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As thrilling as it is to drive a 2010 WRX STI, the engineers at Subaru must be the kind of guys that ride those insane high G force roller coasters over and over, because for 2011 they’ve fine-tuned the WRX STI to have even better grip, tighter steering, improved aerodynamics, and less body roll and understeer. The new 2011 Subaru WRX STI is, well, flat out fun.

For starters, the new STI has an overhauled suspension, with 16 percent stiffer springs compared to the 2010 STI Special Edition, and pillow-ball bushings in place of what used to be hard rubber pieces, making it easier to turn at a constant steering angle than with previous year models and reducing understeer as well. In the back the rear springs are 29 percent firmer than the ’10 STI SE. In order to reduce body roll the front and rear anti-roll bars were each given a little more thickness. On the test track these changes to the suspension are dramatically noticeable.

Under the hood the 2011 WRX STI remains the same, with a 305-hp turbocharged flat four tied to a 6 speed manual transmission. Drivers can fine-tune the throttle response with SI-Drive, and the advanced All-Wheel-Drive system’s multiple modes allows the driver to choose a center-differential locking level manually (or, of course, the car can do it by itself as well).

The 2011 STI also comes in a 4-door sedan as well as the 5-door hatchback body style. Both have some new exterior styling, with a more aggressive front end and a blacked out grille. On the inside the stereo sees an upgrade from last year’s model, with standard Bluetooth, auxiliary, and iPod/USB connectivity. Limited Models, available only in the sedan, have leather seats, a sunroof, foglight, and lightweight BBS Wheels.

If you’re ready to unleash your wild side with this untamed beast, the 2011 Subaru WRX STI is now available at Reeves Subaru of Tampa.

Photos from Subaru.com

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