[Turbowned]

The WRX is going to be roomier and more livable as a daily driver/commuter than the BRZ just because it's a normal sized, 4/5dr sedan/hatchback with a good sized trunk. However it feels cheaper than the BRZ interior-wise, gets worse gas mileage and isn't as fun to drive.

Mitsu Lancer and Mitsubishis in general have horrible resale value, so best to scratch that off the list. Same goes for Hyundai, especially the Genesis coupe since the twins came out.

"VW's are expensive to maintain" said everyone I've known who's ever owned one. Also, see my avatar about how I feel about front-wheel-drive.

All of these cars have been compared to the FR-S and BRZ in the past and the FR-S/BRZ have always come out victorious. Need we say more?

So I'm a little biased. I would say get the BRZ, or the WRX if you value the extra space and power over handling finesse and fuel economy.