2022 Subaru WRX Official Announcement *Merged*

[4S-TURBO]

Don't Subaru short. It's "RAW" power.

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[Straight6]

Originally Posted by SCRAPPYDO

well this is all completely true.

but revving to fuel cut is not typically smart, but your point is totally valid

I just don't understand why are people harping on the tach redline photo without any actual numbers. Does anyone even know what is the size or type of the turbocharger used on this new WRX ?

[4S-TURBO]

Nobody is harping on redline. The lack of power output for a higher displacement deserves to be harped on considering this is a WRX. The Legacy is making more torque with the same engine.

[dwf137]

yeah, it's the whole package that's concerning to me, not the redline specifically. Not time to dismiss the new engine entirely as we haven't seen dyno results or anything, but it's not looking great.

[neg_matnik]

Originally Posted by 4S-TURBO

Nobody is harping on redline. The lack of power output for a higher displacement deserves to be harped on considering this is a WRX. The Legacy is making more torque with the same engine.

Originally Posted by dwf137

yeah, it's the whole package that's concerning to me, not the redline specifically. Not time to dismiss the new engine entirely as we haven't seen dyno results or anything, but it's not looking great.

The only thing that could redeem FA24DIT in my eyes would be FLAWLESS operation on 91 Cali gas: full, unabated, rated power and torque without ANY knocking/pinging or any weird ignition timing or boost shenanigans.

[n2oiroc]

Originally Posted by neg_matnik

The only thing that could redeem FA24DIT in my eyes would be FLAWLESS operation on 91 Cali gas: full, unabated, rated power and torque without ANY knocking/pinging or any weird ignition timing or boost shenanigans.

[Sid03SVT]

Originally Posted by ntg44

I'm not quite so sure that's true either. I've been crunching the numbers using basic math and it doesn't add up to anything meaningful in my opinion.

The 2.0 WRX revs to 6700 RPM with 268 HP @5600 RPM and 258 LB-FT from 2000-5200 RPM.

The 2.4 WRX revs to 6100 RPM with 271 HP @5600 RPM and 258 LB-FT from 2000-5200 RPM.

I need you to link me to where you got that info; neither engine hits peak torque at 2,000RPM and neither can hold peak torque until 5,200RPM.

The FA20 in the WRX hits peak torque around 2,900RPM, and is close to peak torque until about 4,000RPM and then it falls off consistently for the remainder of the rev range.

We don't have a dyno for the FA24 in the 2022 WRX yet, but a bump in displacement is going to result in a wider and flatter torque curve.

The FA24 in the Ascent hits peak torque at 2,300RPM and is at near-peak numbers, and essentially "flat" until 4,800RPM, and although that's where it starts to decline, it is still making more torque to redline than the FA20 does.
Yes the FA24 in the Ascent has a different tune on it than it will/does in the 2022 WRX based on the published peak horsepower and torque figures, but it's reasonable to assume the WRX torque curve is not going to be drastically different than the Ascents as the two engines are nearly identical.

cliff notes:
The FA24 hits peak torque 600RPM sooner than the FA20.
The FA24 is putting out near-peak torque 800RPM longer than the FA20.
The FA24 has more torque all the way to redline than the FA20.
The FA24 has way "more area under the curve" than the FA20.

[fredzy]

Originally Posted by Straight6

The redline in my WRX was 6,700 RPM. The engine was all but done by 6,500 RPM. We don't know the fuel cut on the 2022 or how well it will hold power or how much more power it makes vs FA20.

You're WRONG, sir! WRONG! The engine was all but done by 5,500 RPM, if that. At least it sure is in my car.

[Straight6]

Originally Posted by fredzy

You're WRONG, sir! WRONG! The engine was all but done by 5,500 RPM, if that. At least it sure is in my car.

Not in mine but whatever you say. I miss the FA20, it pulled much harder than the EA888 up top, that's for sure but Subaru bad so continue on.

[Straight6]

6-6.5k

[4S-TURBO]

More power pulled harder? The cult of obvious.

[porusski]

Originally Posted by Straight6

Not in mine but whatever you say. I miss the FA20, it pulled much harder than the EA888 up top, that's for sure but Subaru bad so continue on.

The one in the GTI or R? Really looking at buying an R since the WRX isn’t aggressive

[Straight6]

Originally Posted by porusski

The one in the GTI or R? Really looking at buying an R since the WRX isn’t aggressive

IS20 so GTI, but I wouldn't waste my money on the R. It is grossly overpriced.

[porusski]

Originally Posted by Straight6

IS20 so GTI, but I wouldn't waste my money on the R. It is grossly overpriced.

Lmao how in the world? It’s like $4K more than a loaded GTI. And every R comes fully loaded. Obviously it’s way more car than the 2022 WRX, so many more features like a heads up display and ventilated leather seats and rear ventilation and rear heated seats, wireless CarPlay, and a lot more. Very worth the ~$9K over a WRX GT.

[chanomatik]

While also being a hatchback.

[porusski]

In Canada especially, it’s $35K USD. $10K off. If I get the cash, I feel like I should buy it out there and go through the hassle of importing it to the US.

[h3llsp4wn]

Originally Posted by Straight6

Not in mine but whatever you say. I miss the FA20, it pulled much harder than the EA888 up top, that's for sure but Subaru bad so continue on.

The EA888 is a superior engine in every way imaginable

[ProZach626]

I can't imagine paying over 35K for an optioned out WRX GT, when you're within 6-7k of a Golf R. The lower level WRX trims don't offer an equal comparison. The cost savings have to be factored in, but I feel a loaded trim WRX GT comparison is fair. There will likely be a vast difference between the two, worth the extra money.

For those who can't get the financing for the R, or spare cash, you probably should be looking at either one.

[porusski]

Interesting, good to hear. If y’all can elaborate on the specifics that’d be nice.

[Straight6]

A lot of is relative, but if you are shopping for the R, DSG is the way to go. The 6 speed is a carry over from the MK7 and it really isn't a great manual transmission. You can watch the latest SavageGeese take on the MK8R, I think they nailed it. The R here is around 44K start so you are quickly coming up to 50 grand out the door, this is not counting market adjustment BS and if the MK8 GTI is an indication, you will likely not even be able to get one for under 60 grand for a while as they are asking nearly 50K for the AB GTI...

For me: The WRX is a bigger car with a true AWD system. It is safer and has an actually usable trunk if you have rear seat passengers. The 6 speed is also better IMO. A 6 speed premium trim for under 35K would be an unmatched value. It check all the boxes for a lot less but I am not interested in automatic and if I would be forced into one that I can get the Tesla 3 performance for similar price as the R and it would absolutely demolish it acceleration wise. Again, everyone has different wants and needs, just my opinion.

[porusski]

Originally Posted by Straight6

A lot of is relative, but if you are shopping for the R, DSG is the way to go. The 6 speed is a carry over from the MK7 and it really isn't a great manual transmission. You can watch the latest SavageGeese take on the MK8R, I think they nailed it. The R here is around 44K start so you are quickly coming up to 50 grand out the door, this is not counting market adjustment BS and if the MK8 GTI is an indication, you will likely not even be able to get one for under 60 grand for a while as they are asking nearly 50K for the AB GTI...

For me: The WRX is a bigger car with a true AWD system. It is safer and has an actually usable trunk if you have rear seat passengers. The 6 speed is also better IMO. A 6 speed premium trim for under 35K would be an unmatched value. It check all the boxes for a lot less but I am not interested in automatic and if I would be forced into one that I can get the Tesla 3 performance for similar price as the R and it would absolutely demolish it acceleration wise. Again, everyone has different wants and needs, just my opinion.

Yeah, for me I just need that exhaust and paddle shifters. Can’t even get started on build quality. I feel like the R will ride 10db lower at 85mph too compared to the 3.

[WRX4US]

Need 5 door.

[chanomatik]

Originally Posted by WRX4US

Need 5 door.

You gonna join us in the Potential GR Corolla Club?

[Pre]

Originally Posted by chanomatik

You gonna join us in the Potential GR Corolla Club?

[Scorpius]

Originally Posted by chanomatik

You gonna join us in the Potential GR Corolla Club?

Sign me up.