2022 Subaru WRX vs 2021 BMW 2 Series
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MSRP$35,700 | MSRP$29,605 |
Listings248 | Listings552 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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2021 BMW 2 Series Reviews SummaryYour most affordable path to BMW ownership runs through the 2 Series or the X1. Most people choose the X1 crossover SUV, but some still prefer to drive a car. However, not just any car will do, so the 2 Series lineup includes a coupe and convertible made for driving enthusiasts, and a rakishly-penned sedan for people who simply want an affordable BMW. The sedan is called the 2021 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, a name that serves to add further confusion to a car that's already hard to understand. | |
2022 Subaru WRX Reviews SummaryThe 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-liter 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 228 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 271 hp H4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower271 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 271 hp H4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower271 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.0 cu ft | Cargo Space12.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3393 lbs | Curb Weight3431 lbs |
Height55.9 in | Height57.8 in |
Length178.5 in | Length183.8 in |
Width81.9 in | Width79.3 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase105.2 in |
Maximum Payload935 lbs | Maximum Payload1189 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,700 | $29,605 |
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Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Your most affordable path to BMW ownership runs through the 2 Series or the X1. Most people choose the X1 crossover SUV, but some still prefer to drive a car. However, not just any car will do, so the 2 Series lineup includes a coupe and convertible made for driving enthusiasts, and a rakishly-penned sedan for people who simply want an affordable BMW. The sedan is called the 2021 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, a name that serves to add further confusion to a car that's already hard to understand. | The 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-liter 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 228 hp I4 | 2.4L 271 hp H4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | 271 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 2.4L 271 hp H4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | 271 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.0 cu ft | 12.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3393 lbs | 3431 lbs |
Height | 55.9 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 183.8 in |
Width | 81.9 in | 79.3 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 105.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 935 lbs | 1189 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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