Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan 2002

The 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX is a sedan car manufactured by Subaru.
==Description==
The 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan was a highly anticipated model due to its first facelift, also known as the 'Blobeye' due to its distinctive round headlight design. As with the first generation, the focus was on performance with the turbocharged WRX and WRX STI variants available in various specifications. Limited edition models were also offered, with the STI models being especially sought after for their increased power and handling capabilities.
Subaru made yearly updates to the WRX and WRX STI, constantly improving upon cosmetics, equipment levels, and performance. The STI models in particular received numerous enhancements, solidifying their reputation as high-performance vehicles. This was evident in their involvement in motorsports, where they competed in a variety of events such as the World Rally Championship, Super GT, 2006 D1 Grand Prix season, Formula Drift, Canadian Touring Car Championship, Pirelli World Challenge, Japanese Touring Car Championship, and TCR International Series.
In 2010, Compass 360 Racing utilized an Impreza in the Canadian Touring Car Championship, showcasing the versatility of the vehicle in different racing environments. This was further demonstrated when in April 2010, a modified third generation WRX STI, driven by rally legend Tommi Mäkinen, set a lap record of 7:55 on the challenging Nürburgring Nordschleife, solidifying its capabilities on and off the track.
The Impreza WRX STI continued to break records, with driver Mark Higgins using a stock Impreza to set a lap record at the Isle of Man TT course in 2011. This feat was further surpassed in 2016, when Higgins broke the record once again in a modified WRX STI.
Subaru's involvement in rallycross also expanded in 2012 when they formed the Subaru Puma Rallycross Team USA, with drivers Dave Mirra, Bucky Lasek, and Sverre Isachsen competing in the Global RallyCross Championship. They also participated in the 2014 FIA World Rallycross Championship, showcasing the versatility and adaptability of the Impreza in this high-intensity motorsport.
The Impreza WRX has also proven itself in endurance racing, with wins in prestigious events such as the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, Eastern Creek 12 Hour, and the Bathurst 12 Hour. Most recently, in 2017, driver Hitoshi Goto won the Super Taikyu Series, further solidifying Subaru's success in motorsports.
==Trivia==
*They released the first facelift of their popular Impreza model, better known as the 'Blobeye' due to its unique round headlights.
*This Car Jumps into Motorsports.
*In April 2010, a modified third generation WRX STI, driven by rally legend Tommi Mäkinen, set a lap record of 7:55 on the challenging Nürburgring Nordschleife, solidifying its capabilities on and off the track.
*Subaru Shared with SAAB.
==Gallery==
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