Subaru WRX Midsize | Compact
Subaru WRX Midsize | Compact
[Apr 02, 2002]
William
Model Reviewed:
WRX Sport Wagon
Strength:
Startlingly fast acceleration. Strong brakes. Precise and predictable handling. Incredible AWD traction.
Weakness:
Weak stock stereo. Interior plastic scratches easily. I love this car. Not only is is faster than almost every other car on the road, but it is roomy inside and is relatively cheap to insure. Similar Products Used: Mitsubishi Mirage Turbo |
[Apr 01, 2002]
thegou
Strength:
Good every-day car and quite comfortable in almost every situations. Marvellous heated seats. Back seats are also comfortables.
Weakness:
Cup holders in cheap plastic in front, and none in rear. The highest fun for buck ever driven! Your got to play with the stick to pull all the ponies but when you''re used to, it adds to the fun. Similar Products Used: No similar... I drove a 99 Z24, and a 97 Golf in the last 5 years. |
[Mar 31, 2002]
Festina
Strength:
everything
Weakness:
nothing i love this car!!!!! i traded in my ''98 orient blue (custom color it was not availible in ''98) BMW 540i 6 speed. It was worth it. some of you guys say the styling is gross. i have ten times the amount of looks in this car that i did in the 540. I actually had a woman come running up to me screaming "oh my god!! oh my god!!" she was so excited it was crazy, she actually made me open the door and let her go inside. so bull crap this car is ugly! the performance is astounding. feels ssooooooo fast when i go for an occasional rally. Similar Products Used: BMW 540i 6 speed, mercedes e430, lexus gs400 (sucks) 1979 buick LeSabre |
[Mar 30, 2002]
s-wrx-
Strength:
Power when needed Incredible value Great road holding ability
Weakness:
ABS brakes are too jumpy. Potenza tires dont do so great in the rain. The WRX is an incredible car for a variety of reasons. Providing class leading power, and handling, the WRX is able to annihilate cars in its class, and even some a few classes above it. While the WRX may not be the fastest car ever made, it is arguably on of the most enjoyable cars to drive in. The brakes are steady, but often the abs kicks in too quickly in situations where it isnt desired. The design is quirky, and turns heads for a variety of reasons. Subaru has made an incredible machine, and has finally graced north america with its awesome presence. |
[Mar 27, 2002]
WRXBlueBaby
Strength:
It had a small 4 cylinder engin but screws.
Weakness:
Not to many um needs lether. I love my car. I have the new WRX in bright blue and its awsome. Right now i am lookin into buying Euro lights for it but i dont think they are out yet. If anyone knows where i can buy some E-Mail me please thanx ~Amanda |
[Mar 22, 2002]
Tom
Model Reviewed:
Impreza WRX Sport Wagon
Strength:
Incredible acceleration. The power also allows for flexibility at speed also. Want to pass? Simply press the gas, even in 5th gear, no downshift is required. All wheel drive traction. Powerful, linear brakes.
Weakness:
Turbo lag below 3,000 takes some getting used to. Stock radio is average at best in its sound quality. Interior plastic is easily scratched. I''ve had my WRX almost a month and still am amazed at the power and flexibility of the turbo engine. Above 3,000 rpm acceleration comes so quickly you get a feeling of being left behind by the car. The steering is incredibly light and precise. There is virtually zero lean in corners. I''ve taken corners so fast that gravity has pressed me against the side window glass but the car has not leaned. I still enjoy the looks on people''s faces after they challenge me to a race and are smoked. (My favorite was the guy in the business suit driving an Acura NSX as I matched him up to a very illegal speed.)I was worried about traction in snow with all that available power, but in the middle of a recent sleet/snowstorm I got around as if nothing was different. Similar Products Used: Mitsubishi Mirage Turbo, Acura Integra GSR. |
[Mar 08, 2002]
Brad Willits
Model Reviewed:
/ impreza wrx
Strength:
Top end acceleration is amazing. I used to drive a Dodge Stealth Twin Turbo and they are very comparable. Sleak body styling and add-on features are a bonus. The handling is the best by a long shot than any car even remotely in it''s class. With the all-wheel drive you feel much safer and more in control.
Weakness:
Low end turbo lag...it doesn''t pick up until about 3500 g''s. If you max out the boost on the turbos then you''ll void the warranty, but that''ll take care of the low end lag. The interior could have a leather option. Awesome! Everyone must at least test drive one of these. Total exhilaration if that''s your desire...that''s definately what you''re gonna get. Similar Products Used: Dodge Steath Twin Turbo. Modified Vtec 205 hp Integra. |
[Mar 08, 2002]
amarweb
Model Reviewed:
WRX
Strength:
Fast excelleration, unmatched handling, great interior, just plain fun.
Weakness:
Need 17" wheels standard. Get some! This is my 11th car. I have driven and raced many cars, but this car stock is by far the best car I have ever driven. Hands down..this car is #1 on or off the road. For the price you cannot beat this car! Mine is fully loaded from the factory minus 17" wheels. Similar Products Used: Mustang GT, AUDI TT, BMW Z3/M3, VW Jetta GTI Turbo, Mercedes CLK350, Mitsubishi Eclips, Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 and so on. |
[Mar 07, 2002]
jjasper13
Model Reviewed:
WRX
Strength:
Styling is common and yet unique. Thing can move. Excellent handling. Price!
Weakness:
For 4 adults, this car is a little cramped. I''m 6''2" and the back seat was not really comfy for me. I plan on being in the driver''s seat the majority of the time anyway. Unfortunately, I don''t own one yet. This car is awesome. I had a test drive and this car lived up to my expectations. We had 4 full sized adults in this car and it was a rocket. We did emergency lane changes at about 80 mph with no problems and took a 90 degree turn at high speed flawlessly(all this in an empty industrial parking lot while raining). By looking at this car, you would never believe what it is capable of. That is one reason I love it!!! And all of those reviewers who complain about the interior? Get a life. If you had leather interior in this car, you wouldn''t be able to stay in your seat unless you drove like grandpa. Refinement, shminement. Take the needle up and beyond 3500 rpm and see if you notice that there isn''t a moonroof. |
[Mar 04, 2002]
Logan
Strength:
Power in a seamingly mild mannered frame. Glues itself to the road, especialy in harsh weather. Name brand performance parts and easily modifiable to boot. Solidly built w/ good reputation for reliablity. Very affordable. Limited production. Oh yea, and it''s fast....just a little.
Weakness:
Not much: Should have better stock wheels(definitely upgrade that to 17''s), Subwoofer is kinda on the weak side, slight turbo lag is there (no biggie). Had mine for almost 2 weeks now, had 420 miles to begin with so they added short throw shifter, subwoofer w/ upgraded speakers, auto dimming mirror, turbo gauge, wheel lock set, arm rest and knocked off $1100...not bad! Love my Rex...can''t let the wife read this!!!! Smokes damn near 99.99% of all other cars here in Wisconsin, in more ways than one. I sometimes wish I had something to buy just to get a chance to drive the thing, and every chance I get is spent looking for minor mods to boost performance even just a little. Playstations video game "Grand Turismo" didn''t do enough justice to what this car can really do. Test drive it and you''ll know what I mean! Similar Products Used: ''02 Nissan Altima (test drove) ''02 Audi A4 (friends car) ''02 Lexus IS300 (friends car) ''02 Ford Mustang GT (friends car) ''01 Acura Integra Type-R (test drove..almost bought) |