“After spending several hours behind the wheel of the new STi, we can tell you that if Subaru is ever going to win another championship based on a road car, this will be the vehicle that does it.” — Edmunds.com
“The STi has a tighter, firmer setup that handles well but is so safe and forgiving that you feel far more daring flinging it through whatever corners you feel inclined to fling it.” — AutoWeek
“The interior likewise hints at this car's rally-racing roots. There is no radio, for instance, the idea being to save weight. Ditto the lack of floormats and the super-thin glass in the rear window.” — AutoWeek
