2022 Subaru WRX Premium (6-Speed Manual) - POV Night Drive & Final Thoughts
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- Опубликовано: 2 авг 2024
- MSRP: $32,105
Engine: 2.4 L Turbocharged Boxer 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque: 258 lb-ft @ 2,000-5,200 rpm
Fuel requirement. 91 AKI recommended for maximum performance
MPG: 19 city / 26 highway
Curb weight: 3,320 lbs
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I really didn’t want to like the new WRX, but after test driving one just for fun, (expecting to hate it) I loved it so much I put an order in on the spot
Same here.. can’t wait 2 get mine.. what trim did u get?
Just got my order from August. you won't regret it
@@PhilmeisterWRX Base gang! 👍
Lmao dude same thing happened. I made fun of its looks when it came out. Couple months later went and test drove it when looking to buy an STI. Bought the new wrx instead. Also, its not ugly in person by any means, I was wrong
@@PhilmeisterWRX Base gang 👊
I test drove one and fell in love. They handle so well and just eat up our crappy Canadian roads
This car grows on me, saw it personally changed my thoughts. This car looks so nice in personal
I get mine tomorrow, can't wait!!!!!
Just got a new one of these. Can't wait to actually have it! Had to get Winter Tires that weren't in yet :( and get a chip paint coat on it. 6 more days I can't wait! This video makes me so hyped.
Just purchased a 2022 WRX and this video was a big influence!
Looking into getting one next year! Car has grown on me a ton.
Love my 22 premium its the best “from the factory” built Wrx ever and I have owned every generation since 2004.
Did you consider GR Corolla and Golf R?
@@retrograde11 Nope only due to the huge dealer markups they will have along with the type R
@@johnb382s thanks!
Love these videos, keep em up!
Coming from a car with weak headlights, the LEDs on the premium feel like being in a stadium. One nice thing, when driving at night, is you can turn off the giant iPad and the physical controls still work and it will briefly show the climate stuff or whatever if you hit the buttons.
I love mine so far (about a week and a half of ownership) but your videos still give me BRZ envy. Especially on those 16's, damn.
I just got my base model 2022 WRX and I have been loving it! One thing I want to say is that the LEDs come on all packages, which was a nice surprise to me. I thought the base model didn't have the LED headlights as well but I was wrong :) I've only had my WRX for a few days and I custom ordered it so still under 100 miles. Still going to be in the break in period for a while. I've been absolutely loving it, it's such a great car and Subaru has impressed me. The 2022 feels extremely refined you and you can tell. I came from a B8.5 Audi S4 so I was a little worried I wouldn't like it losing some luxury and speed but boy was I wrong.
How do you turn of the iPad?
@@theynvme417 Hold down the volume button. Once it's off you can still bring up the climate controls.
@ReflexorZ just curious about your break-in period. How many miles do you do?
That's so useful to know, I do a decent amount of night driving in country roads and if it is quick to turn off the iPad, it will actually be a point towards this car for me
Another great video I liked here, I particularly enjoyed hearing that Exhaust in the Parking Structure you entered! I can imagine that sound coming from say a Cadillac CT-5 in the same place…. those Pops & Bangs too wow 😂!!
thanks for helping me learn to enjoy my wrx
I test drove one of these in manual this summer without a sales rep in the car with me. I drove it like a complete jerk and came nowhere near the limits. I took tight on ramps at 55-60mph with total confidence and no tire squeal. 50mph to 80mph pulls in 3rd gear on the highway were lightning fast. The bigger displacement and smaller turbo were very noticeable compared to an EJ and the last gen FA20. There's 180hp NA motor torque available right away, and then after a couple of seconds you feel it double as the boost kicks in, so very usable in suburban traffic. The steering was feelingless BUT since I'm never going to reach it's limits, it's not such a big deal. I agree with the Topher that the dual pinion rack is very quick and direct. It's Audi S5 levels of precise! Also I concur the lack of rev hang and great throttle mapping make it a very fun and satisfying manual shifting experience!
Well said
We had our first dusting of snow yesterday, maybe 1/4 inch on the road, and everyone was sliding around and doing 10mph on the twisty backroads. Guy in front of me let me pass, and even with aids full off I could not get it to do anything. I mean, I'm sure I could toss it into the guardrail if I wanted, but driving excessively fast on A/S 4's it wouldn't slide or lock the brakes. The traction is almost worrisome, to be honest.
Would you Purchase the New WRX or would you rather pick something else like Type R ?
@@KingSebun I'd get the WRX as I don't visit the track. AWD lays power much better at stoplights and stop signs. WRX is also much cheaper to own and run. The CTR's Brembo brake pads and rotors are 3-4x the cost of base WRX brakes, and 265 PS4S tires are pricey. I also like the all weather confidence of Subaru symmetrical AWD in the snow and rain. Front wheel drive understeer drifts in the wet are the worst, lol.
@@jasonmoyer Hahaha, that's awesome. This past winter a bunch of cars got stuck on a snowy hill near my house including AWD crossovers with winter tires. This one guy in a Subaru Outback, drove up and down the hill repeatedly making sure everyone was ok and giving people pulls with his tow rope. He even drove it up a curb onto a grassy field and I swear I never saw a single wheel slip, haha.
I just got a premium and am loving driving it stock. I like the looks too.
Getting my 2022 WRX wagon delivery early January 😁
Cant wait !!
MORE TOPHER WRX LETS GOOOO
Drove one today and was impressed.
The hk audio package is worth getting too.
I didn’t like the 2022+WRX at first, but driving it got me smiling every day. Just got a 24’ WRX Premium in WRB. My favorite car that I ever drove/owned.
Also I can tell that you love this car since you've made 3 videos on it now lol
Living in Michigan, I’m very over having FWD. I recently drove a base 2020 Legacy on a long road trip, and it did so well through adverse conditions (rain/snow). I’ve never experienced such a seamless AWD system, and the only thing I wished for was more power. I can also 2nd the comment on the headlights. Very good cars.
New viewer - I like your style! Thanks for the video :)
This car is so much fun to drive, I had doubts about the design but I actually love my wrx.
Topher your videos are the best and my favorite to watch. I just put the first 1k miles on my 23’ limited and enjoying every second of it. I think my next vehicle (a couple years down the line) will be an EV.
Great video! If the screen is laggy their may be an update for your starlink screen. You can do it from home wifi or your local subaru service can do it for you. Takes about an hour or so
Great video!
It seems like there is just so much wind noise inside! I have a Forester and it’s the same way
yea, my dad has as 2021 forester, and ive noticed the windows are very big, which makes it very loud.
I dont mind the plastic cladded fenders, thats what you want if your gonna be on gravel and etc. Dont wanna scratch up the paint, you can replace those panels cheaper than a trip to the autobody shop.
If that is the Somerset parking garage, that’s where I learned how to drive a manual on inclines!! I bought a 2016 WRX and I had never driven stick before.
I test drove the black base model on Friday.. honestly even being the base model, I think it looks way better in person than in photos, because I really hated how it looked before actually seeing in person. Now I'm not experienced in driving a lot of the faster cars out there, but for me that second gear was NUTTY! Even just cruising around busy streets at 35mph, it was really enjoyable to drive and felt really good.. So I put a down payment on the black premium, should be here within a day or two.
how do u like it?
Lovin' your channel. Your reviews convinced me on the VB. Why did you have to throw shade at me choosing black though? :D
I have a black 22 premium and love driving it. Minor complaints here and there but honestly every car has its own quirks. The power at 12lbs of boost is very good. I’d really like to throw a short shifter in there soon.
Just got my 22 premium in black also! Loved that I got it a MSRP and I also have some minor complaints (super stiff suspension), but other than that it's definitely worth the price and fun to drive!
Premium black ‘22 as well. This car is a gem! Also, bought from the dealer at msrp.
@@caimano55 same bro! I do have to take mine in for the A/C compressor making noise while the ac is turned off. If you don’t know about it there are a few videos here on RUclips about it. Apparently the new compressor is on back order but solves the weird noise that you’ll hear with the old one.
@@BlackBruceLeeTheGreatDekuTree interesting! I have not heard any weird noises but I am going to listen carefully tomorrow. Thank you!
Just got a 22 limited with a short shifter, threw a heavier knob on it and it shifts so smooth and fast. The suspension should soften up a bit after you put some miles on it. But it is kind of a back breaker off the lot.
Fyi, for audio settings, you can press and hold the tuning knob :)
POV night drive videos hit different
TOPHER MY MAN !!!!!
That infotainment bug you mentioned... I had that a couple of months ago as well, and a firmware update solved it. Haven't had an occurrence since.
the swirls in the clearcoat made my heart skip a beat..
Nice review. Im still on the fence for a future upgrade. Current 2019. Whether i get another WRX.
Just bought a silver 22 premium with sunroof and harmom kardon option and the performance STi exhaust. Great car so far way faster than last gen comparable to last gen Sti speed wise
Did you consider GR Corolla and Golf R?
Markup on both is insane. The corolla is crazy at 45k with 270whp. The wrx is the best for the dollar, and will have more hp overall with the 2.4l. The golf is another story
@@baymaxfpv thx!
How is the exhaust sound compared with stock?
Just my 2 cents of real world fuel economy after 3500 miles of ownership:
Long distance highway driving: 28 mph if you stay within speed limit tolerance and never use the brakes.
Small towns and 55mph rural roads: a hair below 25mpg (sedated driving)
Spirited driving in canyon/mountain roads: 14mpg
These values recorded with 91 at almost sea level.
Buy it. You will not regret it.
And if in doubt, go flat out!
Try and get the limited model and check out those headlights. Great video as always!
I love my limited. Seats are very nice too!
@@EvolutionIX219 the seats are a huge reason I bought that trim as well
I mainly bought for the seats. The headlights are a huge improvement too. I heard somewhere that the base and premium 2023 will come with LED headlights
Man I really enjoy watching you shift 😬😬 do you clutch in all the way each shift? How do you catch the gear to stay in high revs, is it just fast shifting? Do you have a short throw? Phenomenal! Subbbedddd
So basically it’s all about timing when shifting, clutching all the way in is 100% needed to engage and disengage the flywheel. Depending on what situation your in for example one a stop sign you would downshift usually 1st gear (if your able to see cars and if it’s clear if not neutral). Traffic lights is different wanna hit into neutral so you don’t cause strain onto your engine. But the WRX’s have fantastic short throws for decently fast shifting. Hopefully this answered your question!
a very good Subaru 👍
All my homies love Topher🫡
Hopefully, I can get my limited as soon as possible.
que carro lindo!!!
Hey Topher. . . Love your videos bro . . . But commercials are getting more and more . . . It makes people not want to watch. I'll appreciate you knock the ads down a bit. Thanks man. Love the reviews. Keep up the good work.
They must have updated the touchscreen since this was recorded. Plenty of usable ac controls always at the ready on the touchscreen now. Heated seat controls are always visible too.
probably be my next car i was gonna go with the gr corolla but seeing the price ill just go with one of these
Also you’ll get shit for owning a 3 cylinder.
You won't be disappointed. Get one with a short throw shifter
I feel like this is the true competitor to the GR corolla, as weird as that feels to say.
I could not agree more, the GR will be so much harder to attain and much pricier due to the fact they not planning to make much yearly. Even the core with the performance pack comes close to 40k, this WRX premium is going for easily 32-33 like Topher said, that’s a 7k savings and u can paint those body claddings, change the wheels and tires, tints and maybe some other mods lol.
I have a 19 Camry after this I definitely want an upgrade, with good power, AWD, and affordable hopefully at MSRP or under. I’ve even seen some WRX Limited for 36k which is probably what I would go for since the seats get nicer by the trim. There’s lots to like about this car, and most reviews have been positive about it, I just want to wait a couple years until the refresh and they let them work out some kinks and issues.
That parking lot at the end got me excited for cyclones lol
This thing looks like it mobs on the street almost like a truck. Seems really fun over bad road and not having to worry about little dips or junk in the road.
The more I see this the more the looks grow on me.
Give me a hatchback and that's an instant buy.
Same here! 👍Also looking at GR Corolla and Golf R.
Problem with the GR and Golf R is finding one, then finding out it's marked up atleast 10k.
bro you got me sold on the wrx! too bad its like a year wait faking hell
Perfect
Beautiful car, I wish the bottom back taillight lit up like in previous generations
Great to drive and no waiting list? Sounds ideal
haha it "hustles" perfect way to describe this car. loving mine so far. are there any subaru meets/clubs between there and kzoo/elkhart?
Can anyone explain why these night drives are so soothing to the soul?
Test drove one of these just yesterday! My only two complaints: the touchscreen is awful and the shifter engagement was more loose and rubbery feeling than my BRZ (potentially fixed with the STI shifter?).
Otherwise it was a great drive. Very smooth. Shifting and rev matching was much smoother than my 23 BRZ (need to try the pedal commander). I felt like 1st and 2nd were more usable than the BRZ as well, where I usually feel like I gotta get to 3rd before I can really put down power.
Wouldn’t mind owning one of these in red and just paint match the fender flares.
Yeah my friend got the short throw on his WRX and it cleaned everything up pretty nicely.
I went from a 2014 BRZ to a 2017 WRX and the wonky shifter is something that was noticeably different right away.
LOL @ the VW immediately merging behind you as soon as you passed them xD I was eyeballing their car too..
Infotainment is nothing complicated for Japanese people. They are smart.
Whole point of good design, is that 'dumb' people can figure it out too. Japanese UX/UI is always so complicated.
If only there were a wagon version...
My 22 si is on the chopping block for this car only because of awd and the power si is a great car just not in upper wi
You can press and hold the heated seat for a second and it turns all the way off
I wish mine was as quiet as this one! My 2022 creaks and pops all around the windshield that is driving me insane! 3 attempts at the dealer for a fix with no resolution!
Agreed with the brakes, there a bit soft
Please review the new cla 45! If you come to the Bay Area, you can borrow mine.
Looks like a great daily driver that could be your fun car, too. Definitely going to test drive one!
thats like the whole point of the wrx and this class of car in general lol
@@ShaiyanHossain the wrx is in a class of it own with the awd!
@@ChazOfGod not anymore with GR corolla and to an extent, the Golf R
@@ShaiyanHossain can you find one of those new for 30K tho that's the thing
Picked mine up last week. Very pleased with my choice, hat tip to @theTopher
Hi Topher, is it a new sporty sedan out there where not drives good?
I'm still wondering if I should get it now or wait till next year. hmmmm
If the infotainment does freeze, just push and hold on the power button until the system restarts. -2022 Outback owner
Those subarus are really reliable, the best awd systems as well.
This or Civic SI? Been needing a new daily
seems like they should have spaced out the gears more, 1st and 2nd are almost the same
Man i have been watcing your Civic Si,WRX and GTI videos so many times and i still can't decide which one to get.
I have put deposits(refundable) for every each car but everyday my mind changes.
Topeher tell me which one should i get.
I am not going to mod or race someone, i just want a reliable fun 4 door car with manual.
Thank you!
Most likely better off with the Civic Si, but if you can wing it, step up to the Elantra N.
Those two cars for their respective price points will definitely live up to your expectations.
FRONT WHEEL DRIVR BLOWS NEVER FORGET THAT. Tattoo it on your chest if you must
I was hoping for another one on the new wrx! I'm thinking about getting one, going from a 9th gen Civic Si
Its pretty great - I bought one in June. I'm running around 320whp with just intake and piggyback on e30
@@tear728 I appreciate the feedback, really considering it. Just gotta dodge the markups
Hot take. Everyone will think the unpainted fenders are cool/2022 retro in 2030, and unpainted versions will sell for a small fortune!
Topher i’ve been watching you for a couple years now love your vids. I was wondering whats your opinion on the Chrysler 200s. Definitely not the most special discontinued car, but with the mopar pack mine came with an E85 tune stock and a cold air. Asking out of curiosity :p
Looking at tradeing my car in for a 2022 manual WRX in Blue, for 29k my wife's isn't a fan of the Stick however I love it.
I you could pick which one u buy GR corolla or WRX.
I'm want one, but it would have to be my daily driver and I'm nervous about the reliability. I drive pretty conservatively and take care of my cars, but I am still afraid it isn't a wise choice for a daily.
Subarus are known to be reliable as long as you don't drive it like an F-1 race car everyday- just like any car really.
How does this compare to the Civc Si?
Great car, although I kind of think the gearbox (shifter maybe?) is a rattling a little bit between shifts and might get annoying after a while…
Yea it’s too loud shifting into 3rd
Agreed on all points. Infotainment is the worst thing about the car, with Apple carplay crashing pretty consistently. I have found that a Samsung S21 crashed quite a bit less in my WRX. Hoping for some iDoing 12 inch equivalent on the 22 WRX in the future…
Subaru has a firmware fix for this problem. Had mine flashed a couple of months ago and all is well!
just turn it off?
W vid
I think the new WRX looks great. It’s 15 horsepower and better brakes away from being the perfect rally car.
Just add a bigger blower and boom 50-100 more horsepower
What do you think abt me trading my 2020 civic SI sedan for a 2022 wrx ?
Topher, one of the things I hate about my 6 speed Crosstrek (besides the lack of H.P.) is that it’s geared with no overdrive. So when I’m at 75 -the tack is at 3000 rpm’s -makes for poor fuel efficiency and it’s loud! Is this wrx the same!?
Yes unfortunately.
Random question… can you lock the door from the outside with the key or door handle while the car is running? I had a rental Civic sport a few weeks back and was shocked to find I couldn’t lock the doors with the car running while I ran into a store. I don’t always want to turn the car off especially if it’s still running/warming up.
I got a Honda and a Subaru, both can't do what you want...
On the Subaru tho, it's a stop start button instead of the key, but you can do this when you are inside the car turned on...
Lock the doors with the central locking button.
Open manually on driver side and get out, lock manually and then close the door, then all the doors will be locked. To open, don't use the central locking unlocking button, use the one next to the door or it won't work.
Take the emergency key out of the key fob to unlock the door by inserting it in the key hole, driver's side, assuming you got one, mine does... If you don't have one just forget all the steps, it's impossible I think.
Do the headlights auto level on this trim?
Help me Toph! I’m about to buy a car and for decide between the WRX and 380 S GTI…which one?!
Oozora Subaru WRX
Does it have rear vent? I didn't see any that's why I'm asking
What watch do you wear?
Swap those tires b4 it snow
little bit quite haha not anymore, STI exhaust from Subaru oh boy
You should do a how to drive manual video 🙏🏽
he’s done a heel toe downshift tutorial if you’d be interested. Ted ward also did a manual tutorial if you wanna check that out for the similar style
I didn't need no tutorial to learn. All I did was go out on the street and wing it. Don't be chicken and do it.
Didn't expect so many superlatives out of this WRX, and find it surprising to hear the car is so much fun to drive. I for one actually like the way car looks and thinking it might potentially be my next daily. Does it have LSD like the GR Corolla?
Aside from the central LSD for the symmetrical AWD, it does not have individual axels LSDs. It was something that initially concerned me a bit as well. But after driving it, you will be hard pressed to notice their absence (at least on the road). The car is very balanced and has never any issues putting the power down.
I full sent it on a gravel forest road and felt like a group b driver 😂
@@caimano55 that's awesome! Thanks for feedback. Did you consider other cars? What made you decide to go with WRX?
@@retrograde11 I had been considering an upgrade from my Kia forte 2019 for a while. The options where the new civic SI, the Kia stinger GT (used), a Giulia with the 2.0 (used) and the forte GT.
Sadly, I find the Hyundai design horrific so none of those.
I was about to move out of my city and got rear ended badly. The following morning a new black WRX arrived at the dealership at MsRp. I took it for a test drive and the rest is history!
Does it have auto start?
man this is one of those cars that still hasnt grown on me, i wish the rear end looked better :/
Have you seen any with the rear bumper paint matched? Looks pretty legit
Neighbor of mine recently got a red '22 WRX. Pretty sure he was inspired by my red '20 performance package. Can't say I feel jealous because the new gen is just missing...something. Think if Subaru brings back the performance package they'd have more people willing to upgrade, despite the questionable exterior styling.
Honestly, it is the rear end of the new WRX and lack of power when compared with modern vehicle of the last decade. It should have been just over 300hp at least.
@@27Zangle lack of power? Its on 12 lbs of boost lmao. It was tuned very conservatively probably due to EPA. If it had the same amount of boost as the last gen it would be over 300 crank HP lol
The torque/power is fine. 0 to losing your license in 5 seconds instead of 3 is not the deal breaker everyone makes it out to be, and this (and the BRZ) are more about the handling and insane amounts of grip than street racing. If you want to launch the hell out of a car, get something with obscene power and RWD like a Camaro. This thing has no boost in 1st gear and AWD, it's not going to light your hair on fire until you get moving. It will try to tear you out of the seat on twisty stuff though.
@@27Zangle I have an intake/tmic with a piggyback tune running about 320whp on e30 at 21psi
@@tear728 That sound exciting.
Love the WRX with the plastic cladding. It looks spectacular as is! Would really love this as a 2nd car.