The 2022 Subaru WRX Manual is Carefree Fun - On or Off Pavement (POV Drive Review)

Join Miles in the 2022 Subaru WRX Limited Manual in WR Blue Pearl with all Black Ultrasuede with Red Stitching as he shares his expert driving impressions.

With a larger turbo 4-cylinder, more sophisticated technology, and more crossover-like styling, the new Subaru WRX looks to increase appeal while clinging to its rally-bred dynamics. And without a new STI on the roadmap, enthusiasts will need to embrace the latest WRX as the spiciest sedan to wear a Subaru badge.

Price (as tested) 💲: $36,990
Powertrain ⚙️: 2.4-liter Boxer Turbocharged 4-cylinder
Output 💪: 271 hp/258 lb-ft of torque
Transmission 🕹: 6-Speed Manual
0-60 MPH 🚦: 5.4 seconds
Top Speed 💥: 145 mph
MPG (as tested) ⛽️: 19 city/26 hwy/22 combined
Curb weight ⚖️: 3,390 lbs

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Exterior Review: 00:00
Interior Review (Rear): 02:00
Interior Review (Front): 03:00
Driving Impressions: 05:03
Canyon Driving: 07:49
0-60 mph Test: 10:40
Loose Gravel test: 11:47
Canyon Driving: 12:12
Highway Driving: 16:44
Competition: 17:59

[RushroyaleAddicts]

Idk why you people are still questioning the cladding matte black finish on the fender and bumpers. It's a wrx meant for rally'ing where there would be a ton of dirty and rock build up, the plastic makes it less likely to scratch and easier to clean.

[andreyv]

Been watching a lot of car reviews on this 22' WRX as I wait for mine and this one is probably the best. I love how you drive it fast on windy roads to really show the handling. That's a whole level above other reviewers.

[cybernetck]

The is the best driving perspective/review I’ve seen with the 22 WRX. You’ve made me re-think this car in a positive way. Well done! 👍🏾

[abysswalker]

man that analog guage cluster is definitely one of the best ive seen

[Ryeric]

I know several people will make the argument that double clutching is unnecessary when operating a synchronized manual transmission because you know, synchromesh. But I still believe that it doesn't hurt to learn. It's nice to see someone who has learned the technique put it to use. Never thought I'd see it done in a modern car haha. Awesome!

[DuneDee]

I don’t mind the plastic trim. I live in PA, it’s muddy or snowy 9 months of the year here. If I can simply wash the caked mud off instead of torturing my forearms with a rag and cleaner then I’m all for it.

[steelearmstrong]

First time watching this channel. And I must say right off the bat that I love it. I’ve watched many over the years and have my favourite but you just get it. You nailed it. You get to the point. You’re not talking and focusing on one particular part, going on and on and on about it. Thanks

[CJalterr]

The rear is just wierd which is one of my only issues with it. The rest of it looks good

[abcdLeeXY]

The rear works for the GR86/BRZ but somehow not for the WRX. Overall, I believe the GR Corolla will the AWD hot hatch king.

[stuntmonkey]

I don't see this as the next WRX, I see it more as the spiritual successor to the Spec-B. And that's a good thing for me.

[jasonmoyer]

I hated this car until I saw one in person. As soon as that happened, I thought it over for a few weeks and ordered one. I need to replace my aging CUV daily driver, and there really isn't anything in this price range that combines the fun with cargo space and AWD.

[vascoDG]

The design is definitely growing on me.

[KnownByMidNighT]

Great Review i ended up getting me the priemum wrx its a really nice solid car feels really built to last. I use it for a daily driver.

[saltyrivers]

STI without Manual transmission? Tsc, tsc...Thank you for the review, it's excellent, but no, I rather stick with my all-new 2021 WRX STI Sport-tech for life. One the best decisions I've ever made.

[leehing]

I glad that I brought the last STI instead of this WRX.

[Kriegerpvp]

I've done about 3800 km in mine (I'm Australian) and I do plan to add a few mods, but other than that, I love it. The boxer feels much meatier than in previous models with a much better torque curve. Its a fantastic daily that with a few mods, it'll be a little rocket ship. Great review

[donteadoss]

I’ve seen quite a bit of vitriol regarding the redesign, but I rather like it. It’s unfortunate that the STI variant won’t be carried over, but it definitely looks like a solid evolution - a bit more “up-market”, which opposes the historical ethos, but is eventual these days with a lot of makes. — Dope POV as always!

[LowGMC]

I got my 2022 6 speed Wrx and I absolutely love it and it gets so much attention! I love it!

[psalphagamer]

Just FYI while yes the claimed 270ish crank horse power sounds like there was no improvement on performance with this new engine compared to the 2015-2021 Wrx’s fa20, this new fa24 wrx is putting 240-250 whp to the ground which is way up from the fa20 220whp max. Also these engines are good for 500whp+ and shops have already started testing this wrx, with no tune simply adding E30 resulted in over 300whp without proper tuning that’s just what factory ecu adjusted for on its own!

[cargogh]

Always good reviews! Liked the Canyon Driving. Very quiet at exterior idle.