2015 sti daily driver

Though its looks have changed, its performance and feel. Unlike the sti, a higherperformance version of the compact sedan, this wrx has no readyfortakeoff rear wing to announce its capabilities. There are many brands that deliver great products at affordable, budget friendly prices. Curious to see what 2015 wrx sti owners think of their cars so far. The 2004 subaru impreza sti made 300 hp and 300 lbft, had a sixspeed manual transmission and driver controlled center differential, had a curb weight under 3,300 pounds, could get to 60 mph in 4.

It provides the right amount of weekend fun without punishment monday through friday. Jun 28, 2015 for 2015, the sti adds trick torque vectoring, which can lightly apply the brakes on the inside wheels in a turn to help handling. I have a 2017 wrx sedan, daily driver, and have been looking into upgrading the suspension. Our introduction to the car occurs at the press launch at mazda raceway. The car rides fairly good now but when i hit larger bumps, you feel it pretty good. Nov 30, 2017 a cobb accessport makes a subaru wrx a better daily driver sure, it adds features and improves performance, but that doesnt help when youre stuck in traffic. Carlos lago tests the latest generation of the perennial rally car favorite. It was a great car and the only mechanical failure i experienced that was not a direct result of ab. That may be so, but i have two points here that may make you look twice at the evo instead. Racecomp engineering bilstein front and rear strut kit. I owned a 2008 sti, the hatchback model, and daily drove it for near as makes no difference, 5 years. Ive been a fan of the subaru wrx ever since the street version of subarus world rally championship car hit american streets in 2002. The 2015 wrx cashes in at a few thousand cheaper than the 2015 sti, leaving it the more affordable option for awdturbo junkies.

On the street or the racetrack, the car simply performs. Our ej257 stage 2 rw600 short block is our most popular option for a daily driver that makes 350500whp. Best high torque clutch for daily driver 2015 wrx nasioc. Heres why my search for a daily driver ended with a subaru wrx. I am probably going to place an order for either a limited sti or a premium wrx once 2016 are available. Find detailed gas mileage information, insurance estimates, and more. A cobb accessport makes a subaru wrx a better daily driver.

Racecomp engineering has taken the time to develop a spring specifically for your vehicle. Suspension is rough, hardly any sound deadening, and unless you get the upgraded head unit, the base sound system sucks. Save money on used 2015 subaru wrx sti models near you. You get 268 horsepower and 258 poundfeet of torque, rallytuned allwheeldrive, and handling that rivals many more expensive cars.

However, i love mine and know that i wouldnt have been satisfied with a wrx even if it has the modern motor. That one word sums up the experience of driving the 2015 subaru wrx sti. Exterior mirrors for 2015 subaru wrx sti for sale ebay. Edmunds has detailed price information for the used 2015 subaru wrx sti. The 2015 wrx sti features a ej257 engine and has received performance upgrades vs the previous generation. Apr 21, 2014 carlos lago tests the latest generation of the perennial rally car favorite. Oem new 1520 impreza wrx wrx sti exterior driver side view mirror 91036va052 fits. If you plan on using your sti as a daily a driver with occasional spirited driving, then this strut is the perfect choice.

In fact, for drivers who dont regularly hit the track, the new wrx even has people rethinking whether or not they should spring for the evenmoreextreme wrx sti. Wrx sti is a rallybred car that has its roots deep in. Five reasons you dont want to buy the new 2015 subaru wrx sti. Order your parts online or pick them up instore at your local advance auto parts. Subarus wrx sti is still an allweather monster, but a little too harsh as a daily driver. My salesman pointed out to me that one customer of his traded in his 2014 sti for a 2015 wrx. What you need to know about daily driving a subaru wrx.

The 2018 subaru wrx sti has been around for a while now, potential buyers want to know what its like as a daily driver. I had a 20 sti for awhile, great cars good daily drivers if you dont mind shifting a lot in traffic. Subaru wrx as daily driver the leading glock forum and. The reliability is very high in my experience with a 2004 wrx wagon 8yrs90k and 2005 legacy gt wagon which shares the same motor as 2012 wrx140k miles and counting. In fact, for drivers who dont regularly hit the track, the new wrx even has people rethinking whether or not they.

How can this family sedan with a giant wing outrun cars nearly twice as expensive. Its said that the sti is a more practical, friendlier daily driver. I also recently took delivery of a 2018 sti, except i came from a 2015 wrx base model and went to 2018 sti base model. The wrx is much harder to shift smoothly rev hang, has a very touchy throttle, feels flimsy, has light steering, and very little braking feel. Former vee driver 2nd place, nationals at summit point. As we pointed out in our first drive of the 2015 subaru wrx sti, the wrx itself is one heck of a tough opening act to followespecially just in terms of performance value for the money, with its. For 2015, the sti adds trick torque vectoring, which can lightly apply the brakes on the inside wheels in a turn to help handling.

I just dont see the point in owning an sti as a daily driver when the wrx already offers so much. But i wasnt about to give up having a fun daily driver altogether. Expensive to maintain, get a winter tire and rim set up to swop for winter summer conditions. May 20, 2020 on this episode of ignition, carlos lago tests the latest generation of the perennial rally car favorite. My commute is 2 hours a day over a combination of highway and backroads. Were glad subaru is committed to improving this gem. Do you regret buying a wrx over the sti or vice versa. I currently drive a 2010 wrx, upgraded from a 2005 impreza, so i can compare those modelsyears. Jun 16, 2014 the good the 2015 subaru wrx sti s turbocharged engine delivers gobs of power with a nice, flat torque curve. I bought a 2015 wrx limited over two years ago and am very happy with my choice. The daily driver rally car tv episode 2014 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. It is not a 500whp machine, but a proper tastefully modified daily driver with many cool upgrades. Boxer engines are unique because the cylinders lay flat instead of a v formation.

While subaru has been working to green up their image, they havent forgotten those of us who like spitting fireballs and nailing apexes. Plus, the wrx should theoretically cost less to maintain than an sti. Compare 2015 subaru wrx sti disc brake pad and rotor kit brands. Much like the new wrx, this sti has an entirely new and significantly stiffer body structure, but unlike the wrx, it still uses the same. Hks hipermax ivgt coilover kit subaru base 20152020. While the alsoredesigned 2015 wrx gets a fancy new 2. As a dd, i feel that the wrx is a much better choice, especially with how far you drive. As some brands leave their enthusiast bases in the dust, theyre still out there with the brz and now an allnew 2015 subaru wrx and a mostlynew wrx sti. I estimate a 10 to 15% improvement in braking performance and several weeks later, i have great confidence in my ability to stop my car. Struts and shocks racecomp engineering bilstein front and rear strut kit. Taking it just to stage 2, it becomes an unusually responsive car for a turbo with 300wtq at 3000rpm and awd. But, there are some things i would miss such as heated seats, sunroof, and a quieter and softer ride. The stis ability to work as a backroad burner and somewhat civil daily driver is uncanny.

The stock suspension, particularly on the 04, is pretty reasonable. Sti as daily driver for most of us here, the sti is perfectly fine for daily driving. Dirt 2 was his doorway into the wider world of gravel driving and sending cars off jumps, and before long he was old enough and scraped up. Jul 23, 2018 is a subaru wrx sti a good daily driver. On this episode of ignition, carlos lago tests the latest generation of the perennial rally car favorite. In the end, i bought a lightly used 2015 subaru wrx. Why 2015 subaru wrx sti uses a very special awd hardware. Powering the 2015 sti is a turbocharged and intercooled 2. Feb 27, 2014 the allnew 2015 wrx sti is subarus top performance model and it is subjected to much more horsepower 305 hp than the other models. The dccd and vdc systems give drivers quick control over the allwheeldrive systems.

Also, at high speed cornering, i think it could be better. Power stop evolution brake upgrade for daily drivers. I usually agree that more power is better, and the wrx sti comes with more power, but i have to agree that for onroad driving, the vast majority. A cobb accessport makes a subaru wrx a better daily driver sure, it adds features and improves performance, but that doesnt help when youre stuck in. The primary difference between the wrx and sti is price. Whats the reliability like on the 2015 subaru wrx sti. I want to lower the car about an inch and add sway bars. Much like the new wrx, this sti has an entirely new and significantly stiffer body structure, but unlike the wrx, it still uses.

I didnt need too much more space, but rather just enough to cram the kids and their sports equipment in the back. Our crystal white pearl will be the topic of many videos to come. The car will mainly be used as a daily driver but i like modding cars so im trying to find what would be the best daily driver while offering good performance and modability. Im looking to buy a 2018 wrx and im unsure if i should go for the wrx or the sti. May 07, 2014 powering the 2015 sti is a turbocharged and intercooled 2.

I dont have much traffic on a daily commute but when i am forced to travel through chicago and hit traffic on the dan ryan, i barely even. And by no means are we encouraging any of you to go and do such naughty things to these poor, desolated stretches of concrete. The allnew 2015 wrx sti is subarus top performance model and it is subjected to much more horsepower 305 hp than the other models. Racecomp engineering bilstein front left strut qty. I asked the salesman why and he said owner stated that car was too jarring as a daily driver. A road trip in the 2015 subaru wrx sti was the best idea ever. Which hot hatch or sports sedan would become my new daily driver. Username or email address do you already have an account. We start with brand new oem sti block halves and crankshaft so our blocks are sold no core due. Subaru wrx and wrx sti launched rm231krm271k in cars, local car launches, local news, subaru by jonathan lee 8 august 2014 12. It also has the ability to outrun the bmw m235i and mercedesbenz cla45 amg on the racetrack. Through longer sweepers, the sti grips nicely with little lean, while the ride quality is stiff but certainly manageable for daily driving. A quick search finds options from mishimoto, perrin, cobb tuning, and aem.

Provides a great daily driver ride while keeping things firm for the track weekend or canyon carving run you crave. May 30, 2015 the 2015 wrx cashes in at a few thousand cheaper than the 2015 sti, leaving it the more affordable option for awdturbo junkies. In passing, sales greatly favor the wrx over the sti indicating more drivers find the wrx a better fit. Heres why my search for a daily driver ended with a. It has 4doors and allwheel drive which makes the car practical. Yes, they will work, but not as well as if you did the job right. Much like the new wrx, this sti has an entirely new and. Is the wrx sti a good vehicle to own as a daily driver. Im sure its not an issue with you coming from the s2000 but the sti is definitely a harsh daily driver. The stage 2 short block gives you performance, reliability and value. Along with a unique sound, the flat4 engine lowers the center of gravity of the car which improves handling. Feb 17, 2014 if you just want an extremely quick daily driver and dont plan on any trackday escapades, then the 2015 sti is better suited for that, too, with the interior quality improvements, and roomier. Rce yellow springs for the 2015 wrx sti are the perfect daily driver weekend warrior spring.

Ive only had it about a week but, so far my impression pretty much is the same as yours. The wrx is a great daily driver and actually feels faster than the sti out of the hole thanks to the twin scroll turbo and lesser displacement. When i drove the even hotter 2015 wrx sti in january. Much like the new wrx, this sti has an entirely new and significantly stiffer body structure, but unlike the wrx, it still uses the same 305 horsepower 2.