2022 Subaru WRX Official Announcement *Merged* - Page 6

Straight6 · 07-16-2021, 05:08 PM

My next car. I can't wait.

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WoRteX · 07-26-2021, 10:05 AM

Welp pass on this model if that's what it looks like.

They need to stop with the chrome **** on their cars. Chrome is so fn old and ****ty looking. Just yuck.

chanomatik · 07-26-2021, 10:40 AM

People have been saying that for the past 18 years.

heavyD · 07-26-2021, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by chanomatik

People have been saying that for the past 18 years.

I swear automakers put chrome on all their low level models to encourage people to go with higher trim levels.

Snow Drift · 07-27-2021, 09:34 AM

https://www.subaru.com/2022-wrx

Get ready for the global reveal of the rally legend's new evolution.

The 2022 WRX is a whole new beast and it's about to be unleashed at the New York International Auto Show on August 19. We'll be streaming the world premiere live and you don't want to miss the reveal of all the upgrades to its engine, suspension, and aggressive style. Sign up to be one of the first to see the powerful, agile, completely redesigned 2022 WRX.

[VIDEO]
https://www.subaru.com/2022-wrx?item...d=0&xmlid=3753

20WRX20 · 07-27-2021, 09:42 AM

As usual I will need to see it in person before making any judgements, but hopefully those black fender flares are optional.

Snow Drift · 07-27-2021, 09:56 AM

Screen grabs...

Front

Rear

slimfit · 07-27-2021, 10:02 AM

Looks like a 4 door BRZ from the rear. Also why is Subaru obsessed with unpainted black plastic?

Snow Drift · 07-27-2021, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by slimfit

Looks like a 4 door BRZ from the rear. Also why is Subaru obsessed with unpainted black plastic?

Crosstrek version eventually?

ajsti24 · 07-27-2021, 10:34 AM

Oh no...too much plastic cladding/trim....suv look??

mcarb002 · 07-27-2021, 10:34 AM

Crosstrek turbo sedan haha

Apharmd · 07-27-2021, 10:59 AM

Looks like a hatch and it's got a higher ride height? Maybe more off-road focused? I don't think that's necessarily a bad thing but I think lifted WRXes are pretty cool in general.

ntg44 · 07-27-2021, 11:12 AM

Looks very Crosstrek-y, really not crazy about the black plastic fenders and side sills.

But I guess it is goofy/quirky. Fitting for a Subaru.

JP Chestnut · 07-27-2021, 11:14 AM

**** me, the ugly fender extensions aren’t even painted?! It looks like a sporty Crosstrek, but at least it’s not in a color that your grandma would pick.

ntg44 · 07-27-2021, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

**** me, the ugly fender extensions aren’t even painted?! It looks like a sporty Crosstrek, but at least it’s not in a color that your grandma would pick.

In my opinion, it's to disguise the fact that the fenders aren't really "flared" that much, at least not nearly as much as current or previous generations. Looks pretty lame.

mcarb002 · 07-27-2021, 11:21 AM

That’s gotta be an option though right…the unpainted flairs that is

JP Chestnut · 07-27-2021, 11:23 AM

I just rewatched the video. What's the current WRX redline (on the dash, not fuel cutoff)? The new one in that video seems to top out at... 6100rpm -- which seems very low.

Snow Drift · 07-27-2021, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

I just rewatched the video. What's the current WRX redline (on the dash, not fuel cutoff)? The new one in that video seems to top out at... 6100rpm -- which seems very low.

6700 rpm for 2020-2021 WRX & STI
https://www.caranddriver.com/photos/...lery/?slide=24
https://media.ed.edmunds-media.com/s...oem_1_1280.jpg

6100 rpm for 2022???

JP Chestnut · 07-27-2021, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snow Drift

6700rpm for 2020
https://www.caranddriver.com/photos/...lery/?slide=24

Thanks. This new one is shaping up to be a piece of **** IMO.

Snow Drift · 07-27-2021, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Thanks. This new one is shaping up to be a piece of **** IMO.

Maybe the 2.4L and whatever turbo, doesn't need to rev as high.

FA24DIT Legacy XT redlines at ~6k rpms.

MikeG4936 · 07-27-2021, 11:49 AM

What's the useful powerband of these FA24DIT engines? Do they all redline @ 6K RPM?

Wonder why they didn't bring over some of the headwork they did to enable the higher redline on the 2022 BRZ....

cbk57 · 07-27-2021, 11:52 AM

I will wait and see, but I see the plastic fender covers, Alla CrossTrek, my first take is that is unforgivable. That look is initially off putting, we will see but it is not encouraging. However, if other factors are in place I care about maybe all is okay, my priorities are as follows+ Keep weight under control, cannot weigh more than the outgoing model, steering feel, shifter feel, over all driving feel and ride. I currently own a 2013 WRX, purchased with idea I might want a new wrx in time. We shall see how this comes out. Will there be one without the plastic trim, that might be more me.

JP Chestnut · 07-27-2021, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snow Drift

Maybe the 2.4L and whatever turbo, doesn't need to rev as high.

I'm sure that's true. The 2.4 turbo is basically an SUV engine and it clearly hasn't shed that nature.

However, for a car whose one claim to fame is "driving enjoyment" (if we're honest it's probably not going to be legitimately: fast, nice, or good looking), I'm dubious.

I bet that the STI gets a more normal redline and that, plus the supporting parts, are the big differentiator between the 2.4 engines.

J_C_O · 07-27-2021, 11:56 AM

That's the SUVarised WRX everyone was waiting for. Isn't it? Oops.

J_C_O · 07-27-2021, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeG4936

What's the useful powerband of these FA24DIT engines? Do they all redline @ 6K RPM?

Wonder why they didn't bring over some of the headwork they did to enable the higher redline on the 2022 BRZ....

The old EJ255 from 2006 WRX delivers its max power at 5600rpm.

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07-16-2021, 05:08 PM	#126
Straight6 Scooby Specialist Member#: 419593 Join Date: Apr 2015	My next car. I can't wait. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

07-26-2021, 10:05 AM	#127
WoRteX Scooby Newbie Member#: 10605 Join Date: Sep 2001 Chapter/Region: NESIC Vehicle: 2015 WRX Crystal White Pearl	Welp pass on this model if that's what it looks like. They need to stop with the chrome ** on their cars. Chrome is so fn old and **ty looking. Just yuck.

07-26-2021, 10:40 AM	#128
chanomatik Scooby Guru Member#: 159474 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: Phoenix, AZ Vehicle: 2017 Impreza Sport Lithium Red - OLDKID	People have been saying that for the past 18 years.

07-27-2021, 09:34 AM	#130
Snow Drift Scooby Specialist Member#: 75071 Join Date: Nov 2004 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Long Island Vehicle: 23 Solterra,ModelY Old: 05 08 11 WRX, 18 STI	https://www.subaru.com/2022-wrx Get ready for the global reveal of the rally legend's new evolution. The 2022 WRX is a whole new beast and it's about to be unleashed at the New York International Auto Show on August 19. We'll be streaming the world premiere live and you don't want to miss the reveal of all the upgrades to its engine, suspension, and aggressive style. Sign up to be one of the first to see the powerful, agile, completely redesigned 2022 WRX. [VIDEO] https://www.subaru.com/2022-wrx?item...d=0&xmlid=3753

07-27-2021, 09:42 AM	#131
20WRX20 Scooby Newbie Member#: 520469 Join Date: Nov 2020	As usual I will need to see it in person before making any judgements, but hopefully those black fender flares are optional.

07-27-2021, 09:56 AM	#132
Snow Drift Scooby Specialist Member#: 75071 Join Date: Nov 2004 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Long Island Vehicle: 23 Solterra,ModelY Old: 05 08 11 WRX, 18 STI	Screen grabs... Front Rear

07-27-2021, 10:02 AM	#133
slimfit Scooby Newbie Member#: 90597 Join Date: Jul 2005 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: DELCO, PA Vehicle: 2011 WRX Premium SWP	Looks like a 4 door BRZ from the rear. Also why is Subaru obsessed with unpainted black plastic?

07-27-2021, 10:34 AM	#135
ajsti24 Scooby Newbie Member#: 345666 Join Date: Feb 2013 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: So Cal Vehicle: 2019 S209, S3, X1M35	Oh no...too much plastic cladding/trim....suv look??

07-27-2021, 10:34 AM	#136
mcarb002 Scooby Newbie Member#: 324784 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: South East Vehicle: 2023 Toyota Sienna 2023 Model Y	Crosstrek turbo sedan haha

07-27-2021, 10:59 AM	#137
Apharmd Scooby Newbie Member#: 357059 Join Date: May 2013 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: West Virginia Vehicle: 2023 WRX black	Looks like a hatch and it's got a higher ride height? Maybe more off-road focused? I don't think that's necessarily a bad thing but I think lifted WRXes are pretty cool in general.

07-27-2021, 11:12 AM	#138
ntg44 Scooby Newbie Member#: 510765 Join Date: Jan 2020 Vehicle: 2020 WRX STI	Looks very Crosstrek-y, really not crazy about the black plastic fenders and side sills. But I guess it is goofy/quirky. Fitting for a Subaru.

07-27-2021, 11:14 AM	#139
JP Chestnut Scooby Specialist Member#: 504432 Join Date: Jul 2019 Chapter/Region: Tri-State	**** me, the ugly fender extensions aren’t even painted?! It looks like a sporty Crosstrek, but at least it’s not in a color that your grandma would pick.

07-27-2021, 11:21 AM	#141
mcarb002 Scooby Newbie Member#: 324784 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: South East Vehicle: 2023 Toyota Sienna 2023 Model Y	That’s gotta be an option though right…the unpainted flairs that is

07-27-2021, 11:23 AM	#142
JP Chestnut Scooby Specialist Member#: 504432 Join Date: Jul 2019 Chapter/Region: Tri-State	I just rewatched the video. What's the current WRX redline (on the dash, not fuel cutoff)? The new one in that video seems to top out at... 6100rpm -- which seems very low.

07-27-2021, 11:49 AM	#146
MikeG4936 Scooby Newbie Member#: 260561 Join Date: Oct 2010 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Dallas, TX Vehicle: 2006 Impreza WRX Ltd Grey	What's the useful powerband of these FA24DIT engines? Do they all redline @ 6K RPM? Wonder why they didn't bring over some of the headwork they did to enable the higher redline on the 2022 BRZ....

07-27-2021, 11:52 AM	#147
cbk57 Scooby Newbie Member#: 438759 Join Date: Jan 2016 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Altoona, Pennsylvania Vehicle: 2013 Impreza WRX Charcoal Grey	I will wait and see, but I see the plastic fender covers, Alla CrossTrek, my first take is that is unforgivable. That look is initially off putting, we will see but it is not encouraging. However, if other factors are in place I care about maybe all is okay, my priorities are as follows+ Keep weight under control, cannot weigh more than the outgoing model, steering feel, shifter feel, over all driving feel and ride. I currently own a 2013 WRX, purchased with idea I might want a new wrx in time. We shall see how this comes out. Will there be one without the plastic trim, that might be more me.

07-27-2021, 11:56 AM	#149
J_C_O Scooby Newbie Member#: 454909 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Andorra Vehicle: 2006 WRX SW Crystal gray	That's the SUVarised WRX everyone was waiting for. Isn't it? Oops.