 4 pot brakes as well as some other little upgrades.

So the TR model will basically be a stop-gap between the base WRX and the STI? A cheaper version for people who would like STI or greater performance at a later date?

i like that new face. A HUGE improvement over the 2003 (and older) models in my opinion. Not quite as aggressive as i thought it was going to be. Must have seen a different photoshop.

You should hear the Subaru guys whining about it, most hate it :p I swear if it were up to the Impreza guys the car would still look the same way it did two generations ago... I'm undecided on what I think, I'll reserve judgement for when there are official pics and I see it in person, but it is growing on me.

So the TR model will basically be a stop-gap between the base WRX and the STI? A cheaper version for people who would like STI or greater performance at a later date?

Sorta, word is it's going to be somewhere between the two in pricing with engine output being the same but some handling breaking and aethetic enhancements. Word is the TR will have leather as well which doesn't make a whole lot os sense to me. The details on this car are still kinda fuzzy.

that shit looks mean!

My first impression on the front nose is YuK!.

However, I need to see it in preson to give final judgement. Some things just don't translate well into pictures

It looks decent, a slight upgrade from how the current WRX looks. The new engine sounds like great news. They should sell a gutted versions of both the WRX and STi though. Is there any news for the new weight Ike? It sounds like a great buy if they make it weigh in less than the old WRXs too.

I agree with you, Ike. That's why I had "rated" in quotation marks. I guess I just never understood the modesty of some manufacturers, or over zealous nature of others.

The chop looks cool, very euro. I might be driving a scooby one day if I ever make any money.

Not my cup of tea, but it is definately different. IMO the current Impreza's front end looks 10x better. Maybe it will grow on me later like the bug eyed Impreza.

The 2006 Impreza due to debut in August will have the new facelift with the Alpha grill

Do you mean Alfa, as in Alfa Romeo? An upside-down Alfa grill like the Tribeca?

If so, and if it's anything like the pic in this thread, then GAG!!! That grill and that front end is absolutely grotesque (as is the Tribeca front end). It makes me reminisce fondly about the bug-eye Impreza! :p Subaru can make a good looking car (the current Legacy is a perfect example), but the last two Imprezas, and the Tribeca and that future Impreza, are absolutely repugnant.

Regards,
Gordon

EEEWWW

I don't like subaru's new front end designs at all. I saw a B9 Tribeca a few weeks ago (I dunno if they're out yet, but it could be an early model because there's a gigantic Subaru office building nearby) That thing was ugly as sin.

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I agree with gord...I like the current legacy a lot. Even kinda like the current WRX. But everything else is remarkably boring or ugly

A little too much going on in the Front. Atleast its better looking than the EVO(Which isnt saying much, lol). But its still tears ass on the road! :-)

I like the front, but the hoodscoop(and of course the wing) has always detracted from its looks .

Sorta, word is it's going to be somewhere between the two in pricing with engine output being the same but some handling breaking and aethetic enhancements. Word is the TR will have leather as well which doesn't make a whole lot os sense to me. The details on this car are still kinda fuzzy.
It almost sounds like the TR will be to the STi what the RS is to the Evo...except with leather? :confused:

Looks like we have a legit photo... I really like it and didn't think I would. Aslo new rumors have surfaced and seem pretty legit. There will be a Legacy GT Spec B and also a Forester STi available in limited quantities. Another rumor that the STi will have 387hp is floating around but that one seems bogus.

Looks like we have a legit photo... I really like it and didn't think I would. Aslo new rumors have surfaced and seem pretty legit. There will be a Legacy GT Spec B and also a Forester STi available in limited quantities. Another rumor that the STi will have 387hp is floating around but that one seems bogus.
That pic looks MUCH better than some of the early chops I saw.
Not bad at all.

More...

http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51560&stc=1

Hideous

Even with the new looks, its performance still outshines it's design.

Why do the headlights remind me of a Pontiac Sunfire? I've always liked the look of the Imprezas but not this one. I guess it will take some time to grow on me...a LOT of time.
http://www.edmunds.com/media/reviews/top10/05.least.expensive.vehicles/05.pontiac.sunfire.500.jpg http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51553

As if one spoiler wasn't enough, they have two... notice the one on the back window

I kind of like the pictures of the silver Imprezza (non-STi). But it would look better with the snout in the middle deleted.

As if one spoiler wasn't enough, they have two... notice the one on the back window
it only has one spoiler, and one wing. If they can back that decision up with some numbers, I can dig it.

Meh...it's going to be fast that's for sure, but the looks still leave something to be desired...like a RX8, LOL...I'm just give you a taste of your own medicine...LOL, just messing with you...

Why not take the car to another level regarding looks? I know it's safe to evolve but I like revolutionary changes to be honest.

They're going for that retro-thing, but they unfortunately chose to bring back the Edsel with it's toilet seat grill. The thing between the headlights is a handy urinal, complete with minty smelling Subaru emblem.

Always the innovators...

The photos look much better than the chops. I'm not certain about the "nose" portion. Perhaps if they made the front grill continuous it would be a bit more attractive. Nevertheless, it's going to be some good driving in it.

How many times are they going to hit that car with the ugly stick?

The Legacy is so nice(For now), WTF?

I agree, still ugly. The Legacy.... now that's a nice looking car so I know Subaru can do it.

I like the headlights on the new one, but Subaru has to learn that good performance is not an excuse for making ugly looking cars.

I still think its an ungainly looking car-like the current one--but I still like em--go figure.

http://www.suzukiauto.com/sr_05/forenza/gallery/exterior/views/car-red.jpg

just saw a commercial for this car..... weird.....

http://www.suzukiauto.com/sr_05/forenza/gallery/exterior/views/car-red.jpg

just saw a commercial for this car..... weird.....


isn't that a suzuki?

isn't that a suzuki?

yes ;) sadly enough

Hmmm, so, who cares, it's still ugly, and everytime I see any sub driving down I think they look like they are cheaply made, same goes for evo, who cares how fast it is. The only thing this will impress are the teenage boys, and the stuck up car critics, which is fine if you are into an alternative lifestyle. I personally wouldn't care if it put 400 to the wheels, I still wouldn't drive it.

yeah, who's stuck up?

what is with car designers these days?......BMW, Audi and Subaru have gone out of their way to make the front of their cars fugly :(

Hey now, Subaru only made a few cars fugly. And BMW did the whole thing with the ugly stick, not just the front.

Hey now, Subaru only made a few cars fugly. And BMW did the whole thing with the ugly stick, not just the front.

true

ew

so what do u all think of the new sti with the alfa grill? i use to not like it.... and thought it was ugly.... but the more i look at it the more it grew on me.... right now... what i'm thinking is put an aftermarket grill and a hood so the hump is gone... that would look nice....

pics
http://bbs.subiesport.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=162

link fixed

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wth.... i did search for STi.... nothing about the new STi came up..... sorry about this repost...

besides the link you posted doesn't even work.

Personally, I really love the looks of that car. Very awesome. The new front end has history and meaning behind it and I like that.

The new design is certainly growing on me, if it outperforms the current WRX I may trade in this year rather than waiting a year for the STi.

Looks like it got punched in the face by an ape...

Whatever floats your boat, I guess.

anyone no the new specs of this new sti? and waht about the romoured flat6 twin scroll turbo?

I dont like the grill but the looks of the new hood are much better than the current one.

I kinda like the headlights but I'll definately take the legacy instead.

The new regular WRX looks like a Civic coupe (with 4 doors, if that makes any sense). I was pretty indifferent about the previous design, but I'm not a big fan of this redesign. Change up that grill and I think it might look alright.

The Legacy is so nice(For now), WTF?

Ohhh yes, the Legacy is a VERY nice looking car. If it was cheaper and I lived some place with snow...I would have gotten it. Very nice!

Ohhh yes, the Legacy is a VERY nice looking car. If it was cheaper and I lived some place with snow...I would have gotten it. Very nice!

I drove the Legacy when I was looking at cars (I originally wanted to check out the STI). They have done a real nice job with it. The interior is very upscale and the ride is perfect. There was no shortage of power either.... the car was relatively nimble for a sedan.

And the looks.... they need to put those designers on the wrx, FAST

some wallpapers

not my cup of tea...... for sure great performance but terrible looks !

Saw one today at a Subaru dealership that I passed on my way to the doctor. I have to say... it looks sweeeet.

I say check it out in person before passing judgement.

that rear window spoiler is completely ridiculous. i guess it's functional though.

Darth would certainly be pleased with this car. ;)
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51151
http://www.dressingupboxonline.co.uk/images/new-template/2005-april/darth-vader-mask.jpg

haha, that's too funny man. I want to see the car in black now, or vader with a wing on his head.

is the new WRX out yet?

the only thing i can confirm is that its ugly as hell.

and how the heck is there not official pictures swarming all over the net(this one being a "close" photochop) when the car is already out in production?(according to japan 8) ive only been able to find a few besides the ones linked in this thread

this upside down alfa romero/toilet seat grill going on with the b9 tribeca and the impreza hasnt grown on me. its just too grotesque. they should have modelled all of their cars after their flagship Legacy, now that is one hell of a good looking sedan, especially the b4 GT

i much prefer the current one and the gc8 impreza, the bug eye impreza is ugly and this one is the worst.

if the grill flowed better so its cleaner like the legacy it might look much better to me.

The new design is certainly growing on me, if it outperforms the current WRX I may trade in this year rather than waiting a year for the STi.

if you get the sti change your username to IkeSTi :D

probably better to trade this year though as next year you'll probably get a lot less return on your trade in so you'll be shelling out even more money for that shiny new scooby.

the only thing i can confirm is that its ugly as hell.

and how the heck is there not official pictures swarming all over the net(this one being a "close" photochop) when the car is already out in production?(according to japan 8) ive only been able to find a few besides the ones linked in this thread

this upside down alfa romero/toilet seat grill going on with the b9 tribeca and the impreza hasnt grown on me. its just too grotesque. they should have modelled all of their cars after their flagship Legacy, now that is one hell of a good looking sedan, especially the b4 GT

i much prefer the current one and the gc8 impreza, the bug eye impreza is ugly and this one is the worst.

if the grill flowed better so its cleaner like the legacy it might look much better to me.

There are tons of official photos out, some in this thread, you just don't know where to look...

http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54026&stc=1

http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54027&stc=1

http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54028&stc=1

that looks sick!
the roof flap is interesting.
Red...drooool. That is one thing I felt the STi was missing, RED!!

http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54029&stc=1
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54031&stc=1
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54030&stc=1
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54032&stc=1 :cool:

You can't argue about taste, but I'd rather buy a Evo IX.

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2005_new_york/0503_mitsubishi_evo_ix_03.jpg

beautiful! Much better IMO.

What's that cappy on the roof? Is this the version without airconditioning?

http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54028&stc=1

hmm yeah what is that

i think it looks a bit better as some people have said, got the latest issue of Car and Driver today and theres a small blip on it. It says the sti remains unchanged underneath the new skin though. (Not refuting claims about other models, TR, etc...)

Darth would certainly be pleased with this car. ;)
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51151
http://www.dressingupboxonline.co.uk/images/new-template/2005-april/darth-vader-mask.jpg



Now that is funny! :D

also, does anyone know if the WRX is getting the same nose treatment as the STi and if its coming out before the STi?

is it me or does it look like a Peugeot?

a gift for subbie lovers (http://www.driveperformancesubaru.com/)

is it me or does it look like a Peugeot?
Please don't insult Peugeot that way!

It actually does look like a Lancia.

What Lancia and Peugeot?
http://www.wawawoum.com/guide/italie/lancia/index.htm
http://www.wawawoum.com/guide/france/peugeot/index.htm

The new Subi look might not be triumphant in any beauty contest but I think it's pretty original (apart from possible similarities with some celebrities.)

What Lancia and Peugeot?
http://www.wawawoum.com/guide/italie/lancia/index.htm
http://www.wawawoum.com/guide/france/peugeot/index.htm

The new Subi look might not be triumphant in any beauty contest but I think it's pretty original (apart from possible similarities with some celebrities.)

Was thinking the same thing, can't think of a single Lancia or Peugeot it looks like. I like the new grill and the more I see it the more I like it, I'm just not so sure how well it flows with the boxier rear.

actually over the past week its kind of grown on me a bit, still OVERALL it does not look better than the current Impreza. i do like the headlights and the new spoiler as well. can never have enough wings...this new wing looks better than that carbon fiber airfoil the evo MR has and even though this point is moot because probably neither of them are really effective, it looks like it would "stabilize" the car better than the airfoil...

So what does that roof flap do? Does it open when you start braking like some kind of airfoil or does it really not have air conditioning.

So what does that roof flap do? Does it open when you start braking like some kind of airfoil or does it really not have air conditioning.

No one really knows...