Just turned 70 yo. We are on the cusp of the end of motoring as my generation knew it......so I just ordered a new WRX Premium CVT (yeah - my shoulder and wrist are sore with osteo arthritis) and I’m gonna enjoy the hell outa this thing till they put me in a home with a mobility scooter - which of course will have mag wheels, a wild paint job and top of the range sound system 🤓
I LOVE IT! Congrats on the new order. I'm not going down without a fight as well haha I've driven a few EVs now and they are great but petrol motors will always get it done for me.
I own a 2020 wrx . Driving a wrx with stick is like driving a tractor, its notchy and mechanical , but the speeds I can hit in a corner with traction is priceless ..plus I eat Hondas from the dig ...subarus all wheel drive is like a cheat code , launching is fun , and this car is a beast in the winter . If you buy , you will enjoy 😉
I drove my friends 2017 wrx multiple times. I say its not as notchy & mechanical as my 370z imo. 370z’s are notoriously known to be clunky & mechanical
I honestly just want it for the sportiness of it but not really to mod it. For daily use. Got 2 kids so looks like enough room for them. Just need a new adventure from my Crosstrek. And even though I might get some hate I'm looking for the automatic WRX 🤷♂️
There is nothing wrong with an automatic, especially with two kids. My daily driver Jeep took a crap on me and I have been hauling my dogs around in my Focus RS......a manual and dogs in the back is a nightmare, even when I shift as smooth as possible haha
Great review! I have a 2020 crosstrek with a stick and overall it’s a great car. The problem is the power in the engine just lets me down. I would like to trade it up to a wrx limited because it seems to have all my needs as a driver who lives in an area where there is inclement weather and who also likes to have fun on the road (especially long trips)
Thank you I appreciate you watching it! The Crosstrek is such a cool design. This was my first time in a newer WRX and I was really impressed. I don't think you would regret trading the Crosstrek in for a newer WRX.
I have a 2020 Subaru WRX Limited, with 3,000.00 miles on it right now. Question to the owner of that WRX ? I observed the tire pressure light flashing while you were driving that WRX. I am experiencing the tire pressure light on , and I check the pressure, took the vehicle to dealership 6 times with no luck. I love the car but would like to find out how to fix the problem. We’re you able to correct the problem, if you had that problem ?
The owner just put his winter wheel/tire package on and I don't think he added TPMS sensors so his light will always stay on. That is very odd that the dealer can't get your light to stay off. They should have all the scan tools to set/reset your sensors. Sometimes with TPMS sensors, you have to drive on them for a while for them to reset. Have you checked your owner's manual for a TPMS reset?
Great question! I would go with a newer WRX. I love the 07 STI. It is my favorite body style of the generations but a 15+ WRX is going to have more of the modern comforts I think you would enjoy.
100% worth it even if you go with a base. The driving experience will be so much better than the Accord. No matter the trim level WRX you will experience that "WRX/rally car" feel that the Accord simply can't touch. Also, if where you live gets snow you will be praying for the first snow to go play and slide around in empty party lots.
@@Carsideration been debating to trade my accord.. The only thing thats stopping me is a lot of car reviewers like car and driver or motor trend gave the wrx a not so good rating and reliability was poor.
@@bj10jgo We have two Accords for work vehicles that I drive to Chicago every other week so I understand the decision you are looking at. The Accord surprised me. I was not expecting to enjoy it as much as I do. Reliability aside I lean towards the WRX because it satisfies my inner wannabe rally driver and gets me eager to get behind the wheel where as the Accord does not do that for me personally even though it is a fantastic driving car and may be more reliable.
@@Carsideration The accord is pretty smooth. I have the 1.5 turbo version which is okay but the 2.0 Turbo Accord is very quick. In fact, it's about 5.5 sec from 0-60 which is about quick as the WRX and can probably keep up with the STI.You are right the WRX is very engaging and fun to drive but the interior is so outdated like its from the 1990's and you have to get a limited to get a nicer interior. But im sure most people buy the WRX or STi because of the performance not the interior or having the blows and whistles....
@@bj10jgo Yeah I would say people getting into a WRX/STI can ignore some of the things in the interior that are "missing" but at the same time I think the basic interior is what makes it attractive to some. I will say the Limited interior was really nice, especially the seats and the noise the turbo made seemed louder than my RS which I really liked.
Congrats! Learning to drive a manual is one of the most rewarding experiences you can get. It does take awhile to get used too but once you do, there is no other way to drive. Also, the manual transmission is an amazing anti-theft device.
I think so. It really just depends on how it was driven if you are buying used but if you are buying new(er) I wouldn't worry about 60K miles, especially if it is unmodified.
Haha I love how in car culture this is a thing. Strangers waving at others who have the same car. And I’m pretty sure they did. I just didn’t wave back since I was on camera haha
Bro the heal/toe comment!!! What?? The pedals are waaay too close in my opinion; I absolutely cannot heal/toe (maybe you actually can then, with small feet?)- I roll my foot off the brake onto the gas in most shoes, but in some smaller/tighter shoes, I can't do either :/
Hahaha dude I suck at heal/toe..... so bad. I felt a lot more comfortable in this than my RS. I could manage to get a few in with this pedal placement, and my small feet, whereas in my RS I can never seem to get it right.
@@CosineHyperbolic I have a few friends that go to track days and race a lot and they say it is overrated/not that much faster if you corner right, so I gave up trying haha
Honestly, I had never heard of a clutch stop until you mentioned it. haha But yeah, it looks like that is an option you could use if you wanted. The only thing I would worry about is that causing the clutch to slip and cause unnecessary clutch wear.
@@Carsideration yeah my old BMW E30 had a clutch stop right behind the clutch pedal basically it was a screw hole you could just drop a screw in there at a certain height if you didn't like where the clutch was catching I think a lot of BMWs have that
@@Carsideration all older BMWs came standard with that I bet it's gone now but that features gone if you TH-cam clutch stop you'll come up with a video most likely with a BMW some guy making a change
bro just compared the WRX notoriously bad interior quality to an Audi. This literally looks like the next generation interior that would come after the first generation of WRX in the states.
Haha I stand by my comment on the seats. They remind me of a base BMW or something along those lines. I've spent hours in base 3/4 series and these seats are just as nice in my mind. I'm not saying they are like M series or higher trims. They are far from that.
I hate everything about this car except it's looks. 1. Broke at 28k miles, not my fault, took good care of it and rarely drove it hard. 2. Aside from exhaust note, the cars engine emits so many of little sounds, that sounds like the motor us unraveling (whether the sounds I hear that I can't explain are issues, idk, sure doesn't sounds healthy) 3. Has on many occasions struggled to turn over, have had revs drop to basically stalling at idle. 4. FUCKING SLOW, so fucking slow, feels slower than the pos ej257 in every gear, especially accelerating from first 5. Tune; rev hang, odd uneven power band, tune combined with the egr and ect, make driving this smoothly and smooth gear changes, a fucking miserable cunt to drive, (TUNE IT!!!!!! ummmm, stock motor broke at 28k (spun bearing) yeah, bad enough knowing its garbage, but risk the warranty so it drives somewhat like it should from day 1) Conclusion, do what you want, buy what you want, drive how you want, and have any opinion you want. I hate this car and will never waste my money or sanity with their penny pushing pieces of trash again.
holy crap you had a terrible experience! Yeah....I would never buy a WRX again if I went through what you just described. Point 5 you used a word that makes me laugh every time I hear it because it is used so much over seas but not here in the US and that just made my day read it lmao
@@markjones5909 car before it was old but still owed money but was far over 200k and wasn't many options and the test drive didn't really give me the perspective I got after an extended time of driving it. So honestly, due to such tight margins, didn't want to waste the chance to trade out of car. Literally lost like 20+% of my income about a month later due to covid, so had I waited would've been fucked. Also, didn't expect it to break at 28k.
Just turned 70 yo. We are on the cusp of the end of motoring as my generation knew it......so I just ordered a new WRX Premium CVT (yeah - my shoulder and wrist are sore with osteo arthritis) and I’m gonna enjoy the hell outa this thing till they put me in a home with a mobility scooter - which of course will have mag wheels, a wild paint job and top of the range sound system 🤓
I LOVE IT! Congrats on the new order. I'm not going down without a fight as well haha I've driven a few EVs now and they are great but petrol motors will always get it done for me.
Enjoy mate!
I own a 2020 wrx . Driving a wrx with stick is like driving a tractor, its notchy and mechanical , but the speeds I can hit in a corner with traction is priceless ..plus I eat Hondas from the dig ...subarus all wheel drive is like a cheat code , launching is fun , and this car is a beast in the winter . If you buy , you will enjoy 😉
Low key, I wish we had 1ft of snow when I took this WRX out. Would have had a little more fun playing around for sure! haha
I drove my friends 2017 wrx multiple times. I say its not as notchy & mechanical as my 370z imo. 370z’s are notoriously known to be clunky & mechanical
Love how respectful and considerate you are with this review while also being very realistic. Good review :)
Thank you very much! I appreciate the feedback.
I'm from NC & I got a WRX cause they're not as common to see. Every1 has a civic or gti so I wanted to be different. Definitely love my purchase.
Congrats! They are great cars. I always find it interesting how different cars are more popular/common depending on where you live.
@@Carsideration yea its understandable down south. NC doesn't need AWD like northern places do. Lol.
I honestly just want it for the sportiness of it but not really to mod it. For daily use. Got 2 kids so looks like enough room for them. Just need a new adventure from my Crosstrek. And even though I might get some hate I'm looking for the automatic WRX 🤷♂️
There is nothing wrong with an automatic, especially with two kids. My daily driver Jeep took a crap on me and I have been hauling my dogs around in my Focus RS......a manual and dogs in the back is a nightmare, even when I shift as smooth as possible haha
I have a 20/20 STI. I bought it because it is the last of this generation. I cannot get in the car and drive it without smiling every time
That is when you know you bought the right car! Or when you walk away and have to turn around to look at it. haha
Actually stands for World Rally X. X represents a variable suggesting infinite possibilities. Confirmed by a Subaru representative.
You learn something every day! haha I'll keep that in mind.
World Rally Experimental is what I've always heard, even watched a video on the Impreza and they said the same thing. Hum?
@@hebegb1966 haha who knows. I swore it was what you said as well.
Never seen a WRX without vape smoke in it. Looks great!
I almost bought a vape as a joke to start the video out lol
Lmfao!!! So true!,
Great review! I have a 2020 crosstrek with a stick and overall it’s a great car. The problem is the power in the engine just lets me down. I would like to trade it up to a wrx limited because it seems to have all my needs as a driver who lives in an area where there is inclement weather and who also likes to have fun on the road (especially long trips)
Thank you I appreciate you watching it! The Crosstrek is such a cool design. This was my first time in a newer WRX and I was really impressed. I don't think you would regret trading the Crosstrek in for a newer WRX.
I recently switched from a 2019 Sport hatch and I get what you mean. Bought a 2021 Limited WRX in Pure Red. LOVE IT 😍
Great review mate
Thanks for watching!
I have a 2020 Subaru WRX Limited, with 3,000.00 miles on it right now. Question to the owner of that WRX ? I observed the tire pressure light flashing while you were driving that WRX. I am experiencing the tire pressure light on , and I check the pressure, took the vehicle to dealership 6 times with no luck. I love the car but would like to find out how to fix the problem. We’re you able to correct the problem, if you had that problem ?
The owner just put his winter wheel/tire package on and I don't think he added TPMS sensors so his light will always stay on. That is very odd that the dealer can't get your light to stay off. They should have all the scan tools to set/reset your sensors. Sometimes with TPMS sensors, you have to drive on them for a while for them to reset. Have you checked your owner's manual for a TPMS reset?
would you recommend the +15 wrx or the 07 sti you been in? im thinking for daily. i want like 300 awhp solid.
Great question! I would go with a newer WRX. I love the 07 STI. It is my favorite body style of the generations but a 15+ WRX is going to have more of the modern comforts I think you would enjoy.
I love this review!
Thank you very much!
Good review. I have 2018 honda accord sport 1.5T and thinking about trading to a 2020 WRX Basic premium. Would you say it's worth it?
100% worth it even if you go with a base. The driving experience will be so much better than the Accord. No matter the trim level WRX you will experience that "WRX/rally car" feel that the Accord simply can't touch. Also, if where you live gets snow you will be praying for the first snow to go play and slide around in empty party lots.
@@Carsideration been debating to trade my accord.. The only thing thats stopping me is a lot of car reviewers like car and driver or motor trend gave the wrx a not so good rating and reliability was poor.
@@bj10jgo We have two Accords for work vehicles that I drive to Chicago every other week so I understand the decision you are looking at. The Accord surprised me. I was not expecting to enjoy it as much as I do. Reliability aside I lean towards the WRX because it satisfies my inner wannabe rally driver and gets me eager to get behind the wheel where as the Accord does not do that for me personally even though it is a fantastic driving car and may be more reliable.
@@Carsideration The accord is pretty smooth. I have the 1.5 turbo version which is okay but the 2.0 Turbo Accord is very quick. In fact, it's about 5.5 sec from 0-60 which is about quick as the WRX and can probably keep up with the STI.You are right the WRX is very engaging and fun to drive but the interior is so outdated like its from the 1990's and you have to get a limited to get a nicer interior. But im sure most people buy the WRX or STi because of the performance not the interior or having the blows and whistles....
@@bj10jgo Yeah I would say people getting into a WRX/STI can ignore some of the things in the interior that are "missing" but at the same time I think the basic interior is what makes it attractive to some. I will say the Limited interior was really nice, especially the seats and the noise the turbo made seemed louder than my RS which I really liked.
Don't laugh me I going to learn manual soon because of WRX
Congrats! Learning to drive a manual is one of the most rewarding experiences you can get. It does take awhile to get used too but once you do, there is no other way to drive. Also, the manual transmission is an amazing anti-theft device.
Do it. I did it!
Realistic 😎
I loved it! I think bang for the buck, it is a tough platform to compete against. Thanks for watching!
Got the same car but in Silver. Great content! Ty!
Great choice and thank you!
Is it a good first car after learning how to drive manual?
Yeah! I don't see why not. Any car is a good first car after you learn how to drive manual :) Especially a WRX
...are the 2020 WRX still good at 60k miles?
I think so. It really just depends on how it was driven if you are buying used but if you are buying new(er) I wouldn't worry about 60K miles, especially if it is unmodified.
@6:19 I bet that wrx waved to you
Haha I love how in car culture this is a thing. Strangers waving at others who have the same car. And I’m pretty sure they did. I just didn’t wave back since I was on camera haha
@@Carsideration Yeah there are not many in my area so I have no one to wave to lol. Great review!
@@omarX12z thanks for watching dude!
Two words "COBB ACCESSPORT".
hahaha 100% agree!
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Bro the heal/toe comment!!! What?? The pedals are waaay too close in my opinion; I absolutely cannot heal/toe (maybe you actually can then, with small feet?)- I roll my foot off the brake onto the gas in most shoes, but in some smaller/tighter shoes, I can't do either :/
Hahaha dude I suck at heal/toe..... so bad. I felt a lot more comfortable in this than my RS. I could manage to get a few in with this pedal placement, and my small feet, whereas in my RS I can never seem to get it right.
@@Carsideration Heh, it's definitely harder to pick up than rev matching and other little manual things- in my opinion.
@@CosineHyperbolic I have a few friends that go to track days and race a lot and they say it is overrated/not that much faster if you corner right, so I gave up trying haha
@@Carsideration Lol, fair enough!
3rd gear under 60 you're lugging the engine
Just building that boooooost! haha jk
Can't you drop in a clutch stop and I want a BMW's have that you can just drop in a clutch stop
Honestly, I had never heard of a clutch stop until you mentioned it. haha But yeah, it looks like that is an option you could use if you wanted. The only thing I would worry about is that causing the clutch to slip and cause unnecessary clutch wear.
@@Carsideration yeah my old BMW E30 had a clutch stop right behind the clutch pedal basically it was a screw hole you could just drop a screw in there at a certain height if you didn't like where the clutch was catching I think a lot of BMWs have that
@@farrewelll That is awesome! Did that come standard on the E30?
@@Carsideration all older BMWs came standard with that I bet it's gone now but that features gone if you TH-cam clutch stop you'll come up with a video most likely with a BMW some guy making a change
bro just compared the WRX notoriously bad interior quality to an Audi.
This literally looks like the next generation interior that would come after the first generation of WRX in the states.
Haha I stand by my comment on the seats. They remind me of a base BMW or something along those lines. I've spent hours in base 3/4 series and these seats are just as nice in my mind. I'm not saying they are like M series or higher trims. They are far from that.
I hate everything about this car except it's looks.
1. Broke at 28k miles, not my fault, took good care of it and rarely drove it hard.
2. Aside from exhaust note, the cars engine emits so many of little sounds, that sounds like the motor us unraveling (whether the sounds
I hear that I can't explain are issues, idk, sure doesn't sounds healthy)
3. Has on many occasions struggled to turn over, have had revs drop to basically stalling at idle.
4. FUCKING SLOW, so fucking slow, feels slower than the pos ej257 in every gear, especially accelerating from first
5. Tune; rev hang, odd uneven power band, tune combined with the egr and ect, make driving this smoothly and smooth gear changes, a fucking miserable cunt to drive, (TUNE IT!!!!!! ummmm, stock motor broke at 28k (spun bearing) yeah, bad enough knowing its garbage, but risk the warranty so it drives somewhat like it should from day 1)
Conclusion, do what you want, buy what you want, drive how you want, and have any opinion you want. I hate this car and will never waste my money or sanity with their penny pushing pieces of trash again.
holy crap you had a terrible experience! Yeah....I would never buy a WRX again if I went through what you just described. Point 5 you used a word that makes me laugh every time I hear it because it is used so much over seas but not here in the US and that just made my day read it lmao
@@Carsideration anytime you want to donate your rs om here lol.
@@remissiveslave haha I'll keep it in mind :)
why did you buy one in the first place?
@@markjones5909 car before it was old but still owed money but was far over 200k and wasn't many options and the test drive didn't really give me the perspective I got after an extended time of driving it. So honestly, due to such tight margins, didn't want to waste the chance to trade out of car. Literally lost like 20+% of my income about a month later due to covid, so had I waited would've been fucked. Also, didn't expect it to break at 28k.