Subaru WRX STI Isle of Man Time Attack Car '16

aspiration

TC (Turbocharger)

Group

Gr.X

Displacement

2,000 cc

DriveTrain

4WD

Height

1,470 mm

Length

4,595 mm

Weight

1,140 kg

Width

1,850 mm

Max Power

578 BHP / 7,500 rpm

Max Torque

56.0 kgfm / 7,500 rpm

Performance Point

PP 680.25

Manufacturer

Subaru

Subaru WRX STI Isle of Man Time Attack Car '16: The Record-Breaking Machine

The Subaru WRX STI Isle of Man Time Attack Car '16 is an extraordinary purpose-built machine that symbolizes Subaru’s relentless pursuit of speed and performance, particularly on the world stage. Crafted specifically to shatter lap records at the legendary Isle of Man TT Mountain Course, this special version of the WRX STI stands as a testament to the brand’s prowess in rally-inspired engineering and its deep-rooted passion for motorsport.

The story of the 2016 Isle of Man Time Attack Car revolves around a stunning achievement: setting a blistering lap record at the notorious 37.73-mile Mountain Course. Piloted by British rally driver Mark Higgins, this heavily modified WRX STI tackled the treacherous, undulating roads—usually reserved for motorcycles during the annual TT races—at an average speed of over 128 mph, setting a new four-wheel record of 17 minutes and 35 seconds. Compared to a showroom WRX STI, the Time Attack Car featured comprehensive modifications including a full roll cage, uprated suspension, advanced aerodynamics, and a powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter Boxer engine prepared by Prodrive to handle the extreme demands of the course.

This record run not only underscored Subaru’s engineering excellence but also highlighted the brand’s close ties with the Isle of Man, where Higgins had previously set and then broken his own records with successive Subaru models. The 2016 Time Attack Car was celebrated for its perfect balance of speed, agility, and durability—qualities that have made the WRX STI a legend among performance car enthusiasts.

In the world of Gran Turismo 7, the Subaru WRX STI Isle of Man Time Attack Car ‘16 is a digital embodiment of Subaru’s racing heritage. For players, it offers a chance to experience the thrill of record-breaking performance, blending the real-life engineering marvels of rally and time-attack disciplines with the excitement of sim racing. Whether on the virtual TT Mountain Course or the world’s greatest circuits, this car stands as an icon of what Subaru and its dedicated engineers can achieve.