2022 Subaru WRX vs 2022 Lexus IS
Overview | |
MSRP$39,125 | MSRP$29,605 |
Listings34 | Listings39 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
2022 Lexus IS Reviews SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
2022 Subaru WRX Reviews SummaryThe model year 2022 WRX delivers a cocktail of performance and all-weather practicality that remains unmatched at its price point. Although the introduction of Subaru’s 2.4-litre engine doesn’t result in a massive power bump for the WRX, the car still impresses—particularly in the handling department. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 271 hp H4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower271 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 271 hp H4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower271 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.8 cu ft | Cargo Space12.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3715 lbs | Curb Weight3431 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height57.8 in |
Length185.4 in | Length183.8 in |
Width72.4 in | Width79.3 in |
Wheelbase110.2 in | Wheelbase105.2 in |
Maximum Payload825 lbs | Maximum Payload1189 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,125 | $29,605 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | The model year 2022 WRX delivers a cocktail of performance and all-weather practicality that remains unmatched at its price point. Although the introduction of Subaru’s 2.4-litre engine doesn’t result in a massive power bump for the WRX, the car still impresses—particularly in the handling department. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.4L 271 hp H4 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 271 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.4L 271 hp H4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 271 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.8 cu ft | 12.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3715 lbs | 3431 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 185.4 in | 183.8 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 79.3 in |
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 825 lbs | 1189 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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