A Planted Technology seat bracket for the Subaru Impreza 2008 to 2011 and the WRX and STI 2008 to 2014. Part number SB020.
Note the two date ranges: Subaru kept the WRX and STI on this floor for three years after the ordinary Impreza moved on. That is why one bracket covers both and why the years differ, so check which car you have rather than assuming.
The hatchback STI
This generation is the one that gave us the hatchback STI, which divided opinion at the time and is now the one people want. It is also the generation where Subaru put a proper multi link rear end under the car.
Why an Impreza gets seated
On loose surfaces the car moves under you constantly and the standard seat lets you move with it. That is tiring within an hour, and it gets worse once a harness is fitted, because the harness holds you to a seat that is itself shifting.
The STI came with better bolstered seats than the WRX. If yours has them, tell us before you spend.
Practical
Side airbags and occupancy sensing are fitted. Handed, so order twice for a pair.
Have you written anything useful for my car?
Yes: Top 5 reclining seat choices for your Subaru Impreza WRX/STI, including our fitting guide, and Lexus Planted Technology Frames Updated For 2026. Those are written around the same car, from real fittings and customer questions, so they are worth a look before you decide.
Will this fit my car?
This frame is made for the Subaru Impreza (2008-2011) / WRX/STI (2008-2014). Chassis code and years matter more than the badge, as floor pans change between generations, so if your car sits near a changeover year, send us the registration and we will confirm before you order.
Which seats does it take?
Check the bolt pattern in the specification against your seat. The Compatible seats tab above lists what bolts straight on. If your seat is not listed, tell us what you run and we will confirm the fit.
Do I keep fore-and-aft adjustment?
Only with a sliding runner between the frame and the seat, which is a separate part on Planted frames. If more than one person drives the car, budget for the runner. Our guide to sliding runners explains the options and widths.
Is this for the driver or passenger side?
Both sides are available on this listing, pick driver or passenger side at the point of order (sides listed are for right-hand-drive cars). Left-hand-drive car? Ask us, as the sides swap over and availability varies by model.