Kujotk Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I'm not much of a rexy fan but i still know they are pretty good cars.... anyway there was a thread on here before that i started about how ugly the current rexy looks.... well it looks like Subaru listend to the cries of its fans and has confirmed a new and improved wrx is in production for 2009. Subaru MY09 WRX gets a thumping 195kw! When the bug-eye WRX was launched by Subaru in 2000, there was a hushed silence and it was widely decreed by the press after a few test drives that whilst the new model was a nicer drive, more refined and had much improved handling, it had lost the spark and thrill of the outgoing MY00 "classic" model. In short, some thought that Subaru was losing the plot somewhat. The facelifted MY03 and new 2.5L MY06 showed that Subaru was listening. Then came the MY08 WRX and the press reviews were even less inspiring that those about 'ole bug-eye. Recently coming last in its category in the 2008 Motor BFYB competition, the MY08 WRX was even declared by someto be unworthy of the WRX name. Subaru wasn't losing the plot, it had lost the plot. Today, at Sydney's Motor Show, Subaru have once again shown they were listening with the announcement of the revamped MY09 WRX. There have been rumours for a few weeks, and last week we got inside knowledge that the MY09 was going to get a serious dose of steroids, and now here it is. Get this - 195kw (up 26kw), 343Nm of torque (up 23Nm), upgraded suspension, and wider tyres (225/45x17, versus 205/50) all point to a much more serious WRX. Indeed, the MY09 WRX has as much power as the MY02-05 STi, and is lighter too! We can't wait to get our hands on it. sorry just found the info now, i know its 2 weeks late lol im sure itsbetter than the current model and has bigger power to try and save the wrx name Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
eMsta Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 saw the n/a version on the fwy the other day - didnt look special to me. Reminded me of a kia rio. Maybe the rex would do something for me. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4230128 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dane spec33 Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 saw the n/a version on the fwy the other day - didnt look special to me. Reminded me of a kia rio. Maybe the rex would do something for me. I agree, totally not impressed. My friend, thats a mechanic for Subaru, reckons the wrx is just as shit. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4230353 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I think they committed suicide with that design; the wrx was always popular because of its classic shape. They screwed it up with the bug eyes and just when they finally got the front just right......they screw it up again. the evo is fantastic though; right through since the gsr range Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4230438 Share on other sites More sharing options...
.:: GimpS-R34 ::. Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 yeah but al in all i have to say that its a damn big improvement from that hideous beast the MY08...i wouldnt have even judged it.. let alone put it last Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4230517 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Widow Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 its just the sedan version of the 08 model. The americans had the sedan released alot earlier then us (obviously as is normally the trend), they may very well be classifying it as the 09 model. But as i said it is basically the sedan version of the 08, because they had always planned to have the sedan and hatch versions Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4230523 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctjet Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 you say sedan too much Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4230859 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricsvtr Posted October 31, 2008 Share Posted October 31, 2008 My cat's name is Mittens Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4232012 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kujotk Posted October 31, 2008 Author Share Posted October 31, 2008 My cat's name is Mittens "I found a moon rock in my nose" classic... i like your humour Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4232105 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakes Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Still looks absolutely horrendous!! The whole front end is ugly as, the side of the car looks the same as the bug eye. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4233382 Share on other sites More sharing options...
N1GTR Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Subaru designers need to stop taking so many drugs before "designing" cars. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4233542 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PM-R33 Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Not a fan personally, shape looks all over the place. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4233545 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TS-R34 Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 saw the n/a version on the fwy the other day - didnt look special to me. Reminded me of a kia rio. Maybe the rex would do something for me. +1 it reminded me of a kia rio too... they've still lost the plot imo. sack the designers for producing a fugly shape!! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4234239 Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyjoejoejuniorshabadoo Posted November 2, 2008 Share Posted November 2, 2008 i do agree with the above... BUT lets not judge till the sti gets here Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4235110 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRoNic... Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Holden Astra with small testicles. That's all it is. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4237309 Share on other sites More sharing options...
babyskyline Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 have not liked the shapes, design of the front ends of the wrx since back in 2000. This new one is worse than the current one just not a hatch.....subaru designers have no idea Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4237884 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous_daveo Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Funny tho, Mitsu bring out a rally art awd turbo hatch back... Maybe there is something in this hatch thing. Also, seriously, what cars do look good these days under $100k? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4238249 Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKSMUD Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 (edited) actually there are many Audi A4 B8, Audi A5, VW R32, BMW 5 series with M kits,w204 c class with AMG kits, BMW e92 coupe. that's all in my mind at the moment. btw the evo X is not that bad either Edited November 3, 2008 by EKSMUD Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4238330 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakez88 Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 i'm very biased as a evo fan and i always try to find faults with the impreza's even though i do admit that they are nice cars but it is trye that they are lacking in the exterior design department. I have no idea why they haven't stayed with one design theme for example mazda/bmw/honda but thats probably just cause all their designs were shit LoL. On the other hand a standard 195kw is massive. hopefully the new ralliart lancer can stand up to it. The evo X with the 217kw does have a bit over the sti though. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4238606 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nismo_God Posted December 27, 2008 Share Posted December 27, 2008 but hey performance is performance...0-100 is 5.31....ive read that some third party testers have even got it as low as 4.7.....thats super quick Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/242573-my09-wrx-back-to-normal/#findComment-4337192 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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