2021 Subaru WRX & STI | Is a Limited Worth It? [Base vs. Premium vs. Limited]
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- 2021 Subaru WRX & STI | Is the Limited Trim Worth It?
This video is an options package review for the newer 2018+ Subaru WRX's and STI's, but specifically the 2021 Subaru WRX and the 2021 Subaru WRX STI. I review base vs premium vs limited. I weigh in about the sport package, winter package, Recaro's, Brembo brakes, etc. This is applicable for 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 Subaru WRX's and STI's.
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Just bought a limited wrx! One of the best vehicles I’ve ever been in and gonna drive it 4 hours from the dealership right back home :)
A used limited is def worth it. The base is too bare bones. And the weight you save is not worth it unless you plan are tracking the car a lot.
The limited wrx it’s coming with recaro seats??
@@miguelcervantes3950 It's an option. Not standard, unless they changed it for the new ones.
I hope you still got it, cause Subarus discontinuing it and it’s about to sky rocket in price. 🥶🥶
Just bought a 21 base STI. Loving it. I care about performance and less bells and whistles. I traded a 17 Outback Touring and already my rear hatch had stopped working on it. All electronic BS. I wasted money on all that electronic crap. Will never do it again.
But new STI has great radio on base. I even think it sounds better then the Harmann Kardon stereo on my OB. Recaro seats. Who cares. The base sti seats are just as good. Don't care about a moonroof. Less to go wrong when you simplify, if you ask me.
Great vid man.
Laura's husband posted above btw
lol, congrats on the new ride! Thank you for the support!
Hi Laura, do you mind sharing what selling price and out the door price was. Were you able to negotiate at all? Hoping to buy the same exact car as you in the coming weeks. Also, did they let you test drive? my local dealerships are saying no test driving STIs. Did you have any issue with the current inventory? I want a lapis blue, but I might have to travel hundreds of miles to get it. Thanks for any info.
I have a 2015 STI base and I really enjoy it. I went from a 2011 WRX to my current STI and for me it was night and day. I prefer a more tight steering and smoother transmission in the STI. For me the Limited STI is not something I really care about that includes the leather seats, moon roof, and upgraded wheels. The only thing I did to mine was put muffler deletes on and upgrade my wheels. It runs great and has plenty of performance for the back roads. I currently have 93,000 miles on it and no problems at all. So, overall my biggest complaint with the 2011 WRX was how the transmission felt. Great video on your feelings about the WRX and STI trim levels.
I love TH-cam man. It really shows me what I need . Your videos have been massively HELPful . Thanks for the advice earlier as well. Though I am in the market for. Anew car and it’ll be my first New car.
Thanks for the support!
Good content. This is why I went with a 2020 premium. I wanted a sunroof & fog lights but didn't care bout having leather. Plus allow me to mod more wit the saved cash.
^exactly what I want to do!
2015 WRX Limited... In my opinion I enjoy the leather seats it makes the interior a more pleasant place to be. The cloth felt really cheap to me, and I get that it's a performance-first car but the leather seats and moon roof really make it feel more complete on the interior. But I see the point, if you can save thousands not having those things definitely have to weigh the pros and cons.
Appreciate your honesty
I brought my21 wrx premium I love it
how much did you end up paying for yours? just purchased a 2021 premium wrx w/sti short shifter/exhaust
Me too
Do you have the push start button? And turning lights?
My 2017 WRX is a great car but the next car will be the new STI. Your not wrong for what you are saying. The STI limited is what I'm going to get next time.
I’m going to go for a wrx limited
I don’t have the time nor space to modify anything myself, and I don’t want/need an sti bc idrc about that MUCH of performance
I just want to add my own exterior modifications and drive this car into my death bed 😂
Same, I just want a couple cool things on the outside while I’m comfortable in the inside and keep the rest stock, helps with resale value since we wouldn’t be risking blowing shit up 😂
I bought a 2020 WRX premium w/ 26 mi and currently has 7,100 mi and already has issues. I'm waiting for the 2022 models to come out and trade in. More horse power.
What issues are you having?
This is a great topic to talk about. I started with my base model WRX 2017. I put a vortex generator on ,OEM foglights,and rally armor mudflaps.
I bought the limited thinking it was the mid level trim.
I've been driving it around thinking the premiums must be some Sci fi kind of vehicle. I was just sold on the all black leather seats and sound system.
Idk why, but limited sounds like it's below premium to me.
My only complaint about it is it's turning out to be really difficult to get an aftermarket sub installed
The reason why they went with the name Limited goes back to the Limited edition STIs and other limited models they used to make. Which were really limited.
That was because you got the HK upgrade, if you skipped that you would've never had sub issues
The base is legit best deal. I didnt want a push start or sunroof. I got aftermarket fog lights because the stock ones were not very good. Base is lighter and you get more head room because of the lack of sun roof. Also 17" is a better size for winter wheel setup so I converted my 17s to winter wheels and got aftermarket wheels in 18" with summer tires.
Where did you get your aftermarket fog lights I have a base and I really want fog lights on it!
@@colek2470 subispeed. They have a lot of options for aftermarket parts. Browse and see which style you like best.
Limited has better headlights and fogs... depends on your commute the limited seats are better than the base but that’s just my tea I drive my 2020 limited 2 plus hours a day so.
@@BBayron1996 I just installed led headlights and taillights on mine and added fog lights. I have no issues with my base seats. I'm just glad they aren't leather. The leather is comfy but gets damaged easily.
@@ranran2218 had mine for 4 months now haven’t had anything happen but I also detail it weekly and keep the car like I just drove it off the lot. How much did the lights run you?
How do you feel about the 2.0 vs 2.5 liter? Transmission differences?
The base is lighter too...
I went to order an STI today and they had a wrx limited there so decided to test drive it since I hadnt been in a subaru yet, 90 min later i was driving the wrx limited home instead.
The story of many! Congrats on the ride!
Performance package on the Premium also takes away the moonroof. Would have kept it if I could have on my 2019.
Yeah I think I could deal with it lol
thinking about getting a premium version because I like the moon roof and its a little better on fuel efficiency and that spoiler on the sti is ugly af
Thank you for this video bro! very practical! for those guys who cares about performance listen to this guys
Difference between the WRX and STI is basically the FA/EJ and the TY85/95 Transmission.
and the brakes, and the suspension, and all 3 diffs, and the wheels, and the tires. Nothing basically about it lol. The entire drivetrain is different. It's a totally different car. They just look similar cosmetically.
Great video bro
I'd like to hear a personal comparison between the CVT, 6-speed, and the STi, since you've owned 2 of 3 and test drove the other. For those still making a decision (I plan to buy after the 2022 release and a possible drop in VA body prices people jumping ship for more power) ... hearing your honest opinions would be great. You seem to be finding exactly what you want in the experiences you are sharing with us. CVT with frills to manual with none, back to a more comfy car soon with a looming STi purchase.
I'm thinking of doing the opposite of what it appears you will have going for you ... I'll have a VA STi and look to buy a next gen after a few years WRX Limited, hopefully they have the CVT tightened up and available to really differentiate the two vehicles ;) I still try to let a rational part of me talk myself 'down' to a 6-speed or even a CVT as I have no issues with CVTs when done well and I won't be, what do the kids say? hooning it around to put much stress on it :p
Why did you choose the 6 speed over the STi? Have you driven a BRZ? if so, how does the suspension 'harshness' compare between the three? How does the electric rack vs the hydraulic rack steering feel in comparison to you? How did the shifting linkage feel between the two? The gearing? Was it the 4500 vs 2500 rpm peak torque part of the decision? Any other interesting quirks between the two or other things that influenced your decision making? Fuel mileage a concern? The CVT and STi ratings are pretty close and my educated guess is most people drive an STi harder than the WRX as a whole or maybe better said, there would be very few people who buy an STi and try to 'hypermile' it for shits and giggles to get an idea of what it could actually do. I've gotten 30 mpg in an RX-8 that is notorious for being bad on gas with people getting 12 mpg because they drive like they are toddlers in a bumper car rink every time they are moving.
I'll hunt around your channel some more and see what I can find ;) Good luck on your ventures! :)
^love this. I will work on making a video about this!
I have a 2021 WRX ceramic white base model. Love it because I can do whatever I want seats engine louder exhaust and nothing in it I need to take off etc.
It could also be a difference of the EJ vs FA engine if your into the gear head aspect (your mentioning of performance). More history and knows with the EJ and modifying vs the FA but from what I hear about the 2022 engines seems like Subaru is looking to put EJ’s in the rear view mirror. I’m a Limited WRX owner and interested to see the growth of the FA tuning knowledge moving forward as someone who wants a fun daily driver.
Will do!
Great video idea!
FA 24 who knows when they are releasing them ? End of this year?
Love my 19 base model but oh dear the stereo needs upgraded so badly
Terrible Stereo sound system . I notice on my 2020
Anyone that owns a wrx or sti don’t give a single cent for the word comfort, I owned an 18 wrx and it is the most uncomfortable vehicle I’ve owned in my life. People buy these cars because of the way it looks and it’s awd system.
I drove one across the country and I hated the fucking car afterwards lol
So If i have a 2017 subaru wrx and it has all leather seats and eveything, but it dosent have a push to start is it a premium?
“Fully specd 2022 STI”
I’m sorry man. It hurts to hear you say that :(
Mind blown: that's my town you're driving in 😂
where are you from??
I'm in southeastern NC, so don't need a windshield wiper blade heater. I don't care about moon roof. I would probably rather put on after market slotted rotors down the road, but it would be after other arguably more exciting mods. I don't care about .5"+ touchscreen, and I would replace the rims anyway. HOWEVER, heated seats are almost worth the extra dough in and of themselves. Heated seats with the windows cracked in November is life. Guess I'm going base!
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I'm looking into buying a 2021 WRX Premium instead of the STI so I can have the automatic transmission. Do you know what kind of horsepower could be gained with a Stage 1 tuner added to it?
Is the 2021 STI worth it for my next car ?
I’m looking for a fast manual
Hey, yes it is. I love mine, got it a year ago. You'll enjoy it if you like actually driving!
sub'd simply for the mass plate, used to run up there with a red SRT-4 decades ago...now running a 21' wrx limited (non SRH lights)
Give me a widebody looking WRX with all the features on the sport or limited with 300HP stock, brembos, and a solid exhaust and Im SOLD. Please subaru upgrade the exterior as well in 2022 !
Do all limiteds come with the Harmon Kardon system? I’m waiting for some money to come in within the next week or 2 and I want the limited trim but after browsing I notice that not all of them have the Harmon badge on the front door speakers
No they don’t unfortunately. They have to be spec’ed!
Yea I have a 2016 limited, no harmon kardon and no push to start unfortunately 😣. If you put an exhaust on the car you'll forget that the audio is terrible though lol
@@alexs_wrex 18+ comes with push start standard. 16 didnt, you needed the HK /navigation add on
I love the adaptive led headlights offered in the limited. The leather seats i was very unhappy with. I have a 19 and keep it clean and the seats are starting to crack already.
Oh jeez, not good! I had them on my 15 WRX for a solid year of heavy use with no issues.
@@AutoEnthusiast I looked at a 19 sti the other day and the leather seats in them looked heavily worn. Im glad I dont have them.
Leather seats need to be cleaned and conditioned a couple times a year to keep from getting cracks. it could be a cheaper leather in the Subaru's so then it would need more attention to conditioning.
@@crackedbrainOG yes, I agree for sure. I use lexol, which helps but I think I would have liked alcantara or cloth more.
@@joestasi8329 I also have Lexol for my Mustang. Do you have a Limited WRX? I want one for a daily driver.
WRX = 2.0L STI = 2.5L??
The WRX is the gateway into the STi . I’ve had both and they are both great . The STI is MUCH better though . Everything is better , from the steering to the braking, seats , adaptive headlights , dccd, dynamic controls , boxer rumble , better engine/ transmission. The list goes on . Don’t buy the premium or limited models they are good but they cost about the same price as an STI .
Couldn't agree more, except the higher price and potentially higher cost to maintain.
For some folks the 10k price bump isn’t feasible.
Used with clean tittle and under 100k miles for limited and premium around my area are going for 21 k and under found some going for 16k and 19k
This video needs a different name. It’s really click bate if you came here looking for the sti info. Great on the wrx. Not so much on the sti stuff.
i care about seats mostly, the adaptive headlights seem cool but not necessary. so Im still unsure.
There’s a 2021 Limited I’m eyeing on right now, if things work out, I’m gonna pull the trigger(I’ve been driving my one and only car since 2005)
Let me know how it goes, I'm doing the same in two days
I made an appointment with the saleswoman to go see the car. The moment came, I went to the dealership & met with her. After a bit of chit chat, & waiting. She came back & told me that the dealer took it auction already. I felt a little disappointed, but it was my fault for not taking the chance to come in early. From its online listing, the car looks nice, with low mileage
It would help if you had a list written on-screen and better organization. Also, you kept saying "let's get straight into the video" many times and you didn't get straight into it lol
I got the 2020 WRX Limited and it’s an excellent daily . My only worry is that their won’t be much innovative ideas for the next models on the line-up. Are there any official sources with the next release of the 2021 or 2022 WRX/STI ?
I think it is official that the next gen wont come until 2022 at least. I think the tech and interior will be significantly upgraded. I also think the upward power potential will increase. Just my two cents
@@AutoEnthusiast let’s just hope they don’t increase the HP by 5 like they did to the 2019 STI 😂
@@exoticm3 it might happen lol
does the adaptive headlight only comes in the limited trim?I’m in the market for the wrx..I appreciate the info thank you
Pretty sure only the WRX Limited model has LED headlights. The 18+ wrx limited have the steering adaptive headlights while the 15-17 just have regular Led headlights. The led headlights have a black housing while the halogen ones are chrome. The led ones look much better imo.
I have a limited and love it
In the market for one do you regret getting the base I’m in Wisconsin so the deicer wipers might be beneficial but if that’s one of the only things that you would prefer idk if it’s worth the extra money. I do also want to add some upgrades to it
thats weird because i find my friends stock sti easier to daily drive than my stock 15+ wrx, Its night and day without the rev hang on the STI
The gearing on the sti is different which makes 1st gear actually usable unlike on the wrx where's it's super jerky at slow speeds
Jinx adc
Does the 2021 wrx premium come with the center diff?
What a crap location for a front number plate🤮
Is the 2021 exactly the same as the 2020?
Get the premium
what new with the wrx sti 2021?
Are the 2022 models gonna be different than the current ones ??
Yes whole new redesign and different engine from what i heard
mufflers. Next car will be the new STI. I can't wait for the new 2022 STI. I think the exterior and the new motor will be great 👍. Stay safe brother and keep making great videos. Subies forever.
Nope. 😂 the design is downgrade.
This didn't age well 😂
This was a good video.... I’m in between a base and premium... 🙄🙄 The moonroof is what I really want..
Moon roof is waste too me but each his own
Altezza447 - I’ve heard similar - what’s your reasoning? Some say headspace. Others say aerodynamics
@@lyricalprophet100 its a feature for extra money not really needed. Its hell when it leaks or goes off track. I had 99 si it had moonroof i never opened it.
Altezza447 - makes sense.. $2000 difference in trim levels - not much more for that other than the roof
@@lyricalprophet100 i believe you dont get power/heated seats with the base model
It’s the leather seats for me.
Hey man where in mass u from? I’m just north of Boston 20mins away. I may have seen ya. I drive a dark gray 2020 sti. Pretty loud and no front plate lol
No front plate??? How?? I am over by blue hills.
@@AutoEnthusiast ahh so your Milton canton area not too far from me. I’m in Wakefield
Yes, limited is worth it. Lol - 2020wrxsti limited owner .
Base wrx all the way. Build it your way
I will say if you are going to spend 30k for wrx that doesn't have all the goodies its not worthy. I'll prefer to buy a sti with all the goodies. plus 19 to 20 sti it doesn't sell any more the base model and you will get the type ra short block so you can make more 400 whp with no problems so bro just say that the wrx have better mpg thats all
I’m looking for parts car, been looking for 3 years now, I have a 16 wrx all so
Story of my life. They just don't come around that often, and when they do they cost as much as an used WRX with high mileage lol
Hey I own a 2015 wrx cvt and my car has showed up with a p0700 code which deals with the transmission more specifically the transmission control module has detected a problem but it isn’t specific do u guys know what’s going on. It has steady check engine, steady abs, blinking at oil temp, steady hill assist, steady vehicle dynamics control ( traction control) my transmission is also under the 100k mile factory warranty still, just wondering what’s going on before I take it to dealership and they start throwing quotes up my a** other than just replacing it
There are a couple codes the my WRX CVT and many other would throw every once and a while. I would reset and it would be fine for months. Taking it to a dealer is never a bad thing, especially because its under warranty!
Wait does the base rims fit big brake calipers
Really depends on the big brake setup you go with, brembo and wilwood should be fine
Anyone have any info on the hikari headlights?
Wait what??
@@AutoEnthusiast they’re featured in the subispeed Christmas 2020 video. I got mine from RSD though.
I will have to take a look!
Hey, do you have ig? I’d like to dm a couple questions; if possible
Or if you could HMU ig stay_puft_wrx
Good contents/info + from MA, C-L-S (comment like subscribe) is a must!
Yes. In fact the series.Color cars are better. After having my base for 18 months...I should have gone base STi vs base WRX....or maybe not even Subaru... To many doodads missing off the base and premium trims
Has your wrx's been reliable?
Pretty reliable!
2022 going to be completely different car!
STI just have better performance compared to the WRX. STI is designed to be a race car not a comfortable car. So that’s why you’d think the WRX Is more comfortable ride. STI also does not have the rev hang, better control, faster and nicer brakes. I owned both but I traded the shitty Subie in for a Stinger when a Mazda 3 turbo beat me in a highway race......
Who needs a moonroof?If you want one of them buy a camry!I have woe STI's.2017,2019,both are base models!You buy these cars for performance not creature comforts!
2022 is ugly imo
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