Subaru's new WRX STI is a paradox

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 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,
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's new WRX STI is a paradox, and here's why
The WRX STI S210 offers a glimpse of what Subaru can achieve when reviving its performance-oriented lineup. However, its limited run, Japan-exclusive availability, and the divisive CVT-only transmission make it a bittersweet release.
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.
2025 Subaru WRX STI S210 revealed as prototype at Tokyo Auto Salon – 500 units, 300 PS but with a CVT
In what appears to be a change of heart, Subaru has chosen this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon to unveil a new WRX STI. This isn’t just any WRX STI but the latest member of the
Subaru WRX STI S210 Prototype Launches with One Big Problem
The door to a new Subaru WRX STI has officially cracked open, as Subaru has revealed a Japan-only WRX STI S210 Prototype at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon.
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.
Subaru WRX Finally Gets An STI Edition
The WRX STI S210 is the most powerful version of the current-generation model with 296 hp from the upgraded 2.4-liter boxer engine
New Subaru WRX S210 STI – the most focused STI has a CVT gearbox
The latest Subaru WRX doesn’t live up to the lofty standards set by its Impreza WRX forebears, not least because it’s been missing a truly driver-focused version in the mould of the old 22B or RB5. But with the new WRX S210 STI,
The Subaru WRX STI is back! This is the limited edition, 300bhp S210 prototype
Beneath the brawnier face is a retuned version of the turbocharged 2.4-litre boxer-four, treated to new air intakes and pre-turbo ducts to push around 300bhp (plus 277lb ft) to th
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Subaru Finally Introduces A Proper WRX STI, But One Thing's Sorely Missing
The prospect of a new Subaru WRX STI, based on the current-generation VB WRX Sedan, seems like a pipe dream, to the point ...
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Subaru WRX S210 Prototype Previews New STI, Albeit without a Manual
The Subaru WRX STI S210 prototype has been revealed, which previews a new production version. The new STI doesn't offer a manual, and its engine is expected to make 296 horsepower and 277 pound ...