Peter Stevens, who designed the original Impreza WRC in 1997, as well as subsequent Prodrive limited edition Imprezas, restyled a number of features for the P25. Working alongside the Prodrive Engineering Team, overseen by Technical Director, David Lapworth, the modern version took its heart and spirit from the original World Rally Car, the WRC97.

The technical focus was on making P25 lighter, more powerful and even better handling than its competition predecessor. As a result, the Prodrive P25 is, quite simply, the best road-going Subaru Impreza ever built.

A brand new 2.5 litre Prodrive-built turbocharged four- Cylinder boxer engine was based on the EJ25 and produced 450bhp.

Improvement was thanks to bespoke internal components, including forged pistons, steel con rods, ported cylinder heads and new value seats for improved airflow and combustion, and a valve train with variable cam timing. There was a Garrett performance road turbo with a high-performance intercooler and airbox as well as an Akrapovič titanium tipped racing exhaust system.

The front and rear carbon wheel arches took their cue from the original WRC97, allowing for a wider track.

Increased power was delivered to all four wheels with a drivetrain via an adjustable active centre differential and limited slip differentials front and rear. Strut suspension was retained, but machined aluminium uprights tuned for camber and geometry optimised the wider track and lowered ride height. Bilstein dampers were adjustable for compression and rebound, while the springs and anti-roll bars optimised the tarmac handling.

Stopping power was provided by AP Racing brakes with 380 mm vented discs and six-piston callipers at the front and 350 mm vented discs and four-piston callipers at the rear with floating bells and multiple pad options. Prodrive GC-012L 8.5 x 19 rims were fitted with Bridgestone Potenza Sport 235/35 R 19 tyres which were selected during rigorous testing for their peak performance and durability.