2015 wrx cvt vs manual 0 60 nissan gtr

Aug 21, 2014 both the volkswagen gti and the subaru wrx are allnew for the 2015 model year, and while both are still available with a sixspeed manual transmission, heres how they stack up as paddlewheelers. Cvt is slower than manual in both 060 and quarter mile times. So lets see if subaru can teach rex any new tricks. Masuo takatsu, wrx project general manager, revealed to motor that, due to the extra weight of the cvt, the front suspension already featuring 39 per cent stiffer spring rates and a 3mm thicker antiroll bar compared to the previous model also gains firmer damper settings than the manual variant. Read this motor trend 2015 wrx cvt first test for more.

This event consists of 10 special invite vehicles, which includes three gtrs, three stis, and four evos in a headtohead challenge to prove who is the best, or at least amongst the best. Well have all of the official specs very soon, but it seems jalopnik has. These were the only ones i could find and they seem off to me. It is true that many acceleration tests show the manual being quite a bit quicker 0 60 in 4. The controversial yet amazing nissan gtr has its benefits and drawbacks. Nissan has been traditionally influential when it comes to sports cars, and the company has lived up to that tradition with its nissan 370z and nissan gtr. The sixspeed dualclutch automatic transmission clunks and clacks like a bowlingball return. May 07, 2014 2015 wrx comes standard with a new sixspeed standard gearbox which is a nice upgrade for 2015 from the outgoing fivespeed manual. Cvt is slower than manual in both 0 60 and quarter mile times. A more real world test of acceleration is the rolling 5 60 mph. How to correct a slide on an icy road and how to prevent them winter driving education duration. Anyone who gets into the 2015 subaru wrx cant afford to miss the steeringwheel buttons that toggle.

Why doesnt subaru offer an automatic in the 2015 wrx sti. Sure, its nowhere near as fast as the sti, but its price point and. You will likely see some responses telling you how much performance you would give up with a cvt. Cobb approaches design by taking the entire vehicleplatform into account as a complete system. This is my 2015 subaru wrx automatic transmission cvt. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. Used 2015 subaru wrx limited for sale with photos cargurus.

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 endangered manual transmission 2018 comprehensive list of manual cars. Youll see us place many of the products available for this vehicle on our very own world rally blue shop car. Now on its fifth generation, it is said to be the first sport utility wagon in the world. Feb 24, 2014 the allnew 2015 subaru wrx sti comes with as a sixspeed standard gearbox only. Yes, rex gets a shiftsforitself continuously variable transmission with manual mode. The 2015 subaru wrx is no quicker than before, but beautifully balanced handling and spot. Innovations nissan is perhaps best known for its powerful vq engine that enhances the overall performance of its vehicles.

The cvt is a poor choice for a performance car, though not for lack of effort on subarus part. At the test track, this cvtequipped wrx lagged the stick version, the quartermile taking 14. Has anyone tried to get some 18th of a mile stats or 0 to 60 numbers. 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. Car and driver tested both a cvt and manual in 2015, and for that the manual did it in 6. Both vehicles offer comparable standard technology options such as a rearview camera and a touchscreen display. I like the performance, the handling, and the way it. The 2015 subaru wrx is the first since 2008 to offer an automatic transmission, in this case. The 2015 subaru wrx features a turbocharged fa20dit 2. Unable to launch the auto wrx as hard as the manual, we saw the zeroto60 time. But subaru also offers the new sport lineartronic cvt automatic. May 12, 2014 here are three good reasons to choose the cvt.

A more real world test of acceleration is the rolling 560 mph. Dynoproven gains of up to 57 whp and 52 wtq with catted downpipe and a tune, using 93 octane fuel on 6speed wrx see additional images for dyno chart. Wanted an automatic, was delighted to hear the new wrx was in auto, even. Cvt wrx as bad as youd expect since were gearheads at heart, itll come as no surprise that we recommend the manual, but we have good reason. This is the place to see the database of all tflcar 060 mph test results. Subaru 060 times subaru brz, forester, impreza, outback. Take manual and automatic versions of the fourthgen subaru wrx and throw the wicked bumps, blind crests and sheer ruggedness of tasmanias northwest coast at their allwheel drive chassis after all, its these roads on which the original rex made its name.

And in that test the cvt and manual are lot closer. If you thought they represented different philosophies of compact performance before, then check this out. Does anyone know of any accurate specs for the car yet. Nov 20, 2017 the car guide tests and features test drives 2018 subaru wrx. 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. The wrx, like the mitsubishi lancer evolution, have always been cars that follow the ageold formula take a basic car and stuff it full of fun stuff. That netted our 3,200mileold car a 060 mph time of 5. Cobb tuning is an automotive performance company dedicated to developing fulltuning solutions that improve vehicle performance and the driving experience. Both the volkswagen gti and the subaru wrx are allnew for the 2015 model year, and while both are still available with a sixspeed manual transmission, heres how they stack up as paddlewheelers. Engine, gearbox and technical specs just the one engine, a 2litre flatfour, with manual and automatic transmission options. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2015 subaru wrx 4dr sdn cvt premium at u.

I also looked through the owners manual and nothing was mentioned. Why doesnt subaru offer an automatic in the performance car. Jun, 2012 this event consists of 10 special invite vehicles, which includes three gtrs, three stis, and four evos in a headtohead challenge to prove who is the best, or at least amongst the best. Nissan 060 times nissan 350z, 370z, altima, gtr, maxima. Fire up the wrx, crack off some 060 mph runs, and the wrx drops the kind of performance that makes fanboys lifelong drivers. While this combo of parts isnt likely to be an preconfigured ots stagex package that is.

If test track numbers are all that matters to you, consider the new wrx 1 for 2 when it. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2015 subaru wrx 4dr sdn cvt limited at u. We test the new wrx with the optional cvt transmission. Nissan gtr r35 vs lamborghini huracan novitec nlargo s duration.

Subarus lineartronic cvt vs 6speed manual in the wrx. Nissan 060 times nissan 350z, 370z, altima, gtr, maxima and. However, overheating the transmission fluid can cause early component failure, especially for those interested in racing their 2015 wrx or even towing a. Just wanted to give you some other stuff to think about. Apart from the subaru legacy, the subaru wrx sti is perhaps the bestknown subaru model in the world. If you thought they represented different philosophies. 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.

Page 3 cvt launch control on 2015 wrx general community welcome to the north american subaru impreza owners club. The allnew 2015 subaru wrx sti comes with as a sixspeed standard gearbox only. The 2015 nissan 370z continues to offer excellent sports car value and personality. This model was equipped with a 6speed manual transmission. It is intermittent in its operation, but when it happens i cant shift it for hours. The subaru outback is the versatile suv model of the japanese company. Cvt, like the one you might find in a toyota prius or a nissan versa. The new 2015 subaru wrx is easily the best in its 20year history and the introduction of the cvt, the first autoequipped wrx in 10 years, is a genius move. Fa dit hi i know there is another thread on dyno difference its a bit inconclusive but i would like to ask people who have driven both, as to whether cvt is noticably less thrusty than 6sp manual when accelerating at wot. Anyone who gets into the 2015 subaru wrx cant afford to. Our highend performance products and services are professionally engineered, thoroughly tested and backed by industry leading customer service. Search over 6,000 listings to find the best local deals.