I have to sell my '02 Explorer soon since my wife doesn't want an suv anymore. I was looking at 4 door cars and was considering the Accord to go with my S2000. Well, yesterday, a buddy of mine said "dude, why don't you get an automatic WRX?" I thought he was joking at first, but I asked around, and yeah, they come in automatic. Does anyone have any experience with this car? I need a 4 door because I'm gonna be a dad soon and my wife hates to drive standard. Any info would be appreciated, thanks.

 

I'd get an Accord over an AUTO WRX.

 

Turbo, all wheel drive, did I mention turbo?

 

In my two test drives of the WRX, I felt that the slushbox sucked the life out of the car. Not that I put much worth in what the trade rags say, but I believe they concur as I've seen large spreads (as much as 1.5 to 2.0 seconds) in 0-60 acceleration times between the auto and manual.

I like the WRX (and really wish Subaru would offer an STi wagon so I could haul the dog around) but I wouldn't buy one in a slushbox.

 

Well, I guess the Accord would be better overall. More reliable, more comfortable, looks--about even (4 door version), V6 vs turbo 4..........

 

2005 Legacy Turbo?

 

Whats a Legacy turbo? Sedan or wagon? I also thought about the Saab 9-2x coming out. Basically a WRX in Saab clothing. What do you guys think of that one?

 

I have an automatic WRX with TurboXS

 

4runner, that's cool, except the faster than the S2000 part scares me. I don't want the wifes car to be faster than my car. That would not be a good thing with the fella's. I can hear my friends now.

 

Hey, 4runner, how much more power does your car make with the chip on an automatic? I thought turbo cars like auto trans better?