2020 Subaru WRX Vs 2020 Subaru WRX STI: Should You Pay $10,000 More For The STI???
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- Опубліковано 7 лип 2024
- Today I compare the 2020 WRX to the 2020 STI!
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I'd say if you plan on tracking it, STI. If you plan on daily driving it WRX. Sti gives you 18in wheels and brembo brakes w a 30 year old engine. There's a better 6 speed transmission as well and better cornering ability due to the added LSD. If that stuff is worth 10k to you then get the STI. If you want a new motor with direct injection that's turbo charged and still gets 30 mpg on the highway go with the WRX. You can take the 10k put it into performance upgrades and have a 350hp/330tq car for the same price as the STI ( probably cheaper than that). The only thing holding the wrx back is the lack of LSD and the transmission. In my opinion the WRX has the better engine, especially for daily driving.
Yes I agree completely, FA20 is far superior then EJ25. However the STI’s chassis is better. For daily driving WRX all day. For track use I’d get STI. And if you can comfortably afford it
I think you also have to consider the steering racks. The STI has a superior hydraulic power steering rack, as compared to the STI's electronic power steering. Much better steering feel and response in the STI.
Owned a 2021 wrx for a year and tried to justify it but still my heart wanted an STI. Sold my WRX and bought an STI.
The only thing that I don't like about the STI is the Fuel economy.
but
-Lime Green/yellow brembos(the money you saved on a wrx you'll buy big brakes anyway so you'll spend the money)
-Very responsive hydraulic stearing(find a shop to transplant a hydraulic stearing on your wrx more money again)
-Beefy transmission (the wrx trans feels like rowing a stick compared to the sti)
-The most famous 4 cylinder rumbling engine (every 4 cylinder turbo almost sounds the same except for the S2k but that's non turbo)
-That huge wing (I drilled holes on my wrx to get an STI wing because it completes the rear end of the VA IMO)
-Better OEM suspension(buy I changed it anyway)
-Diff Controller
-Cool Red Seat Belt
-Apex predator of Subaru food chain
And my insurance just went up by $8 a month LOL
Yes. The answer is yes. I bought a wrx and traded it 2 years later. This is very common.
If you can afford it, yes get the STI. If you can't afford it now, save up and wait until you can. If you get the WRX, you will might find yourself spending more than $10k trying to make it an STI. I bought the 2019 STI almost a year ago and I have no regrets.
It really doesn't take much to make a WRX faster than an STI. FA>EJ
@@chriswilson1968 yeah true, but its not all about speed. there is a big difference in terms of driving feel of how much better the sti drives than the wrx. just about everything is better.
@@chriswilson1968 Listen to the sound of the FA lol
@@todapower82 Most of which is only really noticeable and a difference maker on the track not during regular driving on the roads.
@@thedon9670 We care about efficiency not the sound lol It just sounds like the same old 15 year old out dated motor.
Oh Mr Hardy you are spoiling me with all of these Subie Videos!!!!!!
Redlion 702 🤣👍🏻
Just bought a 2020 STI a month ago. If you have the extra money and you are not worried about buying more gas, hands down get the STI. Rock solid transmission, port injected, and updated EJ motor. Soon it’ll be gone from the market completely. If you don’t like it after driving it for a year, you can always trade it in and get the new generation model.
TheU2bstud I agree
TheU2bstud I bought the 2019 STI and I agree. STI all the way. If you don't like it, you can always find a buyer for it, especially since cars like it are going extinct.
Both the WRX and the STI look really, really good in the Series White (ceramic white paint).
You mean the pearl white? Yeah, is nice. Have been eyeing a 2020 white sti.
But I plan on adding black carbon fiber pieces to it.
I got a 2019 wrx limited it has the Harmon kardon sound system and leather seats and it has the push start i got to push the clutch in to start it not the brake the only problem is the rev hang but people say a quick stage 1 tune will take that away
Why is this even being questioned ??? If you have the money buy a top of the line STI .. otherwise go for the WRX .. both are absolutely amazing cars .. simple
What so you mean the S209...? Over price for what you are just getting. And the S209 wing makes it look even ricer. That wing is a joke.
The video's purpose is educational to show the difference between the two models.
stupid answer. not everyone will benefit from an STI. not everyone needs it so why spend extra money?
Is there any paint protection film in front of the rear wheels? It looks like that area might get hit by road debris kicked up by the front tires.
The Brembos alone are half of he cost difference, and the transmissions are worlds apart. I started with a WRX hatch (EJ motor) and I am now on my 3rd STi. I would never consider going back. I currently have a Stage 2, pro tuned, 2017 STi limited, without the wing, and my sister has a 2018 WRX limited, with only an axle back exhaust, and we both autocross. Even with none of the upgrades, her car is not really much slower, on the "autocross track" (tires, suspension, & driver make the most difference in AC), but her brakes and transmission feel like crap in comparison. Plus, launching the STi feels safe, and amazing, where as you are just waiting for WRX transmission to explode. Oh, and you cannot adjust the power bias to the rear, and that is noticeable on the track, and during launches. If you plan on "driving" the car at all, and you can afford it, do yourself a favor and get the STi. The brembos, transmission, and differential control more than make up the difference in cost.
I bought a 2017 WRX kept it for 2 years and trade in for a 2019 STI.
For me the STI is wort the money 100%
Preparation H LMFAO same bro, 2017 wrx to a 2020 sti , worth every single penny, whole different car😭🤤🤤🤤
Looking to trade in my 2019 wrx for a 2020 sti, any tips ?
@@KareemKayy Its not really tho lol They are very close, WRX is actually a much better value and has the better FA motor. A few bolt ons and you are faster than an STI. Its really not worth the extra 10k plus the more expensive insurance and spend way more in gas. If its your daily driver its a no brainer, WRX all day.
Chris Wilson that's what wrx owners say, but the sti is , you get a fully upgraded interior , blacked out red leather, burgundy seatbelts , upgraded system, short shifter, sport button, stiffer suspension, better handling, bigger wheels , 4X larger breaks, lime green ones at that , stronger transmission , bigger motor, rumble,the badge, the respect...when i got my wrx i felt like it was missing something, don't get me wrong i modified mine to 347whp/418wtq, but i just much much more fun w the sti, i felt more comfortable with not modifying it, the rumble and wing was enough, brakes and 19" inch wheels were a bonus, and even driving this car i felt less scared than i did when driving the wrx,it felt more risky.... we all have our personal preference but to me i'm glad i got the wrx, it was a great fun car that gave me tons of memories, but it was abt time to upgrade to the big dog...and i think every wrx owner needs to eventually jump to an sti to fully understand how great of a car an sti is:)
Brandon Stewart i would say all u need is a catback exhaust...me personally i just have that and i'm gab add an apr wing and lower it...this is gonna be my show car idc for speed, u don't need it w an sti, u get loads of positive attention just for having one
The diff controls sell me to the sti and how sexc it is the wrx still 🔥 dough both are my favorite cars rn but the sti just better overall becasue it’s expensive
very well made video. just wished you could talk a bit more on the performance side for both models
Maninder Sandhu let me put links to the reviews I did on each for you, so you can see the performance
@@BenHardyCars thanks, much appreciated
Good review
2000$ more with upgraded exhaust and access port and you will get 30 mpg and keep up with sti all day I have 2019 WRX stage 2 and it's an amazing car
@Anton Dutch if you can afford 10k more of course it's a better car duh I didn't say anything about it being a bad car but for the money power wise if that's what you want the wrx will keep up with the sti.. if you had a stage 2 wrx you would know this.
Trying to keep up with an STi by voiding your warranty? You're a smart guy.
@@thedon9670 lol like you didn't void your warranty by getting an access port.. and it is smart the factory tune sucks but comes alive with the port. and it wasn't my goal to keep up with sti it was just what happens when you own a subaru wrx or sti pursuit of more boost.
@Anton Dutch Wrong. Unless youre on the track the STI makes no sense. You dont really take advantage of the extra performance during regular driving. The old ass out dated EJ motor is not nearly as efficient as the FA, the amount you spend on gas is sickening. Thats not even talking about the $600 payments and the insurance. In most cases the WRX is the way to go. Also everyone knows the 18 WRX was almost a second slower you bought the wrong year. Also the wheels on the 2020 STi look like dog shit.
@@thedon9670 9/10 times no one even uses the warranty before it expires lol voiding it really isn't a big deal. Especially if you mod and tune it right and arent dogging the hell out of it you are usually totally fine. People make way too big of a deal about voiding the warranty lol Also unless a mod is discovered to be directly the cause of the failure than it might not even get denied. Any mod at all doesn't automatically mean completely voided warranty.
Fantastic review, when you don't even drive them lul
It seemed like you were in a rush. You glossed over or didn't mention most of the differences between them. For example, you mentioned brake caliper color, but not the fact that the brakes are entirely different. You mentioned you liked the STI steering wheel, but didn't mention that the STI uses different perforated leather. You didn't mention the limited slip differentials in the STI or really any of the mechanical differences. These are what you pay for in an STI, not the wing and red seatbelts...
I bought a 2021 wrx, and the only thing I regret is the wing, red brakes, red seats & seatbelts 😅🤣
Title says sti is "10k" more, video says ist only 5k more
Wrx for Gas Sti for power. I wanna trade my wrx for a sti
Keeping the throttle light I was about to get 25mph highway on my 18 sti
@Roy M. mpg lol sorry
I’ll if you fully know all details but vents Are fully functional and slot of stuff you missed man other than that great rapidly pushed bud 👍
Is that a premium or limited wrx?
does it have a map light?
Unless you are pushing the orange F150 which really clashes with the pair, you should let it out of the camera next time. Just suggesting
I bought the 2020 wingless STI premium back in Novemb, I have never been more happy with a vehicle purchase.
sti needs an updated engine. ej has been old faithful but the new fa is a pretty good value.
@Anton Dutch the FA?
@@HayWoodJobLoMe I believe that’s the engine of the wrx
@@Teebxv i know what the FA is, idk what i was replying to as its not there now.
Depends what you’re going to use it for and what your end goals are. Either is a win. If you don’t plan on modding for awhile or ever, STi is great out of the box and you’ll keep your warranty for when that ej hiccups. If you plan on making a solid daily driver and don’t care about the warranty, WRX is the better route imo because it costs less which leaves room for personalizing and could very well be just as if not still more reliable than the STi. 🤷🏻♂️
subie. ja too bad the trans is paper
Andrew Lincoln and the EJ isn’t? 🤥
subie. ja can’t even hold you on that you right
I bought the a new wrx in 2017 (2018 model) couldn't justify an extra 10k for the sti for day to day traffic.. Never done a track day and tend not to customise my cars. But next year the new sti is rumoured to have a big power upgrade so maybe.
This aged like fine milk
OH NO. what do you plan to do now?
@@midnightpurple555 maybe just the new 2022 wrx, I'll wait until I see one with my own eyes.
I dunno about anyone else, but bigger is ALWAYS better.
Well played lol
“It’s got red seat belts! HUGE PLUS!”
“Brake calipers are red, HUGE PLUS”
Jesus who cares. For $10k no thanks.
Then with the WRX it has a sunroof and you don’t even say much. That’s a bigger deal than red seat belts or brakes.
Of course you pick the ancient STI. Shocker.
Are they the same boot profile except for the wing
In other words, if you just removed the wing is the boot the same as a wing delete/normal WRX
Richard Nixon yeah
My 2020 WRX is awesome. Would NOT trade it for an STI. #SubieGang
I have a 2019 Impreza sport I bought from you guys, really considering trading it in for a WRX😭
synthiuh worth it
Might have to come in and talk with you guys about trading it in... don’t tempt me Ben!!😭
@@synthiuh enjoy the nice mpg's and wait for the 2021 refresh
U better buy Honda
@Ty Ty lmao jesus slow down ricky
Why does the STI not have fog lights wtf?!?
i mean subaru was nice enough to break it down for you, they both can be used for drag racing but people buy the sti to take it to the track and get 1300-1400hp out of that EJ25, and the FA20 is on there way to getting over 1000whp out of those too… but clearly 1 is better for daily driving
1000whp out of the FA20 would require replacing everything to the point that you’re fully swapping the engine and drivetrain
@@Bob-jn8gt they are making new technology & parts right now so that people can run 1000whp cus the fa20 are way more reliable than the Ej25
@@josiahbutler2254 I have a stock FA engine plus flex fuel, intake, down pipe, ebcs, and a custom tune. I get about 320whp and 310 wtq at 50% ethanol. Any more and I’d need forged internals. It’s way more fun than stock but I’d have to spend at least $7k if I wanted to go over 400whp reliably. Drivetrain on the stock STI is much more robust
@@Bob-jn8gt it is much more robust but look up the 800whp fa20
I chose WRX premium , it’s ice silver . I love it ,$10,000 less than STI and no turbo lag and newer engine . 💯💯💯💯
Leonel Ramirez my 2019 barley has rev hang and holds power till 8k . I don’t have those issues
Nick Chavez *and keeping up with a Camry from a roll
@@midnightquest9758 Keep telling yourself that bud. You're only fooling yourself.
And no brembos
@@iToxicTritton I have an STI now I was wrong it’s totally worth the extra 10k
Fuel economy on the sti is like a modern v8.... only it’s a flat 4 that’s old as hell.
kinda sad we couldn ear sound ...but still a nice review
Yes
STi will have higher insurance as well as potentially higher maintenance costs... Get an upgraded (Limited) WRX and install a COBB tune and you are good as gold.
What’s the difference between limited and base
@@javadose317 Headlights, sunroof and a leather option
Bought my 2019 wrx. Kinda regret not getting the sti imo. The transmission is trash with the 6 gear in a 5 speed case and the shifter is sloppy as hell unless you upgrade it. Yes the engine in the wrx is better compared to the sti, but that’s the only thing the wrx has over the sti. Within the next year or two. I’ll either upgrade to the sti or swap out and get the sti transmission and brake set up.
why did you say the difference is only 5-6K but the title says 10k difference...
Unfortunately, neither is proving value for the midiocore performance. Subaru stopped developing the STI after 2004. The only thing that ever made sense for me was the base WRX with a Stage 2. I paid $ 25,280 for a base 2015 WRX and added full turboback exhaust w Stage 2 Cobb $ 2,700. That's it, plain and simple. P. S. Most STI owners never see track/autocross time but still pretend they utilize suspension and breaks outside of stop and go traffic.
I getingsti this week
I was torn between getting the wrx or the sti. I've been wanting a sti for years now, and wasn't sure if I should just save on buying the wrx and putting the extra cash into it. But my dealership has a white one that I've had my eye on and I test drove it. But recently they got a black one and a blue one in and now I'm even more torn. The black looks so good and blue is my favorite color, but the white looks the best I believe. The pricing isn't an issue. I was just wondering on if I should.save that 10k and put it into the wrx to make it like the sti, or get the sti and put 10k into it and make it more of a beast. But after watching this video, the sti is the better option. Just wish the sti's came with the fog lights. Guess I can just add some after market ones if I need to.
what did you end up doing my guy? Sti?
If you don't got the rumble are you even driving a subaru?? 🤷♂️🤷♂️ have owned both starting with a 04 sti it will never compare to a wrx not saying anything bad about the wrx but sti for the win.
"Ew, what's that ugly orange thing in the corner?" I said the same thing. It's not every day you see someone paint a house orange and slap wheels on it.
Only if you plan on tracking it, if its your daily driver the WRX is a no brainer.
If you can get it under $40K brand new, it's worth it.
Totally different beast the regular WRX.
I bought a WRX because I couldn’t afford a STI. However after research and owning my WRX I’m glad i didn’t foolishly attempt to get an STI. The FA20 is a far superior engine to the EJ25. STI has superior chassis but WRX has much better engine. STI for consistent track use and WRX for daily driving.
@Roy M. no buddy. FA20 is better than any ej engine that they came out with. Exactly why Subaru is going with a FA24 for the new STI coming out next year
Ride quality differences?
STI is much stiffer and has a harsher ride quality over rough roads, compared to the normal WRX
Ya think we looking the sti blue. She ready to trade her 2011 for flex in.
packinsteel z71 🧐
@@BenHardyCars probably have to go at of state the Dover de subaru sucks no car there.
Of course choose sti
WRX with CVT
It can also work a daily commuter.
Wrx with cvt 🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱
lol, get the manual. Cvt's are shit for sportscars, and will cost more in the longterm to maintain the transmission oils
Lol i drive 2017 sti limited no wing. Just the low profile 🤣 .
I have a WRXSTI 2017 Limited and in my honest opinion the wing looks a little too much 🍚
I don't care for the stock sti wing. But the s209 wing....🤔
No wing looks way better
daily driving WRX is a better choice. also when I was young I like those big ass wings. but getting old now . the wing is too much.
The title makes it sound like the only difference between the wrx and the sti is a wing haha maybe I missed it but you failed to mention the clutch and shifter in the sti is a thousand times better than the wrx
i kinda like the wrx better
Compared interiors and exteriors, but doesn't offer any real details about the drive. This is not a real comparison, as the main difference between these two cars is the driving feel which stems from the different motors, suspension, and brakes.
2k on the premium will get you almost same interior as STI limited. Where's the other 6-8k??? I'll tell you where, its all in the driving feel which you failed to talk about. This vid is a fail.
naticedog two other videos with driving impressions, watch those before you comment
It’s 2.5 vs 2.0 bigger turbo vs smaller turbo. Better AWD with differential changes. Better manual gear box with shorter gears and better gearing. Big brakes and rims. Better seats better interior and more and more . So if u have the money sti is definitely better choice. And it has different suspension which is more track focused unlike wrx
Agreed. It's a cosmetics comparison only.
Thought about getting a wrx but Na going go with a 2011 Sti ahha
Sti waste of money,
Buy a wrx new 2L direct injection!
You don’t need all the driver select modes, after you go get stage 3 tuned why need sport sport sharp etc. plus changing power front and rear diff waste of time. All money wasting. Interior practically the same design practically the same. Besides wing etc.
In Australia they have a LSD rear diff standard if you want get a LSD front diff. plus the gear box 6 speed is good in wrx, I’ve had zero issues. if you blow it up replace it with the STI ONE.
I spent 6k on it I have 215kw at all wheels.
Goes like a rocket.
But if you want to race it just put coil overs sti gear box and front LSD DIFF
You have no idea about these cars. Your just reading the bloody pamphlet. Without reading the pamphlet tell me the compression ratio on the sti ? Also Whats factory boost set atv?
these things are going for a fortune on our market, now that Subaru killed off the Sti. Can't even get a good condition used Sti for under $70k AUD here in Melb. Smh. turning into collectors items
You shouldn't.
No fog lights yikes
Those sti seats look dirty
I’ll wait for it going on sale😂😂😂😂
Wrx still gots it
And sti still got it also lol
Man.... the wrx owners in this comment section. I bet yall wake up everyday ready to defend your reasoning behind getting a wrx instead of an STI 😂😂😂. lol most STI owners I know including myself.. dont really give a shit 😂😂. We both got subies right? lol I mean damn, if u want an STI get one, if u want a WRX then get one. Stop defending your reasoning lol. Its your money do what you want and enjoy being part of the subie family. This debate is dumb cuz out the factory.. the STI is just a better car.. Period. But we all know WRX owners and STI owners mod... and whoevers got the most money for that... is going the fastest.. regardless of what car you got. 💪🏽
Sti I got one very fast
The wrx speed is 155 mph and sti 165 mph
Me personally, I wouldn't get an STI only because of the red stitching/lettering everywhere.
The wing on sti is hideous I could never drive a car with a wing especially that big.
can always pay to get a wing delete.
That ugly orange thing that keeps popping up in corner of the back-up camera happens worth a wrx plus an sti.
Stinger GT.
Trying to decide between a wrx and a sti looking at the the trims....
C'mon...!!!
Guess this guy ussually reviews ford fiestas...
HAHAHAHAHAH...!!!!
You can only listen to Pitbull in the Sti.
This is a terrible video..
I'll save you time. No
The 2020 WRX is faster than the 2020 WRX STI.