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Subaru WRX / STI Brake Kits, Rotors & Pads

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Subaru WRX & STI Brake Kits, Rotors & Pads

Shop Subaru WRX and STI brake kits with G11H18 rotors. BRZ owners see our BRZ page. Lifetime warranty.

Scroll down for full specs, warranty details, and technical deep-dives - or pick a model and open a kit now.

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Subaru WRX / STI Brakes: Why OEM Falls Short

The Subaru WRX / STI puts real thermal stress on factory brakes. Ghost Brakes upgrades deliver stronger stopping with less fade, less dust, and longer rotor life than OEM G3000 replacements.

Ghost Brakes G11H18 drilled and slotted rotors, carbon ceramic pads, and GEOMET® coating close the gap between factory cost targets and real-world stopping demands.

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Subaru WRX / STI Rotors: G11H18 vs G3000 OEM

Searching for subaru wrx / sti rotors usually means OEM rotors already warped, glazed pads, or heavy dust on your wheels. G3000 zinc-coated factory rotors cannot shed heat as fast as G11H18 high-carbon iron under repeated hard stops.

Diamond slots and cross-drills evacuate heat and gas from the pad face. GEOMET outlasts thin zinc plating in salt and humid climates — real G11H18 cannot be zinc-coated, which is how you spot genuine metallurgy versus repainted budget rotors.

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Subaru WRX / STI Brake Pads: Carbon Ceramic vs OEM Semi-Metallic

OEM semi-metallic pads fade under sustained load and produce heavy dust. Ghost Brakes carbon ceramic compounds maintain friction at higher temperatures with dramatically less dust — typically 3–5× longer life versus factory replacements.

Follow the break-in procedure after install for quiet operation and peak bite.

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Complete Subaru WRX / STI Brake Kits

Partial upgrades — pads on worn rotors or fresh rotors with cheap compounds — leave pulsation and fade unresolved. Ghost Brakes Subaru WRX / STI kits address rotors, pads, and thermal management together with a lifetime warranty and free continental US shipping.

Compare Ghost Brakes vs PowerStop and 2-piece vs 1-piece rotors when choosing your tier.

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Lifetime Warranty & Expert Support

Every Ghost Brakes kit ships with expert fitment support, bolt-on install, and warranty coverage for manufacturing defects and premature wear — dealer-free pricing on hardware built for how Subaru WRX / STI owners actually drive.

Subaru WRX / STI - Choose your rotor style

Drilled & slotted 1-piece rotors, or step up to 2-piece floating rotors for maximum heat capacity.

GEOMET D&S
Drilled & slotted face with GEOMET® coating
Carbon ceramic brake pads
View GEOMET D&S kits →
2-Piece
G3500 aluminum-hat 2-piece floating
Available for select vehicles only
View 2-Piece kits →

2-piece vs 1-piece guide

Ghost Brakes vs OEM & zinc-coated rotors

Side-by-side specs for shoppers comparing real metallurgy and coating — not marketing labels.

SpecGhost BrakesTypical OEM / budget upgrade
Rotor metallurgyG11H18 high-carbon iron (555) or G3500 two-piece rings (777)G3000-class cast iron
Surface finishDrilled & diamond-slotted (555) or 2-piece floating (777)Smooth or lightly slotted; often repainted zinc
Corrosion coatingGEOMET® — zinc-free, cannot be applied to G11H18Thin zinc plating (fails in salt climates)
PadsCarbon ceramic — low dust, fade-resistantSemi-metallic OEM compound
WarrantyLifetime — free continental US shipping12–24 month limited / prorated

Frequently Asked Questions

What rotors come in a Subaru WRX / STI brake kit?

Ghost Brakes Subaru WRX / STI kits include G11H18 high-carbon iron drilled and diamond-slotted rotors with GEOMET coating (555 tier) or 2-piece floating rotors (777 tier where offered), matched to Subaru fitment.

Drilled and slotted rotor with GEOMET coating
Ghost Brakes drilled and slotted rotor detail

Why upgrade Subaru WRX / STI brakes over OEM?

Factory Subaru WRX / STI rotors use G3000 cast iron and semi-metallic pads optimized for cost. Ghost Brakes G11H18 metallurgy resists warp under heat, GEOMET coating outlasts zinc plating, and carbon ceramic pads fade less when you rally or track a WRX STI.

Are Subaru WRX / STI Ghost Brakes kits direct bolt-on?

Yes. Every Subaru WRX / STI kit bolts to factory calipers with no machining. Confirm year and trim in the product grid or fitment tool before ordering.

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What is the difference between G11H18 and G3000 rotors?

G11H18 is high-carbon iron used on Ghost Brakes 555 drilled and slotted rotors — better heat absorption and warp resistance than OEM G3000 zinc-coated castings. Real G11H18 cannot be zinc-plated; GEOMET proves the metallurgy upgrade.

Do Subaru WRX / STI kits include pads and a warranty?

Complete kits include matched carbon ceramic pads, hardware where applicable, lifetime warranty, and free continental US shipping.

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How do I pick the right Subaru WRX / STI kit for my year?

Use the model filter bubbles on this page or the year-specific fitment link to open kits filtered to your exact Subaru year and trim.

Ready to order? Check exact fitment for your year → See all available kits filtered to your year, confirm part numbers, and go direct to checkout.

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G11H18 rotors, carbon ceramic pads, GEOMET coating - lifetime warranty

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