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Subaru WRX Showcases Its Performance Chops

September 29, 2020 by admin 1 Comment


Subaru’s WRX pulls out all the performance stops.



Compact sedans typically are Point A to Point B models that deliver an admirable blend of cost, standard amenities, and efficiency. Most models can be had beginning from under $20,000, with well-equipped models costing just a few thousand dollars more.

Subaru takes a different approach to the segment, by offering standard all-wheel drive and two model types based on the same chassis. The standard model is the Impreza. The performance variants are the WRX and WRX STI.

The WRX family is legendary with few true competitors outside of the Volkswagen GTI and R as well as the now-retired Ford Focus ST and RS. A scarcity of competitors doesn’t mean the market has dried up, but it does translate into Subaru operating largely unchallenged in a niche segment.


2020 Subaru WRX Review


Subaru offers the 2020 WRX in five trims: WRX ($27,495), WRX Premium ($29,795), WRX Limited ($32,095), WRX STI ($36,995), WRX STI Limited ($41,695). Add $900 for the destination charge.

Our test “Series White” model is one of only 500 made. This one features a special Option Package ($4,200) comprised of various performance, exterior, and interior upgrades. These include a Brembo Performance Braking System, a sport-tuned suspension system with Bilstein dampers, ultra-suede performance Recaro front bucket seats, LED steering response lights, and LED fog lights: Also: bronze-finish 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, keyless entry with push-button start, an 8-way power driver’s seat, and black trim accents inside and outside highlight this package. Add in special molding and a rear bumper applique, and the total price was $35,290.



Exterior

Is the WRX intimidating? Not to the degree of some models with gaping grilles, huge LED lights, and fat body skirting. There is only so much you can do to add styling elements to what is essentially an Impreza sedan.

But the WRX does make a strong effort thanks to its large front intakes, noticeable side sills, and hefty rear diffuser. The standard wheels look great, but the STI models bring in 19-inch wheels and a big rear wing. Or, you can replace the rear wing with a small lip spoiler – that’s an option Subaru supplies.

Most models come with either 17- or 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels set within summer performance tires. LED headlights appear with the Limited; a power slide-and-tilt moonroof slots in with the Premium trim.

Other features include standard power- and folding side mirrors, available heated mirrors, and halogen headlights (Premium) or LED fog lights (Limited).




Interior

We’ve had misgivings about Recaro seats, especially in the Ford Mustang GT where we found them uncomfortable. Too bolstered and hard for our tastes, those sets of Recaros increased whatever back pain we had. And that was a lot.

Happily, the Recaros in the WRX are not the same. Sure, they’re generously bolstered, but we found them sufficiently padded and not uncomfortable.

We can’t say the WRX’s interior dazzles. It does not. But that isn’t its mission – this is a driver-centric model with driver information split between the instrument panel and a second display located on top of the center stack. There’s enough plastic to remind you of its humble origins, but there is also soft-touch materials and metal trim to soothe.

Most models come with performance-designed front bucket seats with the Recaros appearing further up the trim chain or as an option. You’ll find either 8- or 10-way power driver’s seat on some trims. All models come with a 60/40 split-fold down bench seat that leads to a trunk measuring a modest 12 cubic feet.

The requisite flat-bottomed steering wheel is wrapped in leather and features red stitching. Cloth upholstery is standard; ultra-suede with leather or leather-trimmed upholstery is also available. All trims come with aluminum-alloy pedal covers.




Tech

Only the base WRX comes with a 6.5-inch touch-screen display, otherwise, a 7-inch display is standard. Some trims include navigation, but with standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone compatibility, you don’t need it.

Other features bring in satellite radio, HD Radio, and a CD player. You’ll also find Bluetooth, two USB ports, and an auxiliary jack. Nothing unusual here as Subaru covers what’s expected.

A 6-speaker audio package is standard, but a Harman Kardon system is optional on some trims. That one comes with 9 speakers and a 440-watt amplifier.



Safety

It’s almost as if Subaru wants customers to buy a WRX with a CVT as that’s where you’ll find its full suite of driver-assist technology. It’s called EyeSight Driver Assist Technology and it has adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking, and lane departure and sway warning. We’ve seen adaptive cruise control on models with a stick shift before – you just can’t include full stop and go as the driver must be fully engaged at that point.

Most of the other safety features are trim specific or are included with an options package. Specifically, blind-spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross-traffic alert, reverse automatic braking, and high-beam assist is a bundled option beginning with the WRX Limited. Overall, the WRX is behind what some competitors offer or what most Subaru models supply. Perhaps when the next-generation WRX rolls out in a year or two we’ll see improvements in what’s offered.



Performance

The Subaru WRX comes with two engine choices: hot and hotter yet. Both engines feature horizontally opposed cylinders for a flat design that allows engine output to flow directly into the transmission, which sits behind the engine and not to the side.

But the benefits don’t stop there, which makes us wonder why other manufacturers (besides Porsche) don’t use this “BOXER” design. Indeed, the BOXER sits lower in the engine bay, effectively lowering the center of gravity for improved drive and handling. Further, the design ensures reduced vibration and better fuel efficiency. We think the answer to our wonderment has something to do with the vehicle’s architecture. Thus, Subaru designs its vehicles for the engine, not the other way around.

The two WRX engines add turbochargers and displace 2.0- and 2.5-liters, respectively. The first three WRX trims come with the 2.0-liter turbocharged flat-four that generates 268 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.

Both STI trims get a 2.5-liter turbocharged BOXER with 310 horsepower and 290 pound-feet of torque. While the first engine works with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission, the STI models utilize a 6-speed manual exclusively.

Our Series White model had the standard engine with the 6-speed manual. From the get-go, we knew that this powertrain combination was a strong one. We found out just how capable it is by driving on some of our favorite backroads in central North Carolina – places where the scenery is beautiful, the traffic is little, and law enforcement is not on the prowl.

Kudos to Subaru for engineering a transmission with silky-smooth shifts and flawless clutch uptake. If you’re new to driving a manual, this one won’t intimidate you. Yes, you still must become accustomed to three-pedal foot action, but the experience should result in a reasonably pleasing driving time. Moreover, the manual is far superior to the CVT and its simulated eight forward gears. To us, it is pointless to consider this vehicle with anything but the manual, even with the available safety features on tap.

Subaru imbues the WRX with all the driving characteristics expected in a performance model from direct and weighted steering, to poised handling, and with solid braking. What Subaru does that amplifies the experience is standard all-wheel drive. Indeed, with such a system in place, power transfers to the rear wheels when you need it most, as in on slippery roads and when cornering. It’s an unfair advantage for rally car racing that Subaru exploits and one that benefits the driver.

Being unfair is absolutely okay, especially when you’re behind the wheel of the WRX. The car just feels so right on so many levels. The level we like is fast, although even keeping at highway speed and weaving in and out of traffic (using your turn signals, of course), underscores how well this sedan moves.

From a dead stop and quickly moving up to 60 mph, the WRX reaches that speed in second or third gear, pushing the redline while pressing forward. A restrained engine roar and low exhaust moan are the accompaniment – other vehicles may have a more pronounced cacophony, but we weren’t about to complain. Slamming on the brakes brought this sedan to a quick and short stop thanks to the Brembo braking system. In a car with this potency, the brakes should at least match the prowess of the powertrain.

In all, the WRX performs the way we want. But for a small group of individuals, only the STI will satisfy as it is the ideal model for the track. For everyone else, the standard WRX strikes a wonderful balance between commuter and rally cars. Shop carefully and you should drive away from your Subaru dealer with a nicely equipped model for about $30,000.



Competitive Set

We mentioned models from Volkswagen and Ford as WRX competitors. Throw in the Honda Civic Si and Type R for good measure. It’s too bad Mitsubishi no longer makes the Lancer and its Evo variant, especially the latter which effectively ruled the roost for many years.

The WRX is by no means a luxury model, but there are a few upper-end models that offer similar performance thrills, including the Audi S3 and Mercedes-Benz CLA. However, you’ll pay much more for either choice, and that’s what makes the Subaru so appealing to a strong cohort of believers.


Our Recommendation


If money isn’t a big issue, we’d explore the STI trims from the onset. All that additional power at the ready simply amplifies this vehicle’s performance credentials. And it won’t leave you wondering about “what could have been” if only you opted for the best.

That said, you cannot go wrong by accepting any WRX model, especially one with the manual gearbox. Again, we’d avoid the CVT as it is essentially counter-intuitive to this model’s performance-laden mission.



2020 Subaru WRX Specifications

  • Sticker price from $27,495 to $41,695
  • Seats 5
  • Engine No. 1: 2.0-liter turbocharged flathead gas
  • 268 horsepower @ 5,600 RPM
  • 258 foot-pounds of torque @ 2,000 to 5,200 RPM
  • 6-speed manual or continuously variable transmission
  • Engine No. 2: 2.5-liter turbocharged flathead gas
  • 310 horsepower @ 6,000 RPM
  • 290 foot-pounds of torque @ 4,000 to 5,250 RPM
  • 6-speed manual transmission
  • Wheelbase: 104.3 inches
  • Length: 180.9 inches
  • Width: 70.7 inches
  • Height: 58.1 inches
  • Passenger volume: 96.6 cubic feet
  • Storage volume: 12 cubic feet
  • NR
  • EPA: 21/27/23 (2.0L stick); 18/24/21 (CVT); 16/22/19 (2.5L) mpg city/highway/combined
  • Premium gasoline
  • Fuel tank: 15.9 gallons (gas)
  • Curb weight: From 3,294 to 3,514 pounds
  • IIHS safety rating: Top Safety Pick
  • Vehicle assembly: Lafayette, Indiana

See Also — 10 Things We Like About the Subaru Legacy

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Filed Under: New Car Reviews Tagged With: 6-SPEED MANUAL, all-wheel drive, compact sedan, CVT, Subaru, SUBARU IMPREZA, SUBARU WRX, Subaru WRX STI

About the 2019 Genesis G70

September 1, 2018 by admin 6 Comments

Updated September 19, 2018, to include model year price information.

We have fresh information about the Genesis G70.

2019 Genesis G70
The 2019 Genesis G70 arrives this fall.

The 2019 Genesis G70 is one of three sedans sold by Hyundai’s luxury brand. It has several things we like, including standard rear-wheel drive, an available 6-speed manual gearbox and tough looks. Its arrival, though, comes as the market tilts heavily to SUVs.

Updates for 2019

The 2019 G70 is an all-new model. Its joins the midsize G80 and the large G90 sedans in rounding out Genesis’ sedan lineup. The next three models scheduled to appear in the Genesis portfolio include at least two SUVs and one not-yet-announced body type. They can’t arrive fast enough as sedan sales are small.

Shopping for a 2019 Genesis G70

As a compact luxury sedan, the Genesis G70 takes on the industry’s strongest models, including the pacesetting BMW 3 Series. Other competitors in this segment include the Cadillac ATS, Lexus IS, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4 and the Infiniti Q50.

The Genesis G70 has room for five, although rear space is tight, especially concerning legroom. Its trunk is very small too, measuring just 11 cubic feet. That’s still larger than the 2018 ATS Sedan’s 10.4 cubic feet, but less than the 13 cubic feet in the Audi A4.

2019 Genesis G70

There are two engine choices available and both offer distinct power advantages. The standard engine is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine good for 252 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Also available is a twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6 engine with an output of 365 horsepower and 376 pound-feet of torque.

Both engines work with an 8-speed automatic transmission. However, the base engine with rear-wheel drive supplies an optional 6-speed manual gearbox. That’s an increasingly uncommon option in this segment. Besides standard rear-wheel drive, customers can choose all-wheel drive.

The most efficient G70 is the standard rear-wheel-drive model with the automatic transmission. This one earns 22 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. That’s a combined 3 mpg better than the manual. Opt for the V6 and your EPA-estimated fuel economy comes in as high as 18 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.

2019 Genesis G70

Trims to Consider

Genesis offers the 2019 G70 2.0T in six trim levels: Advanced, Elite, Prestige, Dynamic, Sport and Sport M/T, while G70 3.3T variants are available in four trim levels: Advanced, Elite, Prestige and Sport.

All prices do not include the $995 destination charge.

Standard equipment includes LED daytime running lights, LED taillights, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators, 18-inch alloy wheels with Michelin all-season tires and a hands-free smart trunk.

All models come with a proximity key with push-button start, stainless steel front door sill plates, a 12-way power driver’s seat including four-way power lumbar, power windows with front and rear automatic up and down, an 8-way power passenger’s seat, an electronic parking brake, and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat. Also, dual automatic climate control, a perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with HomeLink, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, imitation leather seats, illuminated front vanity mirrors with sliding sun visors, a rear seat folding armrest with cup holders, and a front map light and pin light. Further, you’ll find a Bluetooth hands-free phone system, a rearview camera with parking guidelines, and steering wheel audio, cruise and phone controls.

You’ll also find HD Radio, three USB ports (two front, one rear), a 7-inch color LCD multi-information display, Genesis Connected Services telematics, an 8-inch display audio screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, and a rearview camera with parking guidelines

Advanced ($34,900 RWD, $36,900 AWD)

The above listed standard equipment is covered in this trim. Select the all-wheel-drive option and this model gains a heated steering wheel.

Choose the twin-turbo 3.3 engine and the price starts at $43,750 ($45,750 for all-wheel drive).

Elite ($39,900 RWD, $41,900 AWD)

Building on the Advanced trim, the Elite adds such features as full LED headlights, front and rear parking sensors, power-folding, auto-dimming exterior mirrors with approach lights, and a sunroof. You’ll also find a power tilt and telescopic steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, leather seats, navigation and a 15-speaker Lexicon audio system.

Choose the twin-turbo 3.3 engine and the price starts at $45,500 ($47,500 for all-wheel drive).

Prestige ($44,900, AWD Only)

The middle trim features low-beam assist, Nappa leather seats, a power driver seat cushion extension, front passenger four-way power lumbar support, heated rear seats, a surround-view monitor, a heads-up display (HUD) and a Qi wireless charging pad.

Choose the twin-turbo 3.3 engine and the price starts at $45,500 ($47,500 for all-wheel drive).

Dynamic ($48,000 RWD, $50,000 AWD)

Building on the Prestige trim, the Dynamic model adds two performance elements: 19-inch alloy wheels with Michelin PS4 summer tires and a limited-slip differential for rear-wheel drive models only.

Sport ($49,500 RWD, $51,500 AWD)

The Sport level builds on the Dynamic trim and adds such exterior embellishments as a dark chrome grille, copper headlight accents and dark tint taillight covers.

Launch Editions

Genesis will offer a pair of launch editions. The Design begins at $48,750 and the Dynamic comes in at $50,750. Add $2,000 for all-wheel drive.

Standard safety features include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection (FCA), Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Rear Cross-traffic Collision Warning (RCCW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC), High Beam Assist (HBA) and Driver Attention Warning (DAW).

2019 Genesis G70

Buyer’s Choice

We’re going to weasel out from selecting a recommended trim. Likely, your choice will have everything to do with the type of driver you are.

If performance is your passion, then the base engine with the manual gearbox may be right for you. That said, the V6 engine supplies the kick that takes the rear-wheel-drive version from 0-60 mph in just 4.5 seconds.

Decisions, decisions…but the choices are quite good no matter how you look at it.


See Also — Genesis to Separate From Hyundai Showrooms

Genesis G70 photos copyright the Genesis Brand. All rights reserved.

Filed Under: New Models Tagged With: 2019 cars, 6-SPEED MANUAL, all-wheel drive, Genesis, Genesis G70, Hyundai, luxury sedan, rear-wheel drive, turbo

Happy Holidays: Enjoy the Porsche Cayman S Eye Candy

December 27, 2013 by admin 9 Comments

Porsche Cayman S delivers the bite.

2014 Porsche Cayman S
Some like it hot: 2014 Porsche Cayman S.

Porsche Cayman S

Porsche is a name that is widely known, but it may not be fully understood by the motoring public outside of sports car enthusiasts. Personally, I straddle the line between the two camps, preferring sport sedans (Dodge Charger, BMW 3 Series, et al) for practical reasons: I need a back seat for my two teen boys, but my playful side immediately warms up to most any coupe outfitted with a robust engine paired with a stick shift, including one recent Christmas season visitor: the 2014 Porsche Cayman S.

Second Generation Cayman

The Cayman line has been updated for 2014, retaining the styling cues that have defined this mid-engine sports car since its 2005 debut. The Cayman is the coupe version of the Boxster cabriolet, itself introduced in the late 1990s. Thus, these two models are mechanically the same and are treated as a singular model line by Porsche itself.

Among German sports car faithful you may hear dark whispers that the Cayman does a better job of upholding the brand’s iconic good looks than the 911, the quintessential Porsche line that celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2013. Those whispers may be received as blasphemy for Porsche purists who define authentic Porsches as those with a rear-engine, rear-wheel drive layout. Yet, there is an element of truth here too: the current 911 is slightly larger than the previous generation model although its mechanical underpinnings remain true to the original Porsche.

2014 Porsche Cayman SAs for this intrepid writer, he knows better than to insert himself in any controversy that cannot possibly deliver an irrefutable response, one he prefers to leave for the purists and enthusiasts to debate. Instead, just hand him the keys and he’ll slide behind the wheel, acquaint himself with the ignition layout, start the engine and promptly take to the road and put it through the paces.

Those paces are enjoyed with the larger of two boxer (horizontally-opposed) engines sitting in the middle of this sports car: a 3.4-liter flathead six cylinder making 325 horsepower at 7,400 rpm and 272 foot-pounds of torque at 4,500 rpm. The standard Cayman is outfitted with a 2.7-liter boxer engine making 275 horsepower at 7,400 rpm and 213 foot-pounds of torque at 4,500 rpm. Both engines are paired with a 6-speed manual or can be equipped with an optional 7-speed dual-clutch automatic with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

2014 Porsche Cayman S

The tested Porsche Cayman S (priced from $63,800) carried an $88,835 sticker price including a $6,730 infotainment package highlighted by a deliciously magnificent Burmester audio system — more about that later. For budget conscious shoppers, the tamer standard 2014 Porsche Cayman retails from a more attainable $52,600. Allow me to cut to the chase here: if you can afford a Porsche, opt for the Cayman S and dress it as you please. Avoid the totally pointless and needless angst that you might otherwise feel.

There is another argument about sports cars that I would like to see laid to rest: “there is no replacement for displacement.” True, higher displacement engines typically bang out more horsepower and torque, and drive faster. Then again, with direct fuel injection, turbochargers, and valve lift technology, smaller engines can provide much power too and in some cases outperform larger engines. Ford has demonstrated this point with its line of EcoBoost engines.

For Porsche, you don’t see turbochargers for the Boxster/Cayman. What you do get is direct fuel injection and VarioCam Plus, the latter combining intake-side camshaft control (VarioCam) and intake side valve lift switchover (Plus) to maximize power and improve the engine’s torque characteristics. No longer available is the Cayman R with its free-flowing exhaust system and 10-hp boost.

Rumored to make an appearance at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show was a turbocharged Porsche Cayman S. With four cylinders. That vehicle did not appear nor were the rumors of an upcoming turbocharged version quelled.

So, let me say this: as delightful that its engine is, the Cayman’s performance is trumped by its exemplary steering and emotional handling. Of course the two go hand-in-hand especially when you’re pushing up the rpms. And the easy shifting transmission shifter is as balanced as this sports car is capable, what allows the driver to handle every twist and turn of the road with equanimity and the parking lot doughnuts you may try with its stability control shut off. And should you stall out the engine in one of your romps, it’ll automatically restart when the clutch is engaged.

2014 Porsche Cayman S

The Cayman looks as if it is always on the go.

Sport Chrono Package

Equipped with a Sport Chrono package, the Porsche Cayman S is best experienced by activating the Sport Plus setting, what automagically enhances chassis, engine and transmission settings, and calibrates the suspension for harder damping and controlled steering for the ultimate in road-hugging excitement. The Cayman S connects the driver to the road by providing confident steering, excellent grip and it can also take 90 degree truns brake free. And those times that you have to stop fast you’ll appreciate how quickly its braking energy is mobilized and how obedient this two-seater is on demand.

Porsche makes the most of a diminutive cabin by equipping the Cayman S with seats that are comfortable, highly supportive, and adjust in 14 ways. Insane changes in December ambient temperatures meant giving both the seat heating and cooling features a work out, mostly to extend the comfort level for those longer drives. There was no back massager present, but enough heat was dispensed to limit the attendant sports car stiffness.

Several performance upgrades and in-cabin amenities added $25,000 to the Cayman’s sticker price. It may seem difficult to fully appreciate the difference that it makes, but the Burmester Highend Surround Sound audio system provided the best audio clarity I have ever heard inside of a car or elsewhere as a matter of fact. Forget going to Carnegie Hall — the acoustics were phenomenal with every dazzling note and vibrating beat accentuated. And the timing at Christmas was especially welcome — Yes, “repeat the sounding joy!”

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Porsche Cayman S in a Mid-Engine Package

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The front and rear storage areas are small, but add up to 15 cubic feet of storage room or what the average midsize sedan delivers. You can place a pair of average size duffle bags in the rear compartment and boxes or other square containers in the deep hole found in the front compartment. Two deep covered storage trays also sit in the rear compartment, large enough to hold your stash of…. Okay, let’s not go there.

Porsche swiped the wheels from the 911, outfitting this model with 20-inch Carrera wheels. Low-profile Pirelli P-Sport tires were the right fat boys for this ride, offering a practical complement to the wheels or as one friend exclaimed, “those tires are sick! ” And the distinctive air scoops fore of the rear tires are both a strong design statement and act as air inductors for the engine. This athlete is ripped and has the six-pack abs to cover its polished frame.

2014 Porsche Cayman S.

Fat boys tires are set within beautiful 20-inch wheels.

Deciding for the Porsche Cayman S

While there yet remains clear distinctions between 911 and Cayman, it should be noted that the upstart model has its place in the Porsche line. Its design is phenomenal, delivering the requisite eye candy and enough intimidation to get everyone to notice. Its net storage areas trump the 911 and while its muscle-pumping performance is overshadowed by its iconic sibling, its driving characteristics may have you seriously considering the second generation of the newer arrival.

Come summer 2014, a fifth Porsche model will hit the market: the Macan — a small sport utility vehicle. With a starting price around $40,000, the newest model will mostly likely outsell Porsche’s current best selling Cayenne SUV. The Porsche brand is changing, but when it comes to sports cars the Porsche Cayman S has the bite and moves worthy of its name.

2014 Porsche Cayman S

  • Sticker price from $63,800
  • Price as tested: $88,835
  • Seats 2 occupants
  • 3.4-liter 24-valve six cylinder boxer engine
  • 325 horsepower @ 7,400 rpm
  • 273 foot-pounds of torque @ 4,500 rpm
  • 3.82 inches bore by 3.05 inches stroke
  • Engine compression ratio: 12.5-to-1
  • Six-speed manual transmission
  • Wheelbase: 97.4 inches
  • Length: 172.4 inches
  • Width: 70.9 inches
  • Height: 51 inches
  • Passenger volume: N/A
  • Storage volume: 15 cubic feet (5.3-ft. front; 9.7-ft. rear)
  • Towing capacity: N/A
  • EPA: 20 mpg city, 28 mpg hwy.
  • Premium grade gasoline
  • Fuel tank: 16.9 gallons
  • Curb weight: From 2,910 pounds
  • Vehicle assembly: Osnabruck, Germany

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