2017 Subaru WRX review from Family Wheels 

Great review, nice to see a different perspective on reviewing a vehicle like this. And I would totally agree that I would love to see this in a hatchback again.

As a family man and owner of my second WRX (2012 then 2015), and I think the steering wheel, seats, manual transmission, and handling are the big highlights. I've been getting very respectable MPG; 29 combined on average with some spirited driving. The only drawback in my opinion is the noisy cabin. I highly recommend the new WRX for a family friendly sports car.

I absolutely love the looks of the WRX... gorgeous

i drive the CVT because i hit heavy traffic every day during my commute in rush hour. it's actually not as bad as people say it is. gives the car two different personalities - makes life easy when you're sitting in traffic and the paddle shifters are very responsive when in fun mode.

You deserve more subs and views, by far the best objective car reviews on RU-vid. Appreciate your enthusiasm for manuals and honesty about the cars. Subarus are a little pricey for fit/finish and interior quality.

I'm a dad, family guy and I love my STi. I daily it everyday. Great video thanks for sharing

Nice review ! From a family use point of view, you need the Subaru Levorg in Canada, which is basically a WRX wagon. Myself and my family, we own a Levorg 1.6 DIT 170 hp here in Belgium, and we are enjoying it very much !

2 year old update, because I loved the video as I'm in the same spot. Wanted a fun car, have a small family, etc. I find the room in the passenger front seat is better on this car with a rear facing child seat than my wife's CX5, I love the steering wheel, it is noisy. Great watch. PS, I have a 2019 if that changes anything.

Nice to hear the reviews from a local perspective as our terrain is different from the rest of the country and the US. Keep up the great work.

I have been impressed with the gas mileage with the WRX. I have a 2017 base model and in mixed driving I average 26.7mpg. I have owned the car for about 10 months.

I have this exact car, same colour, sport tech trim. These cars are the best. So much fun! And great fuel economy . It is on the noisy side, but thats easy to overlook

I hate people that say the hatchback wrx is the more versatile car than the sedan wrx. I find that comment absolutely false because the sedan wrx trunk has a deeper design which initially means the sedan wrx could fit more objects. I know people are going to argue if you fold the rear seats down on a hatchback you could fit more objects than the sedan version can but that argument isn't absolutely true unless you stack the objects all the way up to the roof liner which will initially be dangerous for the driver due to the fact he/she can't see out of the rear window. Also if you were to fold the rear seats down that would mean you could only fit two people in the car now including yourself which would make the hatchback wrx a far less versatile car than the sedan wrx.

Awesome review! I would love to see more sports cars reviewed by you if you don't mind. I have three year old twins and am looking around for a powerful sports sedan that can still function as a family car. Thanks for your time! Keep up the great work!

Thanks for your review..... great job!!! I have a rare red one since August...... love love love it!!!! I find the handling, the power, and "fun" factor incredible!! Had a blast in the winter with four winter tires and now back to the summer tires. I highly recommend this all wheel drive machine!

Hopefully the next gen will be a huge step up.

Howdy from here in Calgary, Paul. I am a recent new subscriber to your videos because I really enjoy them! Not only that, I recommend your YT channel to friends and folks I know. I gotta ask: for this WRX review, where were you driving outside of the city? Some of that scenery is just breathtaking! Keep up the terrific family vehicle videos, my friend! Thumbs up for your insights! 😀

When did Neil Patrick Harris start doing car reviews? Joking! Great review in have the 2018 and I'm in love with it

Very good review very well put together and you know exactly what you're talking about. Keep up the good work and keep the videos coming

Super solid review! I found the information very helpful. Nicely done. I think I might check out the turbocharged Forester too.

Interesting note is that the STI hatchback hd a 40% take rate

This is what I'm gonna get in the 2020 model. Regular WRX. Its my all wheel drive winter toy.

Good review like always...

The resale value is insane for the WRX, but the GTI is so much nicer to drive and own. There's always a trade off

...sales on the hatch were less because Subaru asked for MORE money on them; not much, but more nonetheless; so, people naturally gravitated toward the cheaper option...

awesome review. looking to jump into a wrx from a F150 to free up some cash

The hatchback body won't fit the new frame....I appreciate his candor, but it's not a great review, kind of incomplete. The frame isn't an Impreza frame. As an owner of the '16 Rex, I think he's right on in a couple of places. The car is a blast.

well thought review. very informative

I know it’s an old video but would i expect higher l/100km with the CVT model? Thanks.

Excellent review.

can you review the 2017 Hyundai sport please? Apparently it is surprisingly good, but theres not a lot of reviews out there yet.

Unfortunately the wrx is a little to much $ for this father if 4. So I'm still debating gti or focus st (base trims) I'm waiting til the 2019s start hitting the lots so I can get a nice discount on a 2018

Hey guys! I'm from argentina. Here in my country, cars are way more expensive than in the US and prices are so distorted. That being said, I wanted to ask if you would get a Subaru WRX 2016 (we don't have the 2017), when its actually the same price as a BMW M140i or an Audi S3 or a Golf R (this one it's like 5k cheaper than the WRX). Whats your opinion??

From the side it reminds me of a BMW. I wish there was an option to go stealth with that hood scoop. I'd totally make it my daily driver and give unsuspecting road users a surprise when i zoom past them.

Thank you Canadian

A good review.

Great review! Test drove both CVT and manual. CVT really takes the fun out of driving this car and should be avoided unless commuting in heavy traffic every day.

Just FYI that the Eyesight is available on the WRX Limited CVT models.

I always use premium fuel even if not required. I feel cars runs better. And better fuel economy. Lol could be in my head

9:44 the biggest threat to a man and his performance cars and motorcycles.

the 1st person I've heard complain about the steering wheel.

looking into ordering the 2018 refresh, has anyone had an infant seat in back? not a convertible one like shown in the video, an actual infant seat with a base

Hi Paul! Thanks again for another good car review. I had a WRX Sport-tech 2015 cvt for 1 year and a half before moving into the US. Like you said , with kid sat in front seat position no problem, but forget about traveling with a seat in rear facing position, even with the most compact car seat. The trunk space become smaller and more frustrating with the sport-tech model; subwoofer, speakers and wires are exposed and you really have to take care of it when you put big and thick luggages or large suitcase in the trunk. Finally there's the trunk release button ;) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WYJhXYXjofI.html Regards! NB. I've never regretted the comprimise of the CVT. This car is a winter beast!

Wow! 20% of buyers want a CVT for this car? I would never had guessed the percentage was that high, probably has to do with the changing generations and the death of the manual in general. I'm enjoying my brand new 2017 in manual and I'd NEVER go CVT.

I disagree the hatch does not fit nearly as much as a sedan... I've owned both

Can you do the new civic type R, no one ever mentions the ride quality of it just how it is ok the track

Where do you live in Alberta? It looks beautiful there

How much is the wrx out the door in canada?

Oh wow ..I hadn't heard they dropped the station wagon i got a 2015 so it's been a while since i been to the dealer poking around

can you check out the golf gti or the r?

does it come with navig?

Would love to see your take on the new Hyundai Elantra Sport

Would love to lease or buy one but they are so overpriced and the base trim looks cheap especially the infotainment.

Who would ever buy this car with a cvt and not the classic 6 speed. A non enthusiast for sure.