2022 Subaru WRX 6MT - POV Track Test (Wet) at Road America

2022 Subaru WRX Premium Manual Sedan
MSRP: $32,105
MPG: 19 city / 26 highway
Horsepower: 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Engine: 2.4 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 3,320 lbs
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Dimensions: 184″ L x 72″ W x 58″ H
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[@alexmartin-schael7556]

This car is a blast to drive and the price for what you get is unbeatable, unless you don't care about AWD. This car screams quality everywhere and I have never felt so safe while driving a car before (knowing that you have AWD, etc.). The looks are a matter of personal opinion, but Subarus have never been famous for being pretty cars. However, I do feel that youtubers are being too harsh on the looks of this car. I got mine two months ago and all I get is people approaching me with "Wow!" comments (which is something I don't like because I am the type of an stealth person).

[@ricknotd1cc]

I am so glad you mentioned the WRX Wilderness idea! I personally have come to love how it looks and want to see one embrace the cladding with a lift and some meaty tires. The WRX was made for dirt roads and people just slam them and go to cars and coffee.

[@neometalx9]

should be called, rally edition... slightly lifted, more underbody protection and reinforced suspension.

[@ricknotd1cc]

@@neometalx9 would be so sick

[@neometalx9]

@@ricknotd1cc yep, they not giving a sti, that's the least they can do

[@Mr.Thermistor7228]

that would be really cool

[@Dontgo5]

the beauty of the wrx is that you can take it on the track or take it on a rally adventure. a video of you driving it rally style in muddy, dirt or snow terrain would be so cool

[@Totally_wrx]

I recently bought the premium package and really enjoy it

[@jamesledermann5601]

Gotta love topher reviews. He’s the best. I’m sure this car is a blast. The plastic might look less offensive if the car was silver or black. It’s not horrible though, Can’t wait for the civic type r review !!!!

[@frog_eater1312]

New WRX looks so much better in person

[@LAdumpsterbaby]

Picked mine up the other week, went with black to better blend the cladding but I love the car. Not the fastest thing but a great driving experience. Was also considering Elantra N, GTI, Si civic and even the TRD Camry. Happy with my choice (no FWD ty), they def look better in person and grow on you....plus I didn't get stiffed with any dealer markup vs some of the others we tested.

[@ValkenDnB]

I’m actually going to Subaru too. Friend of mine for his for 3500 under MSRP so I’m going to aim for the same if not a little more if possible. Si, Elantra N and GTI are all marked up 5k+ in my area. They pretty much left me bo choice.

[@carsonj4031]

That's the real reason to get one of these over something like an Elantra N. A dealership near me wanted $40,000 for one while the three Subaru dealerships near me have all their WRXs $1500 off.

[@miatalife94]

​@@carsonj4031yeah Subaru near me has about 4 WRXs already there and with a 1k discount on all of them, none of the other cheaper performance cars are at dealerships, ie Honda si, golf GTI, Elantra N and I wanted a Miata rf but 45k is insane for a nd Miata. Subaru seems like the only dealership actually trying to sell these performance cars

[@Kiss__Kiss]

Great Drive TheTopher I like it!!! Even the exterior is slowly growing on me, but sad to say, we'll keep our 2020 STI lol

[@carking1043]

I have had both and got the new 22 rex. It’s a better daily driver.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

@@carking1043 DD? Even that's a big maybe.. STI wins me over each and every time, just on differentials alone.. That's not counting the brakes, and 6 speed gear box(DCCD). As ours is also a DD. But in the winter, we have to drive ours through canyons and Ice/snow is the reason for the LSDs.. But we too have had several generations of WRX as well. Not to mention, Foresters, Tribeca, GL Sedan 4x4 Turbo from the 80s.. (I'm in my 50s)

[@carking1043]

@@Kiss__Kiss It comes down to personal preference. I was not a fan of the new rex until I saw it in person and in white. I test drove it and quickly realized this is the best driving subaru I have ever driven.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

@@carking1043 If I was leasing one, possibly. Not to keep long term, though. Then again, tastes are like Butt holes, everyone has one. lol

[@ikkenhisatsu7170]

I recently got the same car - color and all. I've had several VWs - maybe 7 or 8 over the years, but this is my favorite care ever I've ever owned.

[@LowGMC]

Got mine July 1st and I love it more every day

[@Kevin-jh2mr]

Nice video! Can you please do a review of the WRX with CVT (SPT) ? Would really love to see how it compares with all the improvements subaru has done. Thanks!

[@riley1733]

I have a base 2023 WRX. I absolutely love it. Still getting used to the car as I just got it Friday but I'm loving it so far. I absolutely love that there's no rev hang in the car. Makes the car a lot easier and way more fun to drive. Had a Honda Civic Si before the WRX and 95% of the time, I hated driving that car because of how bad it drove due to the rev hang. It also drove terrible when it was cold. WRX is much better. I'm glad I finally made the switch. Subaru did a way better job with the new WRX than Honda did with the new Si's. Honda should've tuned the Si's the same way Subaru tuned the new WRX's.

[@benjaminstuart8626]

I told myself I would not buy another Subaru. I may get this now.

[@MaxSpeedMike]

The wrx would look so much better with painted plastics. Really changes the look of the car.

[@ftr911drvr]

It's proportions in general look odd it looks like if Toyota made a Gr prius with its profile the fenders just make it worse, it's also to much wheel gap and it looks to high off the ground and to tall

[@MaxSpeedMike]

@@ftr911drvr yeah they do look odd. Painted plastics definitely helped the look though. Someone has been running youtube ads on their channel for a shop that's building a new wrx. They have done a few mods so far and painted the plastics, and I was really surprised on how much better it made the car look. Previous gen still looks perfect imo. But I guess we take what we can get

[@infidel900rr]

That rear end looks horrible regardless of its color. 🤮

[@MrDsn112]

@@MaxSpeedMike iag did it

[@tonychau1983]

@@infidel900rr i dunno if I can get pass that. Had a 16 civic that ass was hideous too

[@raiderfan367]

Great video man! Loving my 2022 base Wrx so far.

[@Shortay1325]

Base not too bad? I'm thinking of downgrading to a 2022 WRX and I'm thinking about just getting the base. I read what the base offers and it definitely seems good enough for me.

[@raiderfan367]

@@Shortay1325 To be honest I kinda wish I went with the premium. I didn’t realize how much I would miss keyless entry, push button start, and keyless trunk release. Also I wish my kids had the center armrest with cup holders in the back seats. Also, I think the premium has driver seat controls for lumbar support which would be nice. These items are worth the extra money because you may definitely miss them if your accustomed to it, which I was. Other than that make no mistake the Wrx drives like a dream and I love it even without the creature comforts I mentioned.

[@Shortay1325]

@@raiderfan367 Aye man thank you much for the reply! Looks like I’ll either be going with a 2022 Premium WRX or 2022 Elantra N. My wife and I will be taking a look at our options at dealerships around us.

[@zackdl]

I didn’t like the new wrx at all when it first was revealed but now after seeing reviews, the looks are growing on me, and the driving dynamics are too….may have to look at these for a new daily

[@DylanVBWRX]

That's how I felt, I was like it's ugly then I saw one in person and bought it.

[@EvolutionIX219]

Have owned one for almost three months. Don't regret it at all.

[@DylanVBWRX]

@@EvolutionIX219 100% a little over two months here and I'm still in love

[@EvolutionIX219]

@@DylanVBWRX It's a very fun car to drive. Refinded and comfortable too. This car has filled the void that was created when I sold my evo.

[@DylanVBWRX]

@@EvolutionIX219 that's how I feel I had a 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 fbo E30 and this has fulfilled my needs. I've now purchased the JB4 and soon plan on an exhaust.

[@misterhat6395]

I’m getting ptsd remembering the rev hang on my 2015 wrx. Like it was really bad

[@Doctuh84]

No rev hang in the VB!

[@snafu4696]

I like the idea of a wrx wilderness edition

[@TheTopher]

I am definitely campaigning for a WRX and BRZ Wilderness!

[@kurodamon6017]

My dream car to buy 🙏

[@zack7384]

Luv your videos, dude!

[@cbarucom]

Wow that's impressive driving in the rain! Is that mph or kph? Crazy i saw some 3 figures i cant really tell the actual speed but i am sure you were pushing it

[@dannyfeinberg3579]

just bought a 23 premium 6 speed with the harmon kardon , roof,etc,love it so far but only 350 miles on it so i cant really get on it until 1k mile break in!

[@SurgeSkillz]

earliest ive been forsure

[@rohanm54]

I hope they tighten up the steering rack in the next coming model years before the boxers are gone forever. I’m not a fan of Camry weighted steering I need to feel weight. Seems to do just fine on track tho

[@Dreamweaver94]

This car but with lightweight wheels, wider 200tw tires, properly set up coilover suspension, an ECU tune making 300whp/tq or more, and some track brake pads would probably be fast.

[@mynameisjonas7967]

Amen!

[@prixinc1]

This may be apples to oranges comparison but which would be better for twisty road, occasional track use, fun to drive, Subaru WRX VB or Mazda Miata Mx-5 ND2? Wrx is more practical and powerful for sure but which will give you more pure driving experience and enjoyment?

[@gladdy02]

I like the car but the fuel economy with these gas prices is tough on the wallet

[@lukeheffernan]

Wish they did a little more with the interior. Doesn't need to be fancy, but a little color would be nice

[@porfiriato84]

I just don't like that infotainment screen. Looks tacky

[@blursedoftimes405]

Thinking of trading your brz?

[@skysoblue9878]

Hi - can you compare the comfort level of this 2022 wrx with the 2013 brz? How stiff and quiet is it compare to the brz.

[@mariomartinzwimpfer5260]

good wrx

[@austinpoaurs9871]

Are your injectors loud when you let off the gas at slow speeds?

[@problemodude]

Should i buy a 2022 wrx but wait for a delivery date or buy à 2021 with very low mileage. I order my 2022 last august and i still waiting, buy my dealership have a 21 wrx in used inventory. Should wait a littéralement bit more or just buy the used one?

[@jonttran1092]

When you going to drive in dry weather? Would like to see its capability

[@ValkenDnB]

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[@jayczyzyk9707]

Great sports car bad brakes

[@RatAvenue]

Review the GT lol.

[@iokuse8498]

How about lsd? Front and rear?

[@1kkkzay]

I would love for you to drive a Dodge Journey

[@andreyv1]

lmao

[@JonTran75]

When you doing the dry weather drive?

[@ValkenDnB]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aomqoJmrZ6p5aK8 he does here

[@gregorysmaldino6947]

What are your realistic opinions and experiences with fuel economy?

[@TheTopher]

It’ll perform better than epa numbers. My 2022 BRZ gets 32 on the hwy all day long! I assume this Wrx will overperform too.

[@gregorysmaldino6947]

@@TheTopher thanks brother!

[@ValkenDnB]

@@gregorysmaldino6947 people have been getting 29-31mpg on the wrx highway. It’s not as bad as the 26 it’s claimed to be :)

[@christophersanchez2389]

CSSubaruWRXSTIBRZCarFan Here Chris Again For The Fans Of Subie Cars A Lot Dudes.

[@platoonutzeyz88]

I wished more KZbinr would drive the automatic one. Everyone's doing the 6mt and understandably so but not doing the automatic only feels like a missed opportunity to many that don't have an interest in driving manual.

[@thekids4488]

I feel like the wrx automatic is not worth reviewing. CVT’s are horrible for performance driving. If u want an automatic sports car in this category get an Elantra N or something with a dual clutch

[@mattlabella7850]

@TheTopher WRX for 35k or GR corolla for 42k (and a 12 month wait)?? Thanks! Great videos, like & subscribe!

[@TheTopher]

You know, for the money I’m starting to think WRX! GR Corolla is fun but wait for things to settle down a bit

[@P4SDetails]

I am still holding on to some of the older aesthetics of the WRX, because I think this is really just a bland look, but maybe with time I will change my mind.

[@amakeawishkid1954]

love this car, also love the content

[@freytheviking]

Will you be driving the GT version?

[@tristahncruzada4338]

Will there be a 2022 sti?

[@BeardedBaldEagle.Bites4420]

No, subaru will not be making an STI version of the WRX based on the new current platform

[@neometalx9]

no.. you will have to tune it yourself.

[@tristahncruzada4338]

@@BeardedBaldEagle.Bites4420 why is subaru will not make an sti variant of the new wrx

[@pw9404]

New engine same horsepower 😑

[@ValkenDnB]

The powerband is broader and there’s no rev hang. Put it this way, power comes on way earlier and stays on until redline. Can’t say that about the previous one.

[@noobwow2009]

This thing is god damn ugly yo

[@atahangozet1947]

on god

[@porfiriato84]

Yall can't even afford it

[@noobwow2009]

@@porfiriato84 still ugly. Last gen looks way better.

[@ohmy7554]

Most basic looking new car lmao

[@jaybou007]

Plus: the whole car. Minus: it sips premium. It CAN sip regular, but it'll drive like a Corolla. It's on my very short list. But...with these gas prices, iiieeehhh...

[@hich11111]

Car still looks like ass tho

[@CJBMAGGOT94]

Fugly and it sounds like every other 4 cylinder. Doesn't even sound like a boxer.

[@KGB-FSB]

Agreed! It's a miniature rav 4

[@AntilleanConfederation]

You mean it doesn’t sound like it has UELH because it does not. Yall sound like a bunch of idiots and you don’t even own a Subaru. It’s time they ditched the UEL and focused on smooth power and reliability.

[@gripitandripit7957]

Pov: how to ruin a wrx

[@jimjones5419]

What an ugly dash, this cR was god and has gone hill from day one

[@poleposition3065]

Good job trooper