WHAT YOU DON'T KNOW ABOUT OWNING AND LIVING WITH A 2006 SUBARU WRX WAGON

In this video we explore some of the uniqueness of the WRX Wagon, what makes it special, give a view on some things you may not know and what its like owning this car.
For instance the WRX boot space at 356 litres puts it more on par hatchback practicality not estate practicality despite looking like the latter.
Also, if you want to put 3 adults in the back is going to be tight. Watch to see just how tight.
The interior is old fashioned interior but this “limited” edition does get leather heated seats and a moon roof…
The Boxer engine sits lower in the car making handling better, even though the car looks like it’s on stilts. The engine is horizontally opposed and so it sits centrally allowing the rear diff to sit centrally giving perfect left/right weight distribution.
The manual 5 speed gearbox splits power 50/50 front and rear unless slippage is detected then the viscous centre locking differential shifts power to the right wheel AKA - Active torque shift!
Even though it’s an old design and it feels old it still gets front and side airbags, crumple zones, side impact beans and seat belt pre-tensioners.
The 2.5l dohc engine won international engine of the year in 2006. Despite chuck out over 250g of CO2 every km.
It has a fly by wire throttle - although you’d be hard pushed to notice.
The gearbox cogs are cold forged and use shot peening hardening. This means this box is tough, really tough. It’s just a shame the gear knob isn’t heated as sometimes it can be freezing!
It may only be 5 speed but this means you can have lots of fun with it and not get an STI.
On the Impreza WRX and STI sedan the lower front transverse link suspension arm is made of cast aluminium to reduce the unsprung weight. This is a direct input from the World Rally and STI development program.
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0:01 - Introduction to the video and an overview of the Subaru WRX Impreza Wagon.
0:29 - Cold start routine and checking the car's basic functions on a cold day.
1:22 - Discussing the practicality of the Subaru WRX, including boot space and passenger capacity.
2:22 - Interior features, including the outdated design, leather heated seats, and the unique moonroof.
4:10 - Performance aspects such as the 5-speed manual gearbox, handling characteristics, and the all-wheel-drive system.
7:33 - Engine specifics, highlighting the 2.5-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine and its accolades.
8:29 - The car's heritage in World Rallycross and how it influences the design and function.
10:48 - Reliability and performance satisfaction after nearly a year of ownership.
12:49 - Potential downsides, including the 5-speed gearbox limitations on the highway.
14:19 - Closing remarks, inviting viewers to subscribe and comment on their thoughts about the Subaru WRX.