I'm not too familiar with WRX's, but the Saab just seems more refined. The little things are starting to add up. On top of the standard features:

- solid engine
- all wheel drive
- nice headlight package with density levels
- huge amounts of cargo space
- stiff stock suspension

I've noticed:
- foam lining all over the car making the interior sound proof
- no honk when locking the doors, you get an electronic BMW-ish beep
- integrated tweeters in the door handle bezel
- NICE seats

There is room for improvement:
- stock radio and speakers are a joke
- no strut tower bars

The linear model is muuuuch better than anything in it's price class, only because the $7000 off puts it there. I can't think of a better car for the $ and the turbo Aero model should do the same.