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Took me a minute to realize you were talking about Aus prices. In the US the GTI starts at about $24k but can quickly rise above the price of an 86 with a few options. Similar horsepower but more torque thanks to the turbo. You're still driving a FWD econobox though. Probably a more usable rear seat and you can definitely carry more around in it.
As someone who owns a "hot hatch" I don't really see why these cars are being compared. A Golf GTI or WRX are definitely more practical, they're bigger, weight more, and are just modified economy cars. Don't get me wrong, I love my WRX but it is what it is. I love that I can carry large amounts of stuff and accelerates well. It is still just an Impreza with a turbo though.
I haven't driven the FRS/BRZ/86 yet but my hope is that it'll be sportier feeling and more driving focused. Maybe I'll be disappointed and I'll go elsewhere. I'm looking for a little sports car though and not another hatchback.
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