Editing Subaru Forester (section)

=== {{Anchor|Forester STI|STI SG|STI SF}}Forester STi (SF and SG; 2004) ===
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[[File:Subaru Forester STI (2).jpg|thumb|Subaru Forester STI]]
In 2004, Subaru launched the Forester STi for the Japanese market only. A "sportier" version of the standard second-gen (SG) Forester, the Forester STi incorporated most of the running components from the WRX STi, with several other changes. It was never sold outside of Japan.

The Forester STi exterior was modified with additions such as a redesigned front fascia with new headlights, front bumper, grille and "STi" badged covered fog lights, like those seen on the Impreza WRX STi. The rear fascia was also redesigned with revised taillights, a revised rear bumper, and an added rear spoiler.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Autotrader - page unavailable |url=https://www.autotrader.com/car-news/subaru-forester-sti-was-real-rare-and-very-cool-281474979936497 |access-date=2021-02-18 |website=www.autotrader.com}}</ref>

Multiple changes were made to the engine and the mechanical components of the Forester to create the Forester STi. They include the engine, which received a 2.5-liter turbocharged flat-four [block designated EJ255, not from the WRX STi which used a block designated EJ257], making {{cvt|265|PS|hp kW|0}} and 186.0&nbsp;lb-ft of torque. While the block was not shared with the STI, the Forester STI shared the STI’s better breathing manifold, painted in matt crinkle red, allowing it to produce more power and torque than other 2.5l EJ255 engined SG9 Foresters sold in AU/NZ from 2003-2008.  

A much stronger six-speed manual gearbox, from the WRX STI, a larger intercooler, and a low-back-pressure exhaust system were also added. The top three ratios of the gearbox are 14 percent taller to match the engine's torque curve, raising the vehicle’s top speed and allowing more relaxed highway cruising at lower rpm  .<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Lyon |first=Peter |date=2004-08-01 |title=2005 Subaru Forester STi |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15132822/subaru-forester-sti-mini-test-road-test |access-date=2021-02-18 |website=Car and Driver |language=en-US}}</ref> As the result, the 2006 Forester STi accelerates from {{convert|0|-|60|mph|km/h|abbr=on}} in 5.2 seconds, {{convert|0|-|62|mph|km/h|abbr=on}} in 5.4 seconds, and does the quarter mile in 14.1 seconds at {{convert|97.0|mph|km/h|abbr=on}}. It can reach a top speed of {{convert|140|mph|km/h|abbr=on}} and has a power to weight ratio of 174&nbsp;hp per ton.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Subaru Forester STi 2.5L Turbo - [2006] Performance Figures, Specs and Technical Information.|url=https://www.autosnout.com/Figures-Specs/Subaru-Forester-STi-2-5L-Turbo-2006/884 |access-date=2021-02-18 |website=www.autosnout.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Top Speed Subaru Forester STi 2.5L Turbo - [2006] Max Speed, mph, kph, performance figures, specs and more |url=https://www.autosnout.com/Top-Speed/Subaru-Forester-STi-2-5L-Turbo-2006/884 |access-date=2021-02-18 |website=www.autosnout.com}}</ref>

To cope with the extra power made by the new engine, the Forester STi got many upgraded suspension components including STi sport springs, revised struts at each corner, and bigger anti-roll bars and cross-members. These changes resulted in a 1.2 inch lower ride height and improved resistance to torsional forces. Rolling resistance was also improved, but the higher center of gravity of the Forester still remained.<ref name=":0" /> The Forester STi is also equipped with a new steering rack with a quicker [[Steering ratio|ratio]] that leads to a more deliberate turn-in.<ref name=":0" /><!--What does any of this mean?-->

The Forester STi got 18-inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels with 225/45R-18 Bridgestone Potenza tires. Four-piston Brembo brakes, painted red, are employed on the front wheels, and two-piston Brembo are used at the rear,greatly enhancing braking performance and lowering stopping distances and fade resistance under heavy use. <ref name=":0" /> It also has special STi bucket seats, unique to the Forester STI, trimmed in dark grey cloth, deeply moulded for much stronger hip and torso support.  A smaller leather MOMO steering wheel, and a weighted, leather shift knob with red stitching and a H-pattern 6-speed shift map.<ref name=":0" />{{Clear}}