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Does the Subaru WRX STI have a manual transmission?

I just got a bonus at work and want to use it to buy my first sports car. The Subaru WRX STI is basically my dream car, but I actually don’t know that much about it since I never thought I’d be able to afford one. Is the Subaru WRX STI manual?

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Amber Reed · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Not only does the performance-oriented and rally-inspired
Subaru WRX STI
have a six-speed manual transmission, but it’s also fitted with a 290-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder turbo engine that can hit 60 miles per hour in just 4.6 seconds. Subaru didn’t make a WRX STI for the 2022 model year, which means that you’ll need to shop the used car market for a 2021 model if you want the newest version.
If this is your first time buying a sports car, here are a few things to keep in mind:
  • Used sports cars are rarely in perfect condition, so make sure you factor in the cost of basic maintenance like replacing brake pads, tires, or engine oil.
  • It’s a good idea to ask the seller whether the car has been equipped with performance modifications. If the car you’re buying is still relatively new, remember that certain aftermarket mods can void its warranty.
  • Your car’s previous owner may have treated it well—or they may have spent their free time doing donuts in parking lots. Be prepared for things like mechanical failures and other unexpected repairs, even if the car seemed to be in perfect condition when you drove it home.
  • A sports car is an investment, so it deserves the protection of great
    car insurance
    .
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