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2016 Subaru WRX
Sedan · 2015–2026
Trims and features
What changed for 2016
- Trim dropped: STI Launch Edition
- Engine: 2.0-liter Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER → 2.0-liter DOHC Direct-Injection Intercooled Twin-Scroll Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder (Limited, Base, Premium)
- Fuel economy (combined): 24 mpg → 23 mpg (Limited, Base, Premium)
- Touchscreen: 4.3 in → 6.2 in (Limited, STI, Base, Premium)
- Wheels: 17 in → 18 in (Limited, Premium)
- Engine: 2.5-liter Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER → 2.5-liter DOHC Intercooled Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder (STI, STI Limited)
- Touchscreen: 4.3 in → 7 in (STI Limited)
2016 WRX trims
| Base | Limited | Premium | STI | STI Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | |||||
| Engine | 2.0-liter DOHC Direct-Injection Intercooled Twin-Scroll Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.0-liter DOHC Direct-Injection Intercooled Twin-Scroll Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.0-liter DOHC Direct-Injection Intercooled Twin-Scroll Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter DOHC Intercooled Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter DOHC Intercooled Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 268 hp | 268 hp | 305 hp | 305 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 290 lb-ft | 290 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual with carbon 1st and 2nd gear synchros and Incline Start Assist | 6-Speed Manual: 6-speed manual with carbon 1st and 2nd gear synchros and Incline Start Assist Sport Lineartronic Transmission: Sport Lineartronic Transmission with 6- and 8-speed manual modes | 6-Speed Manual: 6-speed manual with carbon 1st and 2nd gear synchros and Incline Start Assist Sport Lineartronic Transmission: Sport Lineartronic Transmission with 6- and 8-speed manual modes | Close-ratio 6-speed manual with Incline Start Assist | Close-ratio 6-speed manual with Incline Start Assist |
| Gears | 6 | 6-Speed Manual: 6 Sport Lineartronic Transmission: — | 6-Speed Manual: 6 Sport Lineartronic Transmission: — | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Awd | 6-Speed Manual / Sport Lineartronic Transmission | 6-Speed Manual / Sport Lineartronic Transmission | Awd | Awd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 23 mpg | 6-Speed Manual: 23 mpg Sport Lineartronic Transmission: 21 mpg | 6-Speed Manual: 23 mpg Sport Lineartronic Transmission: 21 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 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 |
| Curb weight | 3,269 lb | 6-Speed Manual: 3,338 lb Sport Lineartronic Transmission: 3,468 lb | 6-Speed Manual: 3,320 lb Sport Lineartronic Transmission: 3,450 lb | 3,386 lb | 3,439 lb |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 6.2 in | 6.2 in + option | 6.2 in + option | 6.2 in + option | 7 in |
| Apple CarPlay | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Android Auto | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Digital gauge cluster | 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 | 9 |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Lane keeping | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Blind-spot monitoring | — | Optional | — | — | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Rear cross-traffic | — | Optional | — | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Cloth | Leather | Cloth | Leather | Leather |
| Heated seats | — | Front | Front | Front | Front |
| Climate zones | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Wheels | 17 in | 18 in | 18 in | 18 in | 18 in |
| Headlights | Halogen | — | Halogen | — | — |
Packages and options (23)
| Base | Limited | Premium | STI | STI Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUBARU STARLINK 7.0-inch Multimedia Navigation, Harman Kardon Audio, Keyless Access, Blind-Spot Detection, EyeSight and Sport Lineartronic Transmission | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| SUBARU STARLINK 7.0-inch Multimedia Navigation, Harman Kardon Audio, Keyless Access, Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| SUBARU STARLINK 7.0-inch Multimedia Navigation with Harman Kardon Audio | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| SUBARU STARLINK 7.0-inch Multimedia Navigation with Keyless Access | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| WRX Sport Package $3,647 | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Low-Profile Trunk Spoiler | Standard | Standard | Standard | — | Optional |
| STI Trunk Spoiler | — | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and PIN-Code Vehicle Access | — | Optional | — | Optional | Standard |
| Harman Kardon Premium Audio System | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| SUBARU STARLINK 7.0-inch Multimedia Navigation | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | Optional | — | — | Standard |
| EyeSight Driver Assist Technology | — | 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 |
| Ice Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lapis Blue Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Pure Red | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| WR Blue Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Alcantara / Carbon Black Leather | — | — | — | 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, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, 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.