2024 Subaru WRX TR Review: The Track Ready WRX

The 2024 Subaru WRX TR serves as a high-tier alternative in the fifth-generation WRX lineup, compensating for the absence of the STi version. Previously, the TR designation stood for "tuner ready" and was associated with a base, stripped-down trim ideal for buyers planning extensive modifications. However, the new WRX TR is now near the top of the model range, just below the GT trim, and is priced to reflect its enhanced status. This version could be considered an "STI light," featuring several upgrades. Despite lacking distinct exterior badges and sharing features like the hood scoop and quad-tip exhaust with all WRX models, the TR trim distinguishes itself on the road with Brembo brakes and striking red calipers, marking it as a standout choice within the WRX series.

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Presenter: Natalie Harrington, Lead Staff Writer
Cinematography: Elliot Haney, Senior Video Producer

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0:00 The Subaru WRX TR
0:56 Exterior Styling
2:14 Inside the WRX TR
3:54 Rear Seats and Cargo
4:36 Driving Impressions
7:48 Infotainment
9:38 Safety Systems
10:19 Pricing and Competition

[twystedhumour]

Thanks for the insightful review, Natalie. I'm glad that you mentioned the comfort factor. I got the Base '23 as I wanted SOME comfort (50 y.o. here) and definitely did NOT want the nannies. And yes, the summer tires made things so noisy. I live where it snows so the AS tires were quieter and made the grip on the ice quite remarkable.

[MisakiLeasim]

I own a 22 limited and it’s great for what it’s worth. If you don’t want to pay 40 grand and still get a WRX, there’s options. I am a fan of their AWD system so I picked it up over the GRC, especially since at the time (2022) markups were insane. Also, Subaru doesn’t allow these ridiculous markups and I think they should be rewarded with a purchase. I might get a hatch Golf R in the next few years

[aireydc]

I like the Limited trim’s seats best. But then I like the cladding too, which seems to be something all car reviewers feel compelled to say they don’t like it and become apologetic if they say otherwise.

[ricktrue]

No sun roof is for structural rigidity.

[suckerfreek]

To be one drives with their jacket ON....that makes the seats a little subjective

[antoinelee-thomas]

No STI. No buy. Subaru has really slapped the STI community in the face worse than Will Smith did to Chris Rock.

Discontinuing the STI is really going put Subaru in a very bad position for the remainder of this generation of the current gen WRX.

The halo model should always exist for high-performance enthusiast-based consumers. Subaru may-as-well just end it all after this WRX's generation because no diehard STI owner of the departed generation and predecessor generations before it is asking for an all electric STI, e-STI / STe.

If Subaru even so far brings an e-STI / STe to the US market, pitchforks will be lit in flames.