I supposed the Audi A3 with quatro, but Audi repairs are more expensive so I stuck with Subaru (we also have an Outback).
#2019 subaru wrx short throw shifter driver
As a daily driver I can't think of anything else that compares. The engine has a low rumble, but it's tolerable and the pluses more than outweigh that negative. No issues with the infotainment (make sure you get the upgraded system with Apple Carplay, the older system, in place until 2018, is problematic). I usually drive in intellegent mode, but I've found that I get the same mileage when I'm 50% sport and 50% intelligent mode - mixed highway and around town, so it has always exceeded published EPA mpg estimates. Mileage is consistently above 26mph and I check that manually based on fill-to-fill calculations (I don't use the dashboard mpg indicator). The CVT is great in traffic - shifting is no fun in heavy traffic. The WRX is very quick, handles like a dream (as good as my 2 seater mid engine roadster) and with winter tires this season climbs steep hills and driveways in significant, unplowed snow. I also live in the country so when I'm not commuting, I can enjoy the country roads. I use it as a daily driver to and from work, approximately 50 miles each way, often in heavy traffic. Also, I'm not a racer, but I love cars that perform well.
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I keep my cars for as long as possible, and keep them well maintained.
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I've owned betw 8 - 10 cars in my life so far and I'm approaching retirement age, so that's a reference point for this review.