Ive always felt the wrx is the right impreza for me. In fact, for drivers who dont regularly hit the track, the new wrx even has people rethinking whether or not they. We continue to test whether this hardcore sports compact cuts it as a daily driver. Shop 2016 subaru wrx sti vehicles for sale at cars. I currently drive a 2010 wrx, upgraded from a 2005 impreza, so i can compare those modelsyears. For anyone of you guys, or gals, that have a 2015 or 2016 wrx and use it as a dd, what insight could you give to someone who is maybe a little too stuck on the idea of picking one up for myself. In successive weeks the middle west and eastern coast of our country were blanketed in snow. April 1st, 2017 the greatest hits the guys gather some of their mostrecommended cars, the fiesta st, the subaru wrx, and the scion frs to see if the similarly priced ecoboost mustang should join the group. As a result, we choose the wrx sti as the best vehicle for the average.
When the 20 subaru wrx sti battles the harsh conditions at the sno drift national rally in michigan, it helps the everyday driver in a big way. Controlled conditions and more experienced hands could easily shave two or three tenths from that time. What are the best mods for daily driver and fun for the buck. I have always been a stick shift driver and part of buying my 1st wrx was that sticks. Also available on 2016 outback, legacy, forester, crosstrek and wrx models. The 2016 subaru wrx is a priceforpound powerhouse in the sport compact category. My 2016 subaru wrx sti limitedtrimmed test vehicle comes in. The wrx sti offers allwheeldrive traction and jawdropping acceleration, and still.
Used 2016 subaru wrx for sale with photos cargurus. So i didnt buy a new one, instead i bought a 2016 turbo forester. Enjoy pulsepounding performance behind the wheel of our accident free 2016 subaru wrx sti series hyper blue brought to you in eyecatching hyper blue. Which hot hatch or sports sedan would become my new daily driver.
Manual transmissionequipped models feature continuous awd with a 5050 fronttoback power split, and a mechanical viscoustype center differential to vary the power split when there is a loss of traction. Crafted to the highest standards, our sedan is motivated by a turbocharged 2. Read more and see photos of the 2016 golf r at car and driver. The suspension of the base wrx has a softer setup than on the more raw sti model. The wrx has been around since the turn of the century. You get 268 horsepower and 258 poundfeet of torque, rallytuned allwheeldrive, and handling that rivals many more expensive cars. How the 20 wrx sti rally car will help the everyday driver. Four doors, five seats, a turbocharged engine and allwheel drive. I currently drive a 2010 wrx, upgraded from a 2005 impreza, so i can. The speed and sounds of motorsport are inspirations for many enthusiast groups, but getting into racing can be a money pit. If any of you drive everyday in heavy traffic, do you notice any significant wear and tear on the clutch.
But yes, the 2016 subaru wrx is really quite fuel efficient. My commute is 2 hours a day over a combination of highway and backroads. The sti soldiers on as an affordable awd performance car even after the evo is going away. It was last redesigned in 2015, when it was given a couple inches more room inside and outside. The cars racing inspiration is evident in its turbocharged plant that rockets the car to 60 mph in 5 seconds, and its supremely tight setup is confident at any speed. The sti is awesome, but unusable for many everyday driving experiences. The 2016 model brings a few tweaks, mostly inside, which makes this car even more desirable for. The 2016 wrx sti is based on the impreza sedan, but with the addition of several elements that differentiate from its more sedate counterpart. Heres why my search for a daily driver ended with a subaru wrx. Subaru wrx as daily driver the leading glock forum and. The weathertech floorliner accurately and completely lines the interior carpet giving absolute interior protection. There is a large air scoop in the hood, a choice of integrated rear spoiler or the large aero wing the sti is known for, and tight tires and wheels that show little gap between wheel well and tires edge. So im new to this forum, or any forum for that matter but i just purchased a 2016 wrx. Its added comfort and peace of mind you can count on every day in your 2016 impreza.
The nicer materials and dash layout also helps to provide a more pleasurable everyday driving experience in the newer wrx. Yes, depending on the trim configuration that you choose the 2016 subaru wrx comes equipped with either a 268 hp 2. Thankfully for my fellow michiganbased autoblog editors and i. I was lucky enough to be given a 2016 wrx for 24 hours. Im looking at getting a wrx as my daily driver but i live in miami. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 79 2016 wrx sti models nationwide. Contrary to common internet belief, driving a subaru wrx in the snow is not the revelatory thrill ride that everyone hypes it up to be. Id like to welcome anyone with any questions to message me or email me as i would love to be a part of your. Ive been wanting to start a regular column for some time now, but between this show and rest of life time itself is often scarce.
A great blend of a fun rally car with the ability to be an everyday driver, the 2016 subaru wrx should on top of any car buying list. Premium and limited models get 18inch wheels with summer tires. December 1, 2016 todd in the summer of 20, we gathered an example of each generation of the porsche 911 and drove them backtoback for our feature film 50 years of the. Subaru wrx as daily driver discussion in the okie corral started by ferdinandd, jan 2, 2016. About six months ago we bought a 2018 wrx as our daily driver and we love it so much. Search over 5,600 listings to find the best local deals. On a sunny, october morning, the 2016 subaru wrx sits dissatisfied on a western nebraska dirt road. During that time, i decided that this is perhaps the best daily driver in the performance. The 2016 subaru wrx is classified as a compact car. But the mk7 golf r is here to challenge it with stats and price much. For 2016, wrx gets a rearview camera, driver knee airbag, and 6. For the 2016, subarus topspec wrx gets a dose of exclusively with the launch of the series. The subaru wrx sti has always been among our favorites with its rallyinspired ride and raw power.
I did test drive a few wrx stis before i bought the 2010 also, bu. I just laid my 87 mustang on a long vacation for a major overhaul and am not very familiar with import engines. What you need to know about daily driving a subaru wrx. But i knew this would be a fun fast everyday driver so i had to get one. See more ideas about subaru wrx, wrx and 2016 subaru wrx. Wrx models equipped with the sport lineartronic transmission feature the variable torque distribution awd system, with a rearwheel. July 6, 2016 todd in our quest to show off interesting cars and driving experiences we sometimes wind up in cars far older than the 25 year classic designation.
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