Subaru has decided to give enthusiasts from its home
country a track-ready variant of the WRX STI, dubbed the S208 Special Edition.
Seemingly taking some inspiration from the brand’s
STI Type RA NBR Special, the limited-edition variant will be restricted to just
450 units throughout the country.
Power for the model comes thanks to an uprated
2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder which now delivers 324 hp, a 28 hp
increase over other STI models. Additionally, Subaru has fitted adjustable
Bilstein dampers, active torque vectoring for the rear wheels, and a faster
steering rack.
The S208 Special Edition immediately
stands out thanks to 19-inch wheels, a small rear spoiler and a prominent front
splitter. The car can be painted in World Rally Blue Pearl and Crystal White
Pearl but if customers want something special, they can opt for Cool Grey Khaki
with the NBR Challenge Package and also receive a larger rear wing and carbon
roof.
