2024 Subaru WRX Sedan Consumer Reviews

Name: 2024 Subaru WRX Review
Brand: Subaru
Rating: 4.8 (4 reviews)

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WRX TR - The one year only trim.

Spoook, 10/20/2024

2024 Subaru WRX TR 4dr Sedan AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

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I traded in my 2023 WRX Premium for the 2024 WRX TR. First let me start by saying I really enjoyed my 2023 WRX Premium for 16K miles. However the premium had a few things that annoyed me. The stereo in the premium was awful. The bass was horrible and the majority of the music sounded garbled. Even my podcasts had to be turned up higher than my wife's liking so I could hear them speak clearly. The premium also felt a little harsh when going over bumps and dips it felt like a car that had been tuned for the track. I also felt the brakes could have been upgraded, but I never used anything except the stock fluid and pads. I also own a 2023 BRZ. While taking my vehicles to the dealership for complimentary maintenance, I noticed they had a 2024 WRX TR. I had the sale guy run the numbers a few different times but we couldn't get close to an acceptable number. Flash forward a few months and the dealership finally worked be a deal significantly below MSRP and my trade in was only a few grand less than what I paid for my car, so I pulled the trigger. The WRX TR is probably my ideal spec, minus the recaro seats. I have eventually found a pretty good seating position, but it is more upright than I normally sit. I still prefer the premium seats feel, but that material stains easily and I question the durability for longetivity. The WRX TR is an easy car to drive fast for a long length of time. It comfortably seats 4 adults and 1 child not in a car seat. The new engine has power throughout the rev band, but the gears are spaced closer together than previous sports cars I have owned. While most pro reviews say the engine "lacks character" I disagree it is just a really strong engine with almost nothing to complain about. The fact there is so little to complain about with the entire vehicle is why I believe many pro reviews say the car lacks character. There is really nothing you have to compensate for and nothing to complain about. The car is very subdued and that is why most reviewers say it lack character. There is no heavy understeer, no loud buzzy motor, no serious turbo lag, no rear end that breaks free, nothing to be weary of when driving at your limits. Sure you might be able to put down a faster lap in a Type R, Elanta N, or GR Corolla, but if your driving 500 laps I would wager the WRX ends up the fastest vehicle. You can simply drive it fast for a long time without much fatigue. Now for the TR specific items. The suspension while stiffer also offers better dampening, so the ride actually feels more compliant than my premium. The TR is actually quieter than my old Premium on cold starts. The Brembo brakes with the larger master cylinder is much better than my 23' premium stock brakes.The HK stereo systems is miles ahead of the premium stereo. The HK sounds amazing, and unless you are trying to win a sound competition most audiophiles will never feel a need to upgrade. The TR has no sunroof, which is what stopped me from buying the limited. No sunroof means less weight, more structural rigidity, no leaky seals, and no glass to break during Texas hail storms. Plus I never used a sunroof when I did own vehicles with them. The synthetic suede is a nice material for the seats and interior trim, and I believe it will last longer than my premium's cloth material. I don't do leather in Texas, because it doesn't age well in Texas heat. I like the bigger 19" wheels (some people dislike the style) vs the 18" premium. I really disliked the style of the 18" wheels. I thought both cars had tires that preformed well, but experts rave about the 19" tires, but I guess I never pushed the car to the point it is about to lose traction. The blinker on the 24' is so much better than the 23' which never clicked into an on position. So many times I tried to turn the blinker off on the 23' but end up signaling turning in the opposite direction. That was so annoying, I'm glad they fixed it for 24'. Finally the steering was retuned for the TR and it eliminate all of the very minor understeer, is slightly quicker, and provides more feedback. This will be I car I keep for 20+ years and that is why I was willing to upgrade to the TR trim. After the warranty ends I will be replacing the air inlet hose with an aluminum pipe, changing the air filter, and adding a tune. These minor upgrades will put the vehicle over 300HP and still keep it reliable. At 300+ HP the WRX will easily best it's competitors on hot lap times. Then I'll probably add the cobb titanium cat back exhaust which sounds better (not super loud) and saves weight. If you can find a comfortable seating position in the recaro seats this is the trim level to get.

Safety: 5 out of 5 stars

Technology: 5 out of 5 stars

Performance: 5 out of 5 stars

Interior: 4 out of 5 stars

Comfort: 3 out of 5 stars

Reliability: 4 out of 5 stars

Value: 4 out of 5 stars

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What a blast to drive

Steve, 12/04/2024

2024 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I decided to lease a 2024 WRX earlier this year because I live in an area with many winding, hilly roads. I have owned BMWs and Audis and I don't think any of those can keep up with this car in the curves. It has excellent handling and is so enjoyable to drive on the roads around East TN. Hard to believe that such a reasonably priced car can offer such awesome performance. No regrets regarding my decision to get a WRX.

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