We Drive: Subaru BRZ, XV and WRX at Subaru Track Day 2025

Subaru Track Day 2025 took over Sepang recently, drawing over 185 cars and owners for a full-day track experience. Organised by Subaru enthusiasts and supported by TC Subaru, the event welcomed both seasoned drivers and first-timers, offering everything from open driving slots to time attack sessions and even a Subaru parade lap.

We were invited to the event and had a go in three of TC Subaru’s cars: the Subaru BRZ, XV, and WRX. Here’s how they fared on track.

Subaru BRZ – Friendly and precise

As someone who owns a GT86 and regularly drives a GR86, the BRZ feels instantly natural. It’s predictable, balanced, and very easy to place. It does exactly what you ask, whether you’re keeping things tidy or dialling in some angle. Compared to the GR86, the BRZ has a more neutral balance with slightly less eagerness to oversteer, which aligns with what many have noted.

Subaru XV – Surprisingly capable

The XV isn’t something you’d bring to a track, but it proved capable. Its relatively low centre of gravity and planted stance gave it more composure than expected. It obviously doesn’t corner like a sports car, but the body control and grip levels were reassuring. It stayed calm even when pushed—not something you’d expect from a crossover.

Subaru WRX – Confident pace

After the XV, the WRX felt much more at home. Lower, quicker and more responsive, it delivered on what you’d expect from a turbocharged AWD sedan. There’s plenty of grip, but it also allows you to rotate the car if you want to, using throttle to pull you out. Feels secure and confidence-inspiring at speed.

TC Subaru’s fleet ran on Yokohama tyres and Motul 300V oil, and participants got to sample them through track drives and instructor-led hot laps. Partners like SBR Technic, Hardex, OM System and Recaro helped keep the paddock buzzing, while Subaru clubs turned up in full force.

Overall, the Subaru Track Day did a great job making the circuit accessible while celebrating the brand’s core values of performance, safety and community.