2020 Subaru WRX STI - Underrated or Outdated? (POV Drive Binaural Audio)

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@TedwardDrives 3 жыл бұрын

Is the STI still a relevant driver's car or are we due for a massive change? Also I was wrong about steering. Only the WRX got the electronic assist. Huge thanks to Patreon supporters for making this content possible

@KSShel 3 жыл бұрын

I believe we’re due for a massive change. As much as I like the exterior and interior, the powertrain is very outdated. The EJ25 at this point is like.. 20 years old? Maybe for the next gen they use the FA24 from the Ascent. Anyways, how’s your day going?

@PriestOfAuril 3 жыл бұрын

bet itll become an SUV...

@yankeexpress 3 жыл бұрын

Got a new ‘20 STI before they mess it up with too much tech and maybe a non-manual transmission. It is fantastic to be able to still be a new car with hydraulic steering.

@crispi027 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2018 STI... I get it, it’s outdated but at the same time that’s what I love about it. It feels so good like a 90s sports car.

@MrCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

AWD cars will never be the best "driver's choice" to me for so many reasons, compared to FR, but I'm glad people enjoy them.

@arzi2054 3 жыл бұрын

"Today 300hp is like, everything, normal" Me in my 60hp Golf : yea, for sure

@ses4068 3 жыл бұрын

By now, every sportscar enthousiast knows that it's not Hp alone what counts, it's the power/weight ratio. Put that same 300 hp in a 1200kg classic Impreza GT, and see what happens....

@JesusOfPaign 3 жыл бұрын

me in my 150hp focus: ok 😞

@Mitsubishigrandis-dl8kk 2 жыл бұрын

Me with no car😞

@yournamehere3679 2 жыл бұрын

@@JesusOfPaign me in my 2.5i outback “what’s 300hp” 😂

@djdario8309 2 жыл бұрын

It is outdated as fu... waiting for new Elantra N.

@garywillis8737 3 жыл бұрын

“When you get older, 0 to 60 time means less and less” - Agree 100%

@RX-805 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, id say Horsepower. But 0-60 works maybe better

@abc123lov7 3 жыл бұрын

nahhh..not for me.

@kushtalin9180 3 жыл бұрын

im 20 and still dont care about 0-60

@OzBloke 2 жыл бұрын

I’m old now so yeah - I like a little shove, but now I like the ease of driving and the handling/surefootedness 😎

@thegirthquake8574 2 жыл бұрын

I disagree to a point. Sure I'm only 24 but I live around highways. Everything is a highway here. I use 0-60 and more importantly 5-60 to understand how much space I need to safely merge on the highway.

@patthetech 2 жыл бұрын

It's not about how fast you get there, it's about how much fun it is on the way

@Epotheros 3 жыл бұрын

That Cayenne did a classic ricer fly by on you.

@TedwardDrives 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know why that Brought me so much joy lol

@moneyparhar 3 жыл бұрын

It's faster than slowbaru. Still won't blow up

@ruskibruski 3 жыл бұрын

@@moneyparhar cap

@stefan_4508 3 жыл бұрын

only only stop the cap

@AlumarsX 3 жыл бұрын

@@TedwardDrives There's something joyful in seeing people open the taps in cars like that.

@_J_U_S_T_I_N_ 3 жыл бұрын

Love my 2019. It's modded and makes around 370whp but it's been awesome since day 1. No other car has made me smile every time I drive it.

@willpittman7593 2 жыл бұрын

What mods are you rockin? I’m stock with an axle back and scared of hurting it😂

@MintHustle 2 жыл бұрын

@@willpittman7593 don’t be afraid!! If you’re nervous about ringland, know any year model pre 2018 has extended warranty upwards of 100k miles for ringland. And 18+ has better internals. Also fwiw, only the bad instances of this car blowing up are documented on the Internet. The greater majority has had little to no issues. Amazing car :)

@interceptingfist5682 2 жыл бұрын

@@willpittman7593 be very afraid.

@iheartgs400 3 жыл бұрын

Glad Subaru still making the STi.

@amador4417 3 жыл бұрын

I plan on purchasing an STI for my first car off the dealer

@maximiliananfang8978 3 жыл бұрын

Not for Germany... :(

@alexandertharpe8738 3 жыл бұрын

it's getting a nice redesign in the next year model too. looks mostly the same but a new engine and more power

@jacobmatthew5597 3 жыл бұрын

If they offered a small light na v8 paired with awd I’d buy in an instant

@BallanOff 3 жыл бұрын

@@amador4417 As a first car you may be better off with the simple WRX. The FA20 is a more reliable engine, that can still make lottsa HP if you want to

@jerks7olemyname316 3 жыл бұрын

As a fan of the 2007 Subaru WRX STI (and all wrx's to be honest) this video has made my day

@nliberty 3 жыл бұрын

same! i love the 2007 sti since it's the last one to have that classic design but i really like this one as well. people are looking forward to 2022 sti concept but i personally don't like it it becomes unrecognizable in my opinion

@newreformationapologetics4953 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Hawkeye wrx:D

@TheCreepyArchives 3 жыл бұрын

Oh really I couldn't tell you liked subaru bro

@Brenfriend11 3 жыл бұрын

I have a JDM Forester and everything he mentioned about the fun factor in driving a Subaru is spot on 👌

@versache4379 3 жыл бұрын

respect for you man

@marknichols7718 3 жыл бұрын

The fragile transmission was the 5 speed from the regular WRX back in the day. The 6 speed in the Sti has always been great.

@glorentzen 8 ай бұрын

I was just coming to comment this

@jnrivers 3 жыл бұрын

The automotive and enthusiast world is just a better place thanks to these cars.

@quasarsavage 3 жыл бұрын

modern cars: send it... straight to jail lol

@maximus9401 3 жыл бұрын

Look at the contrast between that blue and the sea of grey white and black! One of the best blues out there

@bikebudha01 3 жыл бұрын

The current gen sti disproves the 'new is always better (or necessary)' theory. It's a total blast to drive. If they never improve it, it's still be a blast to drive. And it's certainly fast enough, as is, to scare the crap out of yourself on public roads.

@eaglescout911 2 жыл бұрын

Ill say this much, going from my 2004 sti, to the 2013 sti, to now the 2020 sti. The 2020 is the best STI hands down.

@bikebudha01 2 жыл бұрын

@@eaglescout911 My wife as the 2016 (almost the same as 2020). It's a fantastic driving car. But it doesn't look as good as either of the concept cars...

@eaglescout911 2 жыл бұрын

@@bikebudha01 Ah see for me, I never really cared much for the concept cars. Glad to hear you guys enjoy the 2016! Lmk if I can share some Subaru Ambassador goodies with you

@NoEdits704 3 жыл бұрын

I was anti subaru, having owned an evo 8 and 10 for nearly 8 years, I just bought a 2021 sti. Fantastic daily.

@Cryptiiix 2 жыл бұрын

I was a massive evo fan when I was younger but as they became extinct, I became the biggest Subaru fan. I love the rally competition

@dcyxc2004 3 жыл бұрын

Your car reviews are so well done. As a current 10th gen Si owner, I'm constantly fawning over the Type-R. Now I want an STI.

@noto3402 Жыл бұрын

I’m the same way cause I got a s2000 and I need a daily and I want a type r but the sti is calling me

@Pw7N Жыл бұрын

@@noto3402 get the STI you won’t regret it but if do get one, make sure you get 2019+ ,noting below that. I had a 19 WRX and it got totaled 8 months ago and I ended up get 19 STI 3 months ago and I love it so much.

@Pw7N Жыл бұрын

@@noto3402 2019+ STI has bunch of Type RA Parts. Tuner are making like 600hp+ on stock block 2019+ only*

@impreza0109 3 жыл бұрын

I've been watching this video multiple times now, and it hasn't gotten old on me yet. Really, really want this car.

@elusivellama 3 жыл бұрын

5:48 is extremely accurate - by the time you get to the speed limit, or even slightly beyond, it's all over and now you're back to cruising at speeds that won't attract law enforcement. And you didn't even use more than a fraction of what is available to you. At least in cars like the Civic type-R (or the STI), you can enjoy the run from 0 - whatever because the driving experience (and the manual transmission) engages you every step of the way.

@bretta.m.5634 3 жыл бұрын

I have a bone stock 2020 STI and I love every minute with it. I agree with the exhaust too, it's loud enough for its power and it has a great rumble as is.

@FluXReign 3 жыл бұрын

I think this is the only review where I didn’t mind someone talking in the background. Nice video!

@KZcheese 3 жыл бұрын

7:20 I believe the STI still uses hydraulic steering. It definitely did at the start of this generation.

@TedwardDrives 3 жыл бұрын

You’re right! The wrx got the electric assist and the STI kept the hydraulic. Seems a lot of magazines botched this as well 😂. My bad

@yankeexpress 3 жыл бұрын

STI is definitely still analog hydraulic steering. Fantastic!

@Banom7a 3 жыл бұрын

and yes, you can still hear the loud pump when it is really cold out lol

@Malkus1 3 жыл бұрын

I got 2016 STi, that steering is pure awesomeness. You can feel almost anything from the wheels :)

@jaminmotorscartalk3701 3 жыл бұрын

Hydraulic rack and pinion. It is the best steering feel ever.

@Jester-media 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve had my sti for almost a year now and I still love it so much, just such a fun car and there is a really great community around them aswell

@DanielJW247 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, it´s one of my dream cars. I just really like everything about it. This would be a perfect daily driver, which would add fun to every trip. I love these, thanks for the video!

@jacob.peters Жыл бұрын

been through a few of your videos now and wanted to say I appreciate your enthusiasm for what you're doing. actually testing a 2020 WRX STi in the morning and it's nice to get all this information from you before I get into it.

@robertm1570 3 жыл бұрын

I like these "slow" around 5s to 60 sports cars videos of yours the most, very enjoyable. Hope to see more of these :D

@chrisogrady28 3 жыл бұрын

That beautiful color stands out in that grey sea of bleargh. Especially in the rain.

@benheal6466 3 жыл бұрын

The Subaru WRX is my dream car, definitely great to see you drive one!

@jasonc32amg 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff. I just finished a 900 mile road trip from Fl to Va and I was surprised how comfortable and non-taxing my ‘20 STI was and the curvy roads of Virginia are magical in this car.

@vojtechbatelka8581 3 жыл бұрын

I forgot how quiet stock STI are. It´s really a shame Subaru doesn´t sell this in Europe anymore, what a great all around daily car with big potencials.

@tabletoppery780 3 жыл бұрын

Ha! You guys get so many other great cars we never see in NA :)

@vojtechbatelka8581 3 жыл бұрын

@@tabletoppery780 I agree but in a few years you'll be the ones to get the coolest cars thanks to European emissions regulations.

@v8_sami 3 жыл бұрын

@@vojtechbatelka8581 well America is tightening its emission soon enough with the new president.

@ErectileSceptile 3 жыл бұрын

@@v8_sami Yep, look up the Rpm act. Soon it'll be illegal to buy an aftermarket ECU / tune a car because eof the EPA regulations.

@Aikaramba12 3 жыл бұрын

@@v8_sami so sad

@kidnamedfinger6323 3 жыл бұрын

The WRX STI may legitimately be one of my favorite cars, and I think it looks great on grey along with that blue.

@yankeexpress 3 жыл бұрын

Now on my 2nd STI, a no-wing new dead-stock 2020 (except for snow tires) after having a new ‘06 for 6 years and 76k miles also dead-stock. A great analog daily driver as is.

@Align700nitro 3 жыл бұрын

don't tell me you sold the 06......

@AllOutOfEnemies1 3 жыл бұрын

@@Align700nitro ditto..

@josel8311 3 жыл бұрын

Good for daily driving?

@yankeexpress 3 жыл бұрын

@@josel8311 yes, an excellent daily driver on good roads. The ride is firm for outstanding handling so rough roads are noticable , avoiding potholes on the 19 inch performance wheels. Get the short-throw shifter option, makes the STI a total blast to drive daily.

@ianholmquist8492 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta have the wing

@gatz- 3 жыл бұрын

5:11 stoked to hear you say this! I've never once felt the need for more power in my STi. I always get a chuckle when people yell about this car being slow haha

@stefan_4508 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly and also 400whp is nothing for an sti so if you wanted it wouldn’t be a problem to get more power in the future. Could even push 500-600whp if you wanted to sacrifice reliability a bit

@germansherman9395 3 жыл бұрын

@@stefan_4508 that’s a my problem. I love to beat on my sti and I’m afraid going for more power will destroy my engine too fast.

@aztharz5637 3 жыл бұрын

I've owned my sti for 5 years now. I definitely would like to see more power. 300hp is nothing for modern cars nowadays. I LOVE my sti, but the top end is extremely lackluster. 1st gear to 3rd is great, but trying to pull from 4th is like I'm in a prius. 🤣 I'm doing an engine swap for an ej iag closed deck longblock, forged internals etc. Instead of buying a new sti, im going to put that money into my old one and have 400whp+

@Cam_Lotro 3 жыл бұрын

@@stefan_4508 my guy lol. 400whp is a substantial money pit. fuel system alone is going to be $2000-2500, the turbo, an extra $1200-1400, the downpipe, $500, the intake/air upgrades, another 600. and that's cutting literally every corner in doing that build. not to mention your tune which will run you up another 1k. realistically to get 400whp in ANY boxer engine, in a reliable form, expect to pay I would say no less than 8k and then "sacrifice reliability a bit" 500-600whp, Idk how long you think those piston ringlands will last, I've seen them fail in 5k miles of a brand new off the lot EJ :( sad but true.

@skylergabriele6445 3 жыл бұрын

@@stefan_4508 are you smoking crack? if not, must be some good H. My girlfriend has a built Sti. blew it up at 360whp on stock block, rebuilt it with pistons and rods, made 400whp for 2 months before it grenaded. spent 18k on a new turbo setup and engine and it makes 480whp with almost no potential for more. Subarus are slow, unreliable, and absolute money pits. If you have 50k to throw at it, have fun.

@esu2537 3 жыл бұрын

I wanna buy one of the wrx, I just love how they sound and feel, amazing cars, thanks for the video made my dad!

@dakgildea 3 жыл бұрын

My first car was a 2006 STi and boy do I miss it. Appreciate this video

@tjlovesrachel 3 жыл бұрын

That was your first car.... damm kid ...and get another one

@jarizerrudo8180 3 жыл бұрын

My buddy just bought one last month! I test drove it the other day and I love how you have to rev the engine out to get the most out of the turbo. It also kicks way harder than my Focus RS. It does understeer a bit around tight corners but boy it was a joy to drive!!

@ethanatorism 3 жыл бұрын

I can tell you really understand what the STI is trying to do. Loved this video

@danieleregoli812 3 жыл бұрын

You have an intoxicating way of communicating your eagerness and driving passion.... wish we could go for drives together!!!

@victorpatykowski5523 3 жыл бұрын

I've been daily driving my 2006 sti for over two years and it's incredible

@ezekiel8487 3 жыл бұрын

Man that's awesome. Do you still use the stock air filters?

@victorpatykowski5523 3 жыл бұрын

@@ezekiel8487 Nope it has an aftermarket one, it was stock with an exhaust when I bought it at 74,000 miles, and now has 96,000 miles with basic bolt ons and a dyno tune

@germansherman9395 3 жыл бұрын

@@victorpatykowski5523 absolutely love my 07 sti. Daily her as well.

@coloniser.- 3 жыл бұрын

i hope i can get one when im older lmao

@tracktimevideos5164 3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't use my impreza Spec C RA as a daily, just so noisy, unrefined and bouncy even compared to my Megane R26. 🤣

@Bebopin-69 3 жыл бұрын

This thing is a survivor and we thank Subaru for that. I drive my 4th STI since 2006. add a few Cobb bits (short shift, accessport STG1+, intake, exhaust), mudflaps and you have a raw engaging little 365days ride.

@azjl9553 3 жыл бұрын

This was great. I used to drive all those same backroads and highways in my hatchback subie. This vid was so nostalgic since i moved away awhile ago

@ijfimages2848 3 жыл бұрын

Finally! Someone made a video on the 2020!

@yankeexpress 3 жыл бұрын

Raiti has several 2020 STI youtube videos

@g80krish 3 жыл бұрын

my 2021 sti limited is coming this month from the factory i’ll be sure to make a video too

@bobbyaustralia8509 3 жыл бұрын

@@yankeexpress raiti is a poseur with more bots than brains

@dcyxc2004 3 жыл бұрын

@@yankeexpress so now we know how many twinkies fit in the center console.

@CBosridesandreviews 3 жыл бұрын

@@bobbyaustralia8509 ehhh. I mean he's not my fav.

@mathewboyd903 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos man they bring me so much joy

@TedwardDrives 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Man!

@Defy_Convention 3 жыл бұрын

What a wholesome comment.

@ardikasulistija6574 3 жыл бұрын

Bought a 2020 STI late last year and I absolutely love it! Great video!

@petrolheadl3856 3 жыл бұрын

As a 17wrx sti and s204 owner, this video has suprised me how good and a big improvment on the 2020 wrx sti!

@rogermoore2365 3 жыл бұрын

They need more improvement on the engine and transmission.

@Jacolan007 3 жыл бұрын

@@rogermoore2365 every Sti from the RA and after have an improved engine and the transmission is good for at least 700 hp.

@nvl2691 3 жыл бұрын

@@Jacolan007 Engine is still profoundly terrible though.

@gagd7351 3 жыл бұрын

@@nvl2691 old, not terrible. It's just weird how old the engineering of the engine is compared to a 2020 car, however, the engine incredible.

@rogermoore2365 3 жыл бұрын

@@Jacolan007 the ra is nice and the s209. But read up the the engines that come to the USA. In Japan they get the good stuff.

@j_merlotte5467 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic perspective. Its funny I made a post recently echoing alot of your same thoughts. I'm more attracted to getting one of these now that I'm older and have more financial means to actually get a more powerful car. I never would've wanted to own one as my only car but having the means to have a daily, while having this as a simple, analog, year round fun car with great FEEL on the street.

@regulariago6780 3 жыл бұрын

These types of cars are my favorites, Fast, Practical, You can use them in the daily drive ! one day I will buy one of those types !

@johnlee072092 3 жыл бұрын

What I like the most about this car is its visibility😍. Hard to find a car like this nowadays

@hdemi1590 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for such an honest review!! I love WRXs, they are fun at all speeds, and they always have traction :)

@CurtGodwin 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 49 and could've bought pretty much any car under $100K that I wanted... and I bought an STI. It's. Just. So. Much. Fun. And it's not expensive to maintain. Great car.

@jasekanistanaux3159 3 жыл бұрын

coulda got tesla model s too, then there’s nothing to maintain....good on you for getting a car you love

@sadniqqa 3 жыл бұрын

@@jasekanistanaux3159 it doesn't go brap brap or boom and fart u know

@jasekanistanaux3159 3 жыл бұрын

Arswole Schwarzdogger ahahaha these things you say are very true😔😔🥲

@CurtGodwin 3 жыл бұрын

@@jasekanistanaux3159 The Model S was on the short list... but there aren't any Super Chargers (except at resorts) where I like to drive on the weekends. When Tesla's network gets better, I'll reconsider.

@boysenberrydracula3599 3 жыл бұрын

@Bitterman The STI looks way better on the outside IMO

@doctorrobert60 3 жыл бұрын

Love the mechanical feel/connection of my 2019 STI. I had previously 2012 STI hatchback that I modified with Nvidia TBE and intake. Was FAST and loud. After several years I missed the stock sound to be honest. I wish my 2019 had been available in hatchback form factor. Been driving Subarus since 2005 because I love how honest they feel. My other car is 2006 BMW Z4 M Coupe. When it is wet can feel dangerous if throttle is applied to aggressively. Subaru feels so planted.

@saucyp123 3 жыл бұрын

One of my fave things about these cars is that they ask you when your birthday is, so it can display a cute little happy birthday message for you when the time comes! I probably would have been looking hard at one of these if my budget was 30k instead of 20k.

@FreshlyBaked13 Жыл бұрын

What you said about enjoying “slower” vehicles with personality rather than a quick numb sprint to 60 is exactly why i traded my mk7r for a brz ts a few years back. Now i find myself looking at a low milage sti again, awd in New England is a game changer.

@burntorange3 3 жыл бұрын

2003 WRX Bugeye was by far the most fun car I've ever owned. I would own another one in a heart beat.

@parksed24 Жыл бұрын

I test drove one of these a year ago and it’s such a wonderful throwback to fun, old school cars. It’s not the fastest, smoothest, or most comfortable car but it made me smile the entire time and that’s what actually matters with cars like this.

@I_love_doner_kebab 3 жыл бұрын

Found it in my recomendations and ended up watch trough and i have no regrets about it. You are very nice and positive man, thank you very much)

@TedwardDrives 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@PittiesAndMore 3 жыл бұрын

The STI's are just fun to drive especially in the canyons and mountain roads. It just handles the curves so well.

@AnthonysEpicKick 3 жыл бұрын

I personally own the 2020 version of this car and I legitimately almost never put it in sports sharp mode. This car has realistic power and I think the AWD system and handling of the car makes up for the speed. Also this is a great car to have if you live in snowy areas and you still want a fast dependable car. Although, if you do buy this car try to get a set of smaller tires. In my experience the only times I get stuck is when the snow gets packed inside the wheel wells.

@marcleibovic6879 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review. I went from a F80 M3 to a 2020 Base WRX and having way more fun

@JFinns 3 жыл бұрын

Really miss the STI hatchback, but glad they are still making this legend. One of the more exciting cars on here and always nice to see a manual.

@CobraCreep 3 жыл бұрын

Tedward Yess my video of the subSTI video man love it

@LandyG19 3 жыл бұрын

Got me a 2020 STi over a year ago. Never have i enjoyed driving so much. :)

@philks1 3 жыл бұрын

same here! no regrets!

@ginyamaa 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2020 STI myself actually, and yeah it's not the fastest thing out there at all but god damn is it an enjoyable car to drive. My main complaint about it stock was that you can barely even hear it, but with a reasonable catback exhaust (Invidia Q300, one of the quietest ones out there) on, its perfect.

@Dontgo5 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. I love my 2020 WRX. Hopefully STi soon

@bluebird3670 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the way these cars drive. I’ve driven my buddies STI before and they’re really reminiscent of how my Charger drives.

@desiredfilm1071 3 жыл бұрын

5:11 yesss thank you!! I have a stage 2 F80 pushing nearly 600 crank and it’s a literal rocket ship. It’s gotten to a point now where it is too fast, it’s not fun anymore unless I’m on a track because I can’t go fast without hitting like 110 or 120 which is way too fast for public roads. These cars that are “slow” are so much more fun for backroad driving

@Freak5thGen 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve driven a stock one thru country backroads, that stock 300hp is perfect. It’s not too fast and definitely not slow. When I get mine a few bolt ons and a tune is perfect

@desiredfilm1071 3 жыл бұрын

Chris Pantoja Exactly! I hope you get one soon and enjoy it!

@williamlong2682 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, that EJ is almost as old as I am, but I still love it. Love how Subaru hasn’t smoothed over all of the rough edges of the STI. It’s definitely been refined over the years, but they haven’t just engineered out all of the quirks and personality. Hope the next gen WRX/STI retain this same character.

@boppernostopper8598 3 жыл бұрын

to be fair, in 2019 theyve improved strngth of the pistons and rings, then 2020 i think it was the con rods, then 2021 was block casting, stock ones pushing 600 whp for 15k+miles

@remissiveslave 3 жыл бұрын

@@boppernostopper8598 stock zl1 and other cars stock pushing 600+ well over 100k.

@K03sport 3 жыл бұрын

But it still has flaws that shouldn't exist. Why do those flaws still exist after 15+ years?

@drink15 3 жыл бұрын

@@K03sport what flaws?

@K03sport 3 жыл бұрын

@@drink15...the 4th cylinder temperature/cooling for starters. That is a popular mod for STi owners and continues to be so for 2019/20/21 cars too.

@justingillette8287 3 жыл бұрын

I think that the STI is one of the best cars ever made. The performance to cost ratio is amazing, the build quality the practicality is spot on!!!!

@jaminmotorscartalk3701 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a new STI in February and my first Subaru. Having owned a lot of performance platforms in the past this is a great car. I put the Cobb stage 1 on my 2nd week of ownership. It makes a huge difference in torque in the 2500-5300 rpm range. Very useable in the lower gears and imo makes it into how it should have come from the factory from the getgo. Flex fuel next...

@CineGui 3 жыл бұрын

I just wanna drive. Agree ! Im not buying the eletronics, im buying the driving experience.

@moldyrefrigerator 3 жыл бұрын

I've had a modified BRZ for almost 6 years. Driven the STi quite a few times, while they seem cool I'd definitely have to buy it new to ensure it wasn't beat on, and for a $40k price tag I'm almost always going to want something else.

@fredcivicek9 3 жыл бұрын

Keep up your nice work! I enjoy all your videos no mather what the car is or the subject. 10/10

@jono4504 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great video! I don't know how to drive a manual, so I was really interested to go for the wrx not the sti. Your review helps with my options. Cheers!

@bossykxngtahzai16 3 жыл бұрын

I still love the bug eye subaru sti but I can't wait to see the all new refresh

@thatasiandude1351 3 жыл бұрын

Wish this would come in hatchback ver. I have 2009 wrx sti still gonna own it until subaru would come out with the new hatch

@defaultname19315 3 жыл бұрын

Whoa I go to the mall here all the time! Awesome to see you around these parts.

@revengefullobster4524 3 жыл бұрын

It's been quite awhile since I heard the stock exhaust. They do make great track cars, esp if you up the power to where it should be. Mine has the loud exhaust, but also puts 470 to the ground. Nice review.

@alum1n1umkn1ght3 3 жыл бұрын

When you start to learn, you are in fact a subaru fan.😁 Also they may not be the fastest but they are by far one of the best sounding cars out there.

@bitkarek 3 жыл бұрын

sometimes its better when things dont change :)

@Paul-ang 3 жыл бұрын

Picked up my 21 sti few weeks ago and absolutely love it completely different ride to my 2012 wrx. No regrets at all

@coryanderson5210 2 жыл бұрын

I went from a ‘11 WRX to a ‘20 STI and feel the same.

@luizmunoz8545 3 жыл бұрын

Great video with actual car guy enthusiasm!

@rayniss19 3 жыл бұрын

Sheesh, the 2020 WRX STI is my current dream car, it's nice to see a POV of what hopefully the future holds for me!

@dazai2121 3 жыл бұрын

Wait for the 2022 one. New engine ;3

@jorgitobest1366 3 жыл бұрын

@@dazai2121 The New design is looking kinda ugly

@yankeexpress 3 жыл бұрын

Get one while are still available discounted, I did...before they mess it up by “ improving” it.

@genotsSnor 3 жыл бұрын

@@dazai2121 I want the boxer engine back 😫

@VictaCheung 3 жыл бұрын

Shouldn't be a dream car, its pretty cheap.

@toyotavenzaguy2499 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I love this WRX STI. I’ve always wanted this as a dream car! I would say this is an Underrated car.

@jeffreyb.1657 3 жыл бұрын

Agree with the it has enough power and you won't lose your license...it is perfect. Great video. A true gem of a car and the last affordable analog car. Wonderful car stock...the STI 6 speed is super strong...unlight the early wrx 5 speeds.... Best drivers car left under 85k.

@frankENZC 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video. I'm enjoying my 2020 WRX Premium!

@acalthu 3 жыл бұрын

that turbo lag might be aided by what sounds like a pretty heavy fly wheel. the rev hang sounds insane. Edit: and you mention it literally 10 seconds later.

@Pauly85 3 жыл бұрын

Rev hang isn't bad, he's just not used to the clutch and change feel, and is guilty of the slow revvy changes that everyone does when they first drive the new old sti

@jaminmotorscartalk3701 3 жыл бұрын

My 2020 does not rev hang?

@jeffreyb.1657 3 жыл бұрын

No rev hang in the stock 2019.... It is perfect.

@drakedbz 3 жыл бұрын

The rev hang can be tuned out. It is designed in on purpose to more efficiently burn the fuel, since it is port-injected. A very common mod people make to these is to tune out that rev hang.

@miriamvivo4279 3 жыл бұрын

U even headers give the rumble

@todtod6212 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s amazing how a car which basically is the same size features power driving characteristics for decades and it’s still a hit. Subaru sells outback’s, foresters, cross treks then its the wrx/Sti sedan. Totally different market than the usual. I hope they sell make them for years to come and keep than manual alive

@wdstrut 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta say man, the good and the bad, you nailed it. Going with Stage 1 and accessport still doesn’t take it over the top and keeps it a daily. I’m only 6 weeks in and I had to void the warranty to get what I bought it for. But even at stock it’s so. F’n. Fun.

@jamesmoore654 3 жыл бұрын

i own this exact car and i love it. i got a cobb cold air intake and tuner, and a borla catback. truly a joy to drive and it's practical as hell. not the quickest vehicle in the world, but you can still gap your local shitboxes at redlights.

@von6164 3 жыл бұрын

Type-R next please‼️

@paullucci 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve had a 2016 WRX since 2016 and after 60,000 miles I still love it. I think it strikes a very nice balance between analog and digital that will be difficult to find in the near future. I also think the 2.0 with the smaller, twin scroll turbo in the WRX is better for regular driving than the 2.5 in the STi. Basically I’m saying if you can find one in good condition used, it would be a great option for a lot of upstart car enthusiasts. Just make sure to buy a second set of wheels and tires (one winter and one summer set) to get the most out of the car year round.

@daniellanzotti2391 3 жыл бұрын

Very well said, buy STI used hopefully still under warranty and buy WRX new with FA engine for the win, all the torque and hp you need below 60mph

@ianholmquist8492 3 жыл бұрын

@@daniellanzotti2391 the wrx engine is awesome. Makes peak torque and 20psi at 1800 rpm. I just hate the gearbox. Trading my 17 wrx in for a 21 sti.

@daniellanzotti2391 3 жыл бұрын

@@ianholmquist8492 yea stock i wasnt pleased with either. Now, I have several mods to the shifter and I really like it. Its not a honda type r shifter or mazda mx5 shifter that would be glorious lol.

@benjaminstuart8626 3 жыл бұрын

Good review you hit a lot of points in why I chose this. Again. :)

@timothybracken1728 3 жыл бұрын

hi Tedward! Great review of the STI. Still has hydraulic steering and that raw feeling that you dont' get in most modern sports cars. Everyone wants to numb the driving experience down

@TedwardDrives 3 жыл бұрын

Yup corrected the steering mistake in the pinned comment when published

@Airwuk 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing car!

@GabeHartnett 3 жыл бұрын

Now imagine the sounds with a unequal length headers and a modest but noticeable exhaust

@deborahdiperna2451 3 жыл бұрын

I think the 2.5 comes with Uel headers stock. Or atleast used to.

@whoischris28 3 жыл бұрын

It does have UEL headers

@jovanyrodriguez5780 3 жыл бұрын

sti’s have always had uel headers. Only the 2015+ wrx have el headers bc of the twin scroll turbo.

@whoischris28 3 жыл бұрын

@@jovanyrodriguez5780 the jdm engines had elh as well

@malachi4516 3 жыл бұрын

Currently have 04 wrx. It’s getting old and has high mileage. But I love it. Can’t wait to bring in money from my investments. A 2018-2020 sti will be my next daily

@johnpauladams3417 3 жыл бұрын

Love these videos

@HARaZAC 3 жыл бұрын

even if the car is stock having an exhaust is nice if you like the sound. If I owned one of these I would only do exhaust and enjoy it in stock form

@RedLightKi 3 жыл бұрын

I’d prolly rice it up a bit. Make it my own, yknow

@HARaZAC 3 жыл бұрын

@@RedLightKi yeah. All depends on what you want it to do

@howdoyouevenknow6526 2 жыл бұрын

Intake as well so you can hear the turbo spool up way more and a tune

@Will-cs3yb 3 жыл бұрын

12:00 I believe it is the old 5spd out of the WRX that liked to blow up but I think the 6spd was always bulletproof. Correct me if that's wrong.

@nathanyoung8284 3 жыл бұрын

That's correct! The 6-speed in STis is often left stock (clutch upgraded ofc) on 700 horsepower cars. The 5-speed is often becomes prone to breaking when driven mildly spirited at anything beyond about 350 WHP, and the more mileage on it, the worse it gets. My 280 WHP 5MT Legacy GT wagon's synchros are pretty worn out at 218K.

@drakedbz 3 жыл бұрын

And then there's the 6-speed in the WRX, not to be confused with the STI's 6-speed.

@FreshlySnipes 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered one of these to replace my stage-3 Focus ST. Got a 2021-limited in white. I pick it up on Monday. I’m pretty stoked.

@adriankelly_edinburgh 2 жыл бұрын

I used to own a mk 1 Impreza Turbo 2000 back in the day over here in Scotland (Colin McRae lived not too far from me and I was a big fan). It only had 220bhp but was very light and handled like a go-kart. Every time I took it out on the road it felt like a special stage. Unfortunately we can't buy new performance Subarus over here now or I'd seriously be thinking about buying an STi next year when my current car's time is up. Thanks for the upload.