2022 Subaru WRX | Family Review

[@ejohnson3131]

Imagine going to work and bringing your wife and daughter along for the ride! Micah is definitely living the dream!

[@MicahMuzio]

Even on the most challenging days I'm overwhelmed by my good fortune. Thanks for helping make this channel possible. Cheers!!

[@BullittHilts]

I’ve been thinking the same thing. Lots of fulfillment for sure!! Bless you guys @MicahMuzio - keep up the GREAT work!

[@Noru59]

That’s my nightmare. Work is the only time I get anything near quiet, and I work in a goddamn warehouse.

[@diallo1347]

As a guy with a family, I REALLY appreciate this type of review. I want this car, but I need it to be comfortable and feel safe for my wife and kid. Thank you!

[@bb5242]

Then, honestly, you want a CR-V or something like that and not a WRX, and shop insurance before you go to the dealer for this car because it's 😢

[@ChadHargis]

You hit the nail on the head when you said it's as close to a 80's or 90's car as you can get. That's why I bought one. I bought the base model. I love that it doesn't have the safety nannies. It's an absolute blast to drive.

[@davecarlson6275]

I agree totally with this. It’s got plenty of safety systems with the “ring of safety”, airbags, ABS and BSM. And it’s fun in a way many new, more powerful cars are not.

[@richiejrich]

How is this man and his family NOT at 100K subscribers, already?

[@gatotpriambodo2294]

Hopefully will 100k this year.... 💪

[@citibear57]

They are oh so close! It will happen soon.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

@@gatotpriambodo2294 I don't care about the 100k subs... "I JUST CARE ABOUT THE WINDOWLESS VAN." 🤣🤣🤣

[@MajorAddiction]

He is now

[@Kiss__Kiss]

@@MajorAddiction Yep.. I expect to see that van by TOMORROW!!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@john-danielmartin8753]

Micah is always a joy to watch and I can enjoy his reviews and now he adds his wife and child for a real life review excellent

[@kikomanster8188]

With all due respect to Micah, when I saw the fun in Sweetie’s face, that tells me this car is very special. That made me decide to get a premium wrx in the same wr blue pearl luckily in msrp! I love this review setup being a family man myself

[@agooddadandadirtbike7149]

We need more good guys taking care of their good families. Desperately. Thanks for being a drop in the right bucket.

[@MicahMuzio]

I appreciate that. It’s a joy to make these videos with my wife and kiddo.

[@gdhi11]

Bought one as a family car that makes me a happy adult. So far it's been great. Hopefully it's legendarily reliable. Don't plan on modifying it or anything like that, just going to enjoy finally having a car I like that my family can fit in.

[@msmarshall854]

I like the aggressive looks and the body cladding. This car looks perfect in a more drab color like gray or silver.

[@hahaadventures4838]

We drove the Civic Si, the WRX and Elantra N. We decided on a 22 Ceramic White WRX this past August. It handles better, accelerates better and the grip with AWD is astonishing! By far the best car in the segment!!! I was most disappointed with the Civic Si because it seemed underpowered and slow compared to the WRX and Elantra N!!!!

[@jasonmoyer]

I ordered one of these, and I'm trying to get myself pumped about getting a car that's bigger/more practical than I'd like; this is the best review I've seen so far.

[@MicahMuzio]

Thanks for that, Jason. Cheers!!

[@K03sport]

So you like small, impractical cars like the miata, boxster/cayman, supra/z4, 370z, brz/86, fiat 500, smartcar?

[@jasonmoyer]

Yes.

[@jasonmoyer]

Just picked mine up on Tuesday. The things other reviewers complained about are absolute non-issues. It sounds great without being annoyingly loud, it looks amazing in person, and it feels like they've really upped the quality of the interior and the drivetrain. And it definitely reminds me of driving a car from the late 80's with the great visibility. So good.

[@MicahMuzio]

@@jasonmoyer Number 1, I'm glad your WRX ownership experience has been good so far. And 2, your comment is a great reminder that car reviewers sometimes obsess over stuff that actual car buyers don't care about. Congrats!

[@joeremondino1433]

Great review! 👍🏻 I have to say, however, I am thankful my '22 is absent the safety features. I own it because it is a fabulous driver's car. I love how your family is such a part of your review(s).

[@davecarlson6275]

I agree on the lack of “safety features”. I have Eyesight in my 22 Ascent and have turned it off. Way too intrusive for me. But I pay attention to my driving, unlike many on the road.

[@citibear57]

100,000 SUBSCRIBERS!!! 🎈🥳🎉Congratulations Micah, Evie and Little One!! 🎉🥳🎈

[@aaronma6964]

Thank you for doing a WRX review that looks at the car from a daily usability and family oriented perspective! Many of the other car review channels just look at performance and technical specs, but your videos really looks at it from a different view that's probably more relevant to the majority of potential buyers. Props to the production value you put into your videos as well! You really should be getting way more views!

[@jonatamaniuk]

Gonna agree with Evie here, I like the body cladding. It’s a nice accent. But also I get it for a rally racing car. That cladding is there so you aren’t paying for repeatedly repainting scratched paint in commonly dinged areas on the body. That’s my take anyway.

[@MicahMuzio]

HOT TAKE!!!

[@jwiz1992]

100K!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m soooooooooo excited for you and the family Micah! Can’t wait for the windowless white van!!! 🙌🏾🍾🎉🎊

[@OldThomMerton]

99.9K . . . . So close, SOOOOO CLOSE!

[@OldThomMerton]

100K Subs! Awesome!!!!!!!!!

[@benderaviation]

That's the perfect car for Big Bear. Before SUVs were a thing, Subaru was the car to have if you lived up there.

[@2Kriss2Kross]

It still is. You can’t sneeze without hitting a Subie up there. Subaru of SB makes good money off the mountain folk. It’s a little piece of Colorado or the PNW in SoCal.

[@EvolutionIX219]

@@2Kriss2Kross Its the same in the mountains of WV. I vacation there alot and it's nothing but Subarus

[@kingmexico24]

In person it looks great. Pictures and video don’t do justice. In red wow

[@chrisduncan9987]

I just got a orange 22 Wrx. Absolutely love it. Also live the black panels on the side. It really pops with the orange.

[@jasoncyclist]

Congratulations on 100k! So happy for you!!!

[@MatthewGaither]

This is a fun review. I like the less serious format. The looks of the new WRX have grown on me and I wouldn't be ashamed to put one in my driveway.

[@Bizzle895]

Your videos keep getting better. Way to go.

[@levigato125]

I’m okay with the front and side cladding now, but that rear bumper is hideous. It needs to be redone and at least have the upper portion painted body color. You can add the Acura Integra as a competitor also.

[@TheCLA8N]

Just bought a used one! 😬 It’s a gamble. Here’s hoping it will be ok! Not our daily, and I have a knowledge of mechanics on a car-so should be able to maintain most on my own. First two Subarus run great-so I am really hoping this will continue to as well. Thanks for the review. My wife loves this as well-as she is awesome on a manual. We just taught our 17 daughter to drive stick! All the boys will be looking up to her!

[@danielmahoney5391]

Really enjoyed and appreciated your family’s reviews, very natural, sweet, and candid. One of the few reviews that didn’t sound like a commercial, or a scripted sales demo. Nice work. Thank you.

[@citibear57]

😃"amazing videos made by amazing people" 👍 Hell yeah, you guys are amazing, and so are your videos. They just keep getting better!

[@MicahMuzio]

I'm amazed by the awesome community here. You're the best!!

[@citibear57]

@@MicahMuzio Yes, and you must be very proud, for it is a community that you, and your family, have created. Can I call you, umm....Dad? And can I borrow the car for a few days? 😂

[@stephensacha9543]

What do you think of the car for highway family trips? Interior road and engine noise? Comfort after hours?

[@mdkflip7231]

Behind the competition, especially when you consider the hp numbers have barely gone up and has the mileage of a V8 pickup. My 2017 I could barely hit 23mpg in mixed driving.

[@tonyzhu403]

Request from the Si Video Answered. Nice. For the Plastic Cladding, I don't mind it as much as I did when the car just launched. But I think bright colorful paints don't look as good. Such as Orange or Red.

[@painkilerr]

I have never enjoyed car reviews more than on this channel!!!

[@romeropostali520]

You have these reviews nailed down. Appreciate the family commentary too!

[@gunnernaut]

If some of the eyesight features were available on the manual and the backseat had some air vents, this would be at the top of the list for me.

[@teirvin]

Since you mentioned the Elantra N again, I'll mention again that I would LOVE to see your family review (again).

[@rajTrondhjem10]

Good review. How are the stock brakes and sound? Thanks..

[@Richard-xv7yf]

You have a wife that can drive a manual car comfortably. Lucky man

[@victorpena6543]

Awesome review! Just got my new 22 WRX! I've notice 1st to 2nd is a bit bouncy, even with a slow release of the clutch. Any suggestions?? I usually shift between 2500-3000 rpm.

[@joeremondino1433]

RPM too low.

[@lowery02]

Dying to know how a rear facing convertible car seat (diono for example) fits behind the front passenger concerning legroom up front. Have a front facing behind my seat with plenty of room. Trying to find a way to justify my 3rd Rex but now we have 2 kids!

[@Kiss__Kiss]

Sweetie is absolutely correct. The body cladding looks good, in this WR Blue color. Great review, Micah.

[@steve8803]

I ordered a white one. I think it looks great! You won't find a car with better performance and awd with a 6mt for cheaper.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

@@steve8803 This is also true, manuals have become extinct. And any time you can snag a manual, with AWD.. You should keep it. It's why we've purchased more than a dozen Subarus over the years(Since the 80s). Currently own a 2020 STI.

[@michaelp5790]

Yay!! 😆Windowless Sprinter van review soon! Congrats Micah, Sweetie and Kiddo!!

[@K03sport]

To all perspective buyers, never buy a base trim Subaru (any model). Always go for premium or higher/limited trims (ask me how I know now). Skip the base trim if possible. Funny, other videos show the trunk shoot up as if it needed a giant wing on it. Yes, Subaru CAN ABSOLUTEY do safety and a manual transimison, yet they CHOOSE not to in order to force you into their CVT offerings to help w/their fleet fuel mpg numbers. LIMITED 6SPD is the best buy/value, but if you must have the best stuff, my dealer has a $45k GT trim waiting for you. Yes, a $45k WRX-GT.

[@tonyzhu403]

99.9K so close to the Window-less White Van.

[@peejread2309]

1st time watching a video from your channel. What a great video! Thinking of this as a 2nd family car.

[@InLikeFlynn2013]

I agree with the wifey..I like the plastic cladding..gives the car a unique aggressive look and seems functional.

[@TomasiAkimeta]

I absolutely LOVE the black plastic framing of the 2022 WRX GT. It looks super aggressive, and the different driving modes give me tons of fun while driving on various terrain. I plan on replacing the brakes with an aftermarket brand, as I've found the brakes are a bit too soft for my liking.

[@aprilmayjoon]

they are only held on by clips and can be easily removed, sand blasted, and repainted to look oem. should only cost you at most 300 dollars to do all that if you do the clipping, prepwork, and re install yourself.

[@jimcabezola3051]

Congratulations on 100K at long last, Micah. Looking forward to the review of the windowless white van! Aloha, all!

[@vincentyu8147]

I don’t mind the cladding either! Agreed that the Eyesight system is essential… just makes highway driving all the more enjoyable.

[@PistNRods]

Subaru still playing the armrest "upgrade" game in 2023. You have to option the taller version if you want to actually rest your arm on it. I saw it on my invoice even back in 2004 when I bought my first WRX and asked what this $250 charge was for. Salesman said, "armrest so you can chill. you'll want that." At that point in the deal, I just wanted to wrap up...but he was 100% right. LOL

[@edwardpeters4700]

As a VA chassis owner it's not enough to convince me to purchase the new version. The black cladding is horrific and the confirmed lack of an STI model still has me pouty as an enthusiast. Eventually I'll probably get over it and purchase one (purchase immediately followed by a trip to the paint shop to colour match the black cladding).

[@markwetty2269]

That sums it up. Probably a better car just needs time.

[@xtrekrex]

Man I honestly felt the same way with the cladding but it truly does kinda grow on you the more you see it *in person.* People that are not into cars or don’t know anything about cars actually like the look of the car. Don’t lose faith just yet.

[@edwardpeters4700]

@@xtrekrex Iˋve not lost faith yet. I think the STI electric Subaru has hinted at could be an absolute ripper. In the mean time Iˋll tinker with my FA20 VA chassis and throw a pile of STI parts at it (Trans/Brembos mostly). Something about building up the "STI" for myself so many of us wanted, has a lot of enthusiast appeal.

[@dfk09]

Getting closer...windowless white van.. C'mon! Let's do it!!!

[@citibear57]

It must be a self-driving van if it has no windows! 😮

[@chiper16e]

I’ve been checking every few days to see if they hit 100k yet. Congrats Muzios!!!

[@martinmacchicanto4564]

great review, I love how it looks the only bad thing is that there is no sti

[@zman6288]

I test drove one My only complaint was it had a weird idol It was idling up-and-downIt didn't sound good And the blinker action was the weirdest thing ever You turn the blinker on and it never clicks off or doesn't communicate well with you What did you think about the blinkers Super fun easy to drive manual love the car

[@citibear57]

Must have forgotten to put in blinker fluid at the factory 🤔

[@zman6288]

@@citibear57 Honestly it's the weirdest blinker you'll ever use You really don't know when it's on or off

[@citibear57]

@@zman6288 That's not good. We have enough idiots in cars that drive with their blinkers on as it is!

[@2doorenthusiast799]

@@zman6288 You are able to go into the setting and change it! They call it a one touch blinker.I turned it off lol

[@kikomanster8188]

@@2doorenthusiast799 thanks for sharing that information. Same problem with Z Man when I testdrove the wrx. I have no idea how to use it so the blinker is dancing left and right while I figure out how it works. It is one of the zonk why I am holding up on getting it. Thankfully, you showed us the answer. Lol

[@zman6288]

I would take the WRX over the Honda any day. Main reasons being manual E break and no safety Junk Good job on appreciating the manual E break Every car should still have Manual emergency break #SaveTheManualEBreaksHahaha

[@wazewaze8185]

The safety junk you can turn off and on tho

[@dansipple8705]

It cracked me up that your daughter referred to herself as "a small child".

[@briantii]

Not a huge fan of the cladding. My biggest concern though is long term when it all fades to light grey. The car will scream it’s age then.

[@evanmeiers2856]

Ahhhhhhhh!!! WINDOWLESS WHITE VAN TIME!!!!! Yaaaaassss!!!!!!! 100k subs!!!! Congrats MFam!

[@SuzukiKid400]

If you buy the CVT, the rear seat has vents. With the manual transmission, the HVAC is impeded by the manual trans shifter. Also, cars in Canada or Australia get rear heated seats. The inboard armrest is pushed back because on the old gen, your elbow would slam into the arm rest every time you pull the shifter back. Also, stop calling it “body cladding”. It had side skirts and fender flares. Body cladding is like a first gen Chevy Avalanche. The 2022 WRX is gorgeous in person.

[@tee-bone2513]

Thank you for this! I live in Canada and just put down my deposit on a 23 WRX CVT. Because of the limited availability here I haven’t even been able to sit in one yet. I got nervous as many people are saying there are no rear vents and I have two kids under the age of 4 that will be in the back. Happy to hear the CVT gets rear vents :)

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic review guys! It’s almost Windowless White Van time!😸

[@MicahMuzio]

Almost!

[@michaelscurr9046]

I had an sti in 1999 great car. Can’t wait for the next version. Hopefully we’ll get close to 300 kw. But if you really want 2 drive a great all wheel drive car Find yourself a makkinen lancer. Another tommi special. A really engaging and well balanced car. Miles ahead of any of the Subarus. I had one for twelve months next level drivers car

[@Ryan57Garr]

I had one too…in Gran Turismo

[@bry954rr]

Great review. Bought a 2014 wrx brand new years ago. Family and I out grew the car when we had our second kid. Living in vegas with no rear ac vents is a big deal breaker. Would probably buy another wrx if it has rear ac vents. Super fun car.

[@bb5242]

Was it that or just a weak blower motor? I had a 2014 Legacy and the heater was terrible! The AC was just ok.

[@JJ.ANDERSEN.201]

awesome review. If the markup wasnt that crazy, I would have traded my Accord Sport 2.0t. I had a bugeye wagon in WRB when it first came out. New subscriber here. 👍🏻

[@mc.charleymusic]

It still upsets me how they aren't going to make a sti version of the new subaru wrx

[@rajTrondhjem10]

I actually like the blue with cladding.. Don't need to worry about parking lot dings and scratches 😅

[@msmarshall854]

There's a lot to like about this car EXCEPT: rear visibility (not as great as in years past) And 2.) the all black interior. Please give us beige again, pls.

[@MrCarnage69]

I really wish they would bring the Levorg from Europe to America. That is an awesome design and who wouldn't like to have a WRX wagon. It would be like a Dodge Magnum. And if you put Forrester wheels on it then you can also raise the height probably by 2 inches or something like that.

[@trilingualkid]

Micah your wife is like a bundle of a joy lol you guys are so enthusiastic....

[@MicahMuzio]

Evie is the best! I'm lucky to have her. :)

[@channyproduction4879]

I want one so bad , thing os last june I got me a new 22 camry What to do now

[@tonyzhu403]

A Question from Information Explosion. Many Source, including the Manual mentioned 87 Octane can be used. So is 91 Required or just highly recommended?

[@afcgeo882]

It’s funny because the manual says 91 octane is required, 93 is recommended for highest performance, but Subaru also says 87 can be used without a detriment. That means the engine has variable timing and can work on any octane, but power production and fuel economy will be impacted.

[@eyecontrol4900]

how is the clutch and shift feel, compared to the older Wrx's?

[@SilverScarletSpider]

16:38 hearing you just list the competitors was so disappointing because i already know what the subaru wrx's competition is; from the honda civic si, hyundai elantra n-line, and mazda3 turbo awd. what i wanted to hear instead was in-depth details and discussion on what micah and evie specifically prefered between the subaru vs honda family sports sedan segment especially since yall drove both recently.

[@melissapearson3887]

Evie’s hair is especially cute today!

[@pcfry8732]

Congrats on 100k!!

[@giftedcracker]

The "lack of safety features" is a plus for me.

[@yxflier8409]

Congratulations on 100k ‘Cute Daddy’! 😂😜

[@syedlink27]

White windowless van review! Can’t wait!

[@brucewayne2773]

Amazing video made by amazing people👨‍👩‍👧👍

[@WarHammer1911A1]

HATCHBACK!!! HATCHBACK!!! HATCHBACK!!!!

[@flatspin7]

Bring on the Windowless White Van Review!!!! Congrats on 100k

[@Tmanw8898]

On the white WRX that body cladding honestly looks great.

[@afcgeo882]

No car has ever needed to be a hatchback more than a WRX. When they did have them, they sold very well. Sweetie is NEVER crazy. She can be eccentric once in a blue moon, but I have to say… I like the cladding with the blue as well. Would I get this over a CX-30 Turbo? No, probably not. I know… there is a 50hp difference, but both are quick enough for me. The CX-30 is just so much more livable.

[@macmichaelhenson-rogers9850]

And, like Evie, I like the cladding on the WRX…

[@MrCarnage69]

In my opinion, the best looking WRX was the blob eye. It looked chonky and it looked like it had the athleticism of a rally car. I also like the 2005 version Hawkeye with the three-step grill. I especially like any car that's offers a hatchback so when they came out with the original 1997 gc8 WRX sport with the hatchback that was pretty fun too.

[@zhammmy]

The 22B is the best looking one. Subtle but sophisticated styling.

[@shakingsticksatthings6628]

I owned a 2006 WRX for 10 years.. and I honestly think this new design is on par with that. It doesn't look so great in pictures, but it always looks cool in videos.. not sure why that is

[@jngobngo]

Not crazy! I think the cladding looks good

[@steve8803]

The cladding gives it a rugged look. I like it.

[@diallo1347]

I like it too.

[@jayczyzyk9707]

Last of its breed

[@tonyzhu403]

I don't think drive mode is needed for a Manual Car without adjustable suspension. There's really nothing to change, maybe the throttle response? But in my opinion, that's just shortening the pedal travel, which doesn't help much.

[@afcgeo882]

I wish it would regulate the clutch pedal travel!

[@problemodude]

In US you have a lot of color choise for the base model but not here in Canada, base model have only 4 colors white, grey, dark grey and black..... I dont mind the clading, it had more protection againts dirt snow rocks .

[@RogerBergqvist]

One of my dream cars..

[@tonyzhu403]

Hey Micah, my trunk lid does open all the way either by remote or by hand. But yes, it does bounce.

[@Hexsyn]

I just saw my first in the wild and I have to say that I actually really do like the way it looks!

[@chevykid00]

I thought the cladding looked terrible in photos, then I saw it in person and didn't mind it. I'm not a fan of bright colors in general but in person I thought it looked great in orange!

[@badbeatking80]

Great review 👍

[@DavidJones-ds1hy]

Break out the “Windowless White Van” Video!!!! Whose on camera!?!? 🙌🏾✨

[@robertlandry5676]

9:10 🙀E Ticket 🎟

[@aprilmayjoon]

just got my premium at msrp but basically for limited price because of all the small options i got, should have just bought a limited hindsight since it came with most of the options i purchased with the car. *upgraded sound, moon roof, light up sill, light up rear view guide mirrors, sport exhaust, trunk weather mat.

[@sufyananigamer4345]

How much did you pay overall? Including tax

[@aprilmayjoon]

@@sufyananigamer4345 it was 38520 including tax.

[@sebyylove]

Great review

[@ArkArmy90]

What are your thoughts on the limited version of this car ?

[@2023startingCA]

hello, 2022 wrx 6MT can be installed a head up display?(through OBD socket) thx.

[@diydad9303]

What white van will you review? Congrats on 100k!!!!

[@miketym2642]

I really wanted to like this car, but the looks just are not for me. Also I really was looking for a significant increase in power. I had a 2005 WRB Sti. Ended up with a 2022 Camaro 2SS 1LE and couldn't be happier. Between the V8 sound (and now Borla Exhaust) and magnet suspension with the 1LE, the car just rips. Also it has out of this world handling.