It looks better then the WRX. I'll wait for the specs to come out to make my mind on it. It would be very disapointing if it had only 300 hp. Handling is apparently a whole lot better, let's wait. As for looks, it does nothing for me. Then again, the GR did nothing for me either and I enbed getting both a WRX and then a STi. One thing is for sure though. if it doesn't come with a hatch, I won't be getting one. Because of engine configuration, Subies are naturally understeering. The hatchback gives a higher center of gravity in the back which compensates a little bit. More fun on snow, ice and unpaved roads. I also need the extra cargo space.