Subaru Impreza 22B STI
The Holy Grail of JDM rally cars — only 424 ever built, wide-body WRC homologation special with a 2.2L turbo boxer that defined a generation.
B
Class
AWD
Drivetrain
276 hp
Power
1998
Model Year
1,270 kg
Weight
2.2L Turbo Flat-4
Engine
Vehicle Specs
| Spec | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 6.5 | Good for B class, short gearing limits top end |
| Handling | 8.0 | Wide track + low weight = go-kart agility |
| Acceleration | 7.2 | Turbo boxer punches above its rating |
| Launch | 8.0 | AWD grip makes launching easy and consistent |
| Braking | 7.0 | Good for B class but upgrade to modern brakes soon |
| Off-Road | 7.0 | WRC champion DNA — outstanding on loose surfaces |
| PI (Stock) | 680 | B class, huge upgrade headroom to A/S1 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Only 424 real cars built — one of the rarest JDM icons in FH6
- 1,270 kg — incredibly light and responsive on any surface
- Wide-body WRC styling makes it one of the best-looking Imprezas
- Massive upgrade headroom from B class all the way to S1
- WRC heritage means it's competitive on both tarmac and dirt
Cons
- Gentleman's Agreement limited to 276 hp (actual output higher)
- Short gearing means highway pulls are not its strength
- Stock EJ22 engine needs forged internals for high-boost builds
- Vintage brakes and suspension need immediate upgrades for modern racing
- Hard to find in the Auction House — owners don't sell them
Best Tuning Setup
Tires & Rims
CompoundRally (for dirt) / Sport (for road)
Front Width235 mm
Rear Width235 mm
Rim Size17 in (gold BBS)
Drivetrain
Final Drive4.44 — short gearing for acceleration
DifferentialDCCD (adjustable, 65% rear bias)
Suspension
SpringsRally (F: 450, R: 420)
Ride HeightF: 5.0, R: 5.2
Anti-Roll BarsF: 26, R: 24
CamberF: -1.5°, R: -1.0°
Aero & Brakes
Front AeroWRC replica splitter
Rear Wing22B adjustable WRC wing
Brake Balance55% front
Brake Pressure100%
How to Get It
Auction House
Primary source. Prices range 200,000–500,000 CR.
Wheelspin
Rare Wheelspin drop — ~0.5% chance.
Seasonal
Featured in JDM and rally Festival Playlist events regularly.
Best Events For This Car
| Event Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dirt Racing (B/A) | S-Tier | WRC champion — its natural habitat |
| Road Racing (B) | A-Tier | Lightweight AWD makes it a competent tarmac racer |
| Cross Country | A-Tier | Rally suspension handles the rough stuff |
| Street Scene | B-Tier | Better on dirt but holds its own on asphalt |
| Drift Zones (Dirt) | A-Tier | AWD powerslides on loose surfaces are sublime |
| Speed Traps | C-Tier | Not built for top speed — wrong tool for the job |