The Subaru WRX has been a staple of the compact car performance arena for years, cementing its legacy in the hearts and minds of gearheads by tearing up the world’s rally circuit and digitally appearing in games like Gran Turismo and Forza. Its performance creds and relatively accessible base price made it a favorite of the tuner crowd, while its four-door profile made it a reasonable sell to your slightly skeptical significant other.
New for 2020: The Subaru WRX Series.White replaces Series.Gray as the special edition model in the line.
Based on the Premium trim level, it includes 18-inch alloy wheels with a matte bronze finish over Brembo brakes with red calipers. A high-performance Bilstein sport-tuned suspension is on board the Series. White, along with Recaro-design front seats and a moonroof-delete. This special edition model also earns steering responsive headlights, exclusive matte black badges, and exterior mirrors finished in Crystal Black Silica.
All models enjoy a snazzy driver’s front seatback pocket, with the WRX Premium trim adding welcome lighting and headlights that turn on/off in concert with windshield wiper operation
Technically standing for World Rally eXperimental, the company leaned heavily on its rally roots to market and promote the car. Having gained leagues of fans over the years, it’s no trouble to find WRX fan clubs and internet forums in equal measure. For 2020, Subaru has added a new model and updated a few minor features. One thing that hasn’t changed? The appearance of all-wheel drive and that unique exhaust snarl from its 268 horsepower boxer engine.