Gotta say, not to double post but it's been a month and wow!
Really hate to say it but this thing really doesnt leave me missing the STI. Sure there are moments I wouldnt mind the manual but the auto shifts really well. The torque is way better, the cornering is flatter, the turn in better... ride and build quality both better, really leaves me thinking that if I go boy racer again in a few years it will be a type R.
Day to day the only thing I miss is exhaust noise, though engine noise isnt bad at all (plenty of induction and blow-off lol).
All together Im really impressed. The engine is fantastic as a daily driver, the handling is sharp and flat without being punishing, and the comfort-convenience is on par with anything in the segment/ price range.
Only complaints, home link/ auto dim mirror should be standard, apple car play is over rated, and not a big fan of factory wheels. (Edit: The drive button should go red in sport mode)
In the end I'd say as a dd in the sub 30k range it's a solid 8.5/10.
Last edited: Apr 12, 2018