After one of the first services it developed a center diff fault, after multiple dealer visits Subaru said I needed new tyres to make it go away - at 18,000kms! Another dealer cleared the fault and no problems since.

Front suspension noise and handling issue is another matter. 9 visits for warranty repair, half the front end replaced under warranty and problem still the same. Subaru Australia have now said the noise is normal and will not provide any further assistance. Independent reports say otherwise so case now with consumer affairs.

So far I'm extremely happy with my 2016 WRX Premium, performance is excellent the CVT auto is extremely good, Handling is incredible and the Interior fit and finish is spot on. This truly is an amazing car for 45k. If I can fault anything the factory Dunlop tyres although grippy are very noisy and I mean VERY noisy. The other great point is so far over 5000k's the car is averaging 9.5l/100. Well done Subaru this really is the performance bargain of the decade.

Outstanding all round performance for price of admission yet still sensible enough as a daily with a couple of kids.
Not one day off the road with unscheduled repairs or warranty work in over 25,000 km of fairly hard driving.
If I had to find one gripe is the sound quality of the radio only all other audio inputs sound fine.

Overall i'm satisfied with the car as the value of the car is fantastic. No complaint and actually impressed with the performance for the price. The hatch back is practical, not drawing too much attention like a coupe. Some downsides of the car, the interior is rather cheap and do make noise when driving (maybe because of weight reduction). They are quite minor and livable.