The biggest difference between the 2016 Subaru WRX and WRX STI comes down to performance and efficiency. Featuring a 2.0-liter turbocharged Boxer engine, the Subaru WRX cranks out 268 horsepower; the WRX STI ups this output to 305 horsepower with its larger 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder Boxer engine.
What does STI mean in WRX?
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What cars have STI engines?
From Subaru the STI is the only model to receive the EJ257 engine designation. Forester XT, Outback XT, and Legacy GT models actually did use the 2.5L STI engine, though. They were the same as the EJ257 engine less the turbo, intercooler, and factory tune.
What is the STI engine called?
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Is STI worth it over WRX?
In short, the STI will undoubtedly handle better, but at the cost of weight and fuel economy. That new FA20 engine also means the WRX makes more torque sooner, despite the identical 0-60 time.
How much faster is STI than WRX?
What are the differences? Subaru WRX
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0-60 Time and Top Speed Manual: 5.2 Seconds Automatic: 5.7 seconds Top Speed: 155 mph
Rear Spoiler Subaru says the park bench on STi adds 3mph to top speed and increases stability at high speeds. STi can be ordered with the WRX lip spoiler. Subtle
What Turbo is in the new STI?
Subaru Corporation announced a new high-performance Levorg STI Sport R and STI Sport R EX trim levels equipped with the newly developed 2.4-liter direct-injection turbocharged engine sourced from the 2022 WRX. It's a significant upgrade that gives the Levorg hatchback instant performance credibility.
Is the STI turbo bigger than WRX?
The STI, on the other hand, gets beefier suspension, fatter tires, and bigger brakes adding an additional 200-pounds over the WRX. Moreover, the STI has a bigger turbo and therefore takes longer to spool up, effectively increasing lag. In the real world, these nuances are not something of a concern for the average Joe.Mar 2, 2021