Review | 2018 Subaru WRX STI RA | The Last Stand
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- čas přidán 28. 05. 2024
- We review the limited edition Subaru STI RA to see if a few updates are good enough to justify a higher price tag. With the Civic TypeR and the Focus RS leading the performance trend can this Subaru still be relevant? We skip the stereotypes and jokes for this premium video.
Intro Music Used with Permission by Hovey Benjamin:
/ uttersupreme
Thanks to:
Todd Parakeet
Scott Turbowski
Steve Hammerhead
Yuri Johnson
Index
0:00 - 00:41 Intro
00:41 - 1:30 Subaru Lyfe Theme Song
1:30 - 6:40 Interior and Exterior Impressions
6:40 - 11:25 In the Shoppe with Turbowski
11:25 - 13:53 Weight, Motor with Toddd
13:53 - 20:33 Driving Impressions
20:33 Final Thoughts - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Mr. Geese says he won't talk about the stereotypes associated with STI owners, proceeds to make a sick intro of all the stereotypes 🤣 Savage!
Von Ace i am a recent sti owner, what are these stereotypes so i can try to avoid them lol
You didn't see the fidget spinning part with the Monster Energy drinks?
I think those stereotypes of STI owners are an American only thing, we don’t have anything like that over here in Asia. 😂
The vaping stereotype is worldwide. I'm in Japan right now and it's a thing here. I was in Australia and the US not to long ago and it was a thing there as well.
@@SeraphXT i live in america but am Asian. I stay away from them. But i bet i can't afford my sti if i live in asia. Mpg.... I'm from korea, gas price in korea is bout 3 times higher than here, usa.
I'm 1 minute into this video and it's the greatest of all time.
The GOAT of intro
Wait a second was that yuri from the straight pipes in the beginning?
I was wondering who that was.
🔥🔥
At first I thought it was idubz, I had to go back for a second look.
Haha, that is Yuri!!! hahaha
yeah I had to go back lol that was sweet.
The point you made about the intangibles of certain cars is exactly why I love my STi. It isn't the fastest car in a straight line. It's not the most refined (bare-bones interior); has a boy-racer image; is brash and inefficient, sourcing its power from an outdated, underpowered motor (by today's standards). The steering isn't the heaviest, and it does understeer. But, it's analog and tactile--like you said, having a very old-school feel. It may never be as legendary as a Supra or Skyline, or make power as easily as an LS motor car. But I've found that whenever I take it on a backroad with no-one around and can exist in a vacuum with the car - it has plenty of power, and never disappoints to put a smile on my face. It makes lovely sounds from the UEL headers, rips through 1-3 gear with a power delivery from the turbo that feels like a wave is hurling you forward. I haven't been crazy about the rubbery stock shifter feel, but a (kartboy) shortshift kit makes a world of difference--one of the best I've ever driven. In a way, the STi embodies the epitome of slow-car-fast. It's enough to excite, but not too much to endanger. It's short gearing can be tiresome, but can be equally enjoyable when ringing it out to ~7000rpm. Fantastic machine. And excellent review.
You said all my friend! It is not only a question of quantitative evaluation, but a qualitative one of the experience of drive. Like most of the things that really matter in life. They are not just made up of numbers.
The visibility, the mechanical feel, the old school type of vibe you get with this all weather beast is really, really good. This is a car you can drive basically anywhere no matter the weather conditions, we love them here in MA.
Hola from Boston
So people complained when the NSX AND Supra was updated for 2018 and wanted the old school Engines. Subaru gave what people want, stuck with the EJ and you guys STILL complain.
The EJ is not a 2JZ thats why haha
Fear drives both ends of the debate.
MikeM What I was thinking.
Well the nsx completely deviated from what the original nsx design philosophy. Went from lightweight everyday supercar, to pigfat overcomplicated hybrid.
The new supra is confusing because the most beloved supra was a driver focused gt car with an unkilliable engine, while the new supra is a hardtop bmw roadster.
Honestly though the Supra is objectively excellent. It's a lighter and more powerful car.
It's just not a toyota, so it urks people you are going to have to pay BMW prices to maintain it.
Then there's Subaru. They haven't changed at all in years. if it isn't broken don't fix it. This type ra is just really overpriced for what you get imo.
MikeM that’s because the NSX and Supra have actually good engines, the USDM ej257 is a piece of junk. I’m not asking for a upgraded fa20, a JDM ej207 version 8 would have been a EXCELLENT upgrade. Semi closed deck, forged from the factory, crazy responsive equal length header/twin scroll turbo setup, 8000 rpm redline...... it’s already being made for the Japanese market, why not put it in our cars??
That was probably the best intro of any CZcams video in existence right now. I was dying like a blown ej motor.
lmfaooooo the intro is bosssssss!!!!!! 😂😅😂😅😂😅😂😂😅😂😅😂😅
LOL as soon as I heard " I got some dip in my lip " I knew something special was about to happen.
I'm from Texas and this shit cracked me up, because I used to work with people like that lol
FX these mere mortals have no idea
Mitsntashi!
😂😂😂😂😂
I agree. I was laughing so much.
Own a 2011 STI. You've nailed the car pretty well. Very large aftermarket for these cars to improve any quibbles, just stay away from the flatbrim society and you're golden.
Alan Ridgeway Ya the flat brim society has cheapened the image of the Subaru WRX. These cars deserve respect
I wear flat bill hats but that's because I'm bald.
the one thing that irritates the crap outta me about them is how weak they are. 90s nissans and toyotas have closed deck sturdy engines that don't spit metal through the block after 400hp. ive seen em built, tuned, built some more, and for SOME reason... there can never be a good EJ that will last... subaru, this is a design older than the tardis... why hasen't it been perfected yet???
Get a wrx ,learn to vape big clouds, be a bawler,
It’s sad that when I think of car guys they immediately come to mind, don’t forget the skater shoes, profane shirts and oakley’s acting like, douchebags in gangs as they walk around the meet, trying to look hard and cool, wanting attention, laughing out loud, drinking and smoking but acting like they don’t really want to be noticed cuz fuck every body else #squad after rolling up in a stanced JDM machine bought with daddy’s money and probably with an air head or two close by that probably slept with 4 or 5 of the guys over the past year and a half.
😂
'"That Mitsutashi you got here " crack !!
What an absolutely excellent review. The good, the bad and the ugly - all explained about as honestly as I've seen from any reviewer ... ever. Your conclusion was heartfelt and personal, delivered in a way that I think most real track-day enthusiasts could connect with. Nice work!
Regular Cars' writing is clever but the automotive savagery on all of your WRX videos deserves an award.
RCR became stale years ago. His driving ineptitude is the only reason I still watch.
Rcr sucks unless you like your car vids to come from a guy who doesn't want turbocharged cars because he can't use 87 octane
Cory Falcone you're forgetting about all of the literary references and that deep philosophical shit
Ford! Chevy! Ford! Chevy! Staaaahp
SSC3034 and rcr is still better!
Holy shit, the entry was the best ever.
Mike Wazowski intro
LMAO, shit that's what I meant
This may have been commented on somewhere else previously, but I think your POV door closing to steering wheel sequence is absolutely amazing. Something I haven’t seen in any other car reviewers repertoire. You’re always bringing something unique. Great review to boot.
Nailed the conclusion! The exact feeling I had when I test drove the new Civic Type R. There was a feeling of disconnect between myself and the car and your're the only reviewer to raise that point. Keep up your legendary work.
Interesting- haven’t heard anyone say that. I think it’s the problem with new cars and why I love my S2000.
@@fhowland Had a DC2 R, so can understand your love for the S2K. Beautiful piece of engineering. The FK8 is a completely different feeling Honda to how they were and that's why it feel short of my expectation of trying to live my DC2 days through the FK8. Settled for a Meg 3 RS as that just felt more raw and DC2 like with it's steering feedback, connection and overall drama. This is all my personal opinion though.
Very entertaining intro and a spot-on evaluation of the car (as usual). You highlighted many of the attributes responsible for me keeping my modified '09 WRX hatch for many more years. Hands-down, the BEST online car reviews . Keep up the excellent work!
Thank you fro the reasonable conclusion at the end! Finally, somebody who get what this car is about. Thank you, I love your work.
You are a really talented reviewer. That was funny, informative, and genuinely enjoyable to watch. I could not swallow the price of the RA, as it was a bit above my budget and I was able to get a standard 2018 STI with Recaros for about $15,000 less than the RA (the prices one can get on the regular 2018 STI now are insane). However, I purchased it for some of the very reasons you touched on...remnants of an analog era, capable AWD, and the driving engagement. The heavy clutch and the heavy steering is just...so great. I'm still learning to deal with the understeer. It's far from perfect, but it's a lot of fun.
I really wish my STI had the Alcantara wrapped steering wheel of the RA given how much better it grips when hands sweat.
You can buy the Type RA steering wheel from the dealer! It's around 400 USD last time I checked.
Your outlook on cars (the pure, undisturbed driving experience) is what gravitates me to your videos. Apart from high quality video production, the sarcasm/humor, and very technical and detailed reviews. Awesome job.
The choice of sound and cinematography with that dawn or dusk ( can't tell) lighting, was just amazing. Great job!
Your final thoughts hit the nail on the head...no, it's not the street/track machine it used to be...but my god, I LOVE driving my STi and do not regret buying one at all...it's just, fun.
Love the video. The shoppe part was really funny. Also, your demeanor, and sort of looks, reminds me of Agent Coulson from Agents of shield lol. Keep it up!
I love that you don't follow the norm on car reviews. Keep it up!
Best. intro. Ever. I didnt see this car coming, you caught us all off guard! I love it.
I'll tell you how tough the awd system parts are..
I just recently drove an 08 Impreza with stock suspension down a farmer's tractor road at 70 mph and had my head hit the roof a couple of times.
Two CV axles, one wheel bearing and a speed sensor and it's just fine. I actually had my car buried to the doors at stock levels and still got home....
Ain't no other car in any form will ever be as good as the AWD of a Subaru.
I've had three Chevy, three dodges, six fords and one toyota.
Now I'm driving a Subaru.
I'm never going back to anything else.
Amen, Mr. Hamel. I'm on my 3rd Subaru('18 Forester XT). She's a beast in the snow wi. proper winter tires.
10:22 - "rear ends are usually pretty muddy."
The intro is a masterpiece. Congratulations.
Loved the shot/camera positioning @ 13:55 ! Superb job !!!
Just got an STI, never owned one before and I love it! X6 5.0 for the long trips, everything else STI.
2018 wrx owner here. Look at any dyno chart of a stock FA engine. You can visually see the lumpy tune. Its a really... really... bad tune. Also the dip in power at ~4300rpm is just bad. Tuning them is really one of the better things you can do unfortunately and I wish we didnt feel it necessary to do it.
Now lumpy tune and touchy ass throttle aside (seriously 30% pedal input = 100% WOT)... a car this quick and still just commuting to work getting 27-29mpg... kind of nice. Lady on the street but a freak in the bed as it were.
Im no racecar driver. I just wanted something kinda quick with enough competence in shit winter weather to get me where I need to go. A wrx/sti is a great option for this.
Jurassic Tech yeah the FA tune is shit and I’d rather risk blowing an EJ over that but the STI and standard WRX are 2 different cars when it comes to driving experience
I know... believe me. If I could have afforded it I would have done the STi in a heart beat. Oh well only another 4.5years till I can risk my warranty lol.
Jurassic Tech yeah I’m looking at the WRX and STI for that 2020 refresh as my next car after I graduate might go Si depending on how much graduate school is to save some money and have more for mods 😂
I can never hate the hondas, had a basic bitch EX civic for a while till it got totaled.
Well, almost every reviewer says it's the nicest daily drive car you can get on the market (as long as it's up for sale.) Ford could be a great choice, but it's a smaller car, it's a hatchback and also rides very harsh.
This is the best car review of all time 😂 I’m loving the humor of this channel
Didn't think the quality of your vids could be improved upon, but that intro, Turbowski's termination... brilliant
Cant deny that it looks better than its competitors. Happy with my 2018 STI 👌🤙🤙
You have a premium exhaust that adds 2 HP... I literally LOLed. Just delete those mufflers already. No need. Also... Kudos on that entering the car shot straight into the cluster... that was awesome.
alphazoom II Ya that entering car shot into the gauge cluster is pretty slick eh
:D
This channel should be the single biggest car channel ever. So top quality and such great humor with the music video
Your reviews are honestly the best
Extremely entertaining and educational review !!!!
@:52 is that Yuri from the Straight Pipes??? lol
Those moves tho
Top 10 Anime Crossovers
I had to go back and pause to make sure! Yay Yuri!
Those legs!
Yuri's the best...
The best car video intro I've watched in a very long time!
This is incredible! Love the intro and the review is top notch.
love your reviews, keep it up.
Man that sound of the STI never gets old!
Legit best car review I’ve EVER watched. This diserved to be on TV
by far my favorite video you've done! you nailed the STI perfectly. magazine lap times and technology great for winning arguments on the internet but the driving experience is the most important aspect.
13:54 I really love the camera angle and the way it shifted. It maybe some sort of cinema magic but really digg it. Keep it up guys. Really appreciate the Honest opinions here. Even Scott's. LoL
Mark A. Stephens its just a camera attached to the door when he shuts it.
CastironCowboy Don't take away the magic LoL
I have a 2004 STI and I love it! It is old school and still all original and still very fast. And it still is a head turner. I am waiting to see what the next Gen is going to look like but it will be hard to beat the original. Subaru rocks they are the first car company to introduce an all wheel drive rocket that kicked everyones ass in 2004 and is still relevant today.
the intro was just awesome !! hillarious ! another cool video in the bag !
Cool transition to the driving segment. I had to watch it twice!
your final thought is also my thoughts about getting the STi over the other competitors on the Market. On Spec comparison, the STi is the slowest of the bunch, but the driving experience is more engaging, and more connected. Good Review!
HOVEY BENJAMIN MADE THAT BEAT
I was excited AF To hear his song on my favorite car channel!
jesus man your reviews are so well put together
Good review, and amazing production, as usual. I particularly liked the shot at 13:56. Well done Mr. Goose.
8:47 *RIP MITSUBISHI
802 Garage muchutashi man, its michutashi, intro 😀😂
😂🤣 Tru!
He really needs to review an Evo. *NEEDS*
Yes, I'm shocked Mr goose hasn't reviewed the Evo FE. I think he would be pleasantly surprised. Always had the edge over the STI.
They are pretty much RIP though... it's not much of a joke. It's true. Sure I miss seeing EVOs but do they make anything good anymore car-wise?
Best car reviewer on YT for sure! The intro was sick!
Wow what a good solid and informative review.
You touched on so many things 101% of the reviewers miss and addressed the car for what it is. Told the truth everywhere; and concluded on what almost everyone who has one of these talks about: the intangible.
👍🏆
The music, the video and everything sooo well put together. Helll yeahh
When Subaru cuts the STi line just like the EVO because people complain like whiney 9 year olds like the comment section, you can thank yourself that there will just be a bunch of soccer mom cvt self driving electric cars left.
Amen brother!
i think eventually it will be illegal to drive fast and dangerously. ok it already is but i mean the carmakers won't be able to make cars that go fast. i can envision total regulation of travel in the future and cars that go fast will become folktales that grandpa talks about.
Man you sure do seem to be very hurt over people talking bad about your toy tuners
Man you sure do seem to be very hurt over people talking bad about your toy tuners
the plan is for self driving electric cars and we will be limited where we can go. electric cars are dependent on charging stations and those will be totally controlled. not good if your social credit score is low. the fture is all about control and reduction of humans since AI will replace a lot of jobs.
i own an RA after 4 years owning an sti and you nail it! RA feels 100 times more connected to the road than the regular STI. no regrets in my decision.
one of the best intro's you've ever done. 10/10
The music video alone is why this is one of THE BEST auto channels on CZcams. Amazing.
I have an 05 sti, so it's just never been worth getting a newer one, due to them having basically the same engine and transmission. But one thing I would like to point out when comparing an STI to cars like the civic r, focus rs, golf f. These cars are all easily tunable to whatever horsepower you desire. It's relatively inexpensive to get a downpipe and ecu tune for any of these cars. So factory power numbers don't really mean much. But the STI has better AWD, better differentials.
Exactly. This guy is an idiot.
Yeah, you really shouldn’t buy a wrx of any kind to leave it stock no matter what version it is. They’re made to be modded.
Oh yeah until the engine blows up because it can only handle like 350 whp 😂
@@youmadbro9779 nope, internals probably won't make it to even 300whp lmao
lol wutttt
I am getting my money's worth as a patron supporter. "Not an Impreza driver anymore."
Affalterbach 1967 I agree his intros always make me laugh
I'm only 3 minutes into this review, and it's already on a higher level than any other car review I've ever seen.
Your content just keeps getting better, awesome video
hory shet
production quality turnt up to EREVEN
Turbowski is back!! 😎🇺🇸
... and Terminated!! 😎
czcams.com/video/z1nWOy4bUgM/video.html "Rear ends are usually pretty muddy".
He looks sharp as well :)
..annnd he's fired for drinking on the job🍺😂
He’s always cranky. Luv him for that.
TOP REVIEW. I LOVE THESE VIDS.SO IN DEPTH.NO OTHER CHANNEL DOES SO MUCH DETAIL
omg, I'm lmfao this whole video... just had to pause and catch my breath at 11:29 when Todd returns. Best review EVAR!
His power level is over 9000
You are ridiculously informative. I have little tolerance for BS, so I appreciate your style.
Your "Final Thoughts" at 20:32 pretty much sums it up for me. This is part of the reason why I love my STI so much!
Arno van Zyl for $50k though the RA should have had a semi closed deck forged 8000 rpm ej207. All the benefits of liking to get wound out, but actually has low end response. Loses the lawn-tractor like “rumble” for twin scroll goodness. And it won’t eat ringlands.
Well done. Thanks for the great review and I definitely love the new camera angles and other car comparisons.
Does it come with a vape pen?
fogdood unfortunately not
NO People "too good at vaping" mod their own vape. But the RA should come with a built in 18650 charger.
What’s a vape pen? One of those devices from like 10 years ago?
I think so if you pre order with it. Make sure you get the subie juice tio
All wrx owners do not vape. I went to the wrx national meet up and I seen 1 or 2 guys not vaping. They were sleeping in their car so I guess they might when they woke.
Oh my God that song was the best. Better than 99% of new music that comes out
ianriggs That's just some mumbling niggas shit
ianriggs True car guys listen to eurobeat and engine sound only
This channel has taken an unexpected turn lately. I like it.
Your final thoughts nail it on the head for me. For someone who's idea of what a car should be stems from the thought that I can feel the car, that I'm not disconnected by cables and sensors, that I can see without needing things beeping and squawking at me, this speaks to me. A lot of people would just tell you to get an older car. But of course that comes with older car issues; worn parts, no warranty, hard to find parts, etc. The fact Subaru is making a car like this, heck, the fact anyone is making a car like this, deserves my attention.
in b4 video hits 1m views due to sick intro haha
Can we get the full track videos of all 3 cars?
Savage!!! I seriously had to play that song at the beginning over again😂😂 keep up the dope reviews bro
I truly hope you channel takes off. Love the humor but not BS take in your videos. Scott is great too. Keep it up!!!!!
Just came from watching one of Doug Demuros videos and wow.. I love this channel! Very insightful and honest! Deserves way more views! Certainly a fresh breath of air!
stay here bro,this guy is the best if you want real technical reviews
Art Vandelay, oh, I am!
Jonny Villa Same thing I said I discovered this channel the beginning of 2018 some of the best reviews on CZcams imo
"All of that adds up to 5 horsepower? 5. Thanks" HAHA
Top notch review but also that's the best intro to date!
Such high quality production! And a cameo of the Straightpipes !
**** NEXT LEVEL SH@! ****
Keep up the superb work!
I’m actually looking for my next ride, it’s been a very long road... but the WRX STI is on my short list. I know this is an RA, but.... the 2019 is very close to this.
I love the channel and I have been a subscriber for a long time, and I ain’t going nowhere.
Lmao that music video was hilarious lmaoo IM DONE FAM
Pro Quality Intro....your best ever and far above the rest......Keep it up....and the content rips..IMFAO!!!!!!!
this is one of my favorite videos ever, informative , funny, thank you sir for making my day.
Hahaha wow man you're intro was damn hilarious! I hope you never change.
OHHHHH MYYYYY I was going to skip this video bc I have no interest in Subaru’s but that intro made it so worth it I’m never skipping a geese video again
You guys do a great car review channel, thanks!
I really enjoyed the video. This guy hits the bulls-eye with all the positive things. Yes it is old school, has the same 2.5 engine ( pretty much ) as my 2007 WRX but that's fine because that is a great engine. Were I in the market for a new STI, would I consider owning one ? Damn straight. Well done Subaru.
What's this? A Subaru review without a stab at Subrudubauurxfan? At least the intro was gold.
Straight forward, no BS review as always!
Lmbo @ Yuri from TheStraightPipes and the mechanic in the intro video.
OMG...becoming a big fan of your reviews....this intro is epic.
"one of my favorite things is three things" - Savagegeese
Could only have been upped with "one of my only favorite things". A cringey speed habit of some people.
11:17 lmfao this is why i love turbowski. i feel the same way
Lol I swear man I never get bored with your reviews.
I've now watched this video twice in 12 hours. This video is a masterpiece.
Haha intro is great! WRX lifestyle in a nutshell