Yes, I am aware of that
Yes, I am aware of that version, but it is in another price class. And I still suspect the record setting STI RA was tweaked further at the Ring than the one your Subie dealer offers. But it is excellent , as it should be for the cost. My bottom line is you can't go too wrong with either the STI or Type R. Unless you live in northern CO. In which case the Subie is mandatory. Just as the Type R is perfect for the AZ desert which mine resides in.