2024 Subaru WRX | Honest Review and 0-60

[@kdenmoto9653]

Just bought this exact car as a 40 y/o dad. It’s my daily and it’s fun yet practical. It’s fast enough and handles really well. Never thought I’d buy a Subaru, but I really love my new WRX 👌🏻

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Haha, that’s awesome! I’m glad you’re enjoying it.

[@bender2033]

This drivetrain in 2024 Impreza RS hatch body = take my money.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Yes!! 👏

[@wendyvic4046]

Oh, I would jump all over that!

[@27Zangle]

Supposidly this generation WRX has the best engine ever found in a WRX for reliability and tunability. I remember wanting a Bug Eye WRX when they first launched and almost got one back in 2016. Now that I am in my 40's, I've thought about finally getting one but my wife is unable to drive manual anymore due to an auto accident her knee and hip don't work the same, which means I would have to get a CVT.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I would say so! This 2.4 Turbo engine seems to be physically built much stronger than the previous VA gen or the old EJs. I think I’ve only drive 1 or 2 of the current generation WRX with the CVT (basically the same powertrain as my Outback Wilderness) and it was still very fun! You guys should definitely test drive one someday if that’s your dream. 😀

[@ubroberts5541]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208Yes. I have a 2023 WRX Premium in ignition red. Compared to the Corolla GR and Honda Civic Type R, the WRX is under tuned from the factory. It can easily handle another 70 HP. But it’s just fine in stock form.

[@nielsmeer]

I had a 2018 WRX with the manual. I think the specs said 6.2 0-60, so the new one is a little quicker with a manual. TBH, I got rid of it as I found it boring. 0-60 was only slightly faster than a 50 year old motorcycle I have and was no match for my newer bikes. While the MPG claimed 20 in city, I typically got about 15 or 16. It’s very loud in the car with little sound deadening, making a daily driver limited. Given the CVT is even worse on performance, I’d be cautious on considering that option here. To me, there are better options in cars with more performance, economy and daily driving comfort. Or get a bike & it will be even quicker and cheaper…

[@PeterHernandez-lg2eh]

Cvt no go no bueno

[@akaashsrivastava08]

bought a '24 cvt and couldnt get a manual because of family. no regrets

[@bluecollarw]

When I first saw the car unveiled I was extremely displeased and swore I would never buy one. Now 3 years later and I currently have a new job driving around brand new cars and parking them, I often get to chance drive brand new WRX's right off the train from the factory, and man my mind is changed. The black plastic cladding is actually kind of cool in-person and it just screams Subaru, so much so that I actually appreciate it now. The fully spec'd out RS model with the Brembo brakes makes it look like a beast, even though I'm not allowed to drive it over 25km/hr as part of my job the driving feel of the car just feels really good and lives rent-free in my head. Would I get it over a used last gen WRX STI? Very high probability. The black plastic cladding is just so practical and humble. I feel like Subaru knocked it out of the park with with this one.

[@doctorrobert60]

I looked at the Rally Blue but ended up buying 2024 WRX in Ceramic White. The black cladding actually looks pretty good contrasting with the Ceramic White color. The White is non-metallic which actually seems better with the cladding than a metallic color.

[@justingonzalez6448]

I love my 23’ Premium WRX. In my Dallas market, it made the most sense as Civic Si, GTI and Elentra N are market adjusted to be more expensive than the WRX. Only downside to me is fuel economy and premium fuel recommendation. I average about 25 mpg combined in daily driving. This car shines in the mid rpm range cutting through traffic with the responsive steering rack and planted feel. Very good visibility all around.

[@kristoffersana960]

25 mpg is stellar for this car. My average is 18.6 mpg. Haha. I also have the 2023 Premium in Crystal Black Silica. Love it.

[@justingonzalez6448]

@@kristoffersana960 sounds like you are in bad traffic or enjoy the turbo more than I do. Lol 😂

[@BitcoinTo150K]

GTI and Elantra N have no mark up and will get 35 mpg

[@mickelknight]

I just drove my new TR from Athens to Nashville and back. On the way up I had some stop and go in ATL and drove through the Mountains in Chattanooga. I averaged 31.6 mpg on the way up. Four days of ciity driving and a return trip and I averaged 28.6 mpg.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thanks for sharing, that’s awesome mileage!

[@Rap-dogg]

I’m chuckling with the pictures inserted during your commentary

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Haha, I’m glad you enjoyed this video. Some of them I let a bit more of my sense of humor out than others. 🤪🤷‍♂️

[@wendyvic4046]

Another one I am looking at. Started out looking at the Impreza, but I am a bit leery of the CVT transmission. Drove a WRX today and, ooooh, just loved the way it drove! Thanks for the video. Good job.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Best of luck in whatever you decide. These are fun cars haha.

[@wendyvic4046]

@AutomotiveAnonymous208 I really liked the one I drove. I just wish, as someone else stated, they made the WRX in the hatchback. I take care of my big sister and she has to ride in the car too. She definitely didn't like the passenger seat in the thing.

[@raymondhachmishvili2483]

IMO the black cladding suits the car perfectly, minus the exaggerated rear bumper.

[@STEPHENATKINSON-u4b]

I've just recently bought a 2015 MY15 Turbo model. And I LOVE it 😀 😍

[@aaronlontine4479]

I have a 2024 wrx and on 93 pump gas I get over 30mpg

[@xTwisteDx]

Same. I always thought it was insane how high I actually get MPG.

[@michaelking42]

Granny driver alert. Kidding, that's great. I just bought a '24 Premium model, 3 fillups so far and best is 28mpg for me. Still less than 1000 miles.

[@aaronlontine4479]

Don't get me wrong though that mpg is granny driving....lol .... Highest is almost 36mpg , with all that being said I'm in northern VT and today after a fill up and playing around in the snow just around town I'm at 11.3mpg....ouch !!! For me it gets it's best mpg at around 55-60mph trips

[@Drjrey-pi6re]

there’s a lot of them in australia, it’s like an Beautiful NPC car

[@jethrot100]

We had WRX in Australia a few years before the USA I just learned.

[@Adric-b8t]

The legacy sport feels like Subarus “secret” fast car. I work in the North American factory that makes all of our crosstreks, outbacks, ascents and legacies. One of my jobs is to run them on free rollers (which are a lot like dynos) and we bring it up to around 30 mph then floor it. That’s what made me look up the legacy sport 0-60, the speedometer just flies up and it feels like it’s actually going to jump off the rollers. TBH I’m not a big Subaru fan, I wouldn’t generally buy one (Not bad cars, no disrespect to people who love them) but the legacy sport is the exception, I really like them

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That sounds like a really neat job, thanks for sharing your story and experience! Also, I agree, the Legacy Sport is like Subaru’s secret sporty sedan!

[@RemingtonTerritory]

Impreza sport aint bad

[@andrewSUN17]

That's cool to know from an insider! I felt that from the outside and I like the way it is also a total sleeper! Have you compared it to the WRX?

[@Mike_44]

At first I hated all the body cladding (particularly how ugly its design makes the car look on the rear). However, it really does protects the car all around from scuffs/burs and makes it very easy to repair/replace any of those panels without damaging the paint. Subaru knew exactly what it was doing. This car has so much potential, easily gets into 350-400hp with a few simple mods, has a timing chain(awesome) and of course the awesome AWD. The VB WRX is imo the best sports car today money can buy.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thanks for sharing these thoughts, and for watching!!

[@NIB707]

Twin Falls Subaru?? I think I remember you stopping by, I'm a salesman there! Lmao What are the chances~

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Nice! Yeah, I usually come by a few times a month! 🙂

[@michaelahawley6776]

This guys super cool!!! Has some great videos!

[@KK-tt6ui]

This car grew on me. Trading in my 2016 next year for a 2025 base refresh when it comes out

[@KK-tt6ui]

Oh wait, my kid is going to college next year nvm

[@Shepardofman]

​@@KK-tt6ui god kids suck

[@theparadigmshift74]

Good review, thank you

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m glad you liked it, thanks for watching!

[@bradbowles1153]

Subaru overall has its issues but if you do your own repairs they are hard to beat. Everything is easy to replace except the spark plugs but they aren’t too bad. I do most of the work on my 2012 Forester and save a lot of money. Most of the model line is similar so if you can repair one you can repair the others.

[@ubroberts5541]

I own a 2023 WRX. It’s all about 2nd though 6th gear. Mid range power is best. 1st gear is way too short.

[@jedwin4816]

Very good review of this car. I have a '22 Premium in silver. My main three complaints I had about this car i solved with a louder exhaust, better speakers and a shift stop. Alrhough an oil temp gauge is nice to have, would it kill Subaru to also add an oil psi gauge?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and sharing your insight. 🙂

[@MiNCRUM]

I thought there is a psi gauge in the digital dash in middle between rpms

[@jedwin4816]

@@MiNCRUM Nope. Now just for comparison my daily driver is a '15 Dodge Charger R/T with zero options on it. It has pretty much any info I want that I can easily scroll through: oil psi & temp, coolant temp, transmission temp, tire psi. This is a 9 year old car now - why couldn't Subaru do something like that today? I like my WRX overall a lot but for sure there are a bunch of little things they could have done better.

[@glarenbutclearn]

For oil temp, you can adjust the top row of 3 gauges to include one for oil temp :)

[@jedwin4816]

@@glarenbutclearn oil pressure is what I'd like.

[@NGMonocrom]

Let's see what A.A. tested today..... 😍🤤 A Base model never looked so good! Also, Heck yeah; physical key! Won't leave you stranded if the car doesn't recognize the fob. Yes that happens. Best part, if you get it in Black, the hideous plastic cladding magically vanishes! Or, take it to a Spray shop. Have them re-spray the cladding to match the paint job.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Lol! And what a value this Base WRX is! I’ve driven a lot of modified V8’s in the last few weeks and those videos will come out publicly soon. But a stock WRX is still such a hoot! 🦉

[@davidrowe8771]

Premium fuel is recommended you can run 87 in this car

[@bigsiv]

No trunk button under the emblem on my ‘24 base.

[@WRXinthe410]

Im in my 50s looking for something fun to drive. Had 3 different S550 Mustangs and traded my last one (unfortunately) in for my current 22 Colorado. Its a good truck but its extremely boring especially coming from Mustangs. Whats the maintenance cost, insurance cost on these like?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Boring can be good, especially when you got the last year of the V6 and hopefully very reliable Colorado! Insurance could be similar to the Mustang, I’m not sure. I know those are two of the most ticketed cars. But also Subarus are safe and rarely stolen so hopefully it’s fairly cheap. I don’t think maintenance is bad at all. The 2.4T and a 6 speed manual is a pretty straight forward combo. 42k miles on my 2.4T and not a single hiccup. Best of luck!

[@WRXinthe410]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 my insurance for my 20 mustang almost tripled over night with a 20 year perfect driving record. I was pissed. The Colorado isnt bad so far. It's just not fun to drive.

[@DannyLeeCurtis]

I wanted something fun to drive and this was the only thing with a reasonable price that I could find. I got a 23 premium in white. I love it. I look forward to driving it every day.

[@LouCurri]

Why do they always call grey interior black?

[@bb_lz9790]

Although I'm in my 60s and just bought an Ascent, I keep looking at a Silver Base WRX on my local dealer's website. I want to take it for a spin, but don't dare...

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Haha, I get that! I say go for it and enjoy a test drive. 🤪

[@christopherkeene3647]

Yup I made the mistake of driving one a few months back. I want one really bad now 🎉. But I just drive my crosstrek 😅

[@bb_lz9790]

@@christopherkeene3647 Manual or automatic?

[@christopherkeene3647]

@ manual My back is messed up and I was trying to see if I could still drive a stick, it would be a play/second car. Still trying to find a cvt to drive to compare. My daily driver is a 18 crosstrek with 51k cvt and love it. No gear changes just goes, fun in the curves, just modulate the long pedal 😎. Was down in Columbus GA the other week and they had a ts and 5 other models was looking at an orange one to go with the orange crosstrek. My thing is that dang huge screen in the dash. Well and the 30 something dollars to buy and just sit in the driveway.

[@johnstepanek7036]

59 years old and 2 weeks ago I traded in my 2006 Baja for a 2024 WRX Premium in red with upgraded stereo.

[@KelaBeats]

Idk what twin falls is but I got my brand new limited for $37k out the door. 2 trim levels higher than base for a few thousand more.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That sounds like a sweet deal!

[@johnnyeatsnyc]

Damn a limited for $37k! I was just quoted $36,750 for a premium

[@Xaca12345]

These are so much more affordable in Canada. I paid $26k USD including taxes when factoring in the exchange rate.

[@yourmanzach2307]

So is the stick shift worse than the 2021 wrx?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I haven’t driven a VA WRX since they first came out around 2015/2016 when I test drove a few pretending to be interested in them, so I don’t remember how that experience compares to these haha.

[@VocalVirgo]

*0 - 60* Traction Control ON: 5.5. Traction Control OFF: 5.3. I Launched at 3000 RPM (because I'm not looking to ruin my clutch). ~ 500' above seal level and definitely not on Track Pavement. I don't know why Subaru states 5.6 seconds? I'm sure if you revved it even higher and dropped the clutch it would do even better. I don't care what the AutoMags say- this is indeed faster than the Elantra N. Oh, and my Highway MPG at 70 is 31, manually calculated. I will say this, in hot climates or if you're going to beat on it a little, you should use a 40 Weight oil. These boxer engines are Very capable of 300,000+ miles if you treat them decent and used the right weight oil for your climate and your driving habits.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thanks for sharing all of your experiences with it!!

[@Moondoggy1941]

I love that color, my local Subaru dealer has not been getting much product. So it is getting difficult to find the base in blue.

[@alianimator4126]

east coast dealerships are overstocked w wrx ! at least 10 on each lot

[@Moondoggy1941]

@@alianimator4126 They finally got about 4 Base WRX and also in the good blue, but the discounts are long gone.

[@aaronreed9863]

Make this a wilderness Subaru!

[@kc0hng]

I plan on doing this myself!

[@SSteacher95]

I was under the impression all models were rev limited, did they change this for '24?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s a good question, and I’m sorry I don’t know the answer. It’s been almost a year since I drove a 23.

[@kristoffersana960]

My 2023 is for sure rev limited.

[@Offensively-normal]

While not being very useful for staving off criminals. Panic buttons can be useful in crowded parking lots. Ending uncomfortable conversation with the neighbor. Preventing stray dogs from using you lawn for their business. And my favorite. Protesting the protesters.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Very true. It sounds like you have quite the array of experiences using the panic button! Lol 😂

[@MiNCRUM]

How did you not have a rev limiter?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Good question lol

[@MiNCRUM]

Yeah I am curious because normally that requires a tune, no?​@@AutomotiveAnonymous208

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I honestly don’t know or remember because it’s been almost a year since I drove my last 2023 WRX. Maybe the tune changed or maybe it’s because this is a manual and not the CVT.

[@SoichiroSan]

If you can't have a GR Corolla, the WRX is not an awful consolation prize.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Absolutely!

[@kristoffersana960]

Not taking it off road?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

It’s not my vehicle, but personally I’d love to test it in that fashion.

[@Hazdazos]

The VB needs 4 things: a little more power, a more responsive screen with better graphics, less plastic cladding, and finally some color on the inside of the cabin. None of these are difficult to do, but Subaru stubbornly refuses to fix these issues.

[@worldofnateg]

As a VB owner, it's fast enough at 271hp. Buuuuuuuuuuut a touch over 300hp would be just right.

[@tomrakusan1179]

Maybe it’s because they dont need fixing?

[@6thonyGodtano]

The 2024 WRXs screen is a lot more responsive than the 2022 a friend had. Graphics are the same unfortunately though. Wireless Carplay is very cool and works very well though!

[@tekinozsoy3324]

I bought 24 wrx vb 11ks on clock drive home about 10km driving easy,,,pulled um in driveway turned off,,,and all off a sudden alot of smoke came from under the hood,,,rezalet said was normal but I'm still concerned,,,any help would be appreciated thank you

[@tekinozsoy3324]

I'm australia aswell if makes any difference

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m really sorry to hear that! I’d recommend calling the dealer and see if they’ll flat bed tow it back to diagnose what’s going on. Best of luck and thanks for watching from half way across the world! 🌎

[@rwilson3896]

If it’s a second hand car, the previous owner could have modded the car and caused the issues you’re experiencing

[@kristoffersana960]

Never have had this problem

[@kindregardless]

Could you sleep in the back?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m sure if you could fit and were deprived enough for sleep you’d eventually fall asleep. But I don’t think I’d advise sleeping in the truck. Hopefully the hatch comes back someday!

[@kindregardless]

@AutomotiveAnonymous208 i mean with the back seats down?

[@fp5495]

The WRX comes with summer tires, not all-season.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

🤦‍♂️😅 Thanks for pointing out that correction!

[@drakegao1]

Waiting for the 2025 version.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m sure they’ll be out soon!

[@arealglitterb0y]

you find it interesting that the bumper comes out further than the rest of the car? lol

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Lol, well obviously it’s for crash test crumple zones, which are understandable especially since this car is rated quite highly. But that justification doesn’t make it any less ugly. 🤷‍♂️😅

[@Bosn1ac]

I still ended up buying a VA WRX 6sp. I just prefer the older WRX.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Nothing wrong with a VA! 😎

[@Bosn1ac]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 Nothing wrong with owing a WRX. Period.

[@jameskocks4734]

they look way better in and out. i used to own a 2018 but much more expensive depending if you want to mod

[@worldofnateg]

I need to look at that sticker. I thought my 23 has a payload capacity of 1,300 lbs. I do go camping with a loaded car, so this worries me a bit.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Yeah, it’s probably worth looking into. Most of the other Subarus I’ve driven seem to be around 950lbs unless it’s the Ascent.

[@Mrmajellan123]

Get a truck.

[@worldofnateg]

@@Mrmajellan123 Oh sweet! Are you offering to buy me one?

[@Vladg111]

Elantra N is a serious competition to the WRX

[@Cheffy916]

Front wheel drive is meh

[@karmahunden]

@@Cheffy916 awd isnt all that great when it comes to performance.... only thing is that it allows you to stress less and push it further in slippery conditions, but launching it from a dig is painful and no one likes to do that. FWD wheelhop/spin isn't fun, but lack of wheelspin is equally boring. I do enjoy when fwd/rwd wheels spin a bit to release excessive power vs the awd differential swallowing all of the abuse.... that just hurts.

[@user-zv3fe4nz8o]

What about proper break in? All these KZbinrs putting hard miles on new cars. This is why I never buy a new car with more than 5 miles on it.

[@openscholar9908]

I liked the 23 base model better.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Why’s that? 🤔

[@openscholar9908]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 no nannies

[@Makrov-k7n]

That mustang 😂.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Hahaha.

[@DuxEtRex]

Enough with the cladding comments. Move on. 🙄

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Haha okay fine. I’ll plan to film a few 2025s soon.

[@juniormeyer27]

My 2017 5n Volkswagen Tiguan will do the same in stock form. I don't understand how this is impressive in 2024.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Yeah, WRX straight line performance hasn’t been impressive for at least the last 10 years. Yet, they’re still cool cars and people seem to love them lol.

[@johnrobinson1328]

No it won't.

[@tomrakusan1179]

Ok - take your SUV and enjoy it. 0-60 numbers are meaningless - this is a sporty car that carves turns. Try in that in your SUV. Or you can just drive your spec sheet and feel good.

[@tomrakusan1179]

“Torque peaks at 3,000 RPM”? - the torque is at max and flat from 2000 to about 5000 - read the torque curves.

[@tomrakusan1179]

Engine braking is determined by compression, not engine size………..c’mon!

[@cancel.lgbtq.6892]

Just heard that Subaru is killing off Legacy after 2025. If they dont bring back WRX STI , this will be gone too.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I sure hope they don’t get rid of these too. I actually just drove a 2014 STI wagon in WR Blue. Which is probably my all time favorite spec of the STI. I want the wagon to come back, lol.

[@akronorka]

I fear this is the end, so I got a 24 base a few weeks ago. Almost got premium, but I’d rather put the cash elsewhere.

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

Should do 0-60 with a 1/4 or less gas tank.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Nope that shouldn’t be done. And be careful not to go around corners with hard acceleration when fuel levels are low.

[@TheIndulgers]

It is just so so ugly, and unfortunately in person it doesn't look any better - unlike the brz.

[@tatebarnum731]

wtf is that rrear bumper XD

[@kdomster9141]

Sea of plastics and cheapness for 35K? CVT auto all over again , no thanks . Styling far from best , they use to have way better designs 10 yrs ago

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

The 2014 STI Wagon in WR Blue definitely was the peak of WRX appearance. 😍

[@kdomster9141]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 Exactly , keep it clean and classy is not what they do these days

[@EvolutionIX219]

The wrx, shit all of Subarus have always been ugly. Unless you go back to the 90s. I personally think this is one of the better looking ones

[@BenBradley-e8k]

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[@Unchainedmaple888]

This really should've been a hatchback. That rear end is just horrendous in person and in photos, it's a big diaper made of black cladding.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Those 2011-14 WR Blue hatch WRX and STIs were my favorite in the looks department! 😍

[@oblonghas]

Gc8 and Gf8 were the best. These new ones are the ugliest yet

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I recently reviewed a 2014 WR Blue hatch back STI, probably my favorite STi ever. I don’t know when I’ll make it public from my membership only access right now, but it was a seriously cool car! 😎

[@Thankyou_3]

If Subarus would have come with Toyota engines, I would definitely buy one. The Subaru boxer engines are disastrous for oil leaks, emissions control system failures and piston failures once out of warranty.

[@Thankyou_3]

@@chriswhooponly couple of models and last couple of years…they will get it right. By far, Toyotas quality is consistent over the last 40 years.

[@PeterHernandez-lg2eh]

Too much plastic cladding

[@tomrakusan1179]

Not really….subjective.

[@MiNCRUM]

I like the cladding

[@SineFractal]

It’s made for off roading

[@danejohnson8430]

Stick shift & flat bottom wheel. Enough said.

[@theredsalmon612]

i have one, it is fun to drive, however, the shifter quality is not great at all. it is hands down the worst part of the car

[@tomrakusan1179]

The STI short-throw for $400 is the fix - love mine

[@boosted1430]

I wonder if you can add stiffer springs in the transmission. Idk honda transmissions can do that it takes out the slop from the shifter

[@johndevenney7144]

I'm getting one next month had to order one can't wait

[@johndevenney7144]

I already have a Outback Wilderness love that one

[@tomrakusan1179]

And the Perrin shift-stop - totally different and ideal shifter with these two mods