2020 Subaru WRX Premium Series.White - POV Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ค. 2024
- 2020 Subaru WRX Premium Manual Sedan
MSRP: $29,795
MPG: 21 city / 27 highway
Horsepower: 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Engine: 2.0 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 3,340 lbs
Payload: 1,069 lbs
Tire size: P245/40R18
Optional extras:
Series.White package:
Brembo performance braking system
Sport-tuned suspension with Bilstein dampers
Ultrasuede Trimmed Recaro front seats
Moonroof delete
Black exterior badging, mirror caps and sharkfin antenna
Bronze finish 18" alloy wheels
LED Steering responsive headlights
LED Fog lights
8-Way power driver's seat
Keyless access with push-button start
Gloss black instrument panel trim
body side molding
bumper applique sedan
Total price as tested: $35,259
0:00-5:01 Intro, walkaround, specs and features
5:01-11:09 POV Driving Impressions
11:09-13:48 Sound System Test
13:48-20:57 POV Driving Impressions & Final Thoughts
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Just a correction, I said this is based on a "Limited" WRX - that should've been a "Premium." I will never understand Subaru's trim naming logic.
I agree too many trims
@@erinsonlara478 its not too many trims.. as they only have 3. the confusion is with the naming of the last 2 trims. it throws people off. if you were to hear premium you'd assume that it would already be the fully loaded model but for subaru its really the limited that is the fully loaded one.
I don't understand Subaru period!
"series white and gray" really is its own thing taking the best bits of premium and limited and adding more. They should of just left it at that instead of tacking on the premium label. It makes it confusing
When are you gonna review the newer 2021 2.5L crosstrek
I have a WRX with a turbo delete and custom Impreza badging.
Turbo delete?
@@zachsteele6964 I think he is being sarcastic in saying that he just has a regular impreza
@@jaysworld5378 oh silly me
So not a WRX?
Lmao
this is basically what i want in a car, a car that is normal but somewhat performance oriented like a manual in the middle and a turbo in the front and it looks and feels sporty while being very convenient
Finally a WRX from the Topher
jjlovelord comment of the damn millennium. About time!
"A little bit of noise on the highway" driving my wrx on the highway is like being put inside of a nutribullet. If the radio isn't cranked you can't hear anything but the sound of your plastics rattling. It's the best
Wrx also fixes ur back problems..lol. the hard stiff suspension makes you feel like ur in a vibrating massage chair
But we love it though. Just gives you the excuse to drop the windows and blast the radio lol
try 86. You will actually appreciate the sound deadening of WRX.
@@xuhan4682 hahaha i feel you 86 specially if you got full exhaust 🤣🤣🤣🤣
*Laughs in FR-S*
New old school car,it's just perfect.Analog speedometer, mechanic hand brake, manual gearbox, spare tire.A real quality Japanese product.And no ugly huge displays like unreliable Mercedes does have. With this car Subaru became my favorite car manufacturer.
I have the 2019 base WRX and has been an absolute blast to own! Even at its most basic, I get into the corners just right it makes me into a giggling idiot! What I've loved so much about my WRX is just the way the car talks to you when you drive it. I have the same opinion, you want a fast and fun daily, I highly recommend!
just got my 2020. 170 miles on it. Even in break in period this car is fun as hell. cant wait to pass 1000 miles...oh and just ordered a set of winters on steelies from tire rack too. This winter shalleth not sucketh :)
@@splatbubble im looking at a new 2020 also. upgrading from a pos dodge dart. did you pay msrp on yours? what kind of deal did you get?
@@Blaze_556 yeah... pretty much MSRP. Around me, new WRXs (and STIs) don't stay on the lot too long... WRXs actually sell even more quickly. So, no real deals to be had... the way I comforted myself was the resale value on these things is not bad... so worst case is if I sell it, I don't eat THAT much depreciation...
BUT... I dig the car. :)
@@splatbubble Did you finance or lease it?
@@_u0nda928 Hi, I didn't. At that stage in my life I was lucky enough to be at a point where I could buy it outright. I am still digging it though! After the break in period I was a little let down to be honest though; during break in you are not really supposed to go over 4000rpm... but when I was finally allowed to...er...not much happened! So I tuned it Cobb Stage 1 and I enjoy it immensely now.
4,000 mi on my 2019 WRX. Ready to swap tires for the winter. Three years driving a Mazda CX5 and I was ready for something fun. WRX hasn't disappointed. Avg 30 plus mpg and its fast enough to get me inntrouble. Glad someone still builds a car like this for us old school drivers. Former Subaru owner here 2006 Impreza, 2006 Outback XT.
I bought one. I love the fact I own a 1 in 500 car. I was going to get a premium with the performance package. The Series White adds LED headlights, black badges and bronze wheels, everything I would install later on. Plus I love the steering responce headlights and trunk button.
Subaru still makes a damn good driver’s car. Love how visceral and mechanical sounding that FA20 is. I gotta admit - I forgot how much I liked these WRXs until I watched this. Refreshing to see a car in today’s market that’s comfortable not trying to please everyone. Hopefully Subaru retains the same character for the next gen!
Gabe Hernandez they do?
@Gabe Hernandez thoughts on why you think they don't make a good driver's car? And what would you consider a good driver's car?
If only they weren’t insanely overpriced. So glad I got a GTI over this
Billy Conforto gti costs more than this new base vs base I thought
@@Mrfix-iz4di maybe now. mine was in 2019
I love your feet clapping before you get your feet on car, bro. This should become one of the most teaching thing in the primary school in the whole word. LOL
Yes!!!
I do the same!!!
The way he got into that back seat! Perfectly executed. I need to print out screenshots and put them in a folder and show it to passengers. My friend who doesnt know shit about cars though he could bang his foot on the sideskirt in my wrx to get his feet clean i was like HEIL NAW BRUV
@@W333dm4n yo execute your friend thats a new low thats terrible
Agreed, picked up this as a daily habit because of our boy the Topher
You my friend are my kindred spirit. I was envisioning ‘clicking’ my feet before entering, like I always do, and you did it yourself! As if I imagined it and it happened. Tapping the gravel off this way really helps to keep the car cleaner, longer. In the winter it’s especially handy. Weird observation, I know, but it’s totally true.
Great launch at 7:15, smooth AF!
I like them when they were louder.
Little bit dumped but ok
Anyone have any recondition on what rpm to set my LC stage 1 wrx ?
Smoothest launch I've ever seen an American do
Love your videos man, love them....simple and straight to the point
These cars are probably the best boxer engine types to work on. Even the spark plugs are decent to get to. Well laid out for anyone trying to learn how to work on their own cars.
Just bought one and holy crap I never had a car where you hear turbo spool like that. THIS IS SO DOPE
That Turbo sound is just what you need in your life
3:39 one more heal click and you would have went home Dorothy lol. Good review and take on an ageless design. This is still a great car in the new world of driver assist tech.
You’ll be the main channel I’ll be watching to purchase my next vehicle. Great work man. I’m currently deciding between the wrx, and gti.
Front of the wrx is definitely one of the most aggressive looking car
I prefer the 2006-2007 front end best but the rears pretty dope in my opinion
Dude it has 4 doors. How is that aggressive. Aggressive at getting people in back seat :)
@@nickmccain6598 i believe they said the front not the side :)
@@nickmccain6598 aggressive at having friends
@@nickmccain6598 he said front end bud
13:27 with that hand movement matched the beat, I noticed the fancy🤙
Got my driver's license a couple months ago. I still dream about owning a WRX, specially those 2nd gen models, they're just beautiful. Also great video btw
I love my ‘16 WRX, i get 27 on my 36 mile drive to school and work. It’s the best performance car for 30k hands down.
This made me wanna go for a drive
This made me snap an axle
Nice video bro, chillin with some music and listening that Subie rumble is awesome to watch, pls make more video like that..
Greetings from Serbia mate 🇷🇸
They don’t even rumble anymore..especially stock.
Just bought a 2020 WRX today, and everything he talks about is so true. Lag, shifting, throttle mapping, handling, etc. Mine is the base 6spd, but I’m super happy. The brakes are solid and suspension is tight enough for daily driving... I have two kids so don’t need her to be a track car.
Get yourself an accessport to deal with half of those things
Absolutely Love my 2017 WRX Limited!!! Such a great car for the Money!
Awesome car! I would be so happy to get one in some years. Hopefully I can get my hands on one, there aren´t that many in germany.
Thank you for doing a sound system test!
I test drove a 2020 wrx in January. Was really tempted to trade in my Focus RS, because after a while I found out that its really not nice to daily.
The gear whine really gets me going in a good way. It adds to the excitement.
Probably the dealership didn't give shit for your Focus
I just Ordered a base WRX and can't wait to drive it !
Series.White STi owner here. Good job on the review of the Rex.
Perfect car!!!! And your evaluation too! Sérgio - Brazil
Awesome review as always :)
I am now the proud owner of a 2021 Subaru WRX base because of this video. Thus far, I love it!!
How are you liking it so far?
@@eduardorojas4914 it’s a fun driving experience! It’s my first manual car and it’s hard to get it going in first gear after that it’s a smooth driving experience. Apple car play is seamless and I don’t know what people are talking about with wind noise, it’s not that bad.
@@ThePeakoftheGeek that’s awesome to hear. I’m looking to pick one up by this weekend 😄
Just traded my wrx in for a gx, best sports car I have owned, a lot of fun, and zero break downs even at 130k hard miles
ive got the 2016 wrx. near full bolt on with e85. sadly had to put it into storage due to me getting stationed to japan. i miss driving that car so much lol. keep up the great content man.
I own a Series White WRX. Haven't done much to it, STI front lip, CNT Racing exhaust muffler deletes, Tein Springs, and 20mm spacers. Love the car honestly
I love my WRX too! Check out the vortex generators. Nice cosmetic exterior upgrade.
This car has grown on me so much
love the color on those rims!
i cannot be the only one who’s jaw dropped at 5:17. THAT CAR SOUNDS BEAUTIFUL
Lol in person it’s actually pretty quiet. Any exhaust that isn’t stock wakes it up and there are cracks and pops that happen with a stock tune
I loved the fact that Subaru prioritized MT manufacturing over AT.
Subaru WRX STI 2020 Review
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Simply because there aren't many choices due to the S-AWD configuration.
Nice didn’t realize you were out by Ann Arbor ish. Finally recognized some road I knew they looked familiar 😂
u are the first i see that test the sound system in a car review amazing! sub from me
Did they change pedal placement for the '20 ? I have a '19 and had to buy a little block which moved the throttle pedal higher towards the level of the brake to be able to heel toe.
Topher, thank you for an outstanding POV drive as always!!!! Love it! What is the name of the track at 13:00 please?
Ganja by Ooyy
U can find it in the description box
How would you compare this to the brz? I have a brz already but Im considering trading in my economy car for a wrx for awd and practicality too
Whats your recommendation. 2021 WRX or wait for that new 2022 WRX that is very likely delayed until actual April 2022 or June. i dont know if i can hold out that long
I love my Subaru wrx and I love this review!
Would you considered them reliable?
Did I spot an Omega Speedmaster perhaps modern or the vintage 145.022?
Topher,
Do you think the STI is worth it over the wrx? Been having crazy STi envy lately lol.
I have a 2017 Limited, it's a great little car overall but that factory throttle mapping was annoying sometimes. It has a lot of character, with a few mods it really comes to life. I like the seats from this one and the suspension/brake upgrade.
Series white is what jpipe and breaks? And interior seats? I have a wrx as well.
Rev hang doesn't look as bad as it used to be :)
My wife has an Impreza 5 door hatchback and we love that car. I've always been a fan of the WRX but find it really disappointing that this generation WRX was not offered in the 5 door. Maybe for the refresh? If that happens I can definitely see me giving it a serious look.
spare tire in the back ❤️
Fantastic review!
Love my Series.White. e30,TMIC, oem STI springs and an intake. Very fun to drive.
Had a subie, white, wrx, 2016, kept breaking down, still had warranty, sold it, happier now.
Can you please do the regular Impreza? I'd really appreciate the input from a reviewer like yourself.
got a 2021 base after watching you drive this, we have a very similar driving style, great rev matching and rhythm to you shifting, nice controlled lines, hands at 9 and 3 mostly.
gotta say im really happy with it.
edit 1/01/24: aaaaaand i sold it for a 23 BRZ
Am I the only one that waits specifically for TheTopher POV for a final impression on a car? 👀
This is my dream car
I have a 2018 limited. It's been a really great car!
How does this feel compared to the STI? Is the STI ride too stiff compared to the WRX?
No hate or anything, i like the review overall. I have a 2020 sti and work for a subie dealer so i have to say, the wrx is not a new old car. My sti is 😂 the FA20 wrx’s have a new engine with direct injection, equal length headers and a twin scroll turbo. It doesn’t sound or drive like an old wrx and I laughed my ass off when i heard him mention turbo lag. THAT’S THE WHOLE POINT OF THE TWIN SCROLL TURBO, NO LAG! The current sti is a new old car and that’s why I bought it, but the gap between the sti and wrx has never been wider. Used to be a budget version of the sti but now it offers some great advantages OVER the sti so it’s more about what you want. Modern engine with a dailyable power band and a softer ride, better mpgs, minimal effort to run ethanol, etc. The reason you want an sti is a stiffer chassis, better brakes, EJ25 so the tuning support is unlimited, and better suspension. (And i think the slight turbo lag on the sti is fun) Otherwise I love they vid, keep it up man 👌
That car seems fun to drive...I hope you feature the all grip suzuki vitara in the near future bro.
You are lucky getting different models in America than we get in the UK. Wish we had this one here.
I dont really know much about subarus so id like to ask what is that ticking noise when he opens the engine bay?
Just ordered my 2020 Performance Package in Crystal White Pearl. Should arrive during November, such a painful wait!
Get the Series White! I love mine.
you drive very smoothly
very nice wrx! i own a 2013 sti limited, and a 2016 wrx limited
08 wrx owner, looking between 2020 wrx and civic si. i drove friends 18' wrx and didnt like at all how it felt compared to mine. going to test drive si but what do we think here in the comments? si vs wrx?
Really want this car🔥
TheTopher: WRX or 2022 honda civic sport hatch? which would you pick?
Amazing car,what the track name on minute 13?
i dont like the engine sound, high rpm and wind noise. Any ideas how to fix those problems.Also what is the 0-60. Is this a car that beats a camry at least
I can’t wait to see you drive the new one since I have a deposit on one. Despite the controversy of the looks, it sounds like they have improved an already good drivers car. I was torn between the WRX and the Elantra N but with Hyundai dealers all within driving distance wanting $5,000 over MSRP for an Elantra N while Subaru is only asking MSRP, kind of made my decision. Also, the struts in the back of the Elantra make it a little less practical. I also have never driven an AWD “performance car” so I am interested in the WRX, and the resale value is great if I decide to upgrade later.
I just bought one of these new about 6 months ago and I love it, this review was what really solidified my decision. I did not get the series.white, so I didn't get all of the goodies. I will say that the stock speakers are absolute trash. My wife's base trim 2008 Honda Civic has better clarity in the midrange. The brakes on the normal WRX do the job but there's a lot to be desired. The seats are comfortable but they could definitely be bolstered a little better.
However, I will say that this car is an absolute blast to drive. It is my first manual. I drove an STI only a handful of times prior to buying my WRX, so 95% of my experience driving manual is solely in this car. If you don't know how to drive stick, this car is challenging to learn on. Since I've owned it, I've driven a Mustang GT, Focus RS, STI, GTI, Civic SI and a handful of other cars and they're all incredibly easy to drive in comparison. The WRX is a very responsive car in a sense that everything you do right or wrong, it'll let you know how it feels about every input you make. Very satisfying once you get it right. I could write an incredibly long review about this car but your video hits all of the marks incredibly well. Thank you for doing these reviews, I don't know if I would've made the decision to buy this car and learn manual if you never made this. Driving my car has become my absolute favorite thing to do and it brings me so much joy. Thank you!
Gearing seems to be pretty short imo.
I am sad that the last year of the WRX is the only one to get Brembos without getting the STI
Love subies and Honda’s!!!
what i want to know is how he got a plate that cool looking in the first place
I got a 17 base WRX back in late 2016. Saved myself some cash choosing the cheapest one but I really wish it had a better audio system without having to go aftermarket. Other than that I still love it!
Order the android head unit made for the wrx works like a charm and sounds great the stock speakers have better potential than you think they just got a crap power plant
Make sure to get the cob stage 1 tune. It will eliminate the “drop off” when your doing pulls.
Dont forget to add that that 600 dollar AP will eliminate your factory warranty.
Let’s not suggest people to put OTS tunes on their car. Pro tune or don’t bother
And 100k of it's life...
HappeninG That is a joke. Stage 1 is to fix the drive ability. It only adds like 10hp? It doesn’t require you to put an aftermarket air intake or any of that.
If your scared of the dealer voiding your warranty, don’t do it. You can flash it back to stock tune anytime.
Let’s say your exhaust hanger broke off or your door lock stopped working. How would they claim that since you did an aftermarket tune we are not liable?
Let’s say you modify your car, change out the air intake. Then you throw a Cel, you bring it in. Then they can say it’s because of the intake we can’t do anything about it. By the way I’ve used the perrin intake, just for more noise and there is no check engine light.
@@Aku112811 if you flash it back subaru can check
Are these any/as good in auto or don't bother?
Would you rather this or add 5-10k and get an s3?
Damn man that turbo 🔥🔥
This is my dream car. I want one soooooo bad! ❤️
I have a 2020 WRX premium edition as well and my front end looks way more aggressive. What model is that?
I like how the dash is blank before you start it
My WRX is the exact same spec and it’s awesome
My clutch is like half broken on my fj rip. Also wish I had a short throw shifter and have the petals placed better so I can heel toe...
Currently getting a new wrx, but man am i sad coming to the realization that im not gonna be driving my lowered bugeye wagon everyday like i am now… Even with all its little problems, i love that car
What is the RPM in 6th gear at 60MPH and what is the real life fuel economy? Thanks.
You should put your GX on the Winding Road Channel! And your dad's truck?
Did you put it in track mode?
I would buy this today, if i get this in India..... This is a beautiful machine 👍
What is the thumping sound over the bumps?
Did this car have the Harmon Kardon sound system?
Face it the WRX is not made for fuel economy.😂😂
Best I’ve gotten in my 21 wrx was 42mpg lol
Definitely not, average is 20-24mpg, depending on driving conditions. The best highway MPG I got was 28 and that was at 70-75mph. Not great for a 2L engine.
10 mpg in a 16wrx that’s a cvt
@@Dirtyywr3probably driving it like a monkey
Just got 36mpg on my 21 sport tech