CNT Racing Axle-Back Exhaust – $250- A deep, aggressive tone without breaking the bank. Bolt-on fitment makes this perfect for daily builds looking to make some noise without full system costs.
DNA Motoring Turbo-Back Kit – $330- Full turbo-back setup at a crazy low price. Delivers improved flow and that signature Subaru rumble. Great for early-stage power builds on a budget.
Invidia N1 Street Exhaust – $500- Track-tested and street-legal. High-quality stainless steel construction with a throaty tone. More expensive, but totally worth it for reliability and long-term sound.
Spec-D Tuning Muffler Kit – $240- Decent option with decent welds and sound quality. A solid choice for tuners looking to wake the car up without trading an arm for full system complexity.
Megan Racing OE-RS Cat-Back – $400- This cat-back system blends daily-driver manners with strong build quality. Clean sound, clean welds — a sleeper-friendly setup with long-term value.
5 Affordable Cold Air Intakes
HPS Short Ram Intake -$180- Boosts throttle response and intake growl. Great upgrade.
Injen Cold Air System -$280- Cold air route for better power and that signature boxer sound.
AEM Short Ram – $230- Simple install and a proven HP bump.
Spectre Performance Intake $160
Cheapest on the list but still performs reliably.
GrimmSpeed High Flow Intake – $320- Built for the EJ platform. Solid airflow and premium tubing.
5 Suspension Upgrades on a Budget
Tein S-Tech Springs – $220- Slight drop with a comfy OEM+ ride. Keeps it functional for daily use.
Godspeed MonoSS Coilovers – 450- Fully adjustable ride height and damping at a budget price.
Megan Racing EZ Street – $480- Great balance between stance and street comfort.
Raceland Classic Coilovers – $400- Budget-friendly, nothing “extra”, solution for a clean look.
KYB Excel-G + Springs Combo – $350- Tighter and more responsive than OEM but same comfort.