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The 2020 Subaru STI

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A Subaru WRX STI at full chat across the ice on Wisconsin's Dollar Lake. Though still based on the Impreza's last-gen chassis (new bones should come in 2021), the STI is one of the most capable compact cars on the planet.
A Subaru WRX STI at full chat across the ice on Wisconsin's Dollar Lake. Though still based on the Impreza's last-gen chassis (new bones should come in 2021), the STI is one of the most capable compact cars on the planet.
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Thanks to its all-wheel-drive system and studded winter tires, the Subaru WRX STI negotiates turns at lurid 90-degree angles.
Thanks to its all-wheel-drive system and studded winter tires, the Subaru WRX STI negotiates turns at lurid 90-degree angles.
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The Subaru WRX STI is the most capable version of the Impreza sedan. With 310 horsepower, AWD and Brembo brakes, it is a beast on any surface.
The Subaru WRX STI is the most capable version of the Impreza sedan. With 310 horsepower, AWD and Brembo brakes, it is a beast on any surface.
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Subaru pro rallycross racer Patrick Sendall gives the hook 'em horns sign as he dazzles on the ice with a Subaru WRX STI. The Swede runs the Subaru Winter Experience in Wisconsin each winter.
Subaru pro rallycross racer Patrick Sendall gives the hook 'em horns sign as he dazzles on the ice with a Subaru WRX STI. The Swede runs the Subaru Winter Experience in Wisconsin each winter.
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Flat Out, Patrik Sandell's rally company, runs the Subaru Winter Experience on 19-acre Dollar Lake in northern Wisconsin. Flat Out constructs a series of tracks for ice racing instruction.
Flat Out, Patrik Sandell's rally company, runs the Subaru Winter Experience on 19-acre Dollar Lake in northern Wisconsin. Flat Out constructs a series of tracks for ice racing instruction.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
The Subaru Winter Experience hosted a group of media to test drive the AWD 2020 Subaru WRX STI, right, and RWD 2020 Subaru BRZ on ice at Dollar Lake, Wisconsin.
The Subaru Winter Experience hosted a group of media to test drive the AWD 2020 Subaru WRX STI, right, and RWD 2020 Subaru BRZ on ice at Dollar Lake, Wisconsin.
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Detroit News auto columnist Henry Payne took to the ice in Wisconsin to learn about ice racing, car control and Subaru capability.
Detroit News auto columnist Henry Payne took to the ice in Wisconsin to learn about ice racing, car control and Subaru capability.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
Behind the wheel of the 2020 Subaru WRX STI with Sweden's Patrick Sandell, one of the most accomplished ice racers in the world.
Behind the wheel of the 2020 Subaru WRX STI with Sweden's Patrick Sandell, one of the most accomplished ice racers in the world.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
The Subaru WRX STI has one of the most capable all-wheel-drive systems on the market — which drivers have ridden to multiple rally wins across the globe.
The Subaru WRX STI has one of the most capable all-wheel-drive systems on the market — which drivers have ridden to multiple rally wins across the globe.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
With its Sopwith Camel rear wing, the Subaru WRX STI is one of the most recognizable cars on the road. Or ice.
With its Sopwith Camel rear wing, the Subaru WRX STI is one of the most recognizable cars on the road. Or ice.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
Don't go ice racing without 'em. Swedish Lappi winter tires have 400 studs (versus 150 for a regular studded tires), big grooves and a $425 sticker price — so they can make a Subaru WRX STI fly on a slick ice course.
Don't go ice racing without 'em. Swedish Lappi winter tires have 400 studs (versus 150 for a regular studded tires), big grooves and a $425 sticker price — so they can make a Subaru WRX STI fly on a slick ice course.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
Combined with studded tires, the 2020 Subaru WRX STI uses big 13.4-inch Brembo brakes for surprising stopping power on the ice.
Combined with studded tires, the 2020 Subaru WRX STI uses big 13.4-inch Brembo brakes for surprising stopping power on the ice.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
The cockpit of the 2020 Subaru WRX STI complete with manual diff adjustment to bias the AWD system to the front/rear.
The cockpit of the 2020 Subaru WRX STI complete with manual diff adjustment to bias the AWD system to the front/rear.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
The 2.5-liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder under the hood gives the 2020 Subaru WRX STI 310 horsepower. It's mated to a 6-speed manual transmission.
The 2.5-liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder under the hood gives the 2020 Subaru WRX STI 310 horsepower. It's mated to a 6-speed manual transmission.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
When equipped with studded Lappi winter tires, the RWD Subaru BRZ is a remarkably fun athlete over the ice.
When equipped with studded Lappi winter tires, the RWD Subaru BRZ is a remarkably fun athlete over the ice.
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The RWD Subaru BRZ sports car joined the AWD Subaru STI for the ice racing fun on Dollar Lake.
The RWD Subaru BRZ sports car joined the AWD Subaru STI for the ice racing fun on Dollar Lake.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
The tidy cockpit of the 2+2 Subaru BRZ sports car.
The tidy cockpit of the 2+2 Subaru BRZ sports car.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
Just east of Eagle River, Wisconsin, Dollar Lake is the home of the Subaru Winter Experience. it once hosted the world snowmobile championships.
Just east of Eagle River, Wisconsin, Dollar Lake is the home of the Subaru Winter Experience. it once hosted the world snowmobile championships.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
Rear-wheel drive makes for some lurid angles on ice in the Subaru BRZ.
Rear-wheel drive makes for some lurid angles on ice in the Subaru BRZ.
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Instructors from the Dirtfish rally school in Seattle help out at the Subaru Winter Experience in Wisconsin. Subaru is also their vehicle of choice on the dirt trails of Washington state.
Instructors from the Dirtfish rally school in Seattle help out at the Subaru Winter Experience in Wisconsin. Subaru is also their vehicle of choice on the dirt trails of Washington state.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News
Following a Subaru WRX STI through the wintry woods of Eagle Lake, Wisconsin on the way to Dollar Lake.
Following a Subaru WRX STI through the wintry woods of Eagle Lake, Wisconsin on the way to Dollar Lake.
Henry Payne, The Detroit News