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2015 Subaru WRX
Sedan · 2015–2026
Trims and features
What changed for 2015
First year we have trim data for.
2015 WRX trims
| Base | Limited | Premium | STI | STI Launch Edition | STI Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | ||||||
| Engine | 2.0-liter Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER | 2.0-liter Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER | 2.0-liter Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER | 2.5-liter Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER | 2.5-liter Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER | 2.5-liter Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 268 hp | 268 hp | 305 hp | 305 hp | 305 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 290 lb-ft | 290 lb-ft | 290 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-Speed Manual: 6-speed manual Sport Lineartronic: Sport Lineartronic | 6-Speed Manual: 6-speed manual Sport Lineartronic: Sport Lineartronic | Close ratio 6-speed manual | — | — |
| Gears | 6 | 6-Speed Manual: 6 Sport Lineartronic: — | 6-Speed Manual: 6 Sport Lineartronic: — | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Awd | 6-Speed Manual / Sport Lineartronic | 6-Speed Manual / Sport Lineartronic | Awd | Awd | Awd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 24 mpg | 6-Speed Manual: 24 mpg Sport Lineartronic: 21 mpg | 6-Speed Manual: 24 mpg Sport Lineartronic: 21 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 12 cu ft | 12 cu ft | 12 cu ft | 12 cu ft | 12 cu ft | 12 cu ft |
| Length | 180.9 in | 180.9 in | 180.9 in | 180.9 in | 180.9 in | 180.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3,267 lb | 6-Speed Manual: 3,320 lb Sport Lineartronic: 3,450 lb | 6-Speed Manual: 3,302 lb Sport Lineartronic: 3,433 lb | 3,386 lb | 3,386 lb | 3,444 lb + option |
| Tech | ||||||
| Touchscreen | 4.3 in | 4.3 in + option | 4.3 in + option | 4.3 in + option | 4.3 in | 4.3 in + option |
| Apple CarPlay | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Android Auto | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Digital gauge cluster | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 3.5 in |
| Audio | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Harman Kardon |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 + option | 6 + option | 6 + option | 6 | 9 |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Seats | Cloth + option | Leather | Cloth + option | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Heated seats | — | Front | Front | Front | Front | Front |
| Climate zones | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Sunroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Wheels | 17 in | 17 in | 17 in | 18 in | 18 in | 18 in |
| Headlights | Halogen | LED Reflector | Halogen | LED Reflector | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
Packages and options (31)
| Base | Limited | Premium | STI | STI Launch Edition | STI Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keyless Access with Push-Button Start | — | Optional | — | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| WRX Sport Package $3,403 | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Body Side Moldings | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fog Light Kit | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| SPT Carbon Fiber Trunk Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| STI Front Under Spoiler $399 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| STI Performance Exhaust System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| STI Rear Quarter Under Spoiler $335 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| STI Side Under Spoiler $499 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| WRX Trunk Spoiler | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Auto-Dimming Mirror with HomeLink | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Cargo Tray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Sill Plates | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| STI Aluminum and Leather Shift Knob | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| STI Short-Throw Shifter | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| 10-Inch Powered Subwoofer | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Touch-Screen Navigation System with Harman Kardon Premium Audio | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| 17-Inch Aluminum-Alloy Wheels | Standard | Standard | Standard | — | — | — |
| STI 15-Spoke 17-Inch Black Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Crystal Black Silica | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Crystal White Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Dark Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Galaxy Blue Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Ice Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Lightning Red | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| WR Blue Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Alcantara / Carbon Black Leather | — | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Blue and Black Leather / Alcantara | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Carbon Black Checkered Cloth | Optional | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Carbon Black Leather | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Carbon Black Leather / Red Bolster Accent | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: WRX 2019–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | SUBARU WRX 4 DR N/A AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 | SUBARU WRX 4 DR AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 13 |
| 2023 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 8 |
| 2022 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 25 |
| 2021 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 13 |
| 2020 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 17 |
| 2019 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 2 | 30 |
| 2018 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 2 | 42 |
| 2017 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 1 | 53 |
| 2016 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 3 | 34 |
| 2015 | Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 52 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
21–22 |
| 2025 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
21–22 |
| 2024 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
21–22 |
| 2023 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
21–22 |
| 2022 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
21–22 |
| 2021 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
18–23 |
| 2020 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
19–23 |
| 2019 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
19–23 |
| 2018 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
19–23 |
| 2018 | WRX STI Type RA | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2017 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
19–23 |
| 2016 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
19–23 |
| 2015 | WRX | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
19–24 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.