The suspension, with independent MacPherson struts at each corner, is quite stiff with very little body roll in the corners. While this does not make for the most comfortable ride, it does allow for aggressive driving, with a high degree of pure pleasure. Subaru features two different AWD systems. Cars with 5-speed manual transmissions come with a system that splits power evenly between the front and rear wheels, and power is automatically transferred to the wheels that have the best grip. Automatic-transmission Subarus have a system that biases power towards the front wheels.
Electronic sensors adjust power to the wheels that have the best grip.
The manual system, as on my test car, is geared towards performance and results in a neutral handling balance with excellent grip. The automatic system feels like a front-wheel drive car, with supplementary AWD advantages when needed. But don't think that this car is all go and no show. It is an aggressively styled sports sedan, with deep front fascia, a scoop and air vents on the hood, and big round fog lights that stay true to its rally car heritage. Colored alloy wheels and sporty, low-profile tires complete the racy look.