You don't generally think of a "street-legal" car as practical. It's really more about fast and fun. But the 2015 Subaru WRX sedan actually works as your one-and-only. As AutoBlog writer Steven J. Ewing succinctly intoned, "It's a seriously good car - easily one of the sharpest, best-driving little turbos available today." And he wasn't talking just speed. Yes, the 2015 WRX sports a new 2.0-liter turbo-four that cranks out 268 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, but this little dynamo of an engine also offers great fuel efficiency to tickle your practical fancy.
You may be thinking, "I'm not interested in driving some barebones racer in rush hour, to get groceries, on weekend trips and especially not to pick up my parents at the airport." No problem! Heated leather front seats, sunroof and LED headlamps are listed as standard equipment on the Limited trim with available add-ons like navigation, infotainment connectivity and a premium sound system to round out the options. And the sedan styling means you can take along passengers who aren't professional limbo contestants.
The true speedster may want to opt for the STI's upgraded performance, but for day-in and day-out driving, we think the basic WRX is your best bet. The trade-off in performance is marginal with the 2015 WRX's new turbo engine and it offers a great ride, fine-tuned handling and a significantly lower sticker price. A continuously variable transmission is available, but come on - when it comes to a car like this, we simply feel manual shifting is a moral imperative!
Come drive one today at Van Subaru in Kansas City and see just how fun "practical" can be.
