Subaru has announced that it will be introducing a new special edition Impreza, the WRX 300.

The WRX 300 will feature a Prodrive Performance Pack boosting power output to 163bhp and a 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds and top speed of 145mph.

Specification includes 17-inch alloy wheels with 215/45 tyres, an aluminium gear knob, WRX-branded carpet mats and a ‘Subaru World Rally Team’ logo on the front seats and front lamp covers.

Also included in the package is an RAC ‘Trackstar’ anti-theft device plus one-year’s free membership.

The WRX 300 goes on sale from late May priced at £21,495 on-the-road. There will be 300 models available.