Subaru WRX TR vs GR Corolla | No Comparison

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  • @Parker53151
    @Parker53151 6 місяців тому +1016

    Savagegeese is now what Car & Driver used to be, back when Car & Driver was a good rag that did independent testing and excellent writing. Well done, gents, very well done.

    • @Sashazur
      @Sashazur 6 місяців тому +30

      My dad subscribed to both Car & and Driver and Road & Track since I was a kid in the 80s. It didn’t take long for me to figure out that everything in them was advertising.

    • @harlequin75
      @harlequin75 6 місяців тому +15

      I've read Car & Driver since the 80's. They are not as good as you make it out.

    • @Parker53151
      @Parker53151 6 місяців тому +18

      I should have been more specific. I was referring to C&D in the 60s and 70s, when nearly every road test ended with a wrecked car, a drunken dinner, or an angry manufacturer’s rep. And most of the writing was top shelf.

    • @cbotten106
      @cbotten106 6 місяців тому +1

      @@Sashazur Was that a TuxMat shot? I don't know, I'm asking. Generally, the car mags are pushing what's new. The new one wins the comparo and then loses out to the "regular cast" for 10Best. I could write the script.

    • @jahbrake9791
      @jahbrake9791 6 місяців тому +7

      ...Back in my day Jack would keep his homosexuality to himself 😢

  • @SammGriffith
    @SammGriffith 6 місяців тому +1195

    Came for the car comparo, stayed for the TuxMat interlude

    • @acez4371
      @acez4371 6 місяців тому +29

      I saw this comment and was like okay whatever. But oh my god😭

    • @ChristopherThompson1980
      @ChristopherThompson1980 6 місяців тому +38

      Truly the best sponsorship spot I've ever seen.

    • @Silversmok3
      @Silversmok3 6 місяців тому +29

      When Frank Sinatra comes back from the dead to drop a single about TuxMats, it’s serious

    • @Parker53151
      @Parker53151 6 місяців тому +9

      TuxMats, yay, but now I gotta go to Arby’s for lunch.

    • @ph4se2
      @ph4se2 6 місяців тому +14

      One of the few channels where I don't skip the ad

  • @johngennace4045
    @johngennace4045 6 місяців тому +1040

    Subaru should offer a carbon fiber vape pen holder.

    • @yume8380
      @yume8380 6 місяців тому +72

      Haha, Subaru got the vape bros, Mustang got the crowd killer bros, Dodge Charger and Challenger got the takeover, robber and thieves bros!!!!!

    • @tdub25
      @tdub25 6 місяців тому +22

      Subaru should come with a rainbow flag and an aarp card

    • @MilanStier
      @MilanStier 6 місяців тому +3

      HAHAHAHA

    • @Beer_Dad1975
      @Beer_Dad1975 6 місяців тому +7

      And carbon fibre oil drip tray.

    • @kylegriffiths5990
      @kylegriffiths5990 6 місяців тому +6

      Would be pointless here in Aus. Vapes are banned here.

  • @johnshaw3208
    @johnshaw3208 6 місяців тому +497

    I realy hope TuxMats realizes how valuable your advertising exposure is. Your guy's are genius.

    • @dewjustin
      @dewjustin 6 місяців тому +17

      Please tell them to release a manual version for the wrx. Their 2022+ wrx mats interfere with the clutch massively, it’s really disappointing. Had to return mine and go with weathertechs.

    • @snoflewis
      @snoflewis 6 місяців тому +5

      @@dewjustin all of their mats interfere with the clutch. they say it only bothers some, but it was too distracting for me. thankfully their return policy is great.

    • @steve8803
      @steve8803 6 місяців тому

      @@dewjustin I have a '22 WRX 6mt, and I love my tuxmats! Weathertech is garbage in comparison.

    • @dewjustin
      @dewjustin 6 місяців тому +3

      @@steve8803 have fun with the squeaking and squishing of the mat every time you clutch in bud, what a nightmare.

    • @ryantyniec1081
      @ryantyniec1081 6 місяців тому +1

      ​@@dewjustinfunny I had a similar problem with my 2023 civic sport 6MT. The mats came with a bunch of plastic+Velcro clips that I used to better secure the mat, and I got it so the clutch pedal didn't rub at all. I might have gotten lucky but yeah, had to fiddle with the driver side mat a bit to get it how I wanted. It's been installed for several months now, no issues with rubbing.

  • @natedetailscars
    @natedetailscars 6 місяців тому +455

    That's a lotta beef and cheddar.

    • @daveunknown01
      @daveunknown01 6 місяців тому +6

      It's not that much tbh

    • @FreshYoungDude
      @FreshYoungDude 6 місяців тому +1

      That’s what he said.

    • @Anhedonis
      @Anhedonis 6 місяців тому +3

      That’s why everything in America is getting bigger.

    • @laryking5171
      @laryking5171 6 місяців тому

      @@Anhedonis one v8 sports car in 2024..

    • @Redpepper7376
      @Redpepper7376 6 місяців тому

      That cheese looks horrendous.

  • @mitchotoole9876
    @mitchotoole9876 6 місяців тому +246

    I ended up purchasing a WRX recently and even at the premium trim I don't know what car you can get an awd, turbo, 6 speed for under $35k. I paid $32.5k out the door for mine two months ago. I had my eye on a GR Corolla for a few months but the dealers wanted more than I was willing to pay. I am really happy with my WRX but I think they both seem like great cars overall.

    • @bluesboytyler
      @bluesboytyler 6 місяців тому +18

      It's an absolute steal. Have a 23 premium. Paid around 34.5k, but They weren't offering the deals a year ago that they are today. Absolutely love the car at 10k miles. Had a mishimoto catch can on it for 7k miles, but noticed oil consumption in the colder months. Took it off and the consumption went away. Definitely not worth the trouble if you live anywhere where it gets below freezing. Have heard better things about the IAG AOS, but am just going to leave it stock.

    • @ernesternest815
      @ernesternest815 6 місяців тому +21

      I still have my 04 WRX wagon, coming up on 21 years and 160k miles. Stage 2 tune and still lots of fun. Put winter tires on and she is a blast in snow. Have not had a payment in 17 years. What a great car. Yeas interior sucks compared to now a days. My daily is a 16BRZ.

    • @BDA0531
      @BDA0531 6 місяців тому +15

      Same man. I got a 23' base WRX for 28.5 OTD and it blows away anything in its class in terms of value for the dollar. The GRC looks awesome but its almost 10K more than my car and I dont think its worth that

    • @ragebait988
      @ragebait988 6 місяців тому +5

      Mazda 3?

    • @mitchotoole9876
      @mitchotoole9876 6 місяців тому +15

      @@ragebait988 Mazda 3 with AWD isn't available in 6 speed, at least according to their builder. That spec also starts at 37.5.

  • @busterscrugs
    @busterscrugs 6 місяців тому +80

    Since I installed TuxMats in my vehicle, my T levels have increased by 50%. Thanks Mark!

  • @DuneDee
    @DuneDee 2 місяці тому +8

    I wanted a GR. Like, I really WANTED that car. I saved up $20k to plop down a significant amount on it, thinking I'd find a Circuit Edition for $50k or so and could whittle that down to $30k, something more digestible. But good lord, the dealers here want $55-60k for those cars, and even then it's a mad race to find one. They'd be sold while still in transit. I could find a loaded WRX Premium for $31k here. The difference is absolutely not worth paying almost twice the amount of money for, especially since the GRs are having engine issues now, overheating LSDs, and Toyota is being super wishy-washy about their warranties.

    • @lows6427
      @lows6427 2 місяці тому

      Much better off spending 35K-40K on a C7 corvette

    • @philspaghet
      @philspaghet 15 днів тому +1

      @@lows6427 Maybe but not if you need a 4 door daily

  • @DoubleOSevan
    @DoubleOSevan 6 місяців тому +74

    I own a 2022 Limited WRX with the 6-speed manual. As a car enthusiast who’s gotten used to modifying, tracking, selling, rinse-and-repeating, I find it extremely difficult finding something to replace this pedestrian rally car with. The car I really wanted initially (Type R) has a massive price delta (even at MSRP), and the GR Corolla just didn’t do it for me when I sat in one.
    Aside from the road noise on the highway, the interior is pretty nice (Limited model helps a bit) and nothing comes close for value-for-dollar as a performance/practicality blend vehicle. The driver controls are all intuitive, and although I absolutely HATE the infotainment screen, it plays music better than any of my old Japanese tin cans.
    All in all, it’s a great buy for most folks. I’ve owned and driven quite a few cars for my age, so I may have different expectations and demands from a do-it-all type of car. I still think I’d be happier in a Type R, but I also find it difficult throwing the additional 20k-or-so after taxes to make the switch. The BRZ is also another compelling option, albeit much smaller (less “do-it-all” for potentially more smiles per mile).
    Thanks for reading my monologue. 😅 Love what the geese put out, as always. 🪿

    • @fzr1000981
      @fzr1000981 6 місяців тому

      Enjoy it, I have a 2023 RS3 with APR catback

    • @eppyz
      @eppyz 6 місяців тому +2

      This platform was never rallied by Subaru so technically its not a "rally" platform. Does have the heritage though where the Toyota doesn't. Though Toyota did Rally the Celica in the 80's and the Yaris of recent years, still not the same. The Corolla Hatch is also one of the ugliest cars on the road.

    • @RatBürgerSk8
      @RatBürgerSk8 6 місяців тому

      ​@@eppyzToyota ran a rally prepped version of the E110 Corolla for Group A in the late 90s. As well as the early 80s RWD Corollas ran in group A and N by drivers like Per Eklund.

    • @Leaky-bunghole
      @Leaky-bunghole 6 місяців тому +2

      dude your monologue inspired me

    • @bubbleman2002
      @bubbleman2002 6 місяців тому +2

      @@eppyz "The Corolla hatch is also one of the ugliest cars on the road." I don't want to know what you think the best looking car on the road is, then, because it's probably a Nissan Juke or a Buick Encore.

  • @djsir901
    @djsir901 5 місяців тому +11

    The WRX engine has way more room to add more power and its way more useable. The GR Corolla valve springs start to fail around 325HP and the differential goes into limp mode too easily. The WRX can get to 380HP with very few mods, and it doesn't have any engine or differential issues.

  • @asdpoi121
    @asdpoi121 6 місяців тому +42

    And please do know that we appreciate and value the quality you bring and the time you invest on this.

  • @curtganeles925
    @curtganeles925 6 місяців тому +183

    This is a true cinematic masterpiece

    • @KubuśpuchatekTVN
      @KubuśpuchatekTVN 6 місяців тому +1

      Just wanted to mention that Bridgestone makes the best rubber on market.

    • @EvoraGT430
      @EvoraGT430 6 місяців тому +2

      @@KubuśpuchatekTVN No, that's Michelin's crown for sure.

    • @KubuśpuchatekTVN
      @KubuśpuchatekTVN 6 місяців тому +1

      @@EvoraGT430 The worst brand for motorcycles. I recommend michelin only to polish people.

    • @chetdonovan4904
      @chetdonovan4904 6 місяців тому +1

      First day on the internet?

  • @dannyhamler4912
    @dannyhamler4912 6 місяців тому +154

    Whatever TuxMats paid for that ad, it wasn’t enough.

  • @thegiant17
    @thegiant17 6 місяців тому +123

    This is more or less exactly what Top Gear back in the 2000's said about the WRX vs the Evo, saying exactly what you're saying about the WRX about the WRX, and exactly what you're saying about the GR Corolla about the Evo

    • @SuzukiKid400
      @SuzukiKid400 6 місяців тому +52

      20 years later and the WRX still exists. It has a good formula.

    • @ZackNakazora1
      @ZackNakazora1 6 місяців тому +50

      To this day I can remember Clarkson summary. The Evo is better in every performative way but on the drive home. He finds himself more drawn to the subaru. Best single sentence summary now almost what? 20 years old?

    • @eppyz
      @eppyz 6 місяців тому

      yeah but the Evo is still running with no issues after 20 yrs and the Subaru is on its 3rd motor so yeah.@@ZackNakazora1

    • @In.da.pot.that.some_wap
      @In.da.pot.that.some_wap 6 місяців тому +10

      Well, with mods the Subaru will be better. They tuned a WRX to same HP as GR and it smoked the GR. Could be a little bit of driver.

    • @eppyz
      @eppyz 6 місяців тому

      @@In.da.pot.that.some_wap both are ugly though can't fix that so easily🙄

  • @ocas5230
    @ocas5230 6 місяців тому +60

    OMFG!?! Skip the ad?? Nah let him cook!!
    I had a 16 wrx that i bought new and owned for over 6 years, it was the best car I've ever owned. Had it stage 2 bolt ons with an off the shelf tune, while it wasn't the fastest thing ( couldn't ever take any Infiniti g35/g37 or nissan maxima) it was definately plenty to get you into trouble. Tire setup were pilot sports 4s in the summer and it felt like it was on rails, i never reached the grip limit, and x-ice in the midwest winters and the thing was an absolute tank. After 6 years of ownership it only depreciated $16,000, only mechanical problem i had was the throw out bearing in the clutch fork sticking, had to have 2 clutch replacements under 30k mi. Even though i had been driving manuals for over 10 years. As for practicality one Thanksgiving i placed 4 8' tables and 20 folding chairs in it. The car did everything well, it had personality, it turned into a living thing, the wrx is a truely special car, i genuinely miss it.
    Thanks Mark and Jack and team for the awesome content.

    • @disneyking9889
      @disneyking9889 6 місяців тому +2

      You bring a tear to me eye. Well said....it really is a very special car.

    • @ZACH_95_
      @ZACH_95_ 6 місяців тому +6

      How the fuck was it slower than a maxima? They’re not even fast, my brother has one. Lol

    • @RommyAli
      @RommyAli 6 місяців тому +5

      A '16 stage 2 wrx with bolt ons would put bus lengths on the cars you mentioned.... My fbo is making 420whp, and that's only because I'm trying to save the trans and clutch...

    • @ColeWorldNoSandwich
      @ColeWorldNoSandwich 6 місяців тому

      Had a 2017 premium and lemon lawed it due to the throw out bearing, every cold start would cause the car to squel when pressing and depressing the clutch. Such a shame as I loved the damn car.

    • @Hawk7886
      @Hawk7886 6 місяців тому

      ​@@ColeWorldNoSandwichI have a 2019 and it's on its third throwout bearing. Total crap. Damn I want a GRC so badly.

  • @ohpotatoesandmolasses
    @ohpotatoesandmolasses 6 місяців тому +87

    O'Neil rally school up in NH just bought a new WRX and has been posting videos of them tearing up courses. It looks absurdly capable straight out of the box. Funnnn.

    • @Natedoc808
      @Natedoc808 6 місяців тому +5

      yup, holds the fastest time of everything they've tested by 3 seconds.

    • @ZackNakazora1
      @ZackNakazora1 6 місяців тому +15

      ​@@Natedoc808almost makes the screeching from the "hard core" subie boys seem needless lol subaru knows what they are doing. Much to our jargon

    • @Natedoc808
      @Natedoc808 6 місяців тому +2

      @@ZackNakazora1 never understood the screeching. I love my new WRX, and still love my 02 big eye wagon, but very different machines and loved for different reasons

    • @Hawk7886
      @Hawk7886 6 місяців тому +3

      ​@@ZackNakazora1most of the screeching is about the exterior, because it looks gross as hell

    • @trashbandit2449
      @trashbandit2449 6 місяців тому +2

      ​@@Natedoc808 they haven't really tested anything else capable to rally. Seems like they mostly choose things that would be terrible at rallying, and try them through the course. Which is more entertaining in my opinion

  • @cmagnus7062
    @cmagnus7062 6 місяців тому +89

    Subaru with their whole "Hatchbacks don't sell so we won't make a hatchback WRX" is complete and utter bullshit. Every single car they sell other than the BRZ and Legacy (which is being discontinued this year) is a hatchback. Subaru needs to give the people what they want. The Impreza RS body with the WRX drivetrain.

    • @frankfly1368
      @frankfly1368 6 місяців тому +8

      Flat out facts

    • @rustyshackleford81
      @rustyshackleford81 6 місяців тому +1

      I daily drive a 2006 STi, absolutely would finance a new RS with WRX guts! Been years without a car payment but I'd love them to do a proper RS, they would sell vs the "wrx"

    • @railfanatic1416
      @railfanatic1416 6 місяців тому +1

      On top of that, they brought the wrx sportswagon to mexico this month but not the US

    • @mwiz100
      @mwiz100 6 місяців тому +2

      EXACTLY. If hatches/wagons suck so much then how the hell is the Crosstrek/Outback one of the best selling models for YEARS now? They're honestly delusional and lost the spark. Arguably it all went downhill after 2008 and post 2013/14 was the real nail in the coffin IMO.

    • @StupidGoodProduction
      @StupidGoodProduction 6 місяців тому +4

      I'm glad it's not a hatchback

  • @sparkcorolla2020
    @sparkcorolla2020 6 місяців тому +117

    the ad alone should be emmy nominated for best acting and cinematography 😭😭

  • @gp.5989
    @gp.5989 6 місяців тому +30

    I can't wait to pick up my VB this year. This just confirms I can still have a fun, affordable car that the wife and kids can hop into.

    • @sasquachjl1228
      @sasquachjl1228 6 місяців тому +7

      Dad of 3 checking in here - we love our 24 TR. fits the entire family if needed, my bike in the trunk with seats back etc. You won’t be disappointed

    • @gp.5989
      @gp.5989 6 місяців тому

      ​@sasquachjl1228 thanks for the heads up and glad to hear you're enjoying it.

    • @Localjadedealer
      @Localjadedealer 6 місяців тому

      @@gp.5989Just got my premium for 31k a few days ago. They had 2 24s and 2 23s. Went with the 23 just because of the incentive, can’t beat 1.9 apr and 31k

  • @aroundomaha
    @aroundomaha 6 місяців тому +51

    This is a comparison I had in my head for a practical daily for my BRZ. Awesome timing! Omg the Tuxmat placement rocks!

    • @KuYa_Boi
      @KuYa_Boi 6 місяців тому +1

      My GR Corolla is a great daily for my turbo FRS. Highly recommend it

    • @de5pa1r34
      @de5pa1r34 6 місяців тому +2

      I daily my frs lolll

    • @aroundomaha
      @aroundomaha 6 місяців тому +2

      @@de5pa1r34 I daily the BRZ and love it. But now I live in the mountains and have a 35 mile commute.

    • @KuYa_Boi
      @KuYa_Boi 6 місяців тому +1

      @@de5pa1r34 kinda miss dailying the FRS, but I see clients now and I can't be driving a loud and smelly car 😂

  • @romper4444
    @romper4444 4 місяці тому +3

    Respect brother, never seen actual stock stereo audio testing and Dyno testing AND! non pro vs pro driver track testing all in one performance car review! I've watched thousands of car reviews, as a mechanic these things interest me very much(performance machines of all kinds have pretty much been my life for 30yrs) and this is the most comprehensive and complete review I've ever seen! Props guys SUBSCRIBED!

  • @mstSean
    @mstSean 6 місяців тому +34

    Mark's product placements are simply best in the industry. Turning something I would normally skip into a funny intermission. Keep up the good stuff.

  • @davidrobinson6495
    @davidrobinson6495 6 місяців тому +13

    31 minutes of not comparing… nice.
    Seriously nice reviews for both of these souped up imports.

  • @sentiencepsn2714
    @sentiencepsn2714 6 місяців тому +29

    4:50
    The green house, there’s so much more glass. The visibility is incredible, it feels like an older car.
    Yeah, that really kicks me in the feels. One thing I miss about older cars is amount of light and space given to occupants. Modern cars, by a combination of safety features like side curtain airbags, side crash structures, are inherently darker spaces by design. Modern car designers make this worse by generally picking a dark interior palette. Net result is feeling like you’re sitting in a tiny cave.

    • @289pinto
      @289pinto 6 місяців тому

      Yes well said I agree. Especially the back seats.

    • @bradcomis1066
      @bradcomis1066 6 місяців тому +2

      The big windows is definitely something that the Subaru designers got right! I'm really hoping we see a general move in the industry towards larger windows.

    • @Hawk7886
      @Hawk7886 6 місяців тому +2

      ​@@bradcomis1066you won't, high belt lines and low rooflines will make windows seem smaller. Thick pillars are safety bonuses and full curtain airbags beef them up further.

    • @mikeydude750
      @mikeydude750 6 місяців тому

      @@Hawk7886 Sad, all the safety nannies got their way and drivers have less fun for it

    • @Hawk7886
      @Hawk7886 6 місяців тому +1

      @@mikeydude750 yeah those nannies that hate seeing their loved ones killed in accidents, weird. People with families tend to have their car purchases influenced primarily by safety ratings, and the tests that develop the ratings are constantly getting harder. It wouldn't be such a huge problem if cars were reasonably sized, but there are so many massive trucks and SUVs running around the old style sedan needs to be a tank to survive a collision.

  • @connorpolich5072
    @connorpolich5072 6 місяців тому +24

    Got a laugh out of Mark having to stop himself from saying “a more luxurious experience” when comparing interiors

  • @vlj1133
    @vlj1133 6 місяців тому +71

    The geese taking flight as Mark reprised the Jimmy Page psychodelic sunglasses by the lake scene from The Song Remains the Same movie was just brutally clever.

  • @ks-bg5uk
    @ks-bg5uk 4 місяці тому +2

    I've test driven both the new wrx (limited) and GR. As you can see in the video, there was only a 3 second lap time difference. The GR was superior but the WRX still competed well. Their drag and trap times are very close too. The GR front looks like a base model corolla and the interior seemed cheaper. The WRX sits lower and actually has better interior materials.
    Like the video mentioned, the WRX has better seats (I sat only the LTD). The WRX has more room inside while the GR feels a little cramped. I also like the visibility on the WRX. While the GR feels raw and racy, I felt the ride was too rough for daily driving especially in a city with a lot of potholes. The WRX was more comfortable. In the past, people complained the WRX was too immature. The WRX is now the mature car and there are still complaints that they miss the rawness of the old models. I ended up not buying either of these cars but still enjoyed test driving.
    If you plan to race stock on a track like autocross, the GR is the way to go. But anything else, like daily driving, space, seats, interior, etc, the WRX is superior. I terms of mods, the WRX has the higher ceiling. There's already a national known tuner company in Houston that is making the WRX a 10 second car for under 6k. There have been issues with GR mods including the rear dif overheating and AWD system also overheating (you can google it for more details). If I had to choose, the WRX would be my overall choice.

  • @joshpinchuk7061
    @joshpinchuk7061 6 місяців тому +85

    Can't believe Subaru has never offered the WRX in green .

    • @Loya1ty
      @Loya1ty 6 місяців тому +3

      Ima be wrapping mine green soon lol

    • @joshpinchuk7061
      @joshpinchuk7061 6 місяців тому +4

      @@MrRumcup That's pretty cool, never offered in the US.

    • @mediocreman2
      @mediocreman2 6 місяців тому +5

      Green has usually been reserved for more intelligent car owners.

    • @EUC-lid
      @EUC-lid 6 місяців тому +1

      ⁠@@MrRumcup in the USA we got the 1998 2.5RS (WRX body kit with 2.5L ~160hp naturally aspirated engine) in Acadia Green. They are the unicorns, the rarest of all 2.5RS by an order of magnitude.
      (Our first WRX showed up as the 2002 model year).

    • @buss1205
      @buss1205 6 місяців тому

      @@mediocreman2 orrrr because most shades of green look hideous on cars. oh the irony with your comment lol

  • @SneakySquidSounds
    @SneakySquidSounds 6 місяців тому +90

    The musical was transcending 🤌

    • @NAVY_BROS
      @NAVY_BROS 6 місяців тому

      Gotta love a cover of Supermode's Tell Me Why!

  • @micahstory
    @micahstory 6 місяців тому +79

    That Tuxmat commercial was pure gold.

  • @johnbieri3375
    @johnbieri3375 2 місяці тому +1

    bought a 22 vb base. dyno’d at 253whp then did an intake and 93oct OTS tune and made 306. every dyno is different but the percentage of gain was wild to see. intake noises paired with an axleback make it an amazing daily. just hit 44k miles and i love it

  • @kenkozawa9810
    @kenkozawa9810 6 місяців тому +4

    Still having a blast with my GRC. Everything functions great, I love the engine, surprisingly good handling, decent stick, and perfect size for my needs.

  • @ethereous
    @ethereous 6 місяців тому +37

    8:45 correction here, the WRX is 50:50 split with a viscous coupling with the manual gearbox. The automatic has a slightly more rear-bias split. The old CVT had a 45/55 split, but they may changed it a bit. It's still rear bias.

    • @alamsas2
      @alamsas2 6 місяців тому

      Was that for the VB? I remember the VAs being 45/55 for the MT and 40/60 for the CVT.

    • @-.__.__.-Rad
      @-.__.__.-Rad 6 місяців тому

      Funny how that rear bias works when tested 24:50

    • @SVXtasy_
      @SVXtasy_ 6 місяців тому

      60/40 cvt

    • @pabloromo3921
      @pabloromo3921 6 місяців тому

      45/55 cvt with rear bias. However the GT has VTD variable torque distribution. So it can send more to the rear , more than 55%

    • @nogerboher5266
      @nogerboher5266 6 місяців тому +1

      Yaris GRMN would smoke all of these... You guys need to see what Rally drivers have been doing with the 2024 Yaris, they have been pulling off some really CRAZY times and even setting some new world record times for a lot of stages... It's crazy how that little shitbox performs in WRC!

  • @ryanbrown5727
    @ryanbrown5727 6 місяців тому +6

    I'd really like to see a video comparing the GR Corolla and the GR Yaris! If that's something you can make happen I'd be so stoked!

  • @lancegoetz9775
    @lancegoetz9775 2 місяці тому +2

    The GR would be a great daily, but they seem to have a problem of burning down on the side of a highway, and Toyota doesn't seem interested in figuring out why, or warranty them because they went over 85 mph in the computer data. They resolve this issue it is a great value

  • @nickscapellato8248
    @nickscapellato8248 6 місяців тому +15

    Just wanted to thank you guys for the awesome videos. Keep up the amazing work!

  • @toddallison4390
    @toddallison4390 6 місяців тому +3

    Great video! Excellent tuxmat ad placement!
    This reminds me of the Evo vs STi comparison of the 2003-2006 timeframe where one was more brutish, and one more edgy.
    I keep hearing ppl compare the GRC to the STi hatch, but the hatch is really where the comparison stops. It delivers powers more like the EVO and I love it!
    Having owned both an 05 STi and and 06 EVO 9 I traded the STi for the EVO and one was more a hatchet and the other more a scalpel in the way it delivered power and handling.

  • @ZONE3965
    @ZONE3965 6 місяців тому +3

    I actually took a gamble on the potenza race before any reviews came out and I love them. (2022 Veloster N)

  • @trigganometry168
    @trigganometry168 6 місяців тому +2

    I love the the small hatchback formula. My first car was a 1988 Honda CRX si and 2nd car a 1993 Civic hatchback vx. And my next daily will be the 2024 GR Corolla Circuit.

  • @bryanjm424
    @bryanjm424 6 місяців тому +22

    The WRX hatch didn't sell well?! It was over 50% of WRX sales, and now 100% of Impreza sales

    • @Keith-e5f
      @Keith-e5f 5 місяців тому +3

      It's not on an Impreza platform

    • @ViaticalTree
      @ViaticalTree 28 днів тому

      Isn’t the Impreza only available as a hatchback?

  • @brianklamer3328
    @brianklamer3328 6 місяців тому +2

    Have never driven either, but know several men who owned WRX and modified them. They all moved on to the a Honda Civic STI or R whatever you call it. I'd go with the GR Corolla just because of Toyota build quality and long term reliability.

  • @shawnpitchford777
    @shawnpitchford777 3 місяці тому +3

    If you look at the potential when you tune, the wrx blows everything out of the water. They made a brillant engine capable of excess of 600 horses. Just with stage 1, i believe you get up to almost 300 hp.

    • @philspaghet
      @philspaghet 3 місяці тому

      DO you know if you can safely raise the RPM to 7000rpm? 6000 is way too freaking low for me

  • @tonysterbenc
    @tonysterbenc 6 місяців тому +19

    OMG. Only Savagegeese does an embedded commercial even better than the program.

  • @jonfklein
    @jonfklein 5 місяців тому +2

    I like that you had professional driver test the cars and give his thoughts. That was the best part of the video.

  • @HondacivictypeR777
    @HondacivictypeR777 6 місяців тому +6

    I have a Type R and my co worker just bought a circuit GR Corolla, it’s such a beautiful car in person Japanese style, reliability and fun!

  • @jeffreymoore4132
    @jeffreymoore4132 6 місяців тому +5

    Got some tuxmats for my 02 S2000 thanks to yall. Sadly, there are zero solutions to replace the OEM carpet.

  • @Rfk1966
    @Rfk1966 6 місяців тому +3

    That was the first time I haven’t skipped an in-video advert. Nicely done

  • @FloatingWeeds2
    @FloatingWeeds2 6 місяців тому +6

    Your branded digital content Tuxmat ad was legitimately so well produced I didn't skip. Congrats on expanding the business tastefully. Appreciate ya

  • @MrTrollin86
    @MrTrollin86 6 місяців тому +8

    Without question, the best infomercial I've ever experienced for any brand. You made me cry. That was incredible!

  • @RobHTech
    @RobHTech 6 місяців тому +3

    It has max 12 lb boost, but after 2 years, I can tell you that except in 1rst gear, it rarely boosts over about 9 lbs. It sucks when pulling in 3rd/4th/5th because it never maxes out the power. I would get a tune to fix that, but what's the point? Just trade it in for a BMW or something else already properly tuned.

  • @anthonyng3014
    @anthonyng3014 6 місяців тому +8

    Great comparison. I really appreciate how you guys focused on what's most important for cars, which is performance and comfort. So many other "youtubers" *ahem car salesmen* drone on and on about small insignificants such as the infotainment, LED lights, how nice the dashboard feels. How many people stroke their dashboards on a daily basis or really care what technology produces their turn signals? You guys do mention those things but in such a non-intrusive way, just the way it should be.
    One thing that surprised me is how little power the GR Corolla made. On paper, it should blow the WRX away with 300hp but on the dyno it proved otherwise. Very interesting. Makes me wonder what the Civic type R would make on the same dyno.

    • @DM72513
      @DM72513 6 місяців тому +1

      Well it is faster to 60 by .5 to a full second based on testing. Also faster in the 1/4 mile by .5 a second. It’s mostly down to weight and power delivery.

  • @denshidirect3182
    @denshidirect3182 6 місяців тому +54

    The Tuxmat portion was brilliant, lol!

  • @thor294
    @thor294 6 місяців тому +15

    It only took Subaru 20 years to figure out proper tuning. Great review as usual

    • @06wrxRAR
      @06wrxRAR 4 дні тому +1

      nah, they are made lean to save fuel. but the engines run a risk of overheating and breaking down prematurely. cold air intakes make it worse.

  • @dnice362
    @dnice362 6 місяців тому +1

    These boys and redline reviews I find the best at reviews, straight to the point no fussing around, and straight to the point, honest opinion. If you want some entertainment then throttle house but these boys are number one followed by redline. Excellent video once again, well done

  • @jeremyjmontoya
    @jeremyjmontoya 6 місяців тому +26

    So the corrrola claims 300bhp and the wrx claims 271 bhp. The dyno says differently.

    • @RiptideOnTop
      @RiptideOnTop 6 місяців тому +3

      That’s the engine hp, dynos test how much is actually being delivered to the wheels

    • @ColeWorldNoSandwich
      @ColeWorldNoSandwich 6 місяців тому +16

      ​@RiptideOnTop I'm pretty sure he knows that therefore he said bhp, what he's trying to convey is Toyota is either over inflating their numbers or Subaru is underrating theirs, something ain't adding up.

    • @pauliewalnuts240
      @pauliewalnuts240 6 місяців тому +1

      Dyno graphs are available online and they confirm the manufacturer claimed power figures for both to be accurate.

    • @nogerboher5266
      @nogerboher5266 6 місяців тому

      Yaris GRMN would smoke all of these... You guys need to see what Rally drivers have been doing with the 2024 Yaris, they have been pulling off some really CRAZY times and even setting some new world record times for a lot of stages... It's crazy how that little shitbox performs in WRC!

  • @mathinflames
    @mathinflames 6 місяців тому +1

    This is probably one of the best production video I've seen. I mean, the Hagerty videos with Jason Cammisa are astonishing but review wise, you guys are the best out there.

  • @ElapsusRealitate
    @ElapsusRealitate 6 місяців тому +7

    Excellent comparison. Subaru missed an opportunity here, not putting the STI trans/diffs in, and not running a track pad.
    I chose the WRX: I got it when I wanted it, at invoice, with no haggling. And here's the kicker for me: I wanted great visibility, comfortable for 4 adults, AND capability. I can tune out the chassis later if I choose to race, or swap in an STI transmission. I can't make the car bigger, or less cramped. And that's what drove me away from the GRC to the WRX.

  • @jerrybarrax5618
    @jerrybarrax5618 6 місяців тому +2

    Only SG can make embedded sponsor plugs as entertaining as the rest of the video. Brilliant!

  • @NsteveA
    @NsteveA 6 місяців тому +3

    Thank you TuxMat! You've reunited we with my estranged father.

  • @ryanbrown5727
    @ryanbrown5727 6 місяців тому +4

    You guys have quickly become one of my favorite UA-cam pages! Appreciate all you do!

  • @liquidwombat
    @liquidwombat 4 місяці тому +1

    I own a VB and have driven a GR on track and on the road. My take: if it's a track car GR all day. if it's your daily, the WRX is unquestionably the better choice

  • @PsychoCPU
    @PsychoCPU 6 місяців тому +5

    I have a 2021 WRX and just about all the points about the VB are the reason I won't be trading in for a VB. The character of the FA20 is similar to the 1.6 in the GR, peaky boost and stronger torque hit makes it more aggressive at corner exit without having to be in higher RPM. Other than the brakes, every other issue is a cost that is incurred no matter what. I've already rebuilt all the shifter components, new billet short throw shift plate, solid bushings and shift stops, slightly stiffer suspension components. With a slightly better intercooler and a very mild tune the VA WRX is incredibly competent and I spent a fraction of the cost of a TR. Also I'll take the older infotainment in the previous gen to the horrid system Subaru is using in everything now.

    • @enmass90
      @enmass90 6 місяців тому

      Why would you trade in a late MY VA for a VB anyway? Your car is only 3 years old.

    • @PsychoCPU
      @PsychoCPU 6 місяців тому

      @@enmass90 you keep max trade in value if you trade in while miles are still low and it's still relatively new.

    • @enmass90
      @enmass90 6 місяців тому

      @@PsychoCPU Yeah but the depreciation curve is steepest within the first 3-5 years. Especially when you consider the tacked on costs comprised of taxes and fees.
      If you would like to swap cars relatively often it may make more sense to lease if you can get a low money factor. You won’t get the full brunt of taxes and you’ll know exactly how much depreciation you’ll be paying for up front.

    • @BDA0531
      @BDA0531 6 місяців тому

      TR doesnt make sense at its price. Luckily, most dealers are selling below MSRP so that helps. WRXs only makes sense in lower trims imo. My base infotainment has literally never gave me issues but I admit the VA interior layout is more cohesive

  • @tobywonkinoby8916
    @tobywonkinoby8916 6 місяців тому +2

    This video has incredible production quality. I loved your old videos but these new videos are next level. Big props to you guys.

  • @bbb4019
    @bbb4019 6 місяців тому +18

    I ordered two sets of tux mats after watching. One set for my GRC. One set for wife to use as a diaper changing mat. . .Happy Mother’s Day!

    • @tomrakusan1179
      @tomrakusan1179 6 місяців тому

      Best mats on the market…….

    • @ag4allgood
      @ag4allgood 6 місяців тому

      Quite the difference from the Beef N Cheddar's Mark was wolfing down. 1st time I've heard of Tux Mats because WeatherTechs were always my go to.

  • @Nunyobidne55
    @Nunyobidne55 6 місяців тому +2

    That shot at 4:20 was pretty amazing….despite the satire….those geese flying in front of the goose….amazing

  • @brandonpreston84
    @brandonpreston84 6 місяців тому +8

    Watching one of the your videos for the first in a long time and coming across this TuxMat and Arby's commercial is hilarious.

  • @ismael5755
    @ismael5755 6 місяців тому +2

    I love my 2022 wrx. Great video. I suggest test driving both of them. Heads up seeing a VB in person is much different than pictures or videos

  • @chrish8487
    @chrish8487 6 місяців тому +6

    We traded our '18 Civic SI with 82k miles for a '23 base WRX and we paid 29k and got 16k for the Civic. I absolutely love the WRX, the fa24f is extremely smooth, it's a blast to launch, great visibility, spacious enough for the family and it handles very well. The MPG isn't anywhere as good as the Civic SI, but otherwise we are very happy.

    • @g78912
      @g78912 6 місяців тому

      Just got my ‘24 Limited. I’m a pretty new manual driver, how do you launch it?

    • @chrish8487
      @chrish8487 6 місяців тому

      @g78912 I would recommend starting at 3k RPM, getting used to slipping the clutch while feeding the gas, and then gradually going up by 500 RPM. The hardest I have launched my car was 5k RPM, and the redline comes up really fast. You can do 6k launches, but it will eventually damage your clutch and drive train. Good luck 👍!

  • @TheCloser1
    @TheCloser1 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for providing some of the best automotive content on a platform where I can watch it for free. Props

  • @peterroberts4415
    @peterroberts4415 6 місяців тому +9

    That Tuxmat commercial was Old Spice levels of hilarious

  • @TrojanRabbit521
    @TrojanRabbit521 6 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for this comparison match up. I always check your reviews before purchasing because you guys are no BS straight shooters. Luckily for us you add humor especially for advertising. The Tuxmats was truly a gem with the song! Thanks Savagegeese!

  • @aos-archive
    @aos-archive 6 місяців тому +5

    About a month ago you dish out the Aprils Fools thing... and now we have this Tux mat ad.
    Excellent work. Appreciate the length you go to for these bits.

  • @Josh-cw8by
    @Josh-cw8by 6 місяців тому +2

    If the Corolla has fewer cylinders, does that mean grip is increased because there's isn't as many power pulses on the tires? It's a factor for motorcycles, but I'm not sure if it applies to cars.

  • @junitoortega8656
    @junitoortega8656 6 місяців тому +8

    TuxMats are officially the DBrand from the car world! Every channel has a funny skit for them!

  • @mhb450
    @mhb450 6 місяців тому +1

    Seriously…that Tuxxmats ad was awesome and I will buy from them because of it. Done.

  • @CTR_Dan
    @CTR_Dan 6 місяців тому +5

    The savagegeese leader board is very impressive 👏

  • @theaudiovisualfactory1315
    @theaudiovisualfactory1315 Місяць тому +1

    Great review, first one I see with an audio testing inside the car

  • @goatmonkey2112
    @goatmonkey2112 6 місяців тому +6

    In this comparison, it all comes down to which car has the TuxMats.

  • @gregs3247
    @gregs3247 6 місяців тому +1

    Awesome video, as always. I especially like that I have driven these cars and know people who own them, and they are within reach. It's fun to see "exotics" tested but really appreciate the more affordable cars being tested as well.

  • @bryantcurtis2573
    @bryantcurtis2573 6 місяців тому +7

    That Tuxmat ad was awesome! Love this channel.

  • @matthewwain9958
    @matthewwain9958 6 місяців тому +1

    Finally, the video we needed. TR is still just a perf package. It needed a better tune, because the engine is so under-tuned it's ridiculous. And I would agree with that initial statement, the Corolla GR is a real hot hatch, where the WRX is a slightly sportified sedan. I own a VB WRX, but have owned a lot of hot hatches in England and the USA.. so the GR is just natural territory for me in what I see them achieving. Long story short VB is warm sedan, whilst GR is a hot hatch.

  • @bt9765
    @bt9765 6 місяців тому +37

    The GRC is still sold at markup because many Toyota dealerships are awful. With that in mind, the WRX is the better buy. Toyota…fix your dealer network, please.

    • @camarogoskrrrt3534
      @camarogoskrrrt3534 6 місяців тому +5

      Depends on where you buy. I got zero markup.

    • @cajunotaku3256
      @cajunotaku3256 6 місяців тому +1

      You can get a GR Corolla for MSRP here in New Orleans.

    • @ytj22
      @ytj22 6 місяців тому +1

      ​@@cajunotaku3256How long is the wait?

    • @cajunotaku3256
      @cajunotaku3256 6 місяців тому +5

      @@ytj22 they had two on the lot and one in the showroom back in February for MSRP.

    • @ronincustomz
      @ronincustomz 6 місяців тому +3

      That was just when it debut in 2023. Now you can easily find one for msrp. I did.

  • @yoltsbp
    @yoltsbp 3 місяці тому +1

    Only problem with the Corolla is the motors are popping at 350whp and requires full bolt ons. You can make way more than that safely with the wrx and all you need is a intake and run e30

  • @blackcow8114
    @blackcow8114 6 місяців тому +31

    god damn that green corolla looks amazing

    • @billiam247
      @billiam247 6 місяців тому

      IIRC, it's a wrap.

    • @Toyota4Life
      @Toyota4Life 6 місяців тому +1

      @@billiam247 it still looks good what’s your point

    • @billiam247
      @billiam247 6 місяців тому +19

      @@Toyota4Life never said it didn't look good. If someone didn't know that's not a factory color they'd be very disappointed if they were ready to stroll into their local Toyota dealership looking for a green GR Corolla.
      What's your point, jagoff?

    • @leospaceman2976
      @leospaceman2976 6 місяців тому

      Keep going you two 😂

    • @mengx94
      @mengx94 6 місяців тому

      About the only positive it seems to these guys

  • @jnichols959
    @jnichols959 6 місяців тому +1

    I'll watch an SUV review from these guys because they're that good. But this comparison is right up my alley so I was surprised that the tuxmat ad was even better than the comparison 👏

  • @AmericanDuck
    @AmericanDuck 6 місяців тому +9

    So it’s hard to want either of these. I’m glad I have an MX-5. I just want another 50hp.

    • @David_Journey
      @David_Journey 6 місяців тому +1

      50 hp without more tires, suspension and break tuning will just lead to spoiled balance on such a fine car as mx5 is…

    • @AmericanDuck
      @AmericanDuck 6 місяців тому +3

      @@David_Journey out of the box the MX-5 needs help. It was dancing around on the highway with a poor stock alignment and the body roll was comical. I’ve already put a new set of springs, lowered it a couple inches, added adjustable dampers on it, and changed the alignment to a tighter response. It does really beg for just a bit more mid-range torque. The brakes are great after some different pads and fluid. No big break kit is needed unless you track it. Tires on a car like this are already very good. Perhaps going an inch wider is all you really need. People supercharge the engine all the time and don’t have to make major modifications. I just think it just needs about 230hp and it would be in the sweet spot any more and it’s overpowered.

    • @David_Journey
      @David_Journey 6 місяців тому +2

      @@AmericanDuck that body roll is welcome on real world back roads with potholes and imperfection. It is a perfect daily driver

    • @AmericanDuck
      @AmericanDuck 6 місяців тому +3

      @@David_Journey yes I already know how it drove stock. I own the car. I live in San Diego and it’s full of canyon back roads and sketchy surfaces. I daily my car and do runs with my Miata club. So it lives a full life. I’m telling you now that in stock form it needs some minor adjustments to make it better. That body roll is scary in some corners and the shocks are way too soft. You can pitch the car into oversteer very easily on a double S curve. The car is under sprung. If you don’t drive on very curvy roads and drive on well maintained roads like at less than 50% then stock is a peach, except on the highway. Stock alignment provides an unsteady amount of play in the wheel and it tends to feel a bit darty above 60mph. Especially concrete freeway. If you drive with any kind of spirit, then you need it more focused. It only took about $2k installed to make it drive so much better and there is zero body roll. It’s like a go-cart and it soaks up bumpy pavement much better with some quality dampers like the Konis I have installed that only takes a few moments to set from racing to smooth before you go driving. In stock form, the body roll is there so you get the feeling of speed without actually going fast. I guess we will call it personal preference. I do guarantee that with equal tires I will outpace any stock Miata and feel less stress doing it. Now that extra HP I’m asking for would be great with a club edition and some actual stiffer springs.

  • @je_suis_le_vent
    @je_suis_le_vent 6 місяців тому +2

    This is the Arby's beef montage / auto review mashup I've been waiting my whole entire life for.

  • @iamrobbieb
    @iamrobbieb 6 місяців тому +5

    Absolutely love my GR. The shifter feel is amazing. Like it better than my 2020 911 manual 🔥

  • @christophernovak8068
    @christophernovak8068 6 місяців тому +2

    This video was excellent. You guys have consistently upped your quality and content. I look forward to each video and look forward to the future with the savage cobra chickens

  • @o0mrrobot0o26
    @o0mrrobot0o26 6 місяців тому +3

    That tux mats promo is the first time in my life I've ever thrown up from a youtube video. Impressive. Truly breathtaking...

  • @liberaceboiithe3rd5
    @liberaceboiithe3rd5 6 місяців тому +1

    Legitimately the best mid-video advertisement I’ve ever seen 😂
    Will be looking at Tuxmats for my ‘25 Camry now lmao

  • @dneault333
    @dneault333 3 місяці тому +6

    Does the WRX void it's warranty if you drive it over 85 mph, like the GR ?

    • @caimano55
      @caimano55 Місяць тому +1

      Only if you do that in reverse

  • @donstaramos
    @donstaramos 6 місяців тому +1

    the suspension hasnt bothered me once while daily driving my GR corolla. I really dont agree with the not being comfortable comments.

  • @tracewaybos
    @tracewaybos 6 місяців тому +14

    Arby's marketing team needs to give you a call.

  • @billshoe22191
    @billshoe22191 6 місяців тому +1

    You guys easily do the best comparisons. Greatly appreciated. Keep up the amazing work!

  • @williamlong2682
    @williamlong2682 6 місяців тому +7

    Someone nominate this distinguished, esteemed gentlemen for a Grammy, please

  • @evanscott6033
    @evanscott6033 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for the fantastic quality content and honest opinions. Truly a rare find in this ever growing tech landscape dominanted by marketing culture.

  • @jonathanchai465
    @jonathanchai465 6 місяців тому +7

    Honestly, that tuxmat ad was an A+ transition

  • @apwurst
    @apwurst 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you guys for making these videos! The TuxMat ad was priceless ❣️

  • @ShadowBend
    @ShadowBend 6 місяців тому +3

    That green on the GR is really nice. I do wish they had more color options. I'm considering a premium version but can't get that in blue.

    • @fortheloveofnoise
      @fortheloveofnoise 6 місяців тому

      If you can afford a new car you can afford a repaint...that being said, yes....Toyota needs more color options on their sports cars. I just repainted my car myself.

    • @ShadowBend
      @ShadowBend 6 місяців тому

      @@fortheloveofnoise Sure a $10k+ repaint... A wrap is certainly an option but even those get pricey.