Subaru WRX vs.Volkswagen GTI

Subaru is famous for their rugged reliability and for their safety, although if you've driven a 2018 Subaru WRX, you probably know them for something else: speed. When you want to get somewhere fast, or if you're trying to set a new best time of the track, the 2018 Subaru WRX is the thing for you. Fast and fun, the 2018 Subaru WRX is something else. While it does face some competition from the 2018 Volkswagen GTI, the 2018 Subaru WRX is the superior vehicle. Here are just a few reasons why:

Power and Performance

• Under the hood of the 2018 Subaru WRX is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which gives out 268 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. The standard engine in the 2018 Volkswagen GTI only produces 220 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Subaru gives you more power right out of the gate.
• The 2018 Subaru WRX also offers a more powerful turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, which gives out an increased 305 horsepower and 290 pound-feet of torque. The most powerful engine available to the 2018 Volkswagen GTI is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, which produces 292 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. Subaru gets you to your destination quickly.

Safety

• The 2018 Subaru WRX received a Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The 2018 Volkswagen GTI did not. Subaru is famous for their commitment to auto safety.

Comfort and Capability

• The 2018 Subaru WRX offers more front head and leg room than the 2018 Volkswagen GTI, making it a better choice for taller drivers.
• The 2018 Subaru WRX features standard Subaru symmetrical all-wheel drive, for extra control on the road. The 2018 Volkswagen GTI is front-wheel drive only.

Come See for Yourself

The 2018 Subaru WRX is one of the best around; Volkswagen just can't match up. If you'd like to experience the 2018 Subaru WRX firsthand, we're happy to help make that happen. Give us a call at 888-380-1787 to get in touch, and we'll help you set up a test drive. You can also come visit us here in Bethlehem, PA to schedule one in person. At Falkner Subaru - Bethlehem, we proudly help drivers from the Allentown, Lehigh County, Northampton County and Bucks County areas. We can't wait to help you too.