While the facelifted Subaru Impreza, the one with the manual variant available for indent order, is still available here in the Philippines, Subaru is currently busy updating its entire product lineup. Other models will take a while, but according to numerous sources, both local and international, the next-generation Subaru WRX might be coming soon this year.
So, what’s new?
The Subaru Global Platform
For starters, the upcoming, next-generation 2020 Subaru WRX is finally moving on to use the new Subaru Global Platform (SGP). The high-performance WRX STI will then follow in 2021, according to reports.
As a part of the SGP’s ongoing development, the Japanese New Car Assessment Program already conducted several crash tests. It passed with flying colors thanks to the incorporation of numerous suspension tweaks and technologies. Details on these, however, are still kept as tightly guarded secrets, so we’ll just have to wait until Subaru releases more details.
With the new SGP platform, the WRX might very well look like the Viziv STI Concept
2020 Subaru WRX: A bold new design
When exterior styling is concerned, the new WRX will closely follow the design elements of the Subaru Viziv Performance concept. It will have a lot of aggressive curves, a wide, low stance, as well as a set of new headlights and taillights.
Inside, the new 2020 Subaru WRX might mirror the Viziv’s bright, mostly cream, interior with a lot of aluminum highlights. There’s also a larger touchscreen and a different looking dashboard.
2020 Subaru WRX: New Tech
Apart from style changes, the new WRX is also rumored to get an updated version of the Subaru Eyesight. It will come with more driver-assist features and some are even saying that Subaru is considering giving it semi-autonomous driving capabilities.
It's going to be lighter but it will still come with a boxer engine/all-wheel-drive combo
2020 Subaru WRX: New Engines
And lastly, the upcoming WRX, as well as the WRX STI, will each be getting lighter, turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engines with smaller displacements. This reflects Subaru’s commitment to making more fuel-efficient cars without compromising performance.
Sources are also saying that the new WRX might still come with a manual transmission but we wouldn’t count on that. What we’re sure of however is the return of Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel-drive.
Currently, the Subaru WRX for the model year 2020 is still locally available
Are you excited to see what the upcoming, 2020 Subaru WRX will look like? If you do, keep reading here on Philkotse.com.
Know more about Subaru WRX 2024
The all-new 2024 Subaru WRX is a compact, four-door sedan. Locally, it has two different variants. There’s the WRX 6MT and the WRX CVT EyeSight. The price for these ranges from Php 2,788,000 to Php 2,888,000.
Size-wise, the Subaru WRX sedan is 4,670mm long, 1825mm wide, and 1,465mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,675mm.
Under the hood of the Subaru WRX is a 2.4-liter turbocharged boxer-four gasoline engine. At maximum, this can produce up to 271 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to all four wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission.
Locally, the WRX is comparable with the likes of the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Lexus IS.
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Subaru WRX Launch
The all-new Subaru WRX debuted for the Philippine market in June 2022 as a 2023 model. It was introduced along with the wagon version. Currently, this model has two different variants. There’s the WRX 6MT and the WRX CVT EyeSight.
Subaru WRX Exterior
For exterior equipment, the all-new WRX gets a pair of LED headlamps with auto-leveling, LED front fog lamps, LED taillights, and power-folding side mirrors. The WRX MT and WRX CVT EyeSight then ride on a set of 18-inch Aluminum-alloy wheels.
All trims also come with sports side garnish, a trunk spoiler, and twin-dual tail mufflers. Only the top-spec WRX tS and the mid-spec WRX CVT may come with a power-sliding sunroof.
Subaru WRX Interior
The WRX can seat up to five. It then provides its occupants with fabric or suede seats, and a dual-zone automatic climate control system with rear vents. It also comes with sport pedals, rain-sensing wipers, a leather steering wheel, a push-to-start button, etc.
Technology & Safety Features
For safety, the Subaru WRX’s higher-spec variants are equipped with the EyeSight driver assist suite. This includes autonomous emergency braking, lane centering control, adaptive steering control, and lane departure prevention, among other features.
The WRX also gets a hill-start assist, active torque vectoring, seven airbags, a reverse camera, a driver monitoring system, etc.
Platform & Chassis
The all-new WRX uses the Subaru Global Platform. It shares this with other Subaru Philippine models like the XV, the WRX Wagon, etc.
It then uses a MacPherson strut front suspension and a double-wishbone rear suspension. Disc brakes then handle braking for all four wheels.
Of note, the heaviest WRX variant is the top-spec WRX tS CVT EyeSight, which clocks in at 1,612kg. The lightest meanwhile is the WRX MT, which has a curb weight of 1,515kg.
Engine & Drivetrain
Powering all variants of the Subaru WRX is a 2.4-liter boxer-four turbo engine that can make up to 271 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. Depending on the trim, it either gets a six-speed manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission with a paddle shifter manual mode. Like most Subarus, the WRX is an all-wheel-drive vehicle.
As an AWD sports sedan inspired by Rally, the Subaru WRX is a unique model in the local market. The closest competitors are the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2024 and BMW 3 Series.
Subaru WRX 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Subaru WRX 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Subaru WRX 6MT | ₱2,788,000 |
| Subaru WRX CVT EyeSight | ₱2,888,000 |
| Subaru WRX tS EyeSight (indent-order) | ₱3,168,000 |
Subaru WRX Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sleek exterior design
- Latest version of the Subaru EyeSight
- More powerful engine
Cons
- Trunk space isn't large
Subaru WRX FAQs
1. Is the Subaru WRX a sports coupe?
The Subaru WRX is a sporty 5-seat sedan to be exact.
2. Does the Subaru WRX have a sunroof?
Yes, this compact sedan from Subaru does come with a sunroof.
3. Is the Subaru WRX featured with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay?
Yes, the WRX comes with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
₱ 2,608,000 - ₱ 2,908,000
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