Model Year | 2015 | 2021 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 227 kW@6000 393 Nm@4000 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 338 kW@5500 660 Nm@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 3,129 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 5,301 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,946 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,536 kg | 2,225 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 82 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,326 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,100 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 978 mm | -36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,377 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 1,125 mm | 898 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,179 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 340 L | 354 L | -14 L |
2015 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2015 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Audi A8 / S8.