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Originally Posted by tacoss23
I mean you have those horrible mid 7 sec 0-60 times that some magazines are showing for this car, that's because they are using the auto.
It's a combination of having just a barely "decent auto" vs a really good manual trans for such a good sports car that makes it a no contest.
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"horrible" is all relative though. I bought an auto so my wife can get in on the fun (can't drive stick. doesn't care to learn). I also bought this knowing that even the stick wasn't a powerhouse. The auto doesn't change the feel of the car at all imo. I'm coming from a 2006 Impreza Wagon 2.5i with the 4EAT. It's not exactly the epitome of speed or sportiness(still love it regardless). Compared to that, especially at highway speeds, this car feels like a supercar.
I wholeheartedly agree that for most people, they should get the stick, but the slushbox has it's place. Compared to a lot of autos out there, this one is phenomenal. Now, if we move like we currently want to and find a house with parking for 3 cars without having to move them around, then I will immediately begin sobbing over the purchase of the auto.