![]() ![]() It … still uses a hydraulic rack and pinion set up, which makes it far more of a connected feel for the driver than almost anything left on the road. It has quick, weighty, and fantastically communicative steering without being tiring or twitchy. We will remember cars like this fondly in years to come.we even already are starting to when you glance at the classifieds and see the $$$$ they're commanding. It hearkens back to the JDM analog legends of the 90's in all the best ways. There are tons of videos on its performance available for you to peruse.The 2020 STI is a through and through sports car. Finally: obviously the car is pretty and obviously the car is quick. ![]() The only difference I've noticed is the lack of a bit of "rubber banding" feel from a hydraulic steering set up. I am a huge fan of hydraulic power steering but this electric steering is surprisingly good. They've maintained the mechanical feel of the car despite the electric power steering and drive-by-wire throttle. There is a ton of space in this car, including the rear seats which can actually fit full size adults. It has the same "fishbowl" feel as the older Subaru's I've driven. ![]() It feels a lot like my first car, a 1996 Impreza, but obviously much quicker and more exciting. Things I like about the car: The simplicity of the base model. That was a lot of words to describe just an issue with seat adjustment and a couple shifting woes but I think the detail will help some people. I am confident driving it in any situation and I've only been at it for 5 days. It makes it a bit of a learning curve but it's not super difficult. It's a bit old fashioned and the only assist is the spotty hill assist which you have 0 control over. This transmission is not the easiest in the world. That particular shift is something I am still trying to smooth out and master. Pretty standard right? The problem is at that point 2nd is usually between 1500 and 2k rpm and your engine is holding you at 3k for at least a full second. Say you take off in first nice and smooth, rev to 3k, depress the clutch to go into 2nd. The shift from 1st to 2nd is where you will notice it the most. However, it is always on and works when you are up shifting as well. It's a deliberate feature that holds engine revs up when you depress the clutch. Third is the rev hang which is well documented and grumbled about with this engine but it's definitely noticeable and often gets in the way. There is a point where the slightest adjustment of the throttle will make your seemingly under control revs go shooting up while you're trying to shift. It's not linear, meaning 10% throttle does not mean you are using 10% of the engines power or load. Second problem you may or may not notice depending on what your past cars have been is the throttle mapping. Not a huge deal but it does play into the seat not being super comfy. While shifting the 6MT (mine has the short throw shifter as well) is satisfying and entertaining and rewarding there are 3 things that make it somewhat challenging.įirst is the clutch and it's travel which is sort of up and towards the dash rather than more of a natural forward push towards the firewall. I am getting better, that's me not the car. I stalled it 6 times getting it home, mostly at lights trying to get away too quickly. I have only driven other people's cars with it twice before buying this car. First and foremost, I am not a veteran of the stick shift. The only other grumble I have is kind of a broad complaint of how shifting works with the 6MT and this engine. The position and travel path of the clutch brings you in forward towards the dash but that squishes your legs if you are taller and the front of the seat cushion does not adjust up to meet and support your thighs. And even worse: no adjustment for your thighs/ knees. The big issue I have with the seat is no lumber adjustment at all. I would've like heated seats but a sacrifice I was willing to make to keep the price down. Manual adjustment is fine, you set it once for life basically unless you share the car with someone and it's a whole bunch lighter than motorized seats. The base has a basic manual adjustable, non-heated, fabric seat. My only serious issue with the interior is the driver's seat. However, … that adds a lot of weight and price to the car which I can live without. The only other options I would've liked would be the Performance Package which is only available from Premium Trim and up. The base model WRX doesn't feel like you cheaped out. TL DR: Seat adjustment is lacking on the Base and the manual trans makes itself just a little bit more difficult to use. ![]()
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