What Changed On The 2022 WRX? (You May Be Shocked)

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  • čas přidán 29. 06. 2024
  • The all new re design 2022 WRX is definitely a re design. We all speculated that it would re use a bunch of parts from the previous generation but we may have been wrong in our speculations. In this video we go over a bunch of the changes we noticed to this new FA24 platform with a strange twist at the end that may raise some eyebrows and make you ask questions...
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  • @oniatdlp
    @oniatdlp Před 2 lety +71

    Really well done video. I've been doing nothing but watching wrx videos since ordering mine. These IIR vids are better than most others by far. Tons of actually useful information. A seemingly neutral (just the facts) style of narration. And a very polished, professional speaker. Incredibly impressed.
    Subscribed. Can't wait to see what you have in store.

    • @samstarr9808
      @samstarr9808 Před 2 lety +2

      I have had mine for a couple weeks now and I love it, it is so much fun to drive. I have about 1k miles on it

    • @christianvalencia6224
      @christianvalencia6224 Před 2 lety

      LOL, I placed an order for one a few hours ago. I’m getting the GT SPT though 🤙🏽

  • @franciscodelvalle1761
    @franciscodelvalle1761 Před 2 lety +18

    A note to add. The difference in boost/power from 10-12 lbs on the FA24 and 21 lbs on the FA20 is due to the compression ratio of the engines. The FA24 is a "high" compression engine at 12.5:1 vs the FA20 at 10.6:1. This is why you need less lbs to make the same or more power. This will be a good thing as the higher compression will provide good power at low RPMS, which is where most turbo engines lack power.

    • @HelycopterEP
      @HelycopterEP Před rokem +1

      That’s the FA24D in the brz you’re referencing. The FA24 in the wrx has 10.6:1. It has less boost because the engine displacement is larger already. So less boost is required to achieve the same power as the outgoing engine.

    • @qqff3192
      @qqff3192 Před 10 měsíci

      No they are both 10.6:1 ratio

  • @deanthakid9803
    @deanthakid9803 Před 2 lety +91

    I'll be first to admit I'm one who hated it but now I Hate it a bit less, interested to see how much abuse the internals can take 🤔

    • @harvardford8752
      @harvardford8752 Před 2 lety +9

      It’s quite low stress now ever since they increased the bore size, whilst maintaining sidewall thickness, it’s a slightly bigger engine.
      I’m pretty sure it’s able to take more abuse, much like how the K24 was the most adored Frankenstein for building power.
      Not too keen on the new WRX tho.

    • @jdmking4776
      @jdmking4776 Před 2 lety +8

      Too bad the transmission will blow to pieces

    • @daskamu
      @daskamu Před 2 lety

      @@jdmking4776 why did Subaru never address this?

    • @Tomas.X
      @Tomas.X Před 2 lety +7

      "Abuse" = key word. A person can have fun with a car without "abusing" it. If "abusing" is what most people are doing who then bitch on the websites, comment sections, etc. then it invalidates virtually every complaint, including warranty coverage. If you've been around a while, you know modding under warrant is a big roll of the dice, for example. Years ago, smart guys bought used cars, saved a ton of cash, and being beyond warranty nothing really mattered. Additionally, back then - i'm talking late 80's into the 90's, in the Mustang/Camaro crowd - I never heard anyone gripe about parts being shit and pissing on the dealers. They all took ownership of the abuse they dished out and chalked it all up to that. It simply wasn't worth arguing a blown diff on a supercharged 5.0 was due to a shitty diff from Ford.
      But things changed, and part of it is the age level has dropped way down. The owners of the $30,000 - $60,000 (MSRP to modded costs) has dropped significantly. Proof? I can drive through my kid's high school parking lot. Even in my personally small pool of families I know with boys there's two that received STI's for graduation. My kid got a Sonic, will get enough money to get him through school, along with a nice laptop. (And those other families? They're not all any significant amount higher incomes - they just want to be sure their kid has street cred, apparently. They will trash those cars, and be on NASIOC and iWSTI bitching about the dealer not covering their crappy transmissions, head gaskets, ringlands, syncros, etc.

    • @ianholmquist8492
      @ianholmquist8492 Před 2 lety +3

      @@Tomas.X I never understood why a kid was given any car, even a POS for graduating highschool. All you have to do to graduate hs is show up and turn in an occasional assignment. Why reward someone for basically nothing? I had to work to save up for my first car

  • @TheElusivemtwallrus
    @TheElusivemtwallrus Před 2 lety +3

    Incredible vid! Well spoken and quite informative. The more I learn about the new WRX the more it grows on me. Function over form, plus I’d feel less guilty slinging this around on some dirt/gravel roads.

  • @Roxas_DM
    @Roxas_DM Před 2 lety +7

    Loving the blacked out taillight! Keep up the good work! Very informative!

    • @ImportImageRacing
      @ImportImageRacing  Před 2 lety +2

      Those are new stickers about Tail light overlays! And thank you!

    • @Roxas_DM
      @Roxas_DM Před 2 lety +1

      @@ImportImageRacing ordered them today thank you!

  • @amdstrollo3074
    @amdstrollo3074 Před 2 lety +2

    This is a pretty in depth video, covers a lot of technical stuff up close, good job!

  • @ZibrayMusic
    @ZibrayMusic Před 2 lety

    Great video. 👍 can't wait to see more progress on it

  • @Tomas.X
    @Tomas.X Před 2 lety +7

    I know this isn't about looks, LOL...but it can never be avoided. Having now seen one in person, the best thing I can compare it to is my own 2011 STI. I did not believe this generation looked good based on photos, but will never forget going to the movies and seeing one in person - red, and the sedan and spoiler was back, baby - and it's curves, it's hips, stance, all of it, looked great.
    Numerous modern cars are impossible to appreciate based on photos because their design elements are so complex versus many years ago. And one huge thing - Subaru photographers need to be replaced. The nose on the 2022 looks awful in many photos, all pointed and sticking out too far. Then look at it in profile and it's not like that at all. It's a trick of the paint/grille/black lower fascia. In person, you have to work to get into that position and see this. And that rear end, the tail lights? Again, in person (especially the taillights) look far more proportionate, and the "lava" design is F'ing cool. The lower section, eh, it is too much. And I feel like shooting the next moron that says the interior is "improved, but it's no Audi"...OMG...who cross-shops a WRX with an Audi, much less expects them to be the same. The interior is fantastic. My GT is on order, and I opted for the three alcantara section wraps. And on the outside - I was going to get white but opted for grey, so it will be a twin to our Crosstrek - but I plan to take it to my local vinyl wrapper for OEM color match wrap of the fenders, rockers, and sections of the front and rear. I do wrap, but would prefer a pro do it on a new car. I also do hobby photography, and will post photos anywhere I can to spread the word this is one cool car.

  • @DaveJohnsonOttawa
    @DaveJohnsonOttawa Před 2 lety

    This is really the video I've been waiting for. Very professional and knowledgeable! 👍👍

  • @subymtdan6137
    @subymtdan6137 Před 2 lety +1

    Very informative video. I'm a Subaru Tech and we still haven't received a Rex yet. I work at a Subaru dealership in a vary wealthy suburb of Chicago.

  • @8JFJK8
    @8JFJK8 Před 2 lety +1

    Ordered a black one today. Hasnt been built yet wont get it till about August the dealer said. So stoked though. Thanks for this video man. Very informative.

  • @camillebrenes
    @camillebrenes Před 2 lety +8

    Damn I learned a lot, great video. Just ordered my 2022 WRX yesterday. Went with the base model (added short throw shifter, couple of small things). Wanted no frills, light as possible stock, will take it to COBB later this year. I have a 2021 Ascent, and just love the thing (tows my boat like a beast, everyone loves the ride etc.), but missed my 2014 WRX badly. So for the first time, I'll have two "new" Subarus (my Ascent has 5,800 miles on it, lol). Test drove the 2022 yesterday, without reading ANYTHING about it online (I prefer less to have a less diluted opinion on things). Came to the conclusion that the new WRX was refined, in almost every single way. Refined to the point of not having any loveable "rough edges" and that's a good and bad thing depending on your perspective. This will be the first time I tune a Subaru where I'm not worried about pushing the motor too hard, I expect to get it to about 350/300 with Cobb, I don't go too crazy there, just want a bit more bump. Should have it in about 8 weeks time.

    • @lukehonegger8113
      @lukehonegger8113 Před rokem

      I’m gonna do the same thing as well, this makes me feel better about doing it the engine can definitely handle more than the last gen’s

  • @KillerBMotorsport
    @KillerBMotorsport Před 2 lety +1

    Cool vid, thanks for posting!

  • @MonacellaGuitarProductions

    Great details in this video! thank you, sir

  • @shadow-fq7nk
    @shadow-fq7nk Před 2 lety +1

    How come 15k+ views but 3k subscribes!!! I mean come on people give the man his flowers🌹!! He definitely deserves it all!!

  • @GR_FOURRARIS
    @GR_FOURRARIS Před 2 lety +61

    The FA24F is actually in a lot more vehicles than just the Accent. The Outback and Legacy also have a the FA24F as a option, even the BRZ/GR86 get the FA24D NA variant now too. Not sure how similar the internals are but very similar engine overall.

    • @lw1878
      @lw1878 Před 2 lety +5

      Assuming the disparity continues. Nothing between the FA24F and FA24D is the same beyond displacement. lol

    • @charliemagnegutierrez9979
      @charliemagnegutierrez9979 Před 2 lety

      Yep i seen one in the legacy really similar

    • @PenguinGuy
      @PenguinGuy Před 2 lety

      I believe the engine bay layout is the same for the outback is it not?

    • @ianholmquist8492
      @ianholmquist8492 Před 2 lety

      Wait, you say there is a turbocharged Legacy in the lineup again? That's good to hear at least

    • @nicolascloutier-cyr7467
      @nicolascloutier-cyr7467 Před 2 lety

      @@ianholmquist8492 Yes the Legacy GT has the FA24 too , as the Ascent , Outback XT and now the WRX

  • @Altezza447
    @Altezza447 Před 2 lety

    great vid, very informative for any person, you have earned a sub from me. keep up great content

  • @johnthomas460
    @johnthomas460 Před 2 lety +5

    I am excited to get my new WRX. I am hoping for a great experience unlike the one I had 15 years ago.

  • @Kiss__Kiss
    @Kiss__Kiss Před 2 lety +4

    WRX and their never ending transmission woes. I understand, that you have to differentiate between the STI and the WRX.. But the way some owners drive them? Ooof!!
    A well documented video, guys.. Looking forward to more as time go by, or you learn/discover more.

  • @romariosmith422
    @romariosmith422 Před 2 lety +6

    Man I'm glad import hired you bro. The videos have been amazing

  • @subielife4life
    @subielife4life Před 2 lety +8

    I drove a 2020 outback with the 2.4 turbo and it’s amazingly fast!! Like way faster then a off-road capable family wagon needs to be….An Outback with the more common na 2.5 boxer feels and drives amazing already, it’s not fast like the turbo but it’s powerful enough to do everything an outback owner needs it to do and really is no different from the turbo model, plus it gets a bit better fuel economy which makes up for its somewhat average power….175HP is all you get and it’s enough power to make this lifted wagon fun and enjoyable to drive anywhere, on-road or off-road, The standard 2.5 naturally aspirated flat-4 boxer engine feels just about right for it, especially since off-roading don’t require a lot of power and even then it has plenty of power for doing some really fast desert passes and it gives you so much confidence when going fast fast thru the Desert, like it was designed for it….The suspension just soaks up all the off-road terrain, giving you nice and soft rebounds that just give you so much confidence and makes it that much more rewarding to drive and awesome to own! So the turbo outback is indeed the more bad ass of the two to own….but power is not the reason why the outback is so freaking awesome!!!!
    It’s the 8.7 inches of ground clearance!
    it’s the very capable symmetrical AWD!!
    It’s the amazing driving dynamics!!!
    It’s tall and capable like a body on frame suv, but with great car like handling dynamics!!!!
    The optional turbo engine would just be a big ass bonus Cherry on top!!!!! And I like it like that!!!!!

  • @9MMSWORD
    @9MMSWORD Před 2 lety +3

    Bruh when you put that controller in the center console I got chills

  • @DC-ke8qp
    @DC-ke8qp Před 2 lety +13

    Im convinced that they had a working Sti model somewhere but cancelled it on the 11th hour

    • @peoriavideosltd6822
      @peoriavideosltd6822 Před 2 lety +1

      An STi model which actually had a spare tire and not a fix-a-flat kit.....

    • @ciello___8307
      @ciello___8307 Před 2 lety

      yeah seems like that is the case based on rumors. Big shame really

    • @chimkinnugget5221
      @chimkinnugget5221 Před 2 lety

      Sti got evo’ed

    • @SkinnerMcBride
      @SkinnerMcBride Před 2 lety +1

      They do. it’s dual powered, gas/electric. Nobody was supposed to know. Toyota owns 51% of Subaru. Connect the dots. New Corrola. No STi.

    • @DC-ke8qp
      @DC-ke8qp Před 2 lety

      @@SkinnerMcBride nah bro, Toyota own 30 percent and Hunter Biden owns 51% of Subaru and Toyota. They want all EV just to fuck with them Trump blowers.. They going ape shit right now

  • @johnny.3693
    @johnny.3693 Před rokem

    Very informative and very in depth Thanks !

  • @Boost-pressure
    @Boost-pressure Před 2 lety +5

    Good video! I looked up the transmission part numbers and they are different. I am sure they are using the same casing though. Also, in the 2022 WRX, only 2nd gear has the same ratio, but all the other gears are slightly shorter in the 2022 WRX. Final drive is the same as well.

  • @paulmarsdensr1095
    @paulmarsdensr1095 Před 2 lety +2

    I wish Subaru put more effort in designing this FA 24 motor. I have a 2020 STI and I came from a 2017 WRX. A great video brother. Subies forever.

  • @fiercenet
    @fiercenet Před rokem +2

    I'm impressed at the speed in which parts are coming out for this car... ETS aleady has an Intercooler and intake... so many companies already have exhausts, and cobb is going to have a tune by the end of the year... what a great time to be alive.

  • @MikeO429
    @MikeO429 Před 2 lety +18

    holy shit, the DCCD controller fitting perfectly makes me very sad and angry :\

    • @FATmenDRIVEtrucks
      @FATmenDRIVEtrucks Před 2 lety +3

      We got screwed:/

    • @guylr7390
      @guylr7390 Před 2 lety

      It leaves room for some special edition models. They probably won’t call it an STI but it could feature a lot of upgrades.

    • @FATmenDRIVEtrucks
      @FATmenDRIVEtrucks Před 2 lety +1

      @@guylr7390 you sound like every subaru kid making excuses for a brand that peaked in 2005 far as enthusiast go

  • @ericbrunner4140
    @ericbrunner4140 Před 2 lety +1

    Just going to change over leases from my '20 to a '22 this coming week. Looks like here in Canada we do still a spare tire which I understand is the same diameter as the 18" Dunlops. Will confirm when I get my Sports Tech model which supposedly is equivalent to your Premium.

    • @richeyrich2203
      @richeyrich2203 Před rokem

      Y’all get back seat heaters and vents too. Canadian spec cars are always better

  • @gustavogo2915
    @gustavogo2915 Před 2 lety +3

    Is there a reason you didn’t get the new Sapphire blue? I ordered a sapphire blue but it’s not here till May. Was about to change to the WRB that’s available next week but my original order from February 17th is the sapphire blue limited and I’m thinking of just waiting it out.

  • @midnightquest9758
    @midnightquest9758 Před 2 lety

    Thank you Cody very informative

  • @WRXMAN-ms2mm
    @WRXMAN-ms2mm Před 2 lety +6

    Great overview of mechanical aspect of this model. I will stick with my 2015. For big power I will go with an IAG built block. Cheaper overall likely, faster execution time as there are years of developed and trialed aftermarket engine parts. Which I actually have lots of to support a built motor. Good luck with your development.

    • @Bixnoodle
      @Bixnoodle Před 2 lety

      exactly how I feel about my STI. really not worth getting one of these until a few years down the line. even then, I probably won't be interested

  • @lauriedooker1031
    @lauriedooker1031 Před 2 lety +2

    I did enjoy this one . Love to find out about engine tuning this 2.4

  • @christopherlarose2770
    @christopherlarose2770 Před 2 lety +2

    That intercooler looks like a step up from OEM

  • @ChrisProuse
    @ChrisProuse Před 2 lety +9

    Great video - thanks for sharing all the detail! Always wanted either a WRX or an STI... if you had $35-40k sitting around, what do you think you'd sooner buy - a new 2022 WRX or a used 20/21 STI?

    • @jordanbeck640
      @jordanbeck640 Před 2 lety +8

      Used 20/21 STI 100%, the type RA block in there can handle so much power you'll be happy with it

    • @BlackstarSI
      @BlackstarSI Před 2 lety +3

      I would say it ultimately depends on what you prefer style wise. In that regard, they are especially different. In my opinion, you can’t go wrong either way 👍🏾

    • @nikesbeast
      @nikesbeast Před 2 lety +1

      Used lowest mileage VA chassis STI you can find

    • @TrojanLube69
      @TrojanLube69 Před 2 lety +2

      A new GR corolla 3 cylinder 300 hp that people have made over 500 with stock internals and 34 psi boost.

    • @keystonerider1308
      @keystonerider1308 Před 2 lety +4

      @@TrojanLube69 good luck getting a gr Corolla for less than $15k over msrp. Single year production car will command BIG prices.

  • @subymtdan6137
    @subymtdan6137 Před 2 lety +17

    With the end of the STI comes the end of the STI transmission. A Transmission that is just as strong as a T56 but it's four-wheel drive is now gone. To all WRX owners plead to Subaru to put the STI Transmission in the WRX.

    • @blue88aw11
      @blue88aw11 Před 2 lety

      I was thinking the same. Will they offer the sti 6 speed with adjustable center diff & r180 rear. All I really care about at this point, even if the STI name goes away..

    • @ianholmquist8492
      @ianholmquist8492 Před 2 lety +2

      All I care about is that I got one of the last 2021 sti's. Will never buy another new subaru. Subaru can go straight to hell now for all I care.

    • @christopherbassit2757
      @christopherbassit2757 Před 2 lety

      I wouldn’t say as strong as a t56

  • @fullboost
    @fullboost Před 2 lety

    Nice video thankyou.

  • @mmonkeyman1403
    @mmonkeyman1403 Před 10 měsíci

    Here we are a year later and no sign of an STI. If you ask me, I think they intended to release an STI using mostly pre-existing stuff they had, but had to can it for their CAFE ratings. We’ll have a performance trim likely coming for the 2024 model year, which will probably bring all the STI trimmings except for the traditional power figures you’d expect.

  • @subieseduction1377
    @subieseduction1377 Před 2 lety

    Omg🤯 the DCCD fits😂🤣😂That’s hilarious!!!!

  • @tr1ckster726
    @tr1ckster726 Před rokem +1

    That was really cool and well done. I learned a lot.

  • @djsir901
    @djsir901 Před 2 lety +3

    WOW. The only reason I haven't bought a 2022 WRX is because I want the DCCD and SI drive system. If I confirmed that there was a way to install this on a 2022 WRX then I would buy the car instantly.

    • @Manera05
      @Manera05 Před 2 lety

      I saw that part and had ideas instantly I gotta try it lol got my 22 last week

  • @bmudskipper112386
    @bmudskipper112386 Před 2 lety

    Great job getting us this information. We are all on the edges of our seats with this car. 👍

  • @danmac6185
    @danmac6185 Před rokem

    Can we get a video on how to install group n motor mounts? Can't find any videos on the VB and I just ordered the whole kit.

  • @botbs
    @botbs Před rokem

    Beside the DCCD, does the sliding cupholder from VA STI fits the VB WRX? Thanks!

  • @4040mwilson
    @4040mwilson Před rokem

    Great video, do you know how carbon buildup is on these motors?

  • @Bikerboy-kc7od
    @Bikerboy-kc7od Před 2 lety +1

    Been very interested with how this car turns out, if I remember correctly the front suspension is the same exact suspension as the 2017+ Impreza hatchback/Sedan, and 2018+ Crosstrek (looking from subarus parts catalog and seeing crosscompatibility).
    The swaybar link being hooked up from swaybar to suspension to its connection point, facing away from the Knuckle (180⁰) towards the frame frame of the car and right under the Spring perch.
    Is this true for what it looks on the suspension. Currently own a 2020 Impreza hatchback. So it makes me wonder

    • @danek893
      @danek893 Před 2 lety

      I know right, even most interior panels are door, straight out from Impreza and Crosstrek, but WRX peoples are to proud believe.

  • @drewmiller3447
    @drewmiller3447 Před 2 lety +10

    Awesome video Cody and that damn DCCD controller has had me thinking the day you picked up the new WRX you said it looked like it may fit and damn if you weren’t right that’s crazy man they had STIs built and produced they should have just released a limited run of the STI like this is the final generation get it while you can we are only making 1000 so they are worth money in the long run I bet you can do an STI drivetrain swap on this car I mean when you were going over the shotty WRX transmission it’s all the same so is the driveshaft and rear differential you could STI SWAP this drive line and you got yourself a 2022 WRX STI you should not have to but I bet you can all the pieces seem to be fitting together

    • @SzymkowiAK47
      @SzymkowiAK47 Před 2 lety +3

      STI 6speed with DCCD, Aftermarket suspension, Turboback Exhaust, Brembos and few other things will make this car an monster

    • @longdomedia
      @longdomedia Před 2 lety +1

      If I'm not mistaken, isn't the starter motor on the other side because the STI's were EJ's? Would mean it's not just slapping it on right?

    • @jjhoops023
      @jjhoops023 Před 2 lety

      @@longdomedia you are probably right, just means there needs to be a custom bell housing to accommodate the starter location

  • @joshwrx357
    @joshwrx357 Před 2 lety

    Well this makes my plan of FA24 swapping my 15 wrx when it decides to die seem more difficult than I planned

  • @fa_flatout_818
    @fa_flatout_818 Před 2 lety

    Very nice, thank you!

  • @thereflectivesolutions

    So can I get those stl/gcode files for the caps 🤔 or better yet where can I find them?

  • @blu3sw0rdsm4n
    @blu3sw0rdsm4n Před rokem

    I ordered a 22, it's due in November. But I'm not as versed in all the minutia. What's the little button cluster he put in near the cupholders?

  • @HRPMProjects
    @HRPMProjects Před 2 lety

    thank you for such a great video. i truly bel;ieve this car was being built with greater potential in mind, the chassis is far superior to the previous model, it just feels that halfway through development Subaru decided to start focusing on EVs seeing how the market is moving that way and scrapped the STI program..which is probably why only the WRX version has been release with no STI. the big question for me...would the STI 6 speed gearbox from the previous model bolt into the 2022 wrx??

  • @jonttran1092
    @jonttran1092 Před rokem

    Apparently shorter gear ratio in the manual transmission? Do we think they strengthened a bit too?

  • @CarsOverPeople
    @CarsOverPeople Před 2 lety +1

    Can you guys make similar video with the 2022+ BRZ/GR86?

  • @JasonLeung-4roller
    @JasonLeung-4roller Před 2 lety

    The bonus was the best :) xfiles lol 😂 drop in STI transmission super!

  • @jayczyzyk9707
    @jayczyzyk9707 Před 2 lety +1

    excellent rev

  • @Gumz_Custom_Art
    @Gumz_Custom_Art Před 2 lety

    I like those bright silver wheels on it 😍😍

  • @christopherlarose2770
    @christopherlarose2770 Před 2 lety +3

    I like how you say postponed about the STI. I could always tell you were a glass half full kind of guy.

  • @chrisgraff2103
    @chrisgraff2103 Před 2 lety +2

    I have an all black wrx been driving it for two weeks. Been great so far and seems to pick up more power each week. I am now at 400 miles on it.

  • @RobHTech
    @RobHTech Před 2 lety

    This is a great video. Them bolts don't make any sense. Should be zinc or something. I think they didn't do as good a job as everyone hoped.
    --Is the new 6MT the old 5MT that Subi converted to a 6 speed? Or, is it an actual 6MT that was in the STI?

  • @mkloudsql3285
    @mkloudsql3285 Před 2 lety

    Didnt some tuner dona build on the fa24 on one of the suv's and found that the fa24 had forged internals ?

  • @snguyen2220
    @snguyen2220 Před 2 lety

    Hi Would you pls let me know what brand is the Rims @1:35 Thank you so much

  • @ericrichards8939
    @ericrichards8939 Před 2 lety +2

    What I find Interesting is how Subaru America came out and said during the press launch, that they don't know what was done internally to the engine to handle additional power for the WRX and the STI. Before they killed it.
    Makes me wonder what is going on in Japan 🤦‍♂️

    • @K03sport
      @K03sport Před 2 lety +2

      ...Subaru Japan is in charge of design...Subaru America is in charge of selling the cars. SoJ will share relevant information about the new stuff that helps sell the car (safety, performance, styling), but they don't have to share how the secrets on how it was put together. I'm sure someone will tear down a FA24DIT block to develop blueprinted engine bits...but SoJ does not have to reveal how they did what they did...

  • @hardcorevega3492
    @hardcorevega3492 Před 2 lety

    Nothing fits is like they want it to be that way no fun. At this point i would have regret getting one jaja thankfully you guys have the craft and resources to make everything work, you got thisss🤘

  • @christianvalencia6224
    @christianvalencia6224 Před 2 lety

    I PLACED AN ORDER FOR A GT SPT WRX TODAY!! COMES IN IN JULY 😭😭🤙🏽

  • @johnthomas460
    @johnthomas460 Před 2 lety +1

    5/5/2022 just about to turn 500 miles on mine. I have only gone 50% throttle and around 4k RPM on mine. It is a daily driver and have no interest in modding it out. I live in Michigan on $#!t roads and this is close to the limit of what I can live with on a day today basis in terms of a performance bias ride. I came from a 2018 Chevy Impala V6 I put 50K miles on and had NASCAR sticker on the back. Not the fastest, but most comfortable ride. Everything bone stock except the tires. Loved that car. I could sneak up on a Beemer in the twisties and give them a heart attack thinking I was under cover or state trooper.
    Looking to the 1000 mile oil change and then have some fun. My suggestion is to spend some time with it. Find where the edges are and remember them. Build the mental picture of where the car shines and not so much. Who knows. This could be the last car you own you could drive yourself before the safety police take over.

    • @colematthews1685
      @colematthews1685 Před rokem

      Last sentence rings sad and true my dude. I'm legitamately looking at getting out of my 21 Tundra (the most reliable truck on the planet) for this because I know they won't be around forever :(

  • @ismaelreynaga4943
    @ismaelreynaga4943 Před rokem

    Off topic here but what model of quick jack is in this video?

  • @diegomunoz5380
    @diegomunoz5380 Před 2 lety +1

    Never hated the car. To early to judge tbh. Just have to wait to see how they look modified. Same thing happen with the Supra

  • @TheSpcAnnon
    @TheSpcAnnon Před 2 lety +2

    I'm actually planning on trading in my 2020 Turbo Veloster in for the 2022 WRX and the videos have been a nice insight for me. I'm not very knowledgeable about cars so getting info about the platform has been nice

    • @christianvalencia6224
      @christianvalencia6224 Před 2 lety +4

      I traded in my 21 wrx limited for a 2022 GT SPT. Comes in July. CANT WAIT🤙🏽

    • @NBTIIRETROII
      @NBTIIRETROII Před 2 lety

      @@christianvalencia6224 it’s badass man you’re going to love it, I love mine

    • @christianvalencia6224
      @christianvalencia6224 Před 2 lety

      @@NBTIIRETROII you have a GT?

    • @NBTIIRETROII
      @NBTIIRETROII Před 2 lety

      @@christianvalencia6224 yessir

    • @christianvalencia6224
      @christianvalencia6224 Před 2 lety

      @@NBTIIRETROII AHH MAN IM SOOOOO JELLY. I ordered mine in WRB with extra goodies from the factory. I’m super stoked to hear a fellow owner who actually has the vehicle is in love with it. Thank you 🤙🏽

  • @dionysushunter5078
    @dionysushunter5078 Před 9 měsíci

    Is the va and vb sway bar interchangeable

  • @amerritt09
    @amerritt09 Před rokem

    Excellent video! Makes me wonder what the specific upgrades for the STI will be? If I had to guess, upgraded IC, higher boost from same or better turbo, but those two alone don't seem enough to earn the STI name? Perhaps they'll use the same FA24 in the BRZ that has the hybrid injector system, but that seems to mostly help clean the valves and warm up the engine from cold.

  • @eodninja6
    @eodninja6 Před 2 lety +2

    All I want to know is can I put the FA24 in my 2015 WRX? Yes I can think outside the box with slight mods might be needed.

  • @Jason_Laster
    @Jason_Laster Před 2 lety

    Man you have the best job in the world

  • @djftremblay5895
    @djftremblay5895 Před 2 lety +1

    Is it the cable transmission version?
    Thanks, very good videos

    • @ImportImageRacing
      @ImportImageRacing  Před 2 lety +2

      It is a cable driven transmission, exactly the same as the VA chassis wrx

    • @brendanfogel4573
      @brendanfogel4573 Před 2 lety

      @@ImportImageRacing so it’s going to be breaking left and right huh? Sti trans swap it is then

  • @353darkesthour
    @353darkesthour Před 2 lety +1

    Now that you have your hands on it, the stock 18’s seem so close to flush. Do you have a spacer recommendation to poke them just a few mm? Expecting mine in a 2 or 3 weeks. Thx!

    • @ImportImageRacing
      @ImportImageRacing  Před 2 lety

      20mm should be perfect to get flush fitment! We sell Noble Spacers which are really good! www.importimageracing.com/products/nol-ws-1143-20-561-b-noble-performance-wheel-spacers-5x114-3-20mm-cb-56-1-black-subaru-sti-2005-2020-wrx-2015-2020-pair

    • @ianholmquist8492
      @ianholmquist8492 Před 2 lety

      Spacers are for posers

    • @353darkesthour
      @353darkesthour Před 2 lety

      @@ianholmquist8492 yeah well I don’t feel like buying two sets of wheels and tires at this point in time, so sue me.

    • @ianholmquist8492
      @ianholmquist8492 Před 2 lety +1

      @@353darkesthour so don't and just don't run spacers. Be OK with the car stock and get to know it before you start slapping needless crap onto it. Then when you can afford a new set of wheels you can get the fitment you want

  • @Snow0255
    @Snow0255 Před 2 lety

    Damn so they made the wrx sway bar easy access but the impreza hard as hell

  • @AlphaYTang
    @AlphaYTang Před 2 lety

    Why bypass coolant through the turbo inlet?

  • @therunningman8692
    @therunningman8692 Před 2 lety

    XFiles music lol… Very nice.

  • @tommycheung6932
    @tommycheung6932 Před 2 lety +3

    Tbh I was quite disappointed with the looks initially, but given how much it has changed overall. My money is still gonna be here, even if the Corolla GR is available.

    • @Bixnoodle
      @Bixnoodle Před 2 lety +1

      gr Corolla seems to be better in every which way possible. it'd be a little different if there were still an STI varient to compete with it, but the 2022 WRX is truly just a let down

    • @tommycheung6932
      @tommycheung6932 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Bixnoodle I totally get you, and I was to see whats the availability of the Corolla GR... I can't justify myself getting the circuit edition lol

    • @Bixnoodle
      @Bixnoodle Před 2 lety

      @@tommycheung6932 oh yeah I get it.. plus, who knows what the dealership markup on those are going to be, too. The WRX might be much more obtainable

  • @king_cobra3694
    @king_cobra3694 Před 2 lety

    Eyy, new 2022 WRX owner here. I drove it off the lot today, I was at a red light shortly after and the car seemed to have some “idling issues” I’m a car enthusiast and love to drive but I’m a plumber not a mechanic, not sure how to explain it other than..it seems like the engine is shaking in idle, acceleration and shifting seems perfect and normal cruising seems all normal, but this stood out to me on idle, any one experiencing this? Is this normal, or should I be driving back to the dealer ASAP?

  • @procrunchie4899
    @procrunchie4899 Před rokem +1

    Peak boost on my 22 is 14.3 lbs on a 100 degree day.

    • @ImportImageRacing
      @ImportImageRacing  Před rokem +1

      Boost is very much determined by heat and elevation. On a hotter day at a higher elevation the car will need more boost to make the same power. We're right about sea level here in Florida and haven't ran ours in temps above the 80s yet. But it's good info to know the car is adapting that much on its own!

    • @procrunchie4899
      @procrunchie4899 Před rokem

      @@ImportImageRacing Great info. Thank you!

  • @krowncarnival
    @krowncarnival Před rokem

    I wonder since Cobb stopped supporting e85 tuning capabilities if this car will make more power than previous gen. It definitely has the capabilities but will aftermarket support allow it.

    • @ImportImageRacing
      @ImportImageRacing  Před rokem +1

      Cobb just suspended it, they have a Nextgen kit on the horizon that they will be supporting that will get input from a different non-emissions location. Hopefully that will also arrive on this chassis soon! Some people have already made 300-320 whp with a JB4, drop in filter, catback and 3 gallons of e85 for an octane booster. Looks promising!

  • @michaelsmith9308
    @michaelsmith9308 Před 2 lety

    Now i have a interior (looks) mod and that will be the Sti insert:)

  • @azndragon4991
    @azndragon4991 Před rokem

    Is it possible to put an SI Drive on the 22' WRX?

  • @Rick4345
    @Rick4345 Před 2 lety +1

    What are the wheel dimensions? I’ve got one on order but want to order a dedicated winter set before I get it.

    • @ImportImageRacing
      @ImportImageRacing  Před 2 lety +1

      Stock wheels are 18x8.5 +55

    • @Rick4345
      @Rick4345 Před 2 lety

      @@ImportImageRacing Thanks!! I live out in the country and learned that’s the best way to go. For me anyway. Summer tires are awesome. Just not during a winter in Illinois.

  • @ManuelFresh100
    @ManuelFresh100 Před 2 lety

    I saw the new WRX and the New York International auto show and it looks way better in person. The black fender liners don’t even stand out as much as they do in pics. The interior looks way more upscale too. It’s as if they put more effort into the car since there is no STI anymore

  • @thenerdycanadian7172
    @thenerdycanadian7172 Před 2 lety

    Didn’t see any other comments about it but the VA WRX also had an aluminum turbo inlet with coolant lines for the Canadian spec cars. Oddly enough my 2017 has the USDM plastic inlet 😂

    • @matheusgiovannini571
      @matheusgiovannini571 Před 2 lety

      My 2018 has this exact same metal turbo inlet, 18 sport tech RS in Canada

    • @matheusgiovannini571
      @matheusgiovannini571 Před 2 lety

      Maybe has to do with how prone the plastic inlet would be to cracking in very cold temperatures

  • @Smaug1
    @Smaug1 Před 2 lety +6

    Very well done.
    As for the STI, Subaru has confirmed that they are not building a internal combustion STI. When and if it comes out it will be electric, probably a collaboration with Toyota.
    I bet they started working on an internal combustion STI, but scrapped it midway through to go electric due to a late decision from upper management.

    • @MalcolmCir
      @MalcolmCir Před 2 lety +2

      And you don't have to be a conspiracy theorist to figure it had something to do with the GR Corolla roll out. Guess who's the bigger player in the Toyota/Subaru relationship?
      It's a shame. I would have loved to see what the STI folks could have done with the new platform. Lots to like with the new WRX...

    • @hyde_official
      @hyde_official Před 2 lety +1

      @@MalcolmCir wait, what does the GR corolla has to do with sti?

    • @justinlavigne9814
      @justinlavigne9814 Před 2 lety

      @@hyde_official nothing, no management from Subaru or Toyota had say in this, Higher up government officials are the ones that get to make the decisions ultimately.

    • @AsuraTraitorr
      @AsuraTraitorr Před 2 lety

      @@hyde_official its the an awd turbo charged platform, it would've competed directly with an STI

    • @hyde_official
      @hyde_official Před 2 lety

      @@AsuraTraitorr yeah, the way op framed it wasn't clear to me.

  • @CHINOINBB
    @CHINOINBB Před 2 lety

    That center console is sus. Maybe they did have a plan to come out with the sti but maybe plans didn’t go has well has they thought.

  • @JJ-rf7dg
    @JJ-rf7dg Před 2 lety +3

    I'm disappointed Subaru took away the performance package on the premium and limited models. No brembo brakes and recaro seats.

    • @watevz221
      @watevz221 Před 2 lety

      Subaru went to shit years ago

    • @ciello___8307
      @ciello___8307 Před 2 lety

      those items can be upgraded by yourself in the aftermarket. . . brakes and seats can be done fairly easily

    • @mrnrfan182
      @mrnrfan182 Před 2 lety +1

      You must not be familiar with Subaru. Those options will come later, along with a “limited run” color option that will be standard on their other cars, just not the WRX. They pull this shit every year or so. By 2025 you’ll be able to option Recaros, Brembos and some hideous color like light yellow for 50k. And suckers will buy it.

  • @johnmanfra4224
    @johnmanfra4224 Před rokem

    Can u put an intake in it.. I have an 2022 legacy xt and I wanna see a intake in it

  • @yuolo9979
    @yuolo9979 Před 2 lety +1

    STI is not postponed. Subaru discontinued the STI forever

  • @yannmarkovich7399
    @yannmarkovich7399 Před 2 lety +2

    Btw new wrx for canada market has spare tire. Unchanged transmission is probably a cause why this car makes the same power as previous gen. And that finding about DCCD panel is impressive but it makes me so sad.

    • @elsusc2547
      @elsusc2547 Před 2 lety

      thanks for the info! Recently ordered one in Canada and was wondering whether we get the spare as most review showed from their press car.

    • @yannmarkovich7399
      @yannmarkovich7399 Před 2 lety

      @@elsusc2547 my knowledge is based on videos of Tyson Remmelg youtuber, he works at subaru dealership in Canada. He showed real cars arrived to them and they had spare tire, so I think you will get one.

    • @djftremblay5895
      @djftremblay5895 Před 2 lety

      @@elsusc2547 sales lady told me there is one, I even asked if I can out a full size she said it should fit, blew a few tires on pot holes here in Quebec.
      That kit would be useless.

  • @gregcappello2592
    @gregcappello2592 Před 2 lety +1

    Haven’t they said the STI is cancelled not delayed? The DCCD definitely fits because they had planned an STI version but I’m sure the poor reception of the WRX helped kill it.

    • @brendanfogel4573
      @brendanfogel4573 Před 2 lety

      It’s cancelled for this generation. We won’t see an Sti until the new chassis comes out which tbh people say it will be 5-8 years which is probable but I think I could see them ending this generation even earlier. Maybe we could see the Sti in 2-3 years!

    • @ciello___8307
      @ciello___8307 Před 2 lety

      yeah if they make a new STi vehicle it will be electric

  • @jcreno253
    @jcreno253 Před 2 lety

    Oh shit, didn't realize you work for IIR. Awesome man!

  • @barsaf9989
    @barsaf9989 Před 2 lety +5

    I like everything about it except the looks. And I'm sure it handles similar to the last gen. The last gen handles very well and has a very stiff body.

  • @anthonymaldonado8018
    @anthonymaldonado8018 Před 2 lety

    I used the builder and optioned out a limited version and was deeply disturbed with the outcome. It was over $41k for a limited with all the STI goodies and some interior options. I could only imagine what an STI would cost if there was one.

    • @ianholmquist8492
      @ianholmquist8492 Před 2 lety

      That's crazy. My 21 base sti was 39k out the door brand new. A limited sti would have been 44

    • @anthonymaldonado8018
      @anthonymaldonado8018 Před 2 lety

      @@ianholmquist8492 my 21 STI was roughly the same, between 39-40k out the door. The dealer tried to hit me with a mark up and feed me BS about how it was special and super limited and that this was the last STI they were going to get but they tried it on the wrong person lol. I got it for under MSRP but with the add ons brought it right back up.

    • @ianholmquist8492
      @ianholmquist8492 Před 2 lety

      @@anthonymaldonado8018 nice! Yeah the dealership will always shaft you if they can. They gouged me a bit because all I got for add ons was the short throw shift kit and weathertech mats

  • @intox69
    @intox69 Před 2 lety

    I'm shocked at the look of it that's for sure...

  • @CarubSunn
    @CarubSunn Před 2 lety +2

    Based off the rumors and such the decision to axe this generations STI still makes no sense. Its take 5-10 years to develop a new car and for them to do it during the same year that it was suspected to release is very suspect

    • @LJ-mp7ir
      @LJ-mp7ir Před 2 lety +1

      They were never going to do an STI. They are full of it.

    • @CarubSunn
      @CarubSunn Před 2 lety +2

      @@LJ-mp7ir if the reports about the exec's at the dealers meetings are true, I doubt that highly. Theres no way they kept the dealers in the dark as long as us.

  • @danek893
    @danek893 Před 2 lety

    Well, hatchback WRX showed up in Australia, maybe soon in US, or maybe call Impreza-Turbo.