Subaru WRX STI
The blobeye/hawkeye STI. Iconic rally-bred AWD turbo sedan with the EJ257. Responsive turbo, DCCD center diff, and Brembo brakes make it a complete performance package.
Technical Specifications
Production Variant Timeline
5 factory variants produced across the GDB lifecycle, from launch spec to final special editions.
STI Bugeye (2001-2002)
2001~30,000 built- EJ257 2.5L
- 300 hp
- Round headlights
- 6-speed manual
Original GDB with the controversial Bugeye face.
STI Blobeye (2003-2005)
2003~40,000 built- Revised front fascia
- Angular headlights
- EJ257
Mid-cycle refresh with less controversial styling.
STI Hawkeye (2006-2007)
2006~35,000 built- Hooked headlights
- Final GDB
- Refined interior
The final GDB generation.
STI Spec C
2003-2007~5,000 built- Stripped for racing
- Lightweight
- Rally homologation
JDM-only rally/racing variant.
STI Type RA
2003-2007~2,000 built- Race homologation
- Reduced content
- Track focus
Ultra-stripped JDM track special.
Build Packages (2)
Compatible Parts (22)
🇺🇸 US Import Status
The Subaru WRX STI becomes legal to import to the US in 2029 under the 25-year exemption rule.
From the shop
Browse the shop →Original JDM designs, made to order.
Next: plan the move
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