Subaru is launching a more powerful version of its WRX STI for the European market. Dubbed the WRX STI 340R, the new model will arrive in European showrooms next month.
Based on the standard WRX STI model, the 340R boasts a revised ECU and sports exhaust system, bumping power to 340 horsepower and 361 lb-ft of torque - improvements of 40 and 61, respectively. Subaru says the WRX STI 340R can scoot from 0 to 60 in just 4.7 seconds.
"The 340R power upgrade turns our most performance-oriented model into one of the most rapid and charismatic cars available in the UK," said Darren James, Managing Director of Subaru UK. "The WRX STI was already an exciting car, but improved power and torque, as well as the unmistakeable Subaru exhaust note, make the car even more tempting."
Current WRX STI owners will also be able to upgrade their cars to 340R-spec. Subaru says the upgrades can be applied retroactively without affecting a car's warranty.
The 340R power upgrade will tack on £1,599 ($2,530) to the WRX STI's base price.
