2022+ Subaru WRX vs. 2015-2021 WRX STI | Driving Comparison
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- 2022+ Subaru WRX vs. 2015-2021 WRX STI | Driving Comparison
In this video I talk about all the driving characteristics between the 2022 WRX, 2023 Subaru WRX, and the Subaru WRX STI. So if you are trying to decide between the age old WRX vs STI debate and considering a 2015-2021 STI or the VB WRX, watch this!
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Once you spend $3,000 to get 360 wheel horsepower out of the VB, how reliable is that at this point? Will that modded car be able to reach 200,000 MI without having to rebuild it along the way?
The whole concept of a modded car reaching 200k without major issues Came from NA Hondas. Now some subies do, I had an 08 Wrx that was a turbo away from full bolt ons that I sold at 187k but at that point it needed a rebuild. However this is a unicorn , I honestly hope to get 100-120k out of my 320 whp Sti.
Good video idea here, but cars aren't made to "survive" that long without a calculated replacement cost of parts. Parts are engineered to have lifespans to continue maintenance (to a reasonable point). With that said, it's a tough question because I would say that the FA motor might be one of the most reliable tunable engine on the market, there are for sure some others at a higher price point. But you aren't pushing limits to drive it forever, and if you are, you are just increasing the maintenance intervals for parts.
@@AutoEnthusiast of course there are maintenance and wear items.. belts pulleys pumps brakes etc but the question is if you boost the HP a nominal amount (to 360 whp) can the stock internals take if for street use.
In the long run that is. If after 40k miles, you have to rebuild the motor for $10k it's not worth it
Based on how ive seen the fa24 handle power, it has a much better chance to make it to high mileage than a modded ej25.
@@giftedcracker I have no idea, but are you comparing 400 crank fa to 500 crank plus on the ej? Then it's not really apples to apples.
Test drove a 23 wrx. Great, easy to drive, smooth car! Better low/mid end performer and greatest 'power' potential. Perfect daily. But I already have a '19 civic si for a daily. I couldnt do 2 great daylies. First time subaru owner here. No regrets spending few grand for my '20 STI. Subaru certified and 100% stock. Thing that differentiates sti n wrx is the driver/diff controls, the wing and rumble. No regrets. Easy daily too. But I need to give my SI love since I havent driven it in couple months 😅.
23' wrx or your 20' sti?
I love how these VB guys on RUclips are trying to talk themselves into that this car is better than previous generations. It’s a turd. Not only do you have to mod it, voiding your warranty, but now you have to spend like $5k+ for aesthetics. I’m done with this platform. Moving to the Germans.
I just feel new exhaust, pitch stop,brakes,and suspension upgrade thats all im doing to mine .
What’s a pitch stop ?
@@unclelive6918 it's like a little bar support on top of the motor by the innercooler
I find it interesting all this talk about the VB having better gearing rpm range etc but there are almost no videos up doing stock side by side comparisons. I think one person had a vid but nothing to back it up - makes me wonder if they are as bad as the VAs were in stock form. Braking sounds the same, probably same understeer, plain interior, different engine I guess - whats the sale point of the VB to previous VA owners? Engine is better - but I cant find examples of it.
Im with you 100%. I plan on getting a vb and swapping in a sti driveline and brakes. The fa24 destroys the ej25 in response to mods and reliability under power.
What coil over shocks would you recommend?
I am honestly a big fan of FactionFabs for daily's, but Fortune Auto is considered some of the best.
@@AutoEnthusiastis fortune auto not good for a daily driver? Or is it just expensive you mean?
To me overall the car is just OK. To be fair this is my 1st & probably my last WXR. Coming from a 21 Mustang GT this thing feels way underpowered. I know a lot of guys are modding the VB which I’m sure would make it feel a lot closer to the GT I traded on my WRX, but I don’t have it like that unfortunately. If I could mod it and still keep my warranty in case something catastrophic were to happen I’d be more likely to spend the $3K.
Another great video and thanks for the honesty.
dude, it's lbs to hp. lower number means faster
@@zm5431 yes I had a brain fart. Thanks for the correction.
imo; until an official STi is available the 2015-2021 is the way to go. the traditional boxer rumble really comes alive with the AWE exhaust. i had the privilege to hear one in person @STi_Alan
There will not be a sti for this generation. And the "boxer rumble" is not healthy for the engine. Its bad for efficiency, power, and reliability.
Educational vidéo
thanks? Can't tell if this is a compliment or now
@@AutoEnthusiast
Oh yes, it is a compliment! Many of your videos having this type of discussion are educational. They go into depth and are thoughtful.
Here is the thing about the VB wrx.. even in your language. You often say “you may be surprised but…”
I am not sure we are sold on this car yet. Its as if we are trying to convince ourselves that we want it. We are warming up to the idea that its a good car but there is missing the raw attraction to it. The VA seems more attractive even though the VB is a better car. Its this type of video that i find interesting where you surprisingly compare the VB to the STI - the ultimate “raw affordable car”.
The VB wrx has yet stirred the raw emotions.
Does the vb new motor sounds the same as the sti?
nope. It has no sound to it. STi has boxer rumble.
No, the sti has a unequal length header that gives it that sound. The new engine uses equal length for improved turbo spool, added power and reliability. It still sounds good.
Two words: boxer rumble.
Sound isn't worth inefficiency and unreliability.
No comparison at all with an STI, The VB still uses the same TY75 glass transmission that over 350 WHP it grenades, 0 Brake upgrades even on the GT Trim, No Brembo's, only available in CVT, 45K price tag, Terrible government mandated platform.
Only available in CVT?
@@Nonx47 The top Trim Level GT Yes, only Automatic, The WRX as far as I'm concerned died with the STI, This new platform was Subaru's way of trying to keep it alive and going but its not working, The VB chassis will be known as the forgotten chassis once production ends.
@@brandonpetrilla1731 I think the only thing that's going to happen is you and a few sour bunch are going to be grumpy about it. The car is phenomenal and definitely will not be forgotten. Even Smeedia is having a lot of fun with it and pointing out the good stuff. Wait until he tunes it and adds some fun stuff to it. Hell, STI swapping it is still a very possible thing. My VB with 350whp and 380wt with nothing but a pro tune and charcoal filter delete + charge pipe is giving an STI a run for its money... With what? $1k in parts + the tune? Yeah, I'm going to think this platform is going to be remembered.
Lol 😆 not even close buddy
@@brandonpetrilla1731 STI with $1k in mods (including AccessPort and tune) versus VB with $1k in mods? Idk man