Subaru WRX STI S209
The ultimate rally weapon — AWD grip, dirt dominance, and JDM legend status.
A
Class
AWD
Drivetrain
341 hp
Power
2023
Model Year
1,550 kg
Weight
Flat-4
Engine
Vehicle Specs
| Spec | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 6.5 | Not a top-speed car |
| Handling | 7.2 | Excellent on loose surfaces |
| Acceleration | 7.8 | Quick launches with AWD |
| Launch | 7.9 | 0-100 km/h in 4.4s |
| Braking | 7.0 | Good for class |
| Off-Road | 8.5 | Where this car shines |
| PI (Stock) | 745 | Top of A class |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unmatched dirt and rally performance
- AWD + turbo = effortless slides
- Huge aftermarket upgrade potential
- Iconic JDM status, great for photos
- Competitive in A class online
Cons
- Underpowered on long straights
- Top speed limited without engine swap
- Not competitive in S1 road racing
- Turbo lag at low RPM
Best Rally Tuning Setup
Tires & Rims
CompoundRally
Front Width245 mm
Rear Width245 mm
Rim Size18 in
Drivetrain
Final Drive4.44
DifferentialRally (50% rear)
Transmission6-Speed Race
Suspension
SpringsRally (F: 520, R: 500)
Ride HeightF: 6.5, R: 6.8
Anti-Roll BarsF: 22, R: 24
CamberF: -1.2°, R: -1.0°
Aero & Brakes
Front AeroRally splitter
Rear WingSTI adjustable wing
Brake Balance55% front
Brake Pressure95%
How to Get It
Autoshow
Purchase for 52,000 CR. Available from the start.
Accolade Reward
Complete "Rally Champion" accolade series to earn a free S209.
Best Events
| Event Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dirt Racing (A) | S-Tier | Top 3 dirt car in class |
| Trailblazer | S-Tier | Perfect for mixed-surface runs |
| Cross Country | A-Tier | Handles bumps well |
| Road Racing (A) | B-Tier | Viable with road tune |
| Drift Zones | B-Tier | Can drift with AWD diff tune |