Everything I Hate About The 2022 WRX

I love my 2022 WRX, but I have a significant amount of complaints about it. A lot of you guys reached out to me on instagram asking what I thought of the car so far, so I figured it would be best to make a video to share with everyone.
My IG: @streetlnspired
MOD LIST:
PERFORMANCE:
- Radium Dual Baffled Catch Cans
EXTERIOR:
- Paint Matched Rear Bumper
- Noble Rear F1 Light
- Tail Light Tint Overlays
- Noble Sports Grille
MISC:
- Front LED Switchbacks
- Rear LED Panel Tag Lights
#2022wrx

[@John-vh1fk]

The rattling is my biggest gripe. Mine was at the dealer for 30 days while they took the whole dash apart because in cold weather the entire dash sounded like it was going to crack in half. The tech said it was where the AC ducts go around. He said Subaru does a terrible job at padding them. Got it back and so far so good. Coming from a GTI, I miss the interior quality of the GTI but definitely like the more engaging feel of the WRX.

[@romariosmith422]

More engaging... wow. My last gti was a mk6 and that car was like thee sports car. Steering and handling were just amazing. Only thing it needed was the e888 engine.

[@stinkothestooleater4490]

@@romariosmith422people like different things, roads requirements are different in different places. Where one place the wrx shines, the gti may not as much and vice versa

[@timothybaker3303]

​@@romariosmith422 LOL bro drive a a gen 1 base boxster, your gti isn't a sports car

[@chrischarles9218]

After hitting 3k miles I am very used to the shifter. Everyone that gets the shifter mods say it's a world of difference so Ill probably get some upgrades on it. I have a package 11 premium and I think that is one step up from the base model and my car has zero rattles. I guess I just got lucky with assembly because I hear many complain about it but I have none. ETA - I was a Lowes this week and two military guys pulled up and ask "is that the new WRX?" They like many claimed the car looks way better in person than the pictures they saw online. I had just buffed it so that probably helped some.

[@sdasda4654]

Shifter mods are always a world of difference. Had I know this I would have gotten my kart boy before I bought wheels! Changed my love for my car.

[@dontewarren1047]

To my knowledge….That light sensitivity menu is for adjusting when your low beams will turn on in the “Auto” setting on the stalk. The higher the setting, the earlier in the day the low beams will activate based on outdoor lighting. That setting does nothing to control the high beam assist feature. In order for the HBA to work your headlights need to be in the “Auto” setting on the stalk and then push the stalk back to activate the high beams…a little green high beam assist logo should appear in the instrument cluster to indicate the HBA system is functioning.

[@StreetInspired1]

I just checked the manual and you are 100% correct! I just assumed without looking into it. So the auto hi beams are just bad nomatter what lol

[@dontewarren1047]

@@StreetInspired1 I have a 22 WRX Limited and mine have always worked perfectly. Wonder if it’s a bad sensor or something?

[@SuzukiKid400]

@@dontewarren1047 my ‘22 lights work perfectly too

[@AlanAnt]

I’m wondering if you tinted your windshield. That would make the camera think it’s darker and prevent it from properly dimming.

[@mirandasanchez5852]

Nice mods. That's super weird. I have a WRX 2022 too, and AppleCarPlay is on the whole screen. So maybe, it's just an Android thing? There are some things hard to get used to, such as the turn signals and the climate controls. My biggest complain with the 2022 WRX is that the manual does not come with lane keeping and smart cruise control. You'd have to get the automatic (SPT). Also, in Canada we didn't get the RECARO seats, which totally blows. The WRX top trim seats are very comfy though. Overall, it's a great daily driver, specially if you live where you get a lot of snow. There's just not another car that's AWD, and makes that much HP in the market, at that price point. (Corolla GR is ~$10K more) You can go anywhere and do whatever with this car, from taking it to the track to going off-road. It's very reliable. It has one of the best resale values. And it's again, very functional it has a huge trunk and a lot of space in the back seats. Lots of people compare this car to the civic si, elantra n, and golf r. But to be honest, none of them are as functional as this one if you live up North and this is your only car. Besides both of them wouldn't get past the driveway after a snowstorm. My two cents.

[@WRXMAN-ms2mm]

1. A car with a MANUAL transmission should have climate control with ROTARY KNOBS and TOGGLE SWITCHES for the heated seats. 2. A modern touch screen that has a rotary knob for volume is just odd. 3. Yes the VA and now VB WRX shifter is inadequate. The Dark Matter V2 although pricey looks like the best one stop solution. Plus it ditches all the “plastic”. 4. As for the engine the plastic yes plastic oil pick up just feels wrong to me. No brazed connection to fail but plastic for an internal engine component just strikes me as unwise material choice.

[@samagon00]

I had a 2015 WRX, the shifter feel is a big part of why I chose to upgrade to a slower BRZ, the shifter in that was simply sublime. when I saw the 2022 had no change in the shifter department, well, I knew I wouldn't be getting one.

[@StreetInspired1]

100% the brz shifter is excellent!!

[@dearcoffee85]

I heard 22 was better than VA shifter. Not true?

[@samagon00]

@@dearcoffee85 I have no idea, go out and test drive it. I have no desire to even try.

[@dyliver]

@@dearcoffee85 they’re the exact same thing. I own one and I owed 2016 Wrx. The best way I can describe it is that it’s clunky. But it feel better when it’s clunky to bang gears. But when driving normal it’s kinda bad…

[@dearcoffee85]

@@dyliver Wonder if the sti short throw shifter makes it any better?

[@nickgeracitano5339]

I bought a WRX for the engine and the all-wheel drive experience. I don’t expect anymore. Simple.

[@mattsiegel1446]

Good video thanks, considering this for my new daily driver. Owned 4 wrx myself but felt cramped in my 2015 after 40k and sold for something roomy. Missing that feeling of looking forward to a drive without a wrx or sports car that is also somewhat economical.

[@tsoioleg]

I have GT in same color and I have no issues like you do. No rattle so far, I am okay with Infotainment, no problems with elbows. I love the changeable suspension and all goodies that come with SPT. I only wish it was a bit lower so the wheel gap is not as wide as it is and collision beeps in traffic.

[@sexynerd34]

The wheel gap is pretty common with cars from factory. Probably what killed the 4g eclipse. I think the WRX fenders are supposed to help the car stand out more as a rally car, since they already sell a street car.

[@jimmyglea]

Same. My GT has about 6,000 on it. It doesn’t rattle on the inside and the CVT is excellent if you settle down and learn how to drive it. I’m almost 50 and this is the best all around car I’ve ever had.

[@gustavogo2915]

You have a huge problem. The problem is you got a crappy cvt 🚮

[@jimmyglea]

@@gustavogo2915 I’ll be sure to take that into account when I climb into my paid for car that’s barely 7 months old.

[@gustavogo2915]

@@jimmyglea took you that long to pay it off? I didn’t even need to finance. Mines is paid off and barely one month old. Haven’t even hit 1k miles and every day the six speed makes the drive that much more engaging. Cvt is boring

[@JDMVB]

The STI short shifter is a must, couldn't imagine how it feels without lol

[@paulj784]

Agree.. i drove a base and premium back to back (the premium with short shifter) and it's a world of difference, IMO.

[@AlanAnt]

I’ve had 5 of these 3 WRX and two STI. Put a short throw in all but the most recent-which has the SPT.

[@BlackBruceLeeTheGreatDekuTree]

I’m a tall dude with long arms and big hands and the stock shifter has given me no problems honestly. Neither does the lowe arm rest people have complained about too, but to really each their own

[@gustavogo2915]

@@BlackBruceLeeTheGreatDekuTreesame

[@craigmason2884]

Upgrade to an iPhone and you won’t have those issues

[@donaldsmith8657]

The window visors mobility....Yikes! Also I hate the little shadows IN the headlight beams.

[@steveny8289]

I disagree on 2 things: -steering wheel controls are way better than my 2020. Volume up and down are better. -suspension doesn’t feel as bad as described. My limited doesn’t feel like it’s bottoming out. Outside of the above; the review is great

[@jm4life85]

Apple car play uses more of the screen. It’s something to do with the way android auto is.

[@isaaclove6819]

so i’ve got a 2011 subaru legacy limited, and my high beam thing works perfectly, idk why it doesn’t in the newer cars lmao, but i have the same issue with the rattling from my sound system (same brand), but other then that this is obvl almost completely different. i’m watching this in order to see if i shoukd trade my car in to get one of these, honestly they’re my dream cars, ik very very low dreams but at least ik i can obtain it. good video, thanks

[@StreetInspired1]

Nothing wrong with that. Over all i love the car! It would be a solid upgrade if you like the styling of them!

[@MahmoodYahyaviAzad]

Absolutely great video! Just sold my VA and waiting for something better from Subaru, sadly the VB is not it.

[@gaivoron]

That high beam is a real issue, that would drive me insane!

[@pequenioedgarito3067]

I have the same 2022 wrx premium model. 1) screen is great but it takes your eyes off the road. Thats bad. I prefer knobs or dials to adjust climate 2) the shifter is very loose and sloppy. Have a lot of play when in gears first, 2nd, 5th and 6th 3) seat /front section doesnt lower. Basically you and just sitting on. A fixed “bucket” position. Despite these items-its still an awesome car❤!

[@drueger]

Im very tall so id actually wouldve liked to make it even more aggressive. At 6'2" my thighs are basically floating

[@zacharydellamano7199]

If you had an issue with the transmission, there's no reason you should have purchased this car. As you said, that's a huge part of the driving experience. Also, the VW GTI shifter/clutch combo is notoriously numb and plasticky, so I'm not sure why that was your benchmark. They're basically all designed for the DSG. I agree with a lot of your complaints, but it sounds like you're really not happy with the car.

[@zane8789]

The only thing I hate about my 2024 Impreza is the weird wind noise when driving fast. :( interior and car is extremely quiet but I can literally hear the wind whipping into the interior from the door.

[@WrxJapanguy]

About 600 miles in on mying and yes the shifter is still disappointing I’ve had a va and an ej and I don’t think it has changed shifter stops do help some to get rid of play, also noticed transmission does not like starting up and going especially in cold weather definitely feels like it needs to warm up, my 22 civic si didn’t have those issues but had other issues and no awd so I guess it is what it is

[@atweber]

The auto hi beam is turned off by just pulling the hi beam stock when headlights on at night. I usually have it off.

[@drueger]

Apple carplay does use the lower area. The subaru dealership told me that before android coolwalk ish android was at fault. Now we are just waiting for subaru to update it or not. Also the short shifter feels great from the factory :)

[@estebanramos4659]

I agree with street inspired that the VB is stiff but in my opinion the VA wrx felt bumpier and stiffer.

[@bsr6823]

I love everything about mine except the factory summer tires. Not the greatest for Surepak alpine roads where mine drives 75% of the time. Added cost to switch out tires.

[@Blue_Ghost-X]

You can shut off the auto high beam feature with the lights set to auto. Took me a while to figure out but it’s possible.

[@Anonymoose0913]

It’s not about it looking like a civic. It’s the fact they intentionally went with cheap materials over the entire car and still asking the premium price tag for it…

[@stewhite3875]

Surly you tried some of this stuff before buying the car right? If so, what made you buy it? Most people will argue that the newer wrx cars are nowhere near as good as the late 90's and early 2000 models. You should have bought one of them instead if you wanted actual buttons and knobs

[@leftyo9589]

glad i got the VA. besides the looks of the new one, which i dont care for, cant stand huge infotainment screens. it looks like for the driver most things are a downgrade, except it looks like the seats are upgraded from the previous premium model. meh, try again subaru!

[@shutang6840]

I just wanna get rid of the dead pedal, it's too high I have to put my foot underneath the clutch pedal, don't know if left hand driver would be better

[@DELICIOUSORANGECHICKEN]

Awesome video!

[@robertsgarlata4085]

The stock tires are stones. Replace them with something more civilized but still sporty and you'll smooth out the ride without significant street performance sacrifice.

[@unkemptsamuel]

I’m sure a lot of these issues will be resolved since this is the first model year

[@StreetInspired1]

100%

[@mvp2000pj]

What you think about swapping a fa24 into a VA chasis?! Lol mated to sti trans?

[@StreetInspired1]

That would be the most perfect setup!! That's what I wanted to do with my 2020. Already had the sti swap. But my dreams got cut short.

[@mvp2000pj]

@@StreetInspired1 I know and that sucks but the new car will be good. And knowing you, it will come out awesome! I'm thinking in a year or two building an FA24 and on my 18 lol going NUTS

[@tonyjolley832]

Weird. My auto high beams works fine. Not sure what it's set to.

[@RI-yw8hm]

Damn I just got thru withdrawing a down payment today to go get a 2022 WRX Limited tomorrow, so this car is not recommendable then?

[@StreetInspired1]

I love the car overall. If you test drive one and like it then send it!

[@RI-yw8hm]

@@StreetInspired1 Pulled the trigger and got it. Loving the car so far!

[@StreetInspired1]

@@RI-yw8hm that's awesome! Glad you're enjoying it!

[@RI-yw8hm]

@@StreetInspired1 thanks bro!

[@katelynnsgiraffe6456]

using your phone is illegal while driving so use this giant ipad instead.....

[@StreetInspired1]

Right!? All auto manufacturers are going this direction too.

[@gheewheez7624]

Did you even test drive or did some research on this car before buying it???...You have A LOT of complaints geesh...Why did you even get it??? Sell it and get a Type R mah guy 😂😂😂

[@R1val909]

Ur selling me on this wrx man

[@jt.8144]

The WRX's the produce here aren't really the best. LMAO.. Want a good quality one? Get one FROM JAPAN.

[@AJ-dc2tt]

You need Cadillac instead of wrx 😂 if noise and bumps bother you.

[@StreetInspired1]

Definitely not expecting anything close to Cadillac quality but Hyundai makes much cheaper cars and they don't rattle and vibrate like these things do 😂

[@porschegt2346]

These are sitting at the dealer unsold at under msrp. Nobody wants these…

[@StreetInspired1]

I think it's dependent on the area. My local dealerships can't keep them in stock. I saw 3 unloaded at my subaru and within 2 days on the lot, they were all sold.

[@vikingvideo8561]

​@@StreetInspired1Same here. Five sold in a week. None to test drive. I have to order a '23 for $1k msrp hike and the dealer adds $3k on top before fees. If I drive a couple hours away they're selling for under msrp.

[@777kason]

You chance to press the peddle all the way down.. all the way or it feels like shit.

[@noneofyourbusiness4219]

Buyers remorse. You skimped out and want to blame the company. All these issues are solved with options you could have added or went with the limited. Do not be cheap and then complain about it.

[@StreetInspired1]

First off, I love my car. I'm simply expressing my minor gripes with it. Second, what exactly are you referring to? Paying a few thousand dollars more for a limited wouldn't fix interior rattles, wouldn't fix a hibeam sensor that kinda sucks, wouldn't fix my issues with the radio. The only difference between this car and a limited is turning headlights, nicer seats and leather door panel inserts...

[@joeremondino1433]

Karen.

[@StreetInspired1]

No, not really. Just showing people what to expect. If i was a karen, I would take it back to the dealer.

[@suicicada]

As a new manual transmission driver, the shifter feel kills my confidence lol

[@jordancollins2553]

You should use the full auto feature for the climate control. It will change how you feel about the climate controls because you can use the buttons for temp to adjust climate and it will fully automate what needs to be done to make you comfortable

[@SuzukiKid400]

I don’t understand why people don’t use auto climate control. Do they also manually turn the fan up and down in their house too?? Weird.

[@xtrekrex]

This is exactly what I do.

[@steve8803]

​@@SuzukiKid400 what fan in your house?

[@Sherwood.Photography]

I never use auto climate control unless I’m using max heat to defrost and initially warm the car. I don’t like the fact that all the sudden it might go full fan and dry my eyeballs out.

[@jordancollins2553]

@@Sherwood.Photography I’ve not once in 3 thousand miles had it go full blast unless I turned to full low or full high and it hasn’t ever taken full low or full high on any other setting but floor vents

[@aptkeyboard3173]

I have a 2022 WRX in silver with the same trim and options and I haven’t had any rattles at all and my auto hi-beams have worked flawlessly. Just hit 9k miles yesterday. I noticed you had the heat set to over 80 so I’m guessing you are somewhere cold… The suspension is not as stiff when it is warm outside. I totally agree about the screen and shifter feel though

[@TDT0188]

The infotainment is enough to keep me from buying a new car. Hot garbage. If that thing fails, so does every system controlled by it. The STI trans should have gone in this car no question.

[@pharmztko]

Everything I hate about my 2022 WRX - NOTHING 💙💛

[@billisdewillis5]

Have 7000kms on my poverty spec WRX and the only gripes: -screen buttons for hvac -dropped connections with phone -shitty gas mileage Otherwise this car is so playful and fun to drive!

[@drueger]

​@@billisdewillis5 ong i dont think anyone has bought a subaru for the gas mileage

[@billisdewillis5]

I know…but when 5.0L Mustangs can average better…it’s just odd. It is a fun car though, in the snow, I have never had a more playful car…

[@truckinguy92]

@@billisdewillis5 the 5.0 wouldn’t pull that off with AWD. You’re kinda comparing 🍎 to 🍊. I’m thinking about going to this from a 5.0 Mustang. Life’s changed and the payments are killing me at this point.

[@jamesreckling6697]

This is a whine a thon. This is a great car!🎉

[@drunkpolack7612]

I just installed an sti shifter in my dads 22 wrx and it made a huge difference and relatively easy to install

[@gotrice5]

I have a slight creak in the steering wheel inside the cabin, but nothing feels too stiff or too loose but the car drives great. I have the premium SPT and thoroughly enjoy this car as it's the first subie and car I've officially purchased myself.

[@Buxtonphil]

same here my first one and i got it myself. i am counting the breakin miles for some real fun!

[@redpillpusher]

touch screen interfaces in vehicles are monumentally stupid and unsafe. real switches/buttons allow to manipulate features without having to divert eyes from the road.

[@jedwin4816]

I share several gripes with you about the '22 WRX. In particular the "tablet" is annoying. I would really rather have good 'ol fashioned knobs, buttons and switches. Damn you Tesla- everybody thinks they have to copy you guys now. The suspension is a bit bouncy in regular driving around but as you've noticed- it's like the car gets down to business when you drive fast on a twisty road and it seems very well tuned for that kind of driving. Two things I'll add: the oil temp gauge is nice but how about an oil psi gauge as well like every other sporty car in the world. Also- why not mount the battery in the trunk like many other sports/performance cars? Rear passenger side trunk (low and over axle line is best) is so much better than high up under the hood on the drivers side. Overall- the car is just what I wanted: bare bones performance (by today's standards) at an affordable price with room to improve the car over time myself.

[@BrookeJones-tt1ou]

I agree. I hate how it takes forever to access stuff in the screen, especially the A/C, heated seats and heater

[@tomrakusan1179]

1. You’re whining about the screen - whatever little issues you had, the ‘23 fixed it. - invalid comments in my book 2. They fixed the android auto screen display. How about an update video? Apple car play is fine. 3. You hate the shifter? Likely the only one - it never feels like I’m breaking it. More whining. 4. Removed the pause play button? Really?!?!?! Did you buy a sports car or an iPod? 5. My doors don’t rattle - or anything else for that matter. I’m sorry but I get no rattles. Whining. 6. The fake carbon fiber on the door - did you buy a sports car of a lounger? 7. Auto dimming high beams work perfectly. More whining. It’s not what you say it is. 8. Tired left arms? There is an arm rest not eh door. You might want to look for it. Besides - having your hands at 9 and 3 on the wheel is the proper way to drive - again - did you buy a car or a lounger? 9. You can hear the strut? Really??? It is stiff as a sports car should be. I do not hear any struts. Buy a Buick - they had a nice LeSabre n 1975. 10. A dent in the parking lot? They’re flared fenders. Is this a real complaint or are you just looking to whine? 11. Wavy bumper? Sorry, again, mine is fine. I guess distorted cloud reflections are a big problem. 12. One thing you’re right about is the handling - it is MUCH better than the VA in terms of handling. 13. Also right about the power unit……much better than the FA20. Overall, your video criticizes stuff that either done at exist of doesn’t matter. The real value of this is car is its drive ability. And it does that really well. What you should have done is highlight the most important aspect of this car - the driving, and then mention the whining, if you really have to. This video is biased and is not very useful to anyone considering buying one. Think about how you self-direct and self-produce your videos. This ain’t it.

[@StreetInspired1]

Wow. I've never seen anyone take so much offense to someone's opinion over a car. 1.) This video cameout before the 23 was released so at the time there was no fix. And I made a video on "everything I hate about my *22* wrx"... Not 23 2.) It only took them over a year. I'm sorry but when car reviews come out people typically talk about the car in its current state, not what may or may not be fixed a year later. 3.) A lot of people don't like the Shifter. I would say nearly half of the people who buy these cars upgrade the shifter. Maybe go test drive the new BRZ or an older STI and then feel your shifter again and tell me how good it is. 4.) Invalid argument. It's a simple creature comfort that is in almost every single new car. 5.) Glad your doors don't rattle but I made a video fixing my door rattle and had tons of comments and messages from people who had the same rattle and were happy I showed them how to remedy it. 6.) Real Carbon is found in higher end vehicles. I don't expect Subaru to put real carbon on the car. But most car enthusiasts agree that fake carbon looks tacky and they could've skipped it for literally plain plastic and it would've looked better. 7.) Glad you think I'm whining, but I personally accidentally hi beamed more people than I could count because my hi beams didn't turn off in time. It's cool when they work properly but they don't always work properly and if yours do well im happy for you. 8.) Not specifically complaining that there isn't an armrest, only that there isn't a place to rest your arm that isn't akward for someone of my size. Again... this is preference and matter of opinion. And I've never met a person that holds the wheel at 9 and 3 during stop and go traffic and on a long highway road trip. 9.) I'm glad your car is perfect or your hearing is broken. 10.) It's not a dent. It's the shape of the factory body. I didn't say anything about the flares. I said the body line on the fender looks like a dent. And people have agreed with me on that. 11.) Again, I'm glad your car is perfect. No a distorted reflection isn't a big deal. But it's something people might be interested in seeing on a brand new car. 12.) The wrx has always handled amazing and I'm glad subaru keeps improving it. I'm glad we agree. 13.) And yes the FA24 is a great upgrade over the FA20. I'm glad we agree. Overall, my video encapsulates my opinion of the 2022 WRX. It criticized stuff that does exist (on my 22 wrx) or does matter (to some people) I wouldn't call this video Biased when I made the video called "Everything I Hate About The 22 WRX" With a title clearly stating what the video is about, it makes no sense to spend the video highlighting the good things about the car. This is just one video of the many videos I made with my 2022 wrx. And it's the only one where I'm complaining because that was the point and title of the video. I do think about how I self-direct and self-produce my videos. I do just that. I don't have someone telling me what to do or how to film my opinion. So I'm filming MY opinion, and MY experience, on MY video. In conclusion, I never take this much time to reply but because you felt the need to come at me and defend every single complaint I had about the car I figured I would reply and remind you that this video was titled "Everything ***I*** Hate" not "Everything Everyone Hates" Because this video was a matter of MY opinion, even if some people thing I'm "whining" about "non existent" things.

[@LagunaOba]

Just got a 2023 DREAM CAR💙💙💙 ! I live in Florida its always hot and flat

[@shawnmartin9198]

Everything I’ve complained about are in this video. Considering trading this thing in because of the lack of interior quality and comfort

[@BrookeJones-tt1ou]

Me too. I hate that dumb screen!!

[@adamsmidkiff1]

He kinda discredited himself when he started complaining about the shifter. I've owned nothing but manuals throughout my life and of all the complaints I had about my WRX, the shifter felt "broken" wasn't one. Where is that coming from?

[@brysonfrantz4740]

I think that for a vehicle, having climate control done by the head unit is the worst way to do it, while people might not like it, the classic knobs is the way to go and will remain my prefered method of interfacing with my climate control.

[@Rick4345]

I have Apple CarPlay. Mine uses the full screen.

[@OsightblinderO]

100% agree about the factory shifter. I actually JUST called my dealership to talk to them about it, I asked if maybe there was a lack of grease or something and they chuckled. Guess Im risking the warranty on a short shifter/plates. Can NOT stand this shifter, my 04 anniversary GLI's stock shifter was better than this one haha. Pro tip about resting your arm, for anyone wondering, I do that awkward elbow up thing on the door sill mentioned and it gave me serious shoulder pain after a few days. Dont do it! lol PS How about that hood when it's open? MAN THAT THING STANDS UP its SOOOO nice

[@treywaye6917]

I’m pretty sure you can order a short shifter through subaru, and i doubt it voids the warranty

[@brap_stu_tu_tu]

Short shifter, or even a shift stop is night and day difference. 👌🏼👌🏼

[@mandyduvall2828]

I got the premium package that came with a short throw shifter right from subaru. It was in the trunk with the accessories package. Your dealership should be able to get this shifter for you. To my knowledge from the dealership , this shifter will not void any warranty.

[@snoopyalien24]

I've driven the VB with the short shifter and WOW it was great! Like very very good. Hate the VA WRX shifter and this was a huge difference. Not as good as Honda's but close.

[@keithsada1380]

I've driven plenty of sticks and I don't see where this one feels bad at all. I have a new 2023 and I really like it.

[@BahhJustaLamb]

I agree with a lot of what you've said. On a small note, overall I still prefer the new volume buttons compared to the last gen. The VA had this directional arrow setup where I would constantly accidentally go to the next song or start the current song over while trying to change the volume. Also, in all fairness to Subaru... The half-screen Android Auto thing isn't really their fault. Apple Carplay displays nearly a full screen on the new Subaru infotainment system. I believe Android Auto does not yet support the aspect ratio of the large tablet-screens some of these newer cars have. The new shifter is indeed just as bad as the last one XD. However, I'd say that opting for the STI short-shifter, and then buying a shift stop and a brass bearing completely fixed it for me; now I very much enjoy rowing the gears. Overall, I'd say that the new WRX is set up better than the previous car. The last WRX felt very heavy, hesitant, and cumbersome to drive when stock. The new one is light on its feet and SATISFYING in a similar way that the Focus ST felt, only with AWD this time around.

[@Enrgz115]

This car has so much tuning potential! I just got the OTS flash and go tune from Boosted Performance and it really opened the car up! I would recommend it

[@Br0dacious]

@Bin Godii You’re clearly wrong dude they have an AP out for the 2022 😂 I literally have one

[@Br0dacious]

@Bin Godii dude that is literally impossible 😭 I can send you a video of the firmware saying 2022+ WRX

[@juelz4516]

@@Br0dacious that dudes an idiot i just watched a video of the new model with 2.4 and a Cobb tune 🤦‍♂️

[@mrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrk]

I have about 1,200 miles on mine so far. The transmission is my biggest complaint. 3rd-6th and reverse are all very smooth, but sometimes it doesn’t wanna go into 1st, and going to 2nd feels super crunchy. As far at the suspension, I’ve run over small twigs at low speed and it feels like I snapped a suspension component.

[@forrestrussellvisual]

Have you installed a shifter stop?

[@gaivoron]

It's the same as VA. So no surprise here since it's the same gearbox.

[@gaivoron]

​@@forrestrussellvisual shifter stop help, but it doesn't solve the shifter not wanting to go into the first gear. I had that happen to me like a handful of times when the car was under 10k miles.

[@suicicada]

Yea and it’s also a big deal for me because I’m a new manual driver so I’ve stalled mine a couple times thinking I put it in first when I didn’t

[@chrischarles9218]

I changed my gear oil to Valvoline 75w90 full synthetic and it helped.

[@mohannedishaq5797]

What do u expect from 32000 dollars.. Its not 100000 car like audi or porsche. The more u pay the goood quality u get dude.. Its ok for tht price. Which i dont like about new wrx is the engine. Prevoius enhine much more alive and good pickup. The new v heavy. Like same old sti. U need to push harder till hits tge 6 rmp. The old 3.5 rpm the car jumps and u feel like some is pulling u. I sold back my car to the company and 300 km only. One week used

[@StreetInspired1]

I mean, I see what you're saying, i did say in the video "i know its not a mercedes" but a brand new $20,000 Hyundai doesn't rattle on every panel. Its always been a subaru thing. I obviously knew this and still bought the car anyway. Just making other people aware. As far as the old engines, the EJ was cool but the new fa24 is superior in almost every way. The EJ was more raw and felt more "alive" so I know what you're saying though.

[@My3lilmonsters]

The lack of being able to lock the car while running is dumb/ keys have to be in it.... 2nd gear feels like gravel.

[@victorherrero4790]

I have a 23 Base trim Wrx. My take: Pros: Awesome Handling and Traction Great punchy engine Manual transmission Safety Solid built Cons: No driving modes no DRL No Fog Lights Mediocre fuel consumption

[@VEEZER1]

that grill looks like poop. shoulda bought a Base. Never shift into 1st gear while moving... Buy a shift knob that weighs 450grams. ill keep mine stock for 8 years and still get $20+ k out of it when i go to sell it. The car is very capable in crazy weather. Outshines 99% of all other cars in the handling department. Half the PSI boost as the outgoing model. I saw a win the first time I heard about the VB

[@AustinSamuelF]

The OEM suede dash pieces and armrest are very affordable btw. Just ordered them for my Premium

[@mattdouglass6809]

I’ve had my 22 since May of 2022 and I’m at 26k miles. Zero rattles. No vibrating parts. Only thing I would change is the brakes. The brakes are so bad that I think that they deserve a recall.

[@danek893]

Sorry man those are not new problems at all, those problem sin 2017 Impreza and 18 Crosstrek with the new WRX carry over as NEW. You may need to install sound proof material in those doors.

[@thomasbassett5475]

If you were smart you would vent your feelings to Subaru and try to get back some of your money because good luck selling that ugly turd of a car. The people who designed that car were not paid very well which was what Subaru has always done. They take the cheapest route possible and don't care about what their customers are asking from them. They got lucky with one of their models and they did very little since that success other than try to make it as cheap as possible every year they sold it. But the days of them having any quality cars in their lineup are over unless they get lucky again and I don't see that happening again. What made those cars popular was that they were built and designed in the 90s which is what a lot of people prefer to drive. They milked that car for twenty years and they can't do that anymore because of the laws and new safety requirements they have now. So they are just going to continue building the cheapest quality cars they can get away with now and hope for the best. But I don't see them getting lucky anymore and they will have to spend lots of money now for them to build a good car again and they will never do that. I predict Subaru will not be around by the year 2030 because they have no intentions of spending more money than they have to for them to keep building turds like this car. And they are going to lose their customer base because of that and they will go bankrupt because nobody is going to be racing to their dealerships to buy a car that looks like that and that will not last long enough for people to pay them off before they break down. They will survive for a couple of years for sure but when that ends they will not have enough people willing to spend their money for a car that they will have to make excuses for and personally, I would be embarrassed to have that car parked in my driveway. I could tint the windows so people don't see me driving it but I can't hide that car sitting in my driveway. That car will run okay for the first couple of years if you treat it gently. But after that, you will definitely start to have problems and Subaru is going to try to blame you for breaking that car because they know that most people who buy their cars do not have the money to fight them in court and you will be stuck with the bill to repair that car. This new engine was not built to be better than the last one. It was built to a very cheap cost and will not compare to the older version of that engine. If they listened to their customers then they would have had to spend lots of money to improve the WRX and they did the exact opposite so you are going to find out soon enough. If I were you, I would just admit that I made a huge mistake and take the loss now because it will be cheaper for you to do that now than if you wait. And don't become one of those people in denial constantly having to defend Subaru because that will only cost you more money in the long run and when you could be spending less driving something else that is way more reliable and performs well too and is not a complete eye sore like that Subaru you are driving now. Because that car has got to be the ugliest car produced today and you know it and so does everybody else who sees you driving it knows it. You would be better off buying the old STI model that this one replaced if you love Subaru that much. But this car is a turd and putting rims on it and dressing it up, it will still be a turd of a car.

[@davidducovny1367]

I can't believe a Japanese subaru wrx is cheaper than a Korean hyundai elantra N , Must be because all off these reasons you claim in this video

[@StreetInspired1]

Funny enough i was going to buy an elenatra N instead of the wrx but was literally spinning tires on the test drive and remembered how much i hate fwd

[@davidducovny1367]

@@StreetInspired1 right, from a dig is slower and spins the front tires , and you have the wheel-hop to,but from a roll is faster than a WRX, will not handle snow at all compared to WRX , no car is perfect

[@davidducovny1367]

@@StreetInspired1 i like the 2020 STI better , the looks on the new Wrx and elantra N are mediocre in my opinion

[@bradgreen987]

Dang ugly thing. It may run nice, but style always wins over performance. The VA( like I have) is beautiful, no unpainted plastic. Smoother lines.

[@mistamaog]

The shifter feels fine to me, feels mechanical, not as nice as my old 9th Gen Si, but it definitely feels better than a Golf shifter and the shifter in MT82 equipped mustangs. Also I'm wondering if there's an issue with your car with the rattling, because my premium with the HK system doesn't rattle, or maybe it's because I don't raise the volume too high 🤔 I'm not sure

[@PremiumUserUltra]

in forza right?

[@mistamaog]

@@PremiumUserUltra What about Forza?

[@garboi8976]

did you also get a GR86 then sell it for a 22 wrx? cause i did lol

[@mistamaog]

@@garboi8976 Haha no, I just randomly used the GR86/BRZ picture when the car came out. I did trade in my Civic Si for the WRX though

[@garboi8976]

@@mistamaog are you glad you did it? I traded in my 86 and paid an additional $5700 but I think it was worth it.

[@bobhebblewhite1685]

the things i love about my 22 wrx manual is, no electric seats, no sun/ moon/ rain roof, no satnav, no stop/start, and what i really love is it is just a really, really good car with a bloody good engine.

[@toyosup88]

You can pause music by holding the source button

[@Underpalm42]

I’ve got you! Same problems. How about pre-collision system? Stupidest annoying thing I’ve ever seen 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@jamescarr9821]

What about the oil starvation problem.. totally clogged up and full of that silicone stuff. We should complain recall that. Who wants the engine not getting proper oil circulation. Go to nhsa or whatever it’s called the safety place nobody wants a blown motor at 60k

[@timothybaker3303]

idk wtf you're talking about with the shifter. I have driven plenty of manual vehicles, there is nothing weird about the wrx shifter. yeah it's not a porsche but duh

[@MrSauceman09]

My 22 premium doesn't seem to have all the issues that yours does. I don't notice a rattle when I'm bumping music, and I too have the Harmon Kardon audio system. I love the auto high beams. They can blind people from time to time and will turn off if you're on a well lit road in town at night but tbh you don't need high beams if the roads are lit up that well. My biggest gripe with the car is the damn screen. I hate that Android auto gets half the screen while apple carplay gets the whole screen. Really screws over all the people who get this car that own androids. Was hoping that'd get fixed with a software update but nothing yet and honestly probably won't happen at all. All HVAC controls being on the screen does suck. That screen is impossible to use while driving. Especially if you're trying to focus on shifting gears as well. The screens also way too dim during a sunny day and reflects almost all sunlight that hits it blinding you during the right time of day. I'm seeing people in the comments suggesting full auto HVAC which I might have to start using. I was so used to fully manual controls on my '09 legacy that it just felt weird letting the car control it all. All in all I love this car, it's a hell of a lot of fun to drive. Biggest changes I'd like to see in the 2023 WRX is a better screen, option for brembo brakes (stock brakes are NOT good at stopping you when you're going 100+ mph), and maybe an option for a wing. Had to buy an aftermarket wing for $1k because I refused to let my WRX not look like how a WRX should Edit: If you get a chance to customize your WRX before it's made at the factory I highly recommend the STi mufflers. Stock car sounds really weak. STi mufflers make it sound much more aggressive

[@willywinket]

I like my 2022 limited VB WRX overall a little better than my 2016 limited VA model. The VA felt faster, but maybe because I had muffler delete exhaust on it. VB: better shifting, better handling, just feels better in general. I have driven tons of manual cars and trucks. But it’s clearly an opinion thing. And the suspension is definitely stiffer, but if I wanted plush I would buy a Caddy. But yeah the lack of knobs is a downside. Having to fiddle with the screen for climate control is poopy. Also I miss the mute button on the steering wheel that my Forester XT had. Oh, and rattles are just about a guarantee with any Subaru. I guess that’s why they cost half of an Audi R series. But Subaru rattles are better now than they were 15 or 20 years ago.

[@michaelking42]

I also think it looks sharp. And the control center sucks, it's nothing but a distraction that gets your attention off the road. Very bad. But they're all the same.

[@cryxbaby2250]

Rattles seems like a odd gripe. Youre in a wrx, its advertised as an off road vehical not a luxury vehical. Ive also never been in a car that doesnthave rattles after a couple thousand miles.

[@eugenegutierrez5106]

I drove this new 2023 wrx from dealership today. I’m only hesitant to purchase it because of the cvt tranny.

[@romankartsev220]

I hate the stupid eyesight on the top of my windshield it blocks like 20% of my visibility> And my infotainment has a glitch where it shuts off by it self at times.

[@SouthernLocks]

You bought a Subaru WRX not Porsche GTS bruh 😂. Take the win ..you cant beat that AWD for 35k

[@piercejenkins13]

Btw, apple car play is much better in the Subarus with the iPad screen. It actually fills the whole thing unlike android auto

[@brainformuscle]

You can pause music by holding down source button. Press it again to resume.

[@camaros68ful]

You got to buy a luxury sedan not 35k sport car. This will fix all your complaints.

[@Eric-hn6xp]

Tip for anyone who owns one of these... You can hold down the Source button to pause your music

[@DEPHCON.est.2002]

Excuse me, but after watching 2 mins of the video I CHOSE TO NOT WASTE MY TIME. You evidently used a BAIT AND SWITCH tactic of sorts. You are COMPLEMENTING THE VEHICLE MORE THAN YOUR GRIPES ABOUT IT. I am at a clear disadvantage here for not having access to the 2022 WRX, but so far, my only BIGGEST GRIPE ABOUT IT IS THE BRAKE LIGHTS APPEARANCE. I do not like the back looking more like a Honda Civic.

[@StreetInspired1]

Bait and switch? It's evident you didn't watch the video because I spent 10 minutes complaining about the rattles, the infotainment system, the Shifter, transmission, suspension, etc. And I see where people thing the back looks like a Honda but it's not the first time car manufacturers had similar designs. I personally like the back end and love the tail lights but I see what your mean.

[@olivermom]

LOL IT DOES LOOK LIKE A DENT . great you just give me my first Gripe

[@matthewedgar2940]

This “review” is childish and laughable. I sell cars and drive a 22 WRX, this guy is the customer that you grit your teeth and hate to deal with. If you’re stuck on rattles, the shifter moving and f’ing HVAC controls then the WRX isn’t the car for you. Move on!

[@StreetInspired1]

Buddy, you're terrible at assumptions. When I bought this car, I literally walked into the dealership got approached by a salesman and said "I want that one" test drove the car alone. Came back and signed the papers without saying another word to the salesman. It was the easiest sale of his life. But drive any other car. You will never drive another vehicle even half the price that rattles like a Subaru. It's 2023, they should have that a little more under control by now. Every 22 wrx owner I talk to complains about the hvac controls being on the center screen instead of knobs.

[@lukeboeve2685]

Apple car play uses the whole screen it’s an issue with android auto and aspect ratios. Not with the car itself.

[@andrewbaxter4749]

I have the same issue with the high beams. One rattle in the passenger door. Had to have the Infotainment system updated because it kept freezing and the screen would shut off. The ride is a bit stiff over potholes etc but not really bad otherwise. It would be nice to have another 500 rpm, 6k seems low to me for a redline. Love the car in spite of these small complaints and would recommend to anyone.

[@StreetInspired1]

I actually had a pretty bad rattle on my passenger door and made a video fixing it if it's of any value to you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kF7YaIqlf8yGmrM

[@chrisb.banick6720]

Lots of whining for someone who's apparently had and driven tons of other wrxs. The interior I agree with and the rear end is garbage and I think even you know it but other than the new FA24 it's probably one of the worse cars theyve designed since the 2015-2017 VAs

[@StreetInspired1]

Wouldn't call it whining. I'm simply pointing out the flaws of the car. I know most Subarus are like this, I've owned 8 of them. I'm just showing the specific issues with this car. Honestly, none of it bothers me that bad or I wouldn't have bought the car.

[@DeimosReign1]

If you hate the 22, you'd really hate previous gens. Ive always wanted a subaru as I live in subaru country. More snow than anywhere in the US. Id always test drive them and they were always very underwhelming. This is the first gen thats barely doable.

[@StreetInspired1]

I've actually had 3 previous gen wrxs lol

[@mandyduvall2828]

I have had this cat for 3 weeks now. Watched so many reviews here. You are one of the first to complain about the shifting. My shifter feels fine and tight not clunky. I did purchase the short throw shifter also and you could add that if it is such a problem. I have not noticed any rattling from doors or mirror and wonder if you have something loose in yours. The summer performance tires create noise but different tires will change that. So far i have only noticed that all power train work well together in this car. I wonder if subaru designers would considered everything flawed.

[@willywinket]

Yeah I really like my VB’s shifter too.

[@jtp1984]

Buyer's remorse😫 So many gripes, why did you buy it😫