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Subaru WRX

The Subaru WRX can trace its lineage back to the mid-1990s with the Impreza WRX, but it became a stand-alone model in 2013.

The all-wheel drive turbocharged four cylinder is a wolf in four-door sedan clothing, and offers a level of performance above other cars in the same price point.

For the current generation, Subaru is offering the 2.4-litre turbocharged WRX with a traditional six-speed manual or a continuously variable transmission, and features a return of the wagon bodystyle. The once-hallowed higher-performance STi version has been discontinued to make way for the brand's move toward electrification.

Current prices range from $45,990 to $59,790 for the WRX (AWD) and WRX TS (awd).

Subaru WRX Colours

Available colours (varying by model grade) are ‘Ceramic White’, ‘Ice Silver Metallic’, ‘Asteroid Grey Pearl’, ‘Ignition Red’, ‘Solar Orange Pearl’, ‘WR Blue Pearl’, ‘Sapphire Blue Pearl’, ‘Magnetite Grey Metallic’ and ‘Crystal Black Silica’.

  • Ceramic White
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Asteroid Grey Pearl
  • Ignition Red
  • Solar Orange Pearl
  • WR Blue Pearl
  • Sapphire Blue Pearl
  • Magnetite Grey Metallic
  • Crystal Black Silica
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

Subaru WRX Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Subaru WRX varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $45,990 and going to $59,790 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2024 Sedan 2.4L, —, 6 SP MAN $45,990 $57,990
2024 Wagon 2.4L, —, CVT AUTO $50,990 $59,790
2023 Sedan 2.4L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $41,030 $61,600
2023 Wagon 2.4L, PULP, CVT AUTO $46,200 $62,700
2022 Sedan 2.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $36,630 $66,550
2022 Wagon 2.4L, PULP, CVT AUTO $45,650 $61,710
2021 Sedan 2.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $36,300 $65,780
2020 Sedan 2.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $34,210 $61,710
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Subaru WRX Engine

The WRX RS is powered by a 2.4-litre, horizontally opposed four-cylinder, turbo-intercooled petrol engine developing 202kW/350Nm. The all-alloy unit features direct-injection and dual variable valve timing, its relatively flat design lowering the car’s centre of gravity significantly.

Subaru WRX Engine

Subaru WRX Accessories

Aside from the standard performance and safety tech, at a minimum the WRX features dual-zone climate control air, adaptive cruise control, 18-inch alloy wheels, sports front seats, auto dusk-sensing LED headlights, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, six-speaker audio, auto rain-sensing wipers, an 11.6-inch multimedia touchscreen and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Subaru WRX Accessories

Subaru WRX Q&As

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Subaru WRX Speed

Subaru doesn’t quote a 0-100km/h figure for the WRX but expect it to come up in the high five-second bracket. Maximum speed is 250km/h.

Subaru WRX Wheel Size

The Subaru WRX has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x45 R18 9 for Wagon in 2024.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2024 Wagon 225x45 R18 9 225x45 R18 9
2024 Sedan 245x40 R18 9 245x40 R18 9
2023 Wagon 225x45 R18 9 225x45 R18 9
2023 Sedan 245x40 R18 9 245x40 R18 9
2022 Wagon 225x45 R18 9 225x45 R18 9
2022 Sedan 245x40 R18 245x40 R18
2021 Sedan 245x40 R18 245x40 R18
2020 Sedan 245x40 R18 18x8.5 inches 245x40 R18 18x8.5 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Subaru WRX Wheel Sizes

Subaru WRX Interior

The WRX’s cabin treatment is a fairly busy mix of sharpish angles and shallow curves, the dash dominated by an 11.6-inch, portrait-oriented multimedia screen with a separate instrument pod for the driver next to it. The colour palette is mid-grey to black, sports front seats look and feel good and the overall standard of fit and finish is high.

Subaru WRX Interior

Subaru WRX Fuel Consumption

The Subaru WRX is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by — and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.9L/100km for Sedan /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2024 Sedan 9.9L/100km 2.4L 6 SP MAN
2024 Wagon 8.5L/100km 2.4L CVT AUTO
2023 Sedan 9.9L/100km 2.4L PULP 6 SP MAN
2023 Wagon 8.5L/100km 2.4L PULP CVT AUTO
2022 Sedan 9.2L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP MAN
2022 Wagon 8.5L/100km 2.4L PULP CVT AUTO
2021 Sedan 9.2L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP MAN
2020 Sedan 9.2L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP MAN
* Combined fuel consumption See All Subaru WRX Pricing and Specs for 2024

Subaru WRX Seats

The Subaru WRX is a five-seater with ample room in the front and in the back there’s good foot room, ample legroom but sitting straight, taller people will likely experience a head-to-roof interface in terms of headroom.

Subaru WRX Seats

Subaru WRX Dimensions

The dimensions of the Subaru WRX Sedan and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2024 Sedan 1465x1825x4670 mm 135 mm
2024 Wagon 1500x1795x4755 mm 140 mm
2023 Sedan 1465x1825x4670 mm 135 mm
2023 Wagon 1500x1795x4755 mm 140 mm
2022 Sedan 1475x1795x4595 mm 135 mm
2022 Wagon 1500x1795x4755 mm 140 mm
2021 Sedan 1475x1795x4595 mm 135 mm
2020 Sedan 1475x1795x4595 mm 135 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Subaru WRX Dimensions

Subaru WRX Boot Space

Boot capacity for the WRX sedan is 414 litres for the base car and 411 litres for the RS model. The Sportswagon expands that to 492 litres (rear seat up) and 909 litres (rear seat folded).

Subaru WRX Boot space

Subaru WRX Range

Theoretical range for the WRX manual sedan is around 635km and roughly 740km for the CVT auto sedan and Sportswagon.