Dds 2015 manual subaru wrx cvt vs 6-speed automatic

Dec 17, 2014 adding an automatic, i figured, reduced the appeal of the wrx. The 2015 wrx, cvt or manual, comes with many tangible improvements, but is also a bit scaled back in its flavor compared to the car it replaces. Subarus lineartronic cvt vs 6speed manual in the wrx. Honestly cvts have made a lot of peogress and i didnt hate it like i thought i would, but it still wasnt as good as the manual. Only thing the auto gave was the ability for my wife to drive the car. Subaru wrx wrx sti standard transmission 6speed 2015, cable shift arm kit by kartboy. Toss in the continuously variable transmission cvt automatic transmission and those figures climb to 27 mpg city36 mpg hwy. This kit is intended for the wrx or sti six speed manual transmission. With this product, you can easily install both your transmission oil cooler and electric fan.

The engine is mated to either a 6speed manual transmission or, in premium or limited versions, a cvt automatic. Even without the manual, the 2015 subaru wrx is still loads of fun around town. Now, youve heard from editor bober, who has deemed the cvttoting subaru wrx superior to the manual version, and from me who has firmly stated the exact opposite. The brzfrs six speed is a different gearbox and requires less fluid. Subaru impreza questions cvt transmission failure cargurus. Jun 16, 2016 the subaru wrx is an impreza that pumps iron, and the wrx sti is the impreza on steroids. Impreza wrx 5mt manual transmissions subaru jdm engines. Subaru impreza used transmissions for sale automaticmanual. Also new for 2015 is a 6speed manual transmissiona first for a wrx sans sti in the states.

May 12, 2014 the 2015 subaru wrx is one of this years standout new performance cars. Jun 27, 2014 the 2015 wrx, cvt or manual, comes with many tangible improvements, but is also a bit scaled back in its flavor compared to the car it replaces. Auto wrx s have a better awd split and are more reliable in the sense they dont fail as much as the manuals. Subaru quietly drops a key feature on the new 2017 impreza. The 2018 wrx debuts a more aggressive frontend design with a larger lower grille opening. Driving has become more than just an activity designed to get us to our destinations. Each has its own version of a stiffened impreza chassis, turbocharged engine and allwheeldrive system. At first we made fun a bit, then after driving it, and using the multiple sport modes that you dont get on any other wrx other than the sti, i was quite pleased, and you wont regret a thing. This is a sports car designed to be driven fast on curvy mountain roads. Also, see repair breakdown by problem area and cost. See, now the wrx is available with an automatic transmission. The manual offers precise throws for people willing to row their own and adds one more cog than the imprezas base 5speed manual. The cvt transmission on my 2012 subaru impreza completely failed at 55,000 miles and luckily was replaced under the 60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Read this motor trend 2015 wrx cvt first test for more.

Adding an automatic, i figured, reduced the appeal of the wrx. Subaru wrx in virginia, united states apr 2014 mar 2016. Whether you need subaru impreza 4speed, 5speed, 6speed automatic or manual transmission or transfer case. At the test track, this cvtequipped wrx lagged the stick version, the quartermile taking 14. Around 60 percent of new wrx buyers are new to the brand.

Especially, i figured, since the automatic transmission now available bolted to the back of the wrxs boosted flatfour was of the cvt variety. Please let us know before making the purchase and we will adjust the package. I am looking and the mazda cx5 and 9 as a replacement for the forester. Wrx sti version 9 ty856wb8ka manual transmission, jdm 6speed impreza aline complete 6mt 20022005. Our network of salvage yards offers high quality subaru auto or truck transmissions with low mileage, great warranty and best customer service. And if youre considering putting one of these affordable allwheeldrive sport sedans in your driveway, you have a. Lets face it, not all wrx buyers are diehard subaru fans. I do a driving comparison and talk about whether a manual subaru wrx or a. See realworld 2015 subaru wrx repair histories as reported by other 2015 subaru wrx owners. Auto wrxs have a better awd split and are more reliable in the sense they dont fail as much as the manuals.

The tradeoff for such figures, however, is a rather weak 148horsepower engine. Two models are offered, the 268horsepower wrx and the 305horsepower wrx. They go beyond the mere highperformance compact sedan. The cvt is serviceable and comes with paddle shifters for simulated gear changes. Oct 15, 20 with the standard 5speed manual, the impreza receives an environmental protection agency rating of 25 mpg city34 mpg hwy 33 mpg for the 5door. Though still under 6 seconds, the cvtequipped wrxs 060 mph run is among. For years, it only came with a manual in canada meaning that only hardcore driving buffs of the highest order could drive one. Wrx powertrain and suspension features 2016 subaru wrx. Short shifter arm for cable actuated transmissions. Available only on the limited cvt model, it now gets reverse automatic braking too. Having owned an auto wrx, and now having a manual, ill say the manual is a lot better. The wrx comes standard with a 6speed manual transmission and offers an optional performance automatic transmission, the sport lineartronic cvt with manual mode. First was a manual on my 2002 wrx, second the auto tranny on my 2007 impreza, now the cvt on my 2012 impreza.

Anyone who gets into the 2015 subaru wrx cant afford to miss the steeringwheel buttons that toggle. So, i sort of said something about wrx drivers valuing their manhood, and not wanting to set a bad example for young carbuff kids, and being sure to order their wrx with the manual. No, subaru has given the wrx a gearbox made out of oatmeal. If you on the fence about getting an automatic wrx as i was there are. The use of a twinscroll turbocharger and direct injection help propel the wrx from zero to sixty miles an hour in 5. Driver assistance tech subaru eyesight was available as an option for the first time last year on the wrx.

Mar 04, 2018 lets face it, not all wrx buyers are diehard subaru fans. Subaru wrx automatic transmission automatic cvt transmission 2017, transmission oil cooler mounting kit by hayden. With the engine putting out a bit more power, subaru beefed up the internals with some trick additions, such as carbon synchronizers for first and second gear. Do you go with the sixspeed manual, or the socalled lineartronic continuously variable automatic transmission cvt. My 2015 forester has a 6 speed as i did not trust the cvt but this will be the last subaru i buy unless they make some serious changes. Despite such phenomenal acceleration, the wrx still manages respectable fuel economy20 mpg city, and 27 mpg. Used subaru 5speed wrx gda 20022005 replacement manual. This kit is intended for the wrx or sti sixspeed manual transmission. Used subaru 5 speed wrx gda 20022005 replacement manual. The 2018 subaru wrx looks tame compared to its newest rivals. Sport mimics a traditional sixspeed automatic as long as youre heavy on the. See indepth 2016 subaru impreza wrx m6 specs on various areas including. Wow, i was thinking the 6speed manual would destroy the cvt.

I test drove both the cvt and manual wrx before buying mine. Gone is the aggressive widebody stance of the 2014 model, exchanged for a nicely proportioned, but far more forgettable, look that wont turn many heads in town. The 725 series is a smaller diameter assembly, which creates less. Compare 2017 subaru impreza vs wrx in harrisonburg, near. I do a driving comparison and talk about whether a manual subaru wrx or a cvt wrx is right for you. The brzfrs sixspeed is a different gearbox and requires less fluid. For the fourthgen model, subaru discontinued the 2. Through its generations, the subaru imperza has become a beloved vehicle for professional racers, enthusiasts and the average driver looking for performance and beauty. Gone is the aggressive widebody stance of the 2014 model, exchanged for a nicely proportioned, but far. Rated at 27 miles per gallon city and 36 mpg highway when equipped with the cvt automatic transmission, the impreza is the most fuelefficient allwheeldrive car in the u. The cvt is actually much quicker than the manual trans, and more efficient. Subaru still makes a 6speed manual as well, however in their offering with the automatic transmission, they have not fitted a dual clutch gearbox or even a traditional 6 or more speed slushbox automatic. Whether you need subaru 4speed, 5speed, 6speed automatic or manual transmission or transfer case we can help you find the best one for your vehicle.

When it comes to transmission options, the 6speed manual rower isnt a. In standard wrx guise, it produces 268 horsepower, which is fed to all four wheels through a 6 speed manual transmission. You do not need any additional components with this package. The 2015 subaru wrx is one of this years standout new performance cars. Parallel imported subaru cars are subaru levorg specs.

In this years wrx, theres a 6speed manual or an optional continuously variable transmission cvt automatic mated to a new 2. For 2017, the subaru wrx boasts a revised 6speed manual transmission to go along with its 268horsepower 2. I drove the cvt and the manual and the cvt is the truth man. Both versions come as a sedan, a hatchback isnt available. View and download subaru wrx 2015 owners manual online. Ive sold subies for 8 years, and am really amazed about the cvt version. Modifying the 2015 subaru wrx the modified lifestyle. Beyond its roomy interior and standard symmetrical allwheel drive, the big news for the impreza is its impressive fuel economy figures. Whether you need subaru impreza 4 speed, 5 speed, 6 speed automatic or manual transmission or transfer case we can help you find the best one for your vehicle. I was told by a mazda salesman the the cx5 transmission is not a true auto but an auto manual 6 speed which i will be researching. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2018 subaru wrx sti limited manual wwing spoiler at u. Subaru is dropping the manual transmission from the 2017 impreza lineup. Subie and their trannys have problems, dont keep one past the.