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Cant go wrong with either. Of course VB FA24 is more reliable and HP per dollar ratio is better than the VA FA20. But they make similar power after 400 wheel. VA looks Sooo much better than the VB. They both have the same trash transmissions. But VB ride quality, shifter and seats are MUCH better than VA.

Awesome review, fully agree on the confusion with people calling this an S Class or 7 Series competitor. It doesn’t feel like that AT ALL. Definitely closer to an F10 or G30 5 series

well its mistake buying a car with intention of keeping it one or two years.

The backup lights are LED stock aren’t they not?

That’s the exact one I want, so jealous mate

Greetings from Newburyport! Nice review and 5 year update of your rabbit edition. Ive got a 2021 6MT pure white with Pretoria’s. I’ve upgraded the rear sway bar, DAP wheel spacers, diesel geek short shift. Ordered the TCR muffler but will be a couple months as they’re bought in bulk lots direct from Germany. I agree with you I like the 7.5 better than the 8. Maybe I’ll bump into you at a Cars & Coffee. Cheers.

I personally don’t need a mainframe inside my vehicle. I just need it to drive and handle well. This stuff is beyond ridic.

I much prefer the dual touch screen. I really dislike these large touch screens. I really dislike that put Eyesight in the manual transmission. I hate that stuff.

Im currently driving a 2022 WRX CVT, I got the car last year from a lease takeover and in November my lease is done. I am trying to decide what I should do and I was hoping you might be able to help me. My 2022 will have around 40k kms on it when the lease is over and the buy out price is around 30k. So I am trying to decide whether I buy my current car at that price or if I opt for the 2024 manual. I do not have any experience driving manual but I live in Montreal and there is always a good amount of traffic especially on my drive home from work. I'm a salesman and I drive quite often as a result so I am wondering if the manual might not be ideal for me.

the Dunlap tires lasted me 1 year. I don't like it because it doesn't have a spare tire.

VB engine is better. The rest, I prefer the VA (not the US version though). US and CAN versions were the only ones have have the rev-hang issue. Australia, Japan etc, this was never a problem.

I absolutely love this gen WRX, while it’s still extremely unfortunate there isn’t an STI offered. I have a 22 Limited. Wasn’t crazy about the styling in videos and pics but in person it just looks raw and rally vibes. Had to have it. Now I have a 24 BRZ tS next to it and it’s a great combo. Although I am tempted to trade the wrx for the WRX tS when it’s available I can’t see not having a VB. I almost traded it for a GR Corolla and thankfully backed out of the deal in time.

Dammit. I want LESS technology.

Great review! Your opinion and mine are about the same, great car out of the box, great car with a tune and light mods, things start adding up when you want to make over 400 whp, so I likely won't be taking this car too far down the mod rabbit hole but I do love it for what it is! My first Subaru and I can definitely see why people are die hard fans of the WRX/STi I have that 2nd gear grind too when giving it the beans. May be the car or may be a me problem, I try to shift early in first at around 5k-5500 which usually results in it not grinding, I know on the older civic SIs they delete the clutch delay valve and that usually takes care of the 1-2 grind. The reason why I think it may be me is that I could possibly be pulling it down and to the left a little when shifting, which could make it grind. Never had it grind in 4th though so far, owned for about a year 6800 miles

Red gauges though…

the auto is faster

Got a 2023 VB and I’m looking for a catback exhaust … can’t wait !

This was a very well thought out and honest review. It's a very practical point of view with real world daily usage. I was in the market for a manual 4+ seater 6 months ago to replace my ND2 Miata and narrowed it down to a handful of vehicles. GR Corolla, Corolla Hatchback, Civic Si, Civic Sport, WRX VA/VB, Golf GTI, Mini Cooper S. I ended up with a 2022 Corolla Hatchback 6MT due to practical reasons, (MPG, reliability, and price). I don't track anymore, and I get too much anxiety going fast now in my older age. Thanks for sharing such an interesting perspective!

I moved from a GLI to a VB. The GLI rattles so bad over time (4 years of ownership). Had the Autobahn as well. Sunroof went out for no reason.. idk I feel the VB was an upgrade.

Its been 2 years and its still the ugliest version of the wrx. The GR corolla, civic si and gti all look a hundred times better imo. I really wish they didnt ruin the styling this generation but hopefully the next gen will be better and for god sakes bring back the sti.

you've obviously never driven the Type R or a Type S?

I like the cladding etc.

You need MORE practice driving a manual, especially when driving a WRX. I have a 2022 Limited Stocked. 0 to 60 in 4.8 to 5.0 . And I don't burn through clutches.

try the civic si more refined better handling machine

DOUBLE-YOU-RX

I have a fairly early built '22 Premium. No problems at all. I can't remember any gear clashing ever. I have the OE STI shifter. I put a shift stop on it. Ive made a bunch of other mods as well but not engine modded yet. Its a fun car for the money.

‘23 Premium - 3500 miles - no issues whatsoever. No grinding……

I also have a 2022 orange WRX, and absolutely love it. No shifter/trans problems at all. Infotainment set up is OK, but not great. Handles like it is glued to the road, yet also extremely comfortable.

As an owner of a new CVT categorically it is hands down the best. WRX as excelled way beyond all competitors from BMW to Porsche.

You are grinding because you are getting comfortable with shifting the wrx and doing f a lazy shift sometimes, happens...you are not doing i t on the other manuals because you are being extra careful...this is basically the same transmission from tbe va, it's not that bad...manual driver for 20 years, just my 2 cents and I love my vb...

who buys a car only to get rid of it after 8 months?! Take a chill pill lol

What miles are you on ? I noticed mine grinding for a while on and off and after I hit about 4500 to 5500 miles it went away entirely !

My primary concerns (living in the desert southwest) are how will the black plastic cladding age? And second, the usual long-term side effects of direct injection turbo carbon deposits on the intake side.

Appreciate your insight and honesty Mike!

Yeah I agree. I have a 23 and while I definitely like it, I don't think I will return to the WRX platform after I sell it in a few years. I think for my next car I'm going to go up market to like a used Porsche 718. But that won't be for a while. I do agree though that the VB is probably the best bang for the buck under 40k. But part of me kind of wishes that I would have spent the extra for the GR Corolla. Though at the time that I made my purchase the GRC had crazy markups, and I got my VB for under msrp with 2% APR. I just couldn't pass it up.

it's in the base GR Corolla range, to me that's the main competitor

If Subaru could ever improve the fuel economy on this car, , it would dominate the market. I believe the need for more expensive fuel AND getting 19 MPG around town is what is hurting this car's sales.

Also didn't expereince grinding in second or 4th. Felt the push back on the third to neutral a few times but I was told by my wife I wasn't doing it right and since then it hasn't happened again. Same boat as you first time driving manual my wife taught me how to drive it.

Have you considered the Elantra N MT?

This this little 🧈 boy talking up that heavy azzz tech. Look lady's. If you did your homework the 22 base was and is the one to buy. 29k, 300lbs lighter and a top speed of 155mph. Kicking around 5.4 to 5.6 0 to 60 times. Just make sure the dealership doesn't sneak in their 0w 30 oil changes. It nerfs the car by .7 psi boost. Always put 0w 20 oil in these and let them rip. Bro the 17s are much more harsh than the 18s. Wtf is this butter boy?

23 Limited 6MT with almost 2400 miles. Best MPG has been 27.6 with a mix of country roads and a little bit of city (speeds from 45-65 MPH usually). I think that's pretty decent for an AWD 271 HP car andi bet will get better with more miles. My wife's Outback usually gets around 26 MPG with just a little more city driving. Hers is a NA 2017 with about 100 HP less.

5th WRX in my lifetime. Subaru made the VB a great daily driver that can handle children, pets, and be a great backroad bomber. No car is absolutely perfect, to expect to find nirvana in a sub 40k car is IMO unrealistic. The VB however feels like its aiming a the folks who have had these in the past who can appreciate its legacy and have more rounded DD. Anyone in the fence should just take one out for a test drive. I didnt think I would like it as much until I got behind the wheel. Its been my favorite WRX. Even more so than my STi.

Have owned my 23 premium spt since October. Currently at 8400 miles. Car has been completely bulletproof. No mechanical or electrical issues at all even though I have done some moderate modifications. I've also spent alot upgrading the interior to make it a little nicer since it is my daily driver. My main gripe is the fuel economy which is just something I just have to deal with but other than that I love the car!. Planning on doing the brakes soon as well.

Definitely get an exhaust, most just do the axle backs for cost but the full catback sounds a lot better. Any oem piping replaced will be for the better it’s all very restricting and small

Great review! I’m really debating between getting a WRX with CVT or GTI with DSG for a fun daily commuter. Nervous about VW reliability…

I'm 60. I've owned several Subaru Outbacks. I owned a couple of Volvo 240's back in the 80/90's (those were fun cars to drive).... Finally going to own a VB and I am so happy to do so. The outbacks were for the family man lifestyle. Kids are grown up and the wrx arrives in a couple weeks. Looking forward to fun. My last manual was a 2001 Outback - guessing this will be loads more fun. Excellent reviews Mr Cerra

I would say the VA looks more evolutionary than revolutionary lol there’s my corny Dad pun about Lancer evolutions I’ve owned a VASTI and an Evo and my mom thought they were the same car from the front because of certain things

Still gonna watch this video, but I’m not gonna lie. I was super stoked because I thought it said V8 and somebody had stuffed one and a new WRX.

Just ordered the 2024 WRX Limited at 57 yrs of age…I gave my kids Mazda 3 cars, and I wanted to go back to a sedan myself after running an SUV Forester. Should be fun. I think I prove your point to some extent, being a Dad. And I don’t want to/can’t afford a BMW/Audi alternative you mentioned. I have had a manual Mustang and Fiat Spider long ago and this looks better…

So by your logic a car cannot be enjoyable to drive unless you're continuosly moving your foot and taking your hand off the wheel to shift? Friend that's just illogical.