I answered it for myself. I bought a 19 sti that I plan on keeping....forever lol.

Raiti, I’ve watched many of your videos and I appreciate all the effort you put into making them. Watching this one over the past year convinced me to purchase a 2021 STI. Thanks for all your hard work!

It’s always a good day for an STI review. I’m with you Joe, gold BBS wheels with that blue is a great combo.

Joe always with the best informative videos

I have a 2015 STI and love it!!! I am happy just to have the 1st year of the new look that started where it is now. Great cars and awesome to see where the future will go with Subaru. Great review and explanation of what could be changed for 2021!

Ordered my ‘20 STI Limited in Lapis Blue Pearl in October. Should be here in two weeks. Very excited. Your vids helped me quite a bit. Thanks!

I'm 64 years old and I like the big spoiler. I like the big spoiler (which has been ranked on by many reviewers) on the Honda Civic Type R.

Thank you for all your videos and hard work brotha Subaru forever.

Wow! I can't believe this car still has hydraulic rack and pinion steering! Gotta love it.

I just bought a 2019 STI. Did it for the manual trans!

That break-in period is off to a great start! Lol Loving this video man, you got a new fan

Great video Joe. I will definitely get a 2020 STI after I pay off my 2017 base model WRX. AKA Ocean blue. The new WRX/STI is going to be awesome.

Bought this 2020 Rally blue exactly a month ago. Love this car!!!!

I just bought my 2020 sti a week ago, been looking at this car for years and it’s been awesome driving it!

Thanks for the video reviews very informative and fun.

"We want something when we don't have it and when we have it we don't want it." Oh, how true that rings today.

Last year I sold my '02 WRX hatch that I bought new, 208K miles. Got a good price for the car because it was unmolested and had a journal of every oil change/light bulb. If Subaru offered a hatchback WRX/STI then I would have bought one. Looked at the Type R but it looked to boy racer for my taste. Ended up with a low mileage '05.

Love the comment the ej motor has been around forever since b4 dinosaurs roamed the earth! That's the funniest thing I've heard on KZfaq car reviews for years! You the man!

I pulled the trigger to go for the 2020 WRX STI in WR Blue that's coming with the EJ20 engine! Can't wait for delivery...!

I'm just really liking the camera man. He's probably the best on youtube. Really knows how to shoot. Makes the videos that much better.

Another great video my friend! Thanks again 👍

Love your reviews....Great Job...Great explantions...enthusiastic!!! I just picked up a 2020 STI below invoice. It checks all the boxes (X 300+hp, X Manual, X 5 passenger , X Sporty, X AWD, X Hydraulic Steering, X not lethargic driving, X $35k, X makes me feel like a kid, gitty). Reading through comments, there are a lot of people that say they won't pay $30k for a 4-cylinder.... They must not know vehicles because boosted 4-cylinders is the future... The only ones that have manual are the Mustang and 330i Price >$35k Cadillac CT5 2.0T Toyota Avalon BMW 330i Ford Mustang Ecoboost Mercedes C300 Acura TLX Any car...including Subarus...will last if you take care of it....(ok ...maybe not all cars.(ie YUGO no where)...but most will) Subaru..."..share the love...!"

Just purchased a new 2020 White Wrx sti limited and Im super happy with this car 💯💯💯. Im also glad I decided to go with a 2020 because now subaru will delay the redesign wrx sti. So i will be able to have this for a couple of years maybe 3, then trade in for the new one 💯💯💯

LOVE my 2019 STi.... Plan to keep it for a long time but interested to see what they come up with. On a side note, curbed my rim today, hate my life :( Love the video's mate!

Perfect mix of personal opinion with some technical info.....Well Done!!! I think I have an idea for those on the fence! If available Lease a 2020, if they fall in love and aren’t thrilled with the 21 hold on to it.....If ya love the 21 turn in your 20 at the Lease end and pick up the 21 after hopefully some bugs have been worked out. Win-Win!!!

Great review Sir!!!

I have a white 2014 STi hatch.. and I’m never getting rid of it. I’m getting an engine built for it. That will be my ‘new’ STi. I’m tired of waiting for Subaru to upgrade the engine

I'm considering waiting but here's the thing, there is almost always problems with a new generation of car. It usually takes a few years for them to really iron out the kinks. OR you can get the final design of the previous gen, which should be the best one. I'm probably gonna get a 2019 or 2020 but if the new design is nasty I might have to trade towards it lol.

If you want the old EJ then yes it is the perfect time- LOL. I really hope Subaru still gives the new gen an audible personality that separates it from its competitors. I always thought the EJ was like the Mustang 5.0 note in that it is/was immediately recognizable. Here's to hoping.

Thrilling. Cool, Joe. Subi love.

I was lucky enough to find a factory original, unmodified 2006 STi with only 25k mileage 5 years ago, and I don’t think I will ever trade it for a new STI 😁

Your sub count has really rocketed since I last saw congrats

This is the million dollar question Joe... When the new one comes out I think it will be black and white. You will know right away if you are getting the new one or sticking with the older one. Time will tell, great job!

Bro your arms are getting back to standard. Good job. I'm sure you'll say they have always stayed the same but I been watching you since you had only 800 subs. Your arms did suffer lol. Now they back

I gotta drive a Subaru soon because apparently I’m missing out. Off the top of my head I can think of three people I know that have them and say nothing but good things about their rides. As for buying one now or waiting for the next gen’ I’d say wait if you can. But don’t be the first in line. Let the guinea pigs go first.

2020 limited sti with short throw shifter in CWP ordered September 7th. Got the VIN last week and delivery date of 11/13. I heard the earthquake and typhoon that hit Japan last week may have halted production.

Great Video

Buying my first STI tomorrow from Lokey. Being transported at this moment.

I say if you favor the EJ platform, the 2020 STI is a must buy because it’ll most likely be the last year of the OG motor and rumble we all love. Regardless of what Subaru comes out with next year I’m excited to see a “new” STI inside and out for the first time since it’s conception.

Something to consider though, when new models come out, previous outgoing models tend to lose more value then normal. They become "old news" and demand tend to drop, affecting resale.

Lokey's add slogan? Lokey's Subaru is LOCO!! We are slashing those STI and BRZ prices. Drive the car that Joe Raiti does.

Hey Joe, can you please somehow film the new air intake in the ex-foglights bezzels? I kinda wonder what's the inside of it that's so different from 2018... thanks!

When raiti makes a new sti video i click

Check this out. I bought my 2011 STI not the hatchback but four door sedan pearl withe for $36700 out the door and kept it stock. Payed it off in about four years and sold it back to Subaru dealer ship for 26k after almost six years of owning the car. The car had about 44k miles and in excellent condition. They really hold their value😁

I'm hoping for a more custom look on the 2021. Maybe wider hips on the rear end, staggered wheel setup, more interior color options. Just overall different. Pls keep the big spoiler. It's the STi's calling card.

The more i drive mine the more I like it. I’m making allot of changes to make it mine now so it will be a keeper for a while.

I own a 2017 STi. My lease ends when the 2021 has come and I can read the reviews. The rumors I’m hearing I’m not really impressed and I hope they are wrong. I love the car but I just want alittle more

I picked up my 2020 STI (black) today. It was a 3-month wait. My arms are heavy, knees weak...etc etc.. I used the word "zonk" today and my sales associate laughed. Thanks for your reviews. Now, I can enjoy storing my circus peanuts. I wish your channel all the best. If Joe Raiti replies to this, I'll bawl my eyes out 😭😭😭

I really want this car.been trying to get behind the wheel of a STI ever since I’ve been able to drive.but I really don’t want to to give up my MK7 GTI for it. The struggle is real 😩

Another great video Joe and a nice send off to the 2020...If they get rid if the hood scoop and rear wing on the 2021 Subaru will lose a lot of buyers

Picking my 2020 sti up Saturday needed one b4 they changed the motor

Great job raiti just got one question for you. Are you a little upset that you should of waited for the S209 rather than getting the type RA?

This is definitely the end of an era of a really cool car that's quite a fun analog throwback. Simultaneously, I'm a little irritated at Subaru. The S209 finally brings us another STI that is comparable to or faster than a M2/M3/M4 on a track. Awesome! Then they price it just as high as the M2. I think it would have been neater if they made most of the S209 upgrades across the entire product line of the standard STI and just priced the STI a bit/modestly higher than previous years so the last year of the EJ ended on a high note that more enthusiasts could more realistically afford and access.

After watching this I think I will drive my Subie to work tomorrow and give the DD a day off.

I'll be getting my 2020 STI as soon as Reeves is able to find it for me!

Hatchbacklife!!! Had 3 in a row..Xj Cherokee, Focus St, 04 Wrx wagon. But tbh Im aboutt to maybe buy this identical '20. I'm so undecided..Gr or Va..argh

Can you do a 2021 sti review for the heck of it Joe? Also is subaru keeping this sti body style the same in 2022?…:.I heard it was

What I would like to know what’s inside the engine, trans, what is different from the other STIs that always had engine problem(heads blowing off, pistons, etc) did the car came with better quality parts such as forged pistons? The car is basically the same as of cosmetic few changes here and there but we did not heard what is new on the inside of the engine it’s what matters? Better parts??

Ive always wanted a wrx . hopefully one day I'll get to try one out .

some ppl don't like the wheels but i think they look great .

I'd suggest for someone to wait until the 2021 gets announced and all the info is out, and then from there decide whether it's worth their time, or whether to get a 2020. Also to answer your question, McLarens have hydraulic steering pumps still 🙂

have a 2018, love it 🥰

Looks cool 👍🏻

Once my lease is up, I want to get an STI. I was a guinea pig for the Stinger and I am willing to do it for the 2021 STI. I predict a highly modified 2.4DIT with a 6MT. There’s been talk of hybrid power. If that happens, I hope it’s just a mild hybrid. I am willing to get the sedan, but if they bring back the hatch, I have to go for it.

I'm gunna hang on to my 1999 sti until I'm really impressed with a newer one

There still isn’t a release date on the new gen Sti. Any idea on when the new gen Wrx and Sti are arriving at dealerships?

Friend of mine that works for Subaru apparently said the STI is on a 7 year rotations. Might be waiting until 2022 for new gen

Man your really attached to cars I love it! I hear bad things regarding dual clutch's, I would prefer a manual transmission, with just a little bit better gas millage like the Honda civic SI. Hatch Yes I would love one! hydraulic is better then electric? I think I heard something about this too

I’m looking at buying a 2019 golf r dcc and a 2021 Sti. Which car did you enjoy more?

I just bought a 2011 WRX STI limited one owner 65k miles. I’m loving it. Will keep forever.

Good job Joe. A very sharp car. Give Big Guns a knuckle bump (-;

Jus bought 2020 STI magnetite grey ☺️☺️

New to the Subaru scene!!! Finally getting out of my BMW 3 series after 4-5 years and trying to level up to an STI 💪 but have no idea between EJ and FA engine! Better to cop a 2020 sti the last of EJ? Or wait it out till 21-22 new gen? Appreciate it god bless 🙏

The Japanese STI EJ20 Final Edition Specs will be confirmed around Oct 23, just before the Tokyo Motor Show. So far only cosmetics and images, Recaro seats, gold rims, logos and red lines, nothing on tech specs such as hp and drive train. Will see next week!

Waiting g for that fa24, forgot which shop but they are making 500whp on a fa24, fp blue, full bolt ons with just arp head studs. Stock motore wise.

I can’t get passed the low mpg’s for the STI but I would never want to buy the first model year of any car

Just bought a 2020 STI today!

I'll wait for the 2021 WRX, which I hope will be a little longer. The only thing that I wished my former 2019 WRX had were rear AC/Heat vents for the cold or hot seasons. The only reason my wife allowed me to get the 2019 is because it got IIHS Top Safety + award compared to other affordable performance cars.

This is way better buy than the type r more options for that kind of money my opinion great review

Not a fan of the new wheel colour, but the vents are a nice touch.

There has been a source that has said a new STi will be coming out next year. It will have the 2.4L engine, and produce 400HP, and around 370TQ. If so, I would've waited. I still have my 04 STi that I bought with 10,000 miles on it, 15 years ago. I now only have 84,000 miles on it. I get offers to buy it all the time.

Man oh man I wish I had money & the License for this gorgeous World Rally Blue 2020 Subaru WRX STI with those great looking Wheels ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤. Would love to see a 2020 Subaru Impreza 1 day. Thanks Joe. 🙏🏼

I own a 20 STI and love it. But it seems like u r helping ur buddy sell some old stock lol.

Now is definitely the time to buy but those wheels, don't like them, not a fan of silver/chrome. Would never buy the first model year for new generation. Hood scoop, wing, rumble, turbo, quad exhaust, aftermarket, manual trans, and community. For me it's just about perfect, checks all the boxes. Pretty much my only gripe is lack of forged internals. However I think 2019+ is better in that area. Then again forged internals easily obtained via aftermarket. I can't wait for you to cover the next generation :)

If I was younger I would wait, but now that I'm older and hoping to be a father next year, I like the idea of knowing what I'll be getting. The next gen could have a new set of reliability issues, could be less safe, have less room, or the engine will be like the FA20 and have ELH's, and lose the rumble. All things that could add a premium to buying a used variant of the current gen. If it turns out to be awesome, I'll just wait a few years, and buy a new one then. If you're patient, I feel like you can't lose buying a 2020.

I just got a 2019 sti limited i had a volkswagen gti and the subaru is awesome car the only thing that i don’t like is like the break assistant on hills but now i know how to turn it off 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 it also have totally different the revolution and the shifting time. i need time to get it like i used to shift with my gti nice video

When do you think they’ll reveal the look of the new 2021?

If the 2021sti has those canted rods like the fa20 then EJ is the way to go.

Nope. Still left wondering what to do. Or do I go from a subie to a charger? Never owned American. Only onwed Subies and Z’s.

If the new sti come in under 40k and has a twin scroll on a fa24, and body is nice, I'll probably buy it. The fa24 has already been pushed to 500whp and 480-500wtq on bolt ons. By prime motoring. With over 56 recorded dyno pulls. And that is these accent fa24. Sti could get a better fa24. Or they could give it a sad fa20.

I’ve always loved the Sti. Do you know if the STI engine is more reliable than the wrx if left stock?

should we all just wait for the new body next year?

I don’t think Subaru will stray away from the glorious bulletproof 6 speed. It’s perfect the way it is and going to a new trans could lead to issues. As for the ej, I’m thinking possibly a FA25 2.5L?

Bitter sweet moment.

I wanna buy this 2020 by November but I know I'll go crazy in the dirt 😂 think that's the point tho right?!

Joe is THE BEST SALES PERSON!

I'll take a STI hatchback. The Cosworth CS400 was amazing.

Hey Shaggy it’s another beautiful scooby Doo 😍🏎💨💥💥💨

Make a video on the 2020 tS when the dealer gets them.

You are amazing at talking without saying a damn thing.