Description
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The 2026 Subaru WRX brings back a value-focused base trim with the hardware enthusiasts care about: a 271-horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged flat-four, a six-speed manual transmission, and standard symmetrical all-wheel drive. In this review, we drive the $33,690 base WRX, examine its practical rear seat and 12.5-cubic-foot trunk, and explore what Subaru leaves out to reach that price. The WRX earns praise for its precise handling, engaging analog feel, easy-to-use manual gearbox, and performance that remains intact in the base trim, while its stiff ride, loud cabin, laggy infotainment system, basic interior amenities, and lack of blind-spot monitoring are notable compromises. We also compare it with the Honda Civic Si, Volkswagen Golf GTI, Hyundai Elantra N, Mazda3 Turbo, and Toyota GR Corolla, then consider whether the Premium trim’s added comfort features are worth the extra cost.
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Presenter: Elliot Haney, Lead Video Producer
Cinematography: Michael Venn, www.VennCreativeMedia.com
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0:00 The Subaru WRX
1:08 Powertrain and manual transmission
1:58 Handling, ride, and road noise
3:37 EyeSight safety and fuel economy
4:22 Exterior styling
6:36 Rear-seat space
7:11 Cargo practicality
7:21 Interior and comfort
8:20 Infotainment and technology
10:01 Safety and blind-spot monitoring
10:23 Competitors
11:34 Trim comparison and value
12:17 Verdict