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I'm looking for a pokey 4x4.
We have a WRX hatchback on the fleet, and I'm after something with space, pace and real grip. We live out in the Dales so grip in snow is a must.
I plan to keep the WRX and am looking at Golf RS32 v an STi.
Auto would favour the Golf but does grip favour the STi?
What else should I consider ?
All ideas welcome.
We have a WRX hatchback on the fleet, and I'm after something with space, pace and real grip. We live out in the Dales so grip in snow is a must.
I plan to keep the WRX and am looking at Golf RS32 v an STi.
Auto would favour the Golf but does grip favour the STi?
What else should I consider ?
All ideas welcome.
Modding your WRX Wagon would give you what you are looking for.
It certainly has the grip, and the space in the back is good to fit to big dogs which i've done many times for trips to scotland. Add to that a bike rack, 3 bikes and all out stuff on the back seat and you are ready for some serious mile munching at pace. As for pace, it's certainly quicker than an R32 out of the box, if you don't think it is then you're not driving it quickly enough
Minor mods to exhaust and induction will see 270-280bhp and 290-310lbft torque. Further mods to exhaust, injectors and turbo will safely see to 330bhp and similar torque. More than that and you will be near to limits that could see the WRX engine and gearbox fall down.
An STi won't give you the space. A modded WRX will be every bit as quick and then some over a standard STi.
Maybe what you want is something like a Forester or Legacy Estate. Forester has bit more ground clearance over a WRX wagon and bit more space in the boot. Legacy has a cavernous boot, more cabin space and plenty of pace. All Subaru are great handling in any conditions out of the box.
Golf R32 might look better, have good build quality and nicer interiors but it's not quicker, roomier or better handling than a Subaru. Plus Subaru reliability is second to none.
I rest my case your honour!!
It certainly has the grip, and the space in the back is good to fit to big dogs which i've done many times for trips to scotland. Add to that a bike rack, 3 bikes and all out stuff on the back seat and you are ready for some serious mile munching at pace. As for pace, it's certainly quicker than an R32 out of the box, if you don't think it is then you're not driving it quickly enough
Minor mods to exhaust and induction will see 270-280bhp and 290-310lbft torque. Further mods to exhaust, injectors and turbo will safely see to 330bhp and similar torque. More than that and you will be near to limits that could see the WRX engine and gearbox fall down.
An STi won't give you the space. A modded WRX will be every bit as quick and then some over a standard STi.
Maybe what you want is something like a Forester or Legacy Estate. Forester has bit more ground clearance over a WRX wagon and bit more space in the boot. Legacy has a cavernous boot, more cabin space and plenty of pace. All Subaru are great handling in any conditions out of the box.
Golf R32 might look better, have good build quality and nicer interiors but it's not quicker, roomier or better handling than a Subaru. Plus Subaru reliability is second to none.
I rest my case your honour!!
I love it! Thanks for the advice.
I do like the idea of boning the WRX up to nearer 300 bhp.
The car I was looking to trade in is my trusty Outback 3.0 Rn. Goes like a train and carries like one too. We're tight for parking and the family grew up and left, so smaller is better. The WRX is Mrs. NailedOn's car so the next one is for me.
I'd looked at some later 5 door STis and they look like terrific value. The saloons are out of my price range just now, but I could live with a hatch back for sure.
Hear what you say about the Golf. Never had a GTI but do wonder if they are hyped up.
Cheers
I do like the idea of boning the WRX up to nearer 300 bhp.
The car I was looking to trade in is my trusty Outback 3.0 Rn. Goes like a train and carries like one too. We're tight for parking and the family grew up and left, so smaller is better. The WRX is Mrs. NailedOn's car so the next one is for me.
I'd looked at some later 5 door STis and they look like terrific value. The saloons are out of my price range just now, but I could live with a hatch back for sure.
Hear what you say about the Golf. Never had a GTI but do wonder if they are hyped up.
Cheers
The Outback 3.6 is starting to look good value. Clearly no hatch, but some out there for £20k. Just looked at the spec and they are faster and more economical than the 3.0. Rn that I have.
Hmm...
Separately, does anyone like the XV? Reviews are poor and dealers are discounting by £2,300.
Hmm...
Separately, does anyone like the XV? Reviews are poor and dealers are discounting by £2,300.
NailedOn said:
The Outback 3.6 is starting to look good value. Clearly no hatch, but some out there for £20k. Just looked at the spec and they are faster and more economical than the 3.0. Rn that I have.
Hmm...
Separately, does anyone like the XV? Reviews are poor and dealers are discounting by £2,300.
Just acquired a 3.6 outback. Absolutely fab car. You would not be disappointed. Hmm...
Separately, does anyone like the XV? Reviews are poor and dealers are discounting by £2,300.
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