2016 Subaru WRX | CarGurus Test Drive Review

The 2016 Subaru WRX is a price-for-pound powerhouse in the sport compact category. The car's racing inspiration is evident in its turbocharged plant that rockets the car to 60 mph in 5 seconds, and its supremely tight setup is confident at any speed. Don't be confused, though: Although Subaru's car is named after its 1990s World Rally Championship cars, that's all history by now. What's left is a comfortable commuter with a serious wild side.

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The Subaru WRX isn’t the world’s first sport compact sedan, but it sure seems like a perennial powerhouse and favorite. Alongside the Ford Focus ST, Volkswagen GTI, and outgoing Mitsubishi Evolution, the WRX is a heat-seeking, fun 4-seater and an all-out blast to drive.

Redesigned in 2015, this year’s WRX retains all the creases and sheet metal from last year. Included in last year’s complete overhaul were a new nose, a deeper chin, a wider track, and a more aggressive hood. This year’s exterior improvements are confined to available 18-inch wheels and an upgraded infotainment system. Not included in last year’s overhaul was a 5-door hatchback, and the mountain-states staple won’t be around for this year, either.

The WRX is offered in three trims: the base WRX, WRX Premium, and WRX Limited, which all sport the same 2.0-liter turbocharged flat 4-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive (AWD). Higher trims include creature comforts such as a sunroof and leather seating and offer an available continuously variable transmission (CVT).

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