So Finally did it

Awgd8

Good luck ! Pls. update us!

Have you ran your X in the 1/4 mile ( want to see the ET) I am torn between a used 2013 G37x sedan $22k with 22.5 k miles vs 2016 WRX. The price difference is about 8 grand and I already tested the reliability of the VQ. Test drove the 2015 WRX and it is definitely push me back to my seat, but in a very short time 2k-5k rpm. I could feel hitting a wall pass 5k rpm, unlike the G it keeps goin! The G sedan x is about 500 IBs heavier than the wrx.

Not sure how reliable the WRX after 50k miles. BTW, stock 2015 WRX only dyno at 210 HP, but it is 500 Ibs lighter..

G37x sedan combined MPG is 18-19
WRX is 23-24 combined.

visconti

I have a 15WRX and 14FXT which have the same motor..

I've owned the FXT for 2 years and the WRX for a year.. have a combined 80k miles..

Both vehicles abused for R&D... I love love love both of these cars.

The WRX is manaul and under powered stock..FXT doesn't feel bad because the of the CVT.210 HP.. that sounds like low low mustang numbers.. When people are talking power numbers they normally discuss 'dynojet' like numbers.. The new WRX makes 250-260 STOCK.. with a flash they pickup 30whp.. I'm not sure what these Gs do in the 1/4 but the wrx isn't anything impressive and I know the G will smoke the wrx on the highway.. I'm seeing 20-30MPG on our cars but some people have reported higher.

They are both very different cars.. I mean the WRX has improved in everything, even the interior but it's no G or Q!

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Awgd8

Thanks for the input! I test drove the 2015 STI and WRX and I could feel that the WRX pushes me to my seat more at lower RPM, both with 2 passengers around 300IBS combined. I did no rev to the top of RPM band of the STI so I really do not know if it will hit a wall at 5k RPM.

The new WRX looks modern - finally the interior is decent compare to the 2014 model and I like the subtle look from the side too. Regarding the G37x sedan, it is a heavy car so it does not feel very peppy, unless the RPM is pass 3k. 3 years from now, the look of the G37x is way outdated.
Even today, it is a bit outdated compare to the new cars coming out.

The G definitely has a better highway end power and a. 100MPH is nothing for this car.
I cannot think of anything else that perform like the WRX or G37x that is worth 24 grand.

I have a 2008 EX35 AWD infiniti and it will be out of warranty on Sept. next year. I just had my timing cover chain leaks repaired under warranty for $2,800. I really cannot keep a high mileage luxury car with no warranty.

I wonder if it is worth putting a COBB stage one on the 2015 WRX ? Just to have a better top end and smooth everything out. Is this going to be quick enough for DD?

ANMVQ

I havent run mine YET, I will when all this is done. I had a WRX but and 02 :/.liked it for about 6 months , wasnt my cup of tea. I can agree with John about the interior on the G or Q( wifes car) is nicer IMO also. Being a little older the refined interior is good for me. When or IF I leave Infiniti it will be for a German car( Audi , BMW) .

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Awgd8

I really do not trust German cars nowadays. I probably going to lease it than buy it. (Under warranty) My cousin works as a tech at the BMW dealership and he does not recommend it to us. Parts are very expensive too!

I had a loaner Q50 AWD last month and also a Q50s AWD Hybrid 2 weeks ago. The gas one did not impress me, but the Hybrid is a blast to drive! That thing is a rocket! Very fast and effortless on the highway. From dead stop (half brake press, so it will not go to EV mode) it catapult you from 0-60 MPH in around 4.7-4.8 secs. quietly..... =)

Magowin

My 12xs coupe with no tune and Stillen Gen3 intake I got consistant 13.7's last Nov with traps just over 101mph. I'm anxious to take it this year now that I'm tuned but from reading this thread I may sell ECUTek and go Uprev then go to track.

Awgd8

That is a decent run for a stock car. DS mode?