Impressive: 2011 Subaru WRX STI Runs 7:55 @ Nurburgring

MC · 06-09-2010, 03:37 AM

Subaru Releases Test Footage of Advanced Subaru WRX STI Research and Development from Nurburgring, Germany

CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru today released footage covering advanced research and development carried out at the Nurburgring's racetrack in Germany, using a 2011MY Subaru WRX STI 4-door (sedan) test vehicle. Subaru has been using the famous Nordschleife course since 1992 for advanced R&D as well as tests of the WRX and WRX STI models. The video uploaded on the Subaru Global Site SUBARU GLOBAL features this year's development work. It is presented as a highlight of Subaru's persistent effort to stretch vehicle performance to unprecedented levels.

The concept of the 2011MY WRX STI is "The Fastest WRX STI Ever." At Subaru, the phrase "Fastest" refers to more than just top speed or maximum engine output. It implies driving with confidence. The WRX STI can be taken to its "fastest ever" performance by providing the driver with total driving control with confidence. Major upgrades to the 2011MY WRX STI focused on the chassis and suspension set-up, and tests at the Nurburgring demonstrated the supreme overall dynamics and linear behavior of the new STI. Tommi Makinen, the legendary four-time World Rally Champion, piloted the test vehicle for the development. He commented, "The car was controllable with precise and faithful handling even on tricky corners. I could easily predict the car's behavior. That is exactly what Subaru is offering, confidence. As a result, the 2011MY WRX STI test vehicle recorded 7'55''00, Subaru's fastest lap time ever, which is 4 seconds faster than the previous fastest time recorded in 2004."

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mrcardio · 06-09-2010, 04:05 AM

Holly **** batman!!

That's the same time as the Ferrari F430 and almost 5 sec faster than the CTS-V! This car is going to kick the **** out of the EVO X

Nordschleife, Germany
http://www.fastestlaps.com/track2.html

AK370Z · 06-09-2010, 04:06 AM

HOLY SH*T! this guy can drive.

Such an awesome run. Thanks for sharing!

vash_241987 · 06-09-2010, 04:27 AM

Now that more like it, the sedan version looks way better then the old hatchback

MC · 06-09-2010, 04:31 AM

raining a little bit on the parade but ...... another article i just read on it claims that this car had a bigger turbo out of a japanese only model..... and wasnt 100% production.... but eh still thats impressive and im gonna guess with that guy driving... the production is a sub 8 min car.... for some perspective isnt the cayman S like 8:04 or something? so yeah this is a 30K sedan... still impressive as hell

Chriz · 06-09-2010, 04:45 AM

Lol mishift at 1:33. I wonder if the hatch is just as fast

mrcardio · 06-09-2010, 04:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MC

raining a little bit on the parade but ...... another article i just read on it claims that this car had a bigger turbo out of a japanese only model..... and wasnt 100% production.... but eh still thats impressive and im gonna guess with that guy driving... the production is a sub 8 min car.... for some perspective isnt the cayman S like 8:04 or something? so yeah this is a 30K sedan... still impressive as hell

E92 M3: 8:05
Cayman S: 8:06

I think the STI will be more like 35k+ Still awesome bang for the buck.

Anyway you could post a link to said article?

molamann · 06-09-2010, 05:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrcardio

E92 M3: 8:05
Cayman S: 8:06

I think the STI will be more like 35k+ Still awesome bang for the buck.

Anyway you could post a link to said article?

2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Sets Nürburgring Lap Record - Feature - Auto Reviews - Car and Driver

"The stickler is that the Subaru in question wasn’t a production car, it was, in the words of the company, a 2011 Impreza WRX STI prototype. The car is basically the bastard child of two JDM-only models with some extra bespoke aero bits thrown in for slipperiness and high-speed stability. "

Also taken from carscoop:

"But there's a catch; the 2011 STI that lapped the 'Ring was in Subaru's own words, a prototype model. According to the company, the test car combined a series of production performance upgrades from the JDM-only R205 and C-Spec STIs including a larger turbocharger with some additional mods such as under body aero parts and aluminum fenders."

CBRich · 06-09-2010, 10:40 AM

Now where's that Blue Book go?

Jeffblue · 06-09-2010, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vash_241987

Now that more like it, the sedan version looks way better then the old hatchback

Agreed. Sedan is way better looking than the hatchback. Nothing against hatchbacks. i like them. i just think STI looks better as a sedan with a huge wing.

XwChriswX · 06-09-2010, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeffblue

Agreed. Sedan is way better looking than the hatchback. Nothing against hatchbacks. i like them. i just think STI looks better as a sedan with a huge wing.

Love it. Now for the production model to roll out!

shabarivas · 06-09-2010, 01:50 PM

Wow that's awesome! shifter looks smooth as hell...

Vitaly@Serramonte Nissan · 06-09-2010, 03:13 PM

That's Tommi Makinen, he might have had something to do with the lap time

Love his driving style, I think a rally driver is more suited for the ring!

MC · 06-09-2010, 04:15 PM

another version of the video

Pharmacist · 06-09-2010, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vash_241987

Now that more like it, the sedan version looks way better then the old hatchback

06-09-2010, 03:37 AM	#1 (permalink)
MC Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NC Posts: 3,238 Drives: 2015 GTR NISMO Rep Power: 24	Impressive: 2011 Subaru WRX STI Runs 7:55 @ Nurburgring Subaru Releases Test Footage of Advanced Subaru WRX STI Research and Development from Nurburgring, Germany CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru today released footage covering advanced research and development carried out at the Nurburgring's racetrack in Germany, using a 2011MY Subaru WRX STI 4-door (sedan) test vehicle. Subaru has been using the famous Nordschleife course since 1992 for advanced R&D as well as tests of the WRX and WRX STI models. The video uploaded on the Subaru Global Site SUBARU GLOBAL features this year's development work. It is presented as a highlight of Subaru's persistent effort to stretch vehicle performance to unprecedented levels. The concept of the 2011MY WRX STI is "The Fastest WRX STI Ever." At Subaru, the phrase "Fastest" refers to more than just top speed or maximum engine output. It implies driving with confidence. The WRX STI can be taken to its "fastest ever" performance by providing the driver with total driving control with confidence. Major upgrades to the 2011MY WRX STI focused on the chassis and suspension set-up, and tests at the Nurburgring demonstrated the supreme overall dynamics and linear behavior of the new STI. Tommi Makinen, the legendary four-time World Rally Champion, piloted the test vehicle for the development. He commented, "The car was controllable with precise and faithful handling even on tricky corners. I could easily predict the car's behavior. That is exactly what Subaru is offering, confidence. As a result, the 2011MY WRX STI test vehicle recorded 7'55''00, Subaru's fastest lap time ever, which is 4 seconds faster than the previous fastest time recorded in 2004." . __________________ 2015 GT-R N1SMO "THE ONE" Instagram MCGTRN1SMO Youtube MCGTRNISMO

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mrcardio Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Central Florida Posts: 219 Drives: 08 MS3 Rep Power: 15	Holly ** batman!! That's the same time as the Ferrari F430 and almost 5 sec faster than the CTS-V! This car is going to kick the out of the EVO X Nordschleife, Germany** http://www.fastestlaps.com/track2.html __________________ ‹^› ‹(•¿•)› ‹^› Last edited by mrcardio; 06-09-2010 at 04:19 AM.

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MC Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NC Posts: 3,238 Drives: 2015 GTR NISMO Rep Power: 24	raining a little bit on the parade but ...... another article i just read on it claims that this car had a bigger turbo out of a japanese only model..... and wasnt 100% production.... but eh still thats impressive and im gonna guess with that guy driving... the production is a sub 8 min car.... for some perspective isnt the cayman S like 8:04 or something? so yeah this is a 30K sedan... still impressive as hell __________________ 2015 GT-R N1SMO "THE ONE" Instagram MCGTRN1SMO Youtube MCGTRNISMO

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vash_241987 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Corpus Christi, Tx Posts: 443 Drives: '99 corolla Rep Power: 16	Now that more like it, the sedan version looks way better then the old hatchback

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CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	Now where's that Blue Book go?

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Vitaly@Serramonte Nissan Supporting Nissan Dealer Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: sdfds Posts: 23 Drives: 2003 350z Silver MT Rep Power: 15	That's Tommi Makinen, he might have had something to do with the lap time Love his driving style, I think a rally driver is more suited for the ring!

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MC Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NC Posts: 3,238 Drives: 2015 GTR NISMO Rep Power: 24	another version of the video __________________ 2015 GT-R N1SMO "THE ONE" Instagram MCGTRN1SMO Youtube MCGTRNISMO

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