Subaru WRX Gr.B Rally Car

aspiration

TC (Turbocharger)

Group

Gr.B

Displacement

- cc

DriveTrain

4WD

Height

1,409 mm

Length

4,692 mm

Weight

1,280 kg

Width

2,038 mm

Max Power

521 BHP / 7,500 rpm

Max Torque

61.0 kgfm / 4,500 rpm

Performance Point

PP 656.42

Manufacturer

Subaru

Subaru WRX Gr.B Rally Car: A Tribute to Rally Heritage and Virtual Excellence

The Subaru WRX Gr.B Rally Car is a celebrated fictional creation within the Gran Turismo 7 universe, taking creative inspiration from Subaru's rich rallying past and the innovative spirit behind Group B rally cars of the 1980s. While it isn't a real-world vehicle, it pays homage to the legendary performance and engineering associated with Subaru's rally cars, most notably the Impreza WRX that dominated the World Rally Championship in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The WRX Gr.B Rally Car, as envisioned in GT7, merges cutting-edge video game design with an appreciation for motorsport history.

In Gran Turismo 7, the Subaru WRX Gr.B Rally Car stands out not only for its aggressive, wide-body styling but also for its formidable all-wheel-drive system and turbocharged flat-four engine—hallmarks of Subaru's rally-tuned engineering. Designed for ultimate performance on a variety of surfaces, from gravel to tarmac, the car offers players a thrilling experience rooted in the high-speed, high-risk ethos that defined Group B rally cars before the class was disbanded in 1986.

While the WRX Gr.B Rally Car never actually competed in real-world motorsport, its virtual presence is a nod to Subaru’s international rally successes. Subaru, with drivers like Colin McRae, Richard Burns, and Petter Solberg, solidified its legend in the rallying world with numerous championship wins, making it a favorite among rally fans. The fictional Gr.B car in GT7 keeps this spirit alive, allowing a new generation of gamers to experience the excitement and intensity of rally competition, all while showcasing the capabilities Subaru might display if Group B regulations were still in play today.