Everyone thought the rumor that Subaru would be dropping its popular WRX model when it launches a redesigned Impreza was bunk. The rumor originated with an article by Autocar that stated Subaru had “no plans to carry over the intermediate WRX model.” Michael McHale, Subaru’s Director of Corporate Communications, got in touch with Autoblog to let us know that the WRX is safe and will be present after the relaunch of the redesigned Impreza. Those worrying that the Impreza will only be offered as a five-door hatchback in the future can rest easy, too.

Sedan variants will be offered, presumably along with the five-door hatchback we’ve seen in spy shots. We still expect to see the new Impreza at the New York Auto Show in early April, though it’s unclear whether or not Subaru will follow Mitsubishi’s lead and introduce only the standard models before trotting out the hotted up WRX and STi variants. We’ll be on hand in the Big Apple to let you know from the show floor.