Top Cars: Video: 2011 Subaru WRX STI laps Nurburgring in 7:55

2011 Subaru WRX STI laps Nurburgring in 7:55

Subaru has been using the Nurburgring Nordschleife course since 1992 for advanced R&D as well as tests of the WRX and WRX STI models. Yesterday, the company announced that its 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI lapped the Nordschleife track in just 7:55, which is 4 seconds faster than the previous fastest time recorded in 2004.

“The concept of the 2011MY WRX STI is ‘The Fastest WRX STI Ever,’” Subaru said in a statement. “At Subaru, the phrase “Fastest” refers to more than just top speed or maximum engine output. It implies driving with confidence. The WRX STI can be taken to its “fastest ever” performance by providing the driver with total driving control with confidence.”

Piloted by Tommi Makinen, the legendary four-time World Rally Champion, the 2011 WRX STI that ran the Nurburgring lap received some significant upgrades.

The 2011 Subaru WRX STI 4-door will go on sale world-wide this summer. Upgrades to the 4-door version will be carried over to the 5-door model.