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Unveiling the successor to an automotive icon is no mean feat. In fact, it’s seemingly an un-winnable battle, no matter how great the follow-up actually is.  It hurts me to say this, but as a die hard WRX/STi fan, the 2008 model is nothing to write home about - looks and styling wise.  Has the juggernaults rein come to and end?  I think so when you say what Mitsubishi have done with the Evolution X.

WRX - U.S. engine specs… (can only assume we get the same)
* displacement = 2.5liter
* horsepower 224 @ 5200 rpm
* torque 226 @ 2800 rpm
* curb weight 5speed = 3142lbs
* wheelbase 103.1 in
* height 58.1 in (2″ taller)
* width 68.5 in
* length 5 door 173.8 in 4 door 180.3in
* wheels: 17×7 in 5×100 bolt pattern

Other notable WRX changes:
-Steel hood instead of aluminum
-No more cool aluminum pedals
-No more 4 piston brakes
-No more MOMO steering wheel
-No more roof rack for the “wagon”
-No more flared fenders

Official Hatch pics:

Official Sedan pics:

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