Vehicle Description
Any believer in the notion that "good things come in small
packages" needs only to raise the hood on this 2012 Subaru Impreza
WRX STi to provide proof. You can likely think of smaller cars, but
you'd be hard pressed to come up with an equal to its unique
proposition of sporty exterior combined with an unusually efficient
and compact powerplant that features a near unparalleled ratio of
horsepower to cubic inch, making this compact an absolute blast to
drive.
No one goes looking for a WRX to blend into the crowd, so its World
Rally blue pearl shade is a fitting color for this concise,
performance-centric rocket of a car. It's an eye-catcher for sure,
with a nice shine that draws you in. The well-proportioned scoop on
its hood, as well as aggressively sized wheels and the dominant
spoiler in back, provide additional hints that this is no ordinary
compact. Like a boxer required to make weight, there is no excess
to be found here - everything from the front air dam to the spoiler
is there for a reason - and yet this is a car that offers a viable
four door, passenger car configuration within its confines. As
befits a car that left the factory with an aftermarket, custom vibe
in tow, its sparse badging allows its blue color to take center
stage, and the color is effectively complimented with the fresh
blackness of the front grille and crisp looking headlights and
taillights. This car is fairly lightly traveled at just under
43,691 miles during its nearly seven years of service and it has
the appearance of being well-looked after during that time.
The anthracite black interior, a nice blending of leather and
suede, has the look of a performance-inspired environment, but is
still plenty comfortable for everyday driving. The high-backed
buckets in front sport STi branding on their integrated headrests
and remain in good shape and supportive, while the bench seat in
back shows almost no evidence of use at all. With its brushed
aluminum accents and ergonomic layout, the dash area is a definite
plus for this Subaru, harboring an array of well-illuminated
gauges, and a generously proportioned screen for a navigation
system that's integrated with the featured AM/FM/ipod compatible
stereo. There's a good assembly of additional comfort features
inside, including air conditioning that's blowing nice and cold,
cruise control, power locks and windows, a tilt column, and an
anti-theft system to help keep this rocket in your possession. The
trunk area in back is nice and clean - despite the WRX's relatively
small size and race-inspired configuration, there's a surprising
amount of luggage space in play here.
As efficient as they come, the powerplant sitting under the hood
certainly represents a high-water mark for engineering. This
turbocharged 4-cylinder engine may displace a modest 2.5 liters,
but it packs a truly impressive punch - yielding 305 horsepower and
290 ft./lb. of torque to affix you firmly to the seat when you step
into it. The 6-speed manual transmission provides the optimal
gearing needed to harness that power to utmost efficiency, while
the Subaru's combination of all-wheel drive and 4-wheel power disc
brakes make it a sure-footed performer that's capable of stopping
on a dime. This high-powered compact sits on a set of 18" special
edition STi rims out fitted with Cooper radials.
With its great blend of high-revving power and tight, nimble
handling contained in a visually impactful package, this 2012
Subaru WRX STi is sure to put a smile on the face of its next lucky
owner. Call today!
