Subaru's new WRX STI is a paradox

The Subaru WRX S210 Is The STI Successor We Can't Have
Subaru finally made a WRX STI...well, sort of. The Japanese automaker revealed a prototype of an all-new, high-performance WRX called the "S210," at the Tokyo Auto Salon last week. Based on the current model,
Subaru WRX S210 is the closest thing to a new WRX STI
The latest is the WRX S210 STI Complete Car prototype, which Subaru unveiled over the weekend at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon. It previews a new model set to go on sale next spring with a limited production run of 500 units, likely all earmarked for Japan.
The Subaru WRX STI is back! This is the limited edition, 300bhp S210 prototype
It’s still a prototype for now, but we know it’s based on the Japan-only WRX S4 ‘STI Sport R EX’. The more aggressive frock is inspired directly by Subaru’s current N24 racer, and includes a more serious carbon rear wing, sleeker aero kit and beefier arches. Mandatory installs for any hot Scooby.
There's Finally A New Subaru WRX STI, But It's Already Ruined
Subaru will release a next-gen version of the WRX STI. Too bad the car's specs will leave enthusiasts underwhelmed.
Subaru WRX STI returns: Japan-exclusive model with a twist
Contrary to earlier announcements, Subaru has resurrected the WRX STI. However, this heart-racing model will only be available to buyers in one country, and it has a transmission that might make die-hard track enthusiasts grind their teeth.
Subaru’s latest WRX STI… has a CVT
Subaru’s WRX STI still lives on, albeit in extremely small numbers. This is the S210 Prototype, a special edition of the current-generation WRX model. It’s just been unveiled at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon.
New Subaru WRX STI S210 Is Real But Limited To 500 Units Worldwide
Like the S209 that came before it, the S210 is a complete Subaru Tecnica International vehicle. This time around, though, it’s based on a WRX S4 STI Sport R EX that Subaru doesn’t offer here. And just like the S209,
Subaru WRX STI returns, almost: New powered-up S210 edition revealed for Japan
Most previous iterations have been based on the WRX STI of the time, but with no new STI donor to work with, the S210 is based the standard WRX – which, in Japan, is sold exclusively with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).
Subaru WRX gets STI treatment: More power but two massive caveats
Subaru has revealed a hotter WRX, complete with an iconic three-letter nameplate... but a less iconic three-letter transmission.
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