Is a WRX better than an STI?
The STI is clearly the better performer, but it can cost over $14,000 more than the WRX. The base WRX is an excellent performance car at a great price. If you need a few more comfort and convenience features, upgrading to Premium or even Limited trim won’t break your wallet.
Is the 2012 WRX STI reliable?
Subaru is the #1 Car Brand according to Consumer Reports, but the Subaru WRX STI is the least reliable Subaru in the stable. See what is dragging the STI down. Subaru of America (SOA) has been hit with a slew of engine lawsuits recently for the STI 2.5-liter turbo engine that dragged the STI’s reliability down.
How much faster is an STI than a WRX?
Subaru WRX vs. STI Comparison
| Specification | WRX | STI |
|---|---|---|
| Width w/o Mirrors | 71 in. | 71 in. |
| HP @ RPM | 268 @ 5600 | 310 @ 6000 |
| 0-60 MPH | 5.5s | 5.3s |
| Top Speed | 144 mph | 159 mph |
Are WRX STI reliable?
The Subaru WRX STI Reliability Rating is 2.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 36th out of 36 for compact cars. The average annual repair cost is $758 which means it has average ownership costs.
Which generation STI is best?
Ranking The 10 Best Subaru WRX STI Generations To Buy Used
- 10 Impreza WRX STI Cosworth.
- 9 Subaru Impreza Turbo Estate.
- 8 WRX STI (2001)
- 7 Impreza Colin McRae Edition.
- 6 WRX STI S203.
- 5 WRX STI Version One.
- 4 Impreza WR1.
- 3 Impreza P1.
Is WRX STI reliable?
Is STI fun to drive?
For handling and performance, yes it is. If you are wanting a better daily driver though, skip the STI and stay WRX. The suspension is a bit softer and the performance characteristics are a bit more daily driver oriented.
What is the difference between the STI and the WRX?
The STI doesn’t have as many options as the WRX, however, because it is already a very complete car. The base model STI has as optional the Recaro Performance seats that are standard on the STI Limited version.
What is the suspension on the STI like?
The STI’s suspension, on the other hand, is a high-performance tuned suspension, prepared to take a LOT more punishment and corner as fast as possible, but this means that it might be too stiff and uncomfortable on a daily basis. NEXT: 2019 Subaru WRX & WRX STI Preview & Buyer’s Guide
What kind of engine does a Subaru WRX have?
The Subaru WRX and WRX STI (previously called Impreza WRX and Impreza WRX STI) have been around for a long time. The recipe for these cars is pretty simple: a sports sedan with a turbocharged engine, manual transmission, and AWD.
What is the difference between the WRX Premium and WRX Limited?
If you want to have a little more STI feeling in a WRX Premium, which allows you to have (for extra money, of course), the Recaro performance seats, and the Brembo performance braking system. And the WRX Limited, apart from the GPS system option, doesn’t offer much more than the Premium Version.