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1998 Subaru Impreza 22B-STi version Manual DCCD

Specification specific to Subarus with Applied Model GC8E2SD, main Option Code BJ (see note *), and Trim Code 830

* Cars built for the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) have an additional “C” or “H” as part of their Option Code, which is sometimes shown on the VIN plate. This is not relevant for this specification page and can be ignored.
Displaying Result 2 of 3 PreviousNext Search Subaru Applied Model GC8E2SD
PlatformFirst Generation Subaru Impreza
Body Style2-Door Wide-Body Coupé
Production CycleRevision EJune 1997 to July 1998
Model CodeE-GC8 改 (JDM cars only for emissions classifications)
SteeringRight-Hand Drive
MarketJapanese Domestic Market (JDM)
Production DatesMarch 1998 to July 1998
Date On SaleMarch 1998
Chassis List400  Limited or Special Edition
 
Engine Type
ConfigurationFour Cylinder Horizontally Opposed (“Flat Four”)
Cylinder Bore96.9mm
Stroke75.0mm
Displacement2,212cc
Compression Ratio8.0:1
Fuel TypePetrol
InductionTurbocharged
ValvetrainDouble Overhead Camshaft (DOHC)
Valves164Valves per Cylinder
Peak Power280PSat6,000 rpm
Peak Torque363N·mat3,200rpm
 
Transmission Type Ratio Graph
Transmission5-Speed Manual (5MT)
DriveFull-time Four Wheel Drive with Driver Control Centre Differential (DCCD F4WD)
SuspensionBilstein sports suspension with Eibach springs
Wheel StyleAluminium (BBS) painted Gold
Wheel Size17×8.5JJ ET48
Tyre Size235/40ZR17
 
Colour Options74FPearlescent Blue (“New Rally Blue / Sonic Blue Pearl”)
 
Option Codes
BJ
Steering Gear Ratio 13:1
Option Code Notes
 
Additional NotesLimited Edition car based on the Impreza WRX type R STi version IV, but with restyled bumper, rear spoiler, and extended “Wide-Body” wheel arches, to resemble the WRC97 rally car from the previous year. Also fitted with upgraded Engine (EJ22G), Transmission, Clutch, Suspension and Wheels.
 
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