When did WRX get turbos?

History of the Subaru WRX engine
The 2014 model year saw the WRX launched as a separate model in its own right. It's included 14 special editions, with a range of performance enhancements on each. Available with a 2.0- and 2.5-liter engine, it has always been turbocharged to increase power in the engine.
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Does every WRX have a turbo?

The WRX comes standard with a 268-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a six-speed manual transmission. A continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is available. Few other cars in the class offer this much horsepower, and the turbo-four engine is potent enough for most driving situations.
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Which WRX has a turbo?

There are two 2019 Subaru models that are powered by a turbocharged BOXER engine WRX and Ascent. Subaru WRX: The Subaru WRX features two turbocharged BOXER engines. The WRX is powered by a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder with 268 horsepower and the WRX STI utilizes a 2.5L turbo four-cylinder that generates 210 horsepower.
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When did Subaru start using turbos?

Turbocharging has been enhancing the driveability of Subaru vehicles since 1983, when the GL Turbo Wagon was introduced. Since then, turbocharging has allowed Subaru cars and SUVs to dominate vehicles with much larger engines, and still return outstanding fuel economy.
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Does the 2013 WRX have a turbo?

The WRX is powered by a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder. Mechanical features include: 265 horsepower and 244 pounds-feet of torque. Five-speed manual transmission.
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What turbo is on a 2011 WRX?

Here, you are looking at the Subaru OEM IHI VF52 Turbocharger. This is the factory turbocharger that came equipped in the Subaru WRX from 2009-2012 models and makes for a nice upgrade over the factory turbocharger.
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What turbo does a 2008 WRX have?

The TD04 turbo (sold by Subaru, actually manufactured by Mitsubishi) is factory-issue on the 2008 WRX and 2005-2007 Legacy GT/Outback XT. It's a direct bolt-on for those cars.
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What turbo does a 2006 WRX have?

Performance is enhanced in the WRX sedan and wagon for 2006, as the new turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder develops 230 hp and 235 pounds-feet of torque. Previous WRX models used a 2.0-liter engine.
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What Subarus come stock with a turbo?

Subaru WRX: The Subaru WRX comes equipped with a standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 268-horsepower. Subaru WRX STI: The lineup of WRX STI models come equipped with a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder Boxer engine that produces 305-horsepower.
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Which Subaru Impreza models have turbo?

Mainstream versions have received "boxer" flat-four engines ranging from 1.5- to 2.5-liters, with the performance-oriented Impreza WRX and WRX STI models uprated with the addition of turbochargers.
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Does WRX STI have turbo?

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The WRX STI's turbocharged 2.5-liter flat-four is eager to rev and pumps out a characteristic flat-four burble from the car's quad exhaust pipes.
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What Subaru has the 2.5 turbo engine?

There are several Subaru models that feature a 2.5 engine. The start of the 2.5 engine was the Legacy, including the EJ25D engine from 1994-1999, EJ251 from 1999-2004, EJ252 from 2000-2002, EJ253 from 2009-2012, EJ255 from 2005-2012, EJ257 from 2005-2006 and the EJ259 in 2004.
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Do all Subarus have turbos?

It's only offered with a 2.5-liter normally-aspirated Boxer engine. All other Subaru models have been upgraded with a new turbocharged engine, or will be soon.
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Does the 2001 WRX have a turbo?

Features. There are very few mechanical differences between the WRX sedan and wagon. Both come with a turbocharged and intercooled 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.
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What year WRX is fastest?

#1 – 2004 Impreza WRX STI WR1 (0-60 4.3s)
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What does the WRX stand for?

The Subaru WRX. It was the original turbocharged “pocket rocket” when launched in Japan in 1992 and since then, the Subaru WRX has become a global phenomenon. The three letters WRX, stand for World Rally Experimental, and marked a serious assault by Subaru on the World of Rallying.
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What turbo is in a 2005 WRX?

Subaru OEM IHI VF39 Turbocharger.
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What turbo is on a 18 WRX?

Overview. The 2018 WRX is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-four with 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque; the quicker WRX STI model gets a 2.5-liter turbo-four with 305 hp and 290 lb-ft.
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What turbo does a 2013 STI have?

About the 2013 Subaru WRX STi (AWD)

The WRX is an all-wheel drive 4 door with 5 seats, powered by a 2.5L TURBO 4 engine that has 221 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 407 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual.
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What turbo is in a 2002 WRX?

Tomioka TD05-18G Turbocharger Subaru WRX 2002-2007 / STI 2004-2021.
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What turbo is in a 2002 Subaru WRX?

2002 subaru WRX Turbocharger - 14411AA383R1 - Genuine subaru Part.
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What turbo does the 2004 WRX have?

The WRX STi comes with a 300-horsepower turbo/intercooled 2.5-liter engine. Five-speed manual and four-speed automatic transmissions are available on all models but the STi.
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Does the 2008 Impreza have a turbo?

Under the hood

The real story behind the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI is in the powertrain, a 2.5-liter boxer four-cylinder engine blown to 305 horsepower with a turbo and intercooler. As we mentioned, the 305 horsepower comes at 6,000rpm, right near redline, and its 290 foot pounds of torque comes in at 4,000rpm.
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What Turbo does a 2011 STI have?

Here, you are looking at the Subaru OEM IHI VF48 Turbocharger. This is the factory turbocharger that came equipped in the Subaru WRX STI from 2008-2019 models and makes for a nice upgrade over the factory turbocharger.
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