Did the 2004 Subaru WRX come in automatic?
WRX models are powered by a turbocharged and intercooled 2.0-liter engine that generates 227 horsepower. The WRX STi comes with a 300-horsepower turbo/intercooled 2.5-liter engine. Five-speed manual and four-speed automatic transmissions are available on all models but the STi.
Can you get a WRX with an automatic transmission?
The WRX is available with a Sport Lineartronic transmission with SI-DRIVE and paddle shifters. It perfectly blends the convenience of an advanced automatic transmission with the ability to manually control shifts in 6- or 8-speed manual modes for enhanced driver involvement.
How much does a Subaru WRX transmission cost?
The cost of a new Subaru WRX transmission could be over $3,500 depending on the vehicle, however, transmission services such as fluid changes and a transmission fluid flush are considerably less fancy, in some cases costing less than $150.
Are Subaru WRX automatic reliable?
According to cars.usnews.com, the Subaru WRX has a low-reliability score of two out of five. This scoring is based on the JD Power and Associates vehicle dependability study. Despite this low-reliability score, the WRX received the highest safety scores from the IHS and an NHTSA rating of five stars.
Is a WRX worth it?
The 2019 Subaru WRX is hands-down one of the best sport compacts you can buy. It’s a great choice for the sports car fanatics who need to haul around their kids. Although the WRX rides rough, most people find its razor-sharp handling to be well worth it. Standard all-wheel drive adds to the WRX’s appeal.
Which year WRX is most reliable?
2004, along with 2005-2007 model years, are the best-regarded years for the WRX, Hagerty, and r/Cars sub-Reddit users report.
When will the WRX be redesigned?
But a refreshed version will arrive for 2018. Subaru just released the 2017 Impreza, but if you’re holding out for a new WRX or STI, you’ll have to wait a few years. According to the latest report, a redesigned WRX won’t arrive until 2019 or 2020.
What does WRX STI mean?
The Subaru WRX STi is a trim level that transforms the rally-ready WRX into an even more formidable force on the track that has helped the Subaru Rally Team USA to rally championships 11 times in the United States. STi stands for “Subaru Tecnica International”, Subaru Corporation’s motorsports division.
What is a STI in a car?
STi actually stands for Subaru Technica International. Subaru Technica International is Subaru’s Motorsport division – similar to BMW’s M division, Mercedes’ AMG, or Nissan’s NISMO. It was founded in 1988 by Fuji Heavy Industries (now Subaru Corporation) which is the parent company of Subaru.