Subaru WRX STI S209
The ultimate factory STI — 341 hp, widened bodywork, and the first S-line STI ever sold in America. A homologation special for the street.
A
Class
AWD
Drivetrain
341 hp
Power
2023
Model Year
1,575 kg
Weight
2.5L Turbo Flat-4
Engine
Vehicle Specs
| Spec | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 7.0 | Good for A class, runs out of steam above 260 km/h |
| Handling | 8.0 | AWD + DCCD + wide track = incredible grip |
| Acceleration | 7.5 | EJ25 turbo punch is strong in the mid-range |
| Launch | 8.5 | AWD + turbo = consistent, strong launches |
| Braking | 7.5 | Brembo 6-piston, good modulation |
| Off-Road | 6.5 | Rally DNA — surprisingly capable on dirt with tire swap |
| PI (Stock) | 740 | Mid A class, room for S1 upgrades |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Last and most powerful STI ever — collectible JDM icon
- Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD) for adjustable torque split
- Wide fenders and aggressive aero from the factory
- Massive brake setup — Brembo 6-piston fronts with cross-drilled rotors
- Excellent dirt racing potential with a simple tire swap
Cons
- Ancient EJ25 engine platform dates back to the 1990s
- 1,575 kg — heavy for an A class sports sedan
- Turbo lag is noticeable below 3,500 rpm
- Understeers at the limit with stock suspension tuning
- Fuel economy is terrible — short pit intervals on endurance races
Best Tuning Setup
Tires & Rims
CompoundSport (Semi-Slick) — Rally tires for dirt
Front Width255 mm
Rear Width265 mm
Rim Size19 in (BBS forged)
Drivetrain
Final Drive3.90
DifferentialDCCD (adjustable center, 60% rear bias for rotation)
Suspension
SpringsRace (F: 580, R: 540)
Ride HeightF: 4.2, R: 4.5
Anti-Roll BarsF: 28, R: 26
CamberF: -2.0°, R: -1.5°
Aero & Brakes
Front AeroS209 carbon splitter
Rear WingS209 carbon GT wing
Brake Balance55% front
Brake Pressure108%
How to Get It
Autoshow
Buy for 65,000 CR. Available from the start.
Wheelspin
Common Wheelspin drop. Easy to find.
Seasonal
Regularly featured in JDM and rally Festival Playlists.
Best Events For This Car
| Event Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Road Racing (A) | A-Tier | Competent all-rounder on tarmac |
| Dirt Racing (A) | S-Tier | Rally heritage shines — natural habitat |
| Street Scene (A) | A-Tier | AWD confidence on wet streets |
| Drift Zones | C-Tier | AWD fights drifting, but snow/dirt helps |
| Speed Zones | B-Tier | Good grip, average top speed |
| Cross Country | A-Tier | With rally suspension, surprisingly capable |