The whole interior is designed with the idea of driving being the highest priority. The overall color scheme is black and grey. Black was used on much of the instrument panel. The speedometer maxes out at 260 KPH. In addition, to keep the cabin noise levels low, special matting is used in the floor carpeting.
The lightweight bucket seats were developed in Germany and feature a two piece design. This allows the driver and passenger to still be able to recline the seats to a desired position. Inspired by WRC rally seats, the carbon design is rigid, but will not fatigue the body even on long road trips. The surface features a special padding that is both comfortable and supportive. Synthetic leather is used on the sides, to add a touch of class.
Even though the sound dampening material under the carpet adds about 3kg of weight, the designers felt that it was fitting for the premium characteristics of the S204.
Comment #1
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
why only 600 is that to make it legal to race in some sanctioning body or what
Comment #2
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
I think the more important question is why 600 not the traditional 555
Comment #3
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
How much does the S204 cost
Comment #4
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
what the price and specs
Comment #5
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
how much hp will it be
Comment #6
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Thats nice, real nice. But wouldn't a 2 door version be sexier :D with the 22B emblem on it :P
Comment #7
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
I love those seats, and wish Subaru of America would sell this car or these parts! Great article!
Comment #8
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Hidieous Spoiler Dude
Comment #9
(Posted by 2tall4STI) Rating
I want that wing! Anyone that buys this car want to trade for 2006 "Bling Wing" I would do it in a second!
Comment #10
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
The grill still sucks.
Comment #11
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
subaru made a big mitake with the new front on the sti's
Comment #12
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Awesome article
Comment #13
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
kete baik
Comment #14
(Posted by moddeuce@yahoo.com) Rating
incredible....wish they were for sale here in the states. i want to see some performance numbers.
Comment #15
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
600 made coz they want to sell that many, homologation is done by the spec C Arai version, 320ps, and Hansen needs to keep his hands still on the steering wheel ;-)
Comment #16
(Posted by Mike Capito) Rating
I also like the new wing let's wait for the after market one's to come out so we can put on the 06 wrx why spend all that on a STI when you can tweak on your 06 WRX
Comment #17
(Posted by vince) Rating
damn... and i thought my 06 wrx was badass lol. i want that lip, wheels, seats, wings, power and suspension bits for my 06... ok, fine, i wish i had THAT whole car lol. too bad i'll have sell all my blood to afford those upgrades.
Comment #18
(Posted by joseph rogato) Rating
I LOVE SUBARU'S THEY TO MY EYES ARE 100 PERCENT BETTER THAN ANY CAR IS THE WORLD EVEN IF THE S204 ONLY HAS 235KW AND THE FORD GT HAS 290KW THE STI S204 IS THE BEST CAR OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Comment #19
(Posted by Matt) Rating
damn thing's still ugly, the mk1 impreza was lush, the mk2 was gross, and this thing's no better... the spoiler is awesome tho :) ...think subaru should seriously reconsider the styling ...make it look mean again :) nod
Comment #20
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
WHY ONLY 600 AND WHY DID WE NOT HEAR ANYTHING ABOUT THE HORSPOWER.ITS TIME ENOUGH FOR US SUBARU LOVERS TO HAVE A MACHINE LIKE THIS TO BEAT SOME EVOLUTIONS ANYTIME ANYWHERE. KEEP IT UP STI. YOU R D BEST
Comment #21
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Nothing about price
Comment #22
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Beautiful Machine
Comment #23
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Nice car
Comment #24
(Posted by Brian C) Rating
I still think my 05 sti kicks #ss, maybe if we all whine loud enough they will start selling the S204 sti here in the US.
Comment #25
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
i love it all and if i win the lottery i will buy 10 of em
Comment #26
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
it says maximised torque. how much please 540nm
Comment #27
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
I think my 06 Sti is the awesome, but wow that thing is pretty cool. i love the lip on the front. I go to dyno comp and they sell one that looks really close to that one and its JDM too
Comment #28
(Posted by subietech) Rating
the car is dope.. the wing is the same as the prodrive wing..so if you want that wing just call prodrive..
also, if you want parts for it, wait a year and call subaru of japan...
any one know hp specs...
Comment #29
(Posted by chris) Rating
The wrx looks fine we need the 2dr version to come out again, one thing it doesnt look beasty like the 2000 wrx model, with got young drivers still chasing after those wrx's, they should consider in creating a model where it would stand out like the nissan 200sx s15 Gt and affortable price and more security devices to get the insurance cheaper for yong drivers.
Comment #30
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Sublime!!!
Comment #31
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
The horsepower is supposed to be rated at 320. The front lip and the rear spoiler make the car look a lot better. The lip adds aggresion while the spoiler is more subtle than the "bling wing" on the usual STI's. I wish I had one!
Comment #32
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Whats the price
Comment #33
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Sexy car. Still loving my '05 STi Spec C though. This has to go on the list though....
Comment #34
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
The S204 needs 340 bhp minimum and released in the UK to keep up with the EVOs . I drive a WR1 with 320 wich at times feels under powered.
Comment #35
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
thanks for the info.
Comment #36
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
the best lots and lots of dettails about the car. and it makes me wanna get one
Comment #37
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
is this a **** tease or what...i want one now!!1
Comment #38
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
nice beast
Comment #39
(Posted by Mick) Rating
Never thought I'd be caught dead in a Subaru but I've had an 04,05 & 06 Sti & loved all of 'em - especially in the snow and rain. Yeah, they are slightly underpowered, the handling is really squirrely until you learn on how to compensate for the understeer one moment and the turning-in the next moment. And they all have eaten up the rear struts in about 10,000 miles. But for a cheap car they're worth every penny as far as I'm concerned. My buddy bought an EVO and wouldn't buy another one. Hey, Subaru!!! You're overdue for more horsepower - it's been 3 years. We're getting really bored.
Comment #40
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
It has 320 hp and correction: after the initial 600, 200 more were released for a total of 800. 100 to UK to surpass the ever popular EVO, and the other 100 undecided
anyways, Subaru's spokes person said that the s204 was really to be on par with BMW Ms, and Mercedes AMGs. Doesnt quite make the cut after looking at the specs however. In Japan it goes on sale for just about 43,000 US currency.
Is it worth as much as a beamer Its probably worth more, but hopefully 2007 will bring about a second generation of s204 that can keep up with AMGs..
Comment #41
(Posted by Will) Rating
he car pumps out 320 hp at 6,400 rpm, while torque is up slightly to 319 pound-feet at 4,400 rpm thanks to a remapped ECU and a more efficient intake system. The 0-to-62-mph sprint is expected to take around 4.5 seconds, with a sub-13-second quarter-mile and a top speed of 155 mph.
Comment #42
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
damn dream to have 1.. current in ver7
Comment #43
(Posted by spoiler _submitter) Rating
Nice overall car should xport these to America but that spoiler is kilt they need better stock spoilers like a 2 sided or a racing stock spoiler
Comment #44
(Posted by ROY) Rating
I would trade my 06 STI for that in a heart beat. no questions asked
Comment #45
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
what an badd asss car!!! evo mr will have an good look at it's new spoiler..!
Comment #46
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Like a pig!!!
Comment #47
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
best
Comment #48
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
When are they comming to The US
Comment #49
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
They should make a US version and also make more than 600 units!!!!!!!!!!
Comment #50
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
WOW!!!
Comment #51
(Posted by Gerard Pottinger) Rating
this is nice as, its got 320hp or aroung 235kw, and 440nm of torque, love it all...
Comment #52
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
NICE CAR. ANOTHER CAR TO BEAT THOSE EVOS, MAXIMAS, AND STUPID TALONS. SUBARU FOREVER. NOW, IF THEY ONLY HAD LEFT HAND DRIVE I WOULD BUY 5 OF EM.
Comment #53
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
WILL IT BE IN A LEFT HAND DRIVE AND CAN I GET ONE FOR JUST LIKING SUBARUS
Comment #54
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
THIS IS SO MUCH SICKER THAN THE 06 STI, ANOTHER STI TO BEAT THOSE EVOS, MAXIMAS, AND TALONS THATT EVERYONE THINKS ARE SO HOT. EVO SLEAZO. SUBARU FOREVER
Comment #55
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
nice, another sti to beat those evos, maximas, and stupid talons that ever1 thinks are so hot right now. evo sleazy. subaru.
Comment #56
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
perfection
Comment #57
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
Wow!
Comment #58
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
If Subaru is going to call this a badass STi then they had better be be running 11's or at least very low 12's in the quarter. My 04' STi runs 12.4 and I've only done intake, exhaust and reflash!
Comment #59
(Posted by pphhff 1sickford) Rating
ahhh my 1984 ford ranger will blow this thing off the road. with 150 hp and 190 ftpd, my 4 speed will easily keep up with this thing, just give me a 100 ft start and i will blow you away.
Comment #60
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
where do i find more like this
Comment #61
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
I want one!!!!!lol
Comment #62
(Posted by Herb) Rating
I am sorry to see the rally inspired look gone from the latest Impreza. The new cars are now in the same class with BMW and Mercedes. That's fine, and they are doing a great job, but I will stick with my 2001 2-door RS. I'm sure I can produce 320 hp with the $30,000 that I will save.
Comment #63
(Posted by PHILLIP AARONS) Rating
LOVE THE CAR...NOW THEY NEED TO BRING IT TO THE US...I WOULD TRADE MY 05 STI FOR THIS CAR IN A HEART BEAT
Comment #64
(Posted by Mr ae86 cheras) Rating
i cant wait to drive this baby soon... after 2 months brought it in from japan.. :)
Comment #65
(Posted by Steve) Rating
That red Emergency light button is extreme. that would be my first thing to swap out.
Comment #66
(Posted by galen) Rating
this car is faster than the 2007 corvette Z06!
dont belive me? then watch this youtube video of a 5 lap official race.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KE7fQrN4KVo
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Comment #67
(Posted by unknown) Rating
This car is made for a woman. For $45000.oo US you can get yourself a used M series Bimmer that will kick this hog.
Comment #68
(Posted by Marco) Rating
I don't mind the fact that Subaru (Japan) desided to make only 600 of the S204, but its the best move into exclusivity. I would be glad to even see one of these cars in America, but might never happen. Happy hunting for this car :D
Comment #69
(Posted by Alex) Rating
I,ve got the special edition here, but it doesn't bring that sexy spoiler, need to know where can i get it... much better seats too, there are 800 here don't ask why!!!
Comment #70
(Posted by mr204) Rating
for those who dun drive it..do not simply judge this beast.. frankly speaking ..it's worth money buy... lucky i got one.. not even the same as beemer m series or evos..or any turbo charged car... violla..!!
Comment #71
(Posted by Mr ae86 cheras) Rating
this is a beast... lucky i got one!.. it's a killer for corvette z6 n biemer .... wow!
Comment #72
(Posted by Sti_02wagon_sleeper) Rating
why cant we purchase one and why cant subaru of america bring some of these beauty's ill for sure would purchase one i already own a 02 wrx wagon and 06 sti .... pls pls .... my collection can only get better ....
Comment #73
(Posted by Peter Ribeiro) Rating
The first 6 pages give a compressive oveview of this new beast, no mention though is made of its aquisation cost.
Comment #74
(Posted by Bill) Rating
I've seen one of these up in town in Alaska (one of the most popular subaru places in the world I might add...) It's sweet looking
Comment #75
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
front grille is still super homorific... and why only 600?
Comment #76
(Posted by Rickster) Rating
Commentiers:
I am lucky enough to own an S204 - had it about 3 months now. Couple of things to say about it so far:
1) Have hardly used the brakes. I mean it corners fantastically...unbelievable really, so much fun.
2) Had it up to 220km/hr which was about 6000rpm in sixth gear.
3) Going from say 50 up to say 160km/hr the car sounds like it is sucking the entire atmosphere through the inter-cooler...an addictive sound.
4) Haven't really heard to reported exhaust character change above 6krpm yet...still supposed to be running in the engine.
5) Car is sedate around town but stiff springs send most bumps through your spine. Car is best out on open roads - in its element really.
6) Recaro seats hug you in real tight...but not being slim it feels like a lion has mauled your butt after 3 hours in the seat...but top section brilliant. Am looking at ways to preserve my bum better.
Hope this helps...
Comment #77
(Posted by You're Kidding) Rating
The car looks better, but it will be a few more years before it is in the same class as a Bimmer or Mercy! I wonder how much this vehicle weighs? Haveing only 320 hp is too low to compare to the upcoming M3 and Lexus IS500. However, I think this car in the right hands can and will spank a few M3s out there, but NOT a Z06! Not even close!
Comment #78
(Posted by an unknown user) Rating
RICE REALLY REALLY RICE
