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2026 Subaru WRX

Sedan · 2015–2026

Trims and features

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2026 WRX trims

BaseGTLimitedPremiumSeries.YellowtS
Price
Starting MSRP$32,495$44,995from $38,995$33,995$45,995$44,995
Powertrain
Engine2.4-liter direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder2.4-liter direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder2.4-liter direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder2.4-liter direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder2.4-liter direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder2.4-liter direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder
Horsepower271 hp271 hp271 hp271 hp271 hp271 hp
Torque258 lb-ft258 lb-ft258 lb-ft258 lb-ft258 lb-ft258 lb-ft
Transmission6-speed manualSubaru Performance TransmissionCVT: Subaru Performance Transmission
Manual: 6-speed manual		6-speed manual6-speed manual6-speed manual
Gears6—CVT: —
Manual: 6		666
DrivetrainAwdAwdCVT / ManualAwdAwdAwd
Size and capability
Seats555555
Trunk12.5 cu ft12.5 cu ft12.5 cu ft12.5 cu ft12.5 cu ft12.5 cu ft
Length183.8 in183.8 in183.8 in183.8 in183.8 in183.8 in
Curb weight3,348 lb—CVT: 3,554 lb
Manual: 3,419 lb		—3,430 lb3,430 lb
Tech
Touchscreen11.6 in11.6 in11.6 in11.6 in11.6 in11.6 in
Apple CarPlayWirelessWirelessWirelessWirelessWirelessWireless
Android AutoWirelessWirelessWirelessWirelessWirelessWireless
Digital gauge cluster—12.3 in——12.3 in12.3 in
Audio—Harman KardonHarman KardonOptionalHarman KardonHarman Kardon
Speakers611116 + option1111
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise controlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Lane keepingLane CenteringLane CenteringLane CenteringLane CenteringLane CenteringLane Centering
Blind-spot monitoring—Blind Spot AlertBlind Spot Alert—Blind Spot AlertBlind Spot Alert
Automatic emergency brakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAutomatic Emergency Braking
Rear cross-traffic—Rear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic Alert—Rear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic Alert
Comfort
SeatsClothLeatherLeatherClothMicrofiberLeather
Heated seats—FrontFrontFrontFrontFront
Climate zones222222
Exterior
Sunroof—Tilt/Slide MoonroofTilt/Slide MoonroofOptional——
Wheels18 in18 in18 in18 in19 in19 in
Packages and options (29)
BaseGTLimitedPremiumSeries.YellowtS
Option Package: 12 $1,865———Optional——
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror $344OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Body Side Molding - WR Blue Pearl $378OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Door Edge Guards - Magnetite $207OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Door Edge Guards - WR Blue Pearl $207OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
LED Upgrade $136OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Splash Guards $213OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
STI Performance Mufflers $1,214OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Trunk Spoiler $559OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
All-Weather Floor Liners $176OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Tray - Sedan $156OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
First Aid Kit $47OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Footwell Illumination Kit $222OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Rear Seatback Protector $156OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Side Sill Plates - Illuminated $267OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
STI Short-Throw Shifter $457Optional—OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Trunk Cargo Hook $35OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Ceramic White OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Crystal Black Silica OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Galaxy Purple Pearl $395OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Ice Silver Metallic OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Ignition Red OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Magnetite Gray Metallic OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Sapphire Blue Pearl OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Sunrise Yellow ————Optional—
WR Blue Pearl OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Black Ultrasuede and Leather with Blue Bolsters and Trim —————Optional
Black Cloth with Red Stitching Optional——Optional——
Black Ultrasuede and Leather with Red Bolsters and Trim —OptionalOptional———

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem configurator, Oem press release, Oem press release, Press release, 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

YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2026 SUBARU WRX 4 DR N/A AWD5 StandardStandard 00
2025 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD5 StandardStandard 02
2024 SUBARU WRX 4 DR AWD5 StandardStandard 013
2023 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD5 OptionalOptional 18
2022 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD5 OptionalOptional 125
2021 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD5 OptionalOptional 113
2020 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD5 OptionalOptional 117
2019 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWDNot Rated OptionalOptional 230
2018 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWDNot Rated OptionalOptional 242
2017 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWDNot Rated OptionalOptional 153
2016 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWDNot Rated OptionalOptional 334
2015 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWDNot Rated NoNo 352

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)

YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2026WRXMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo		 21–22
2025WRXMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo		 21–22
2024WRXMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo		 21–22
2023WRXMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo		 21–22
2022WRXMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo		 21–22
2021WRXMan 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
2020WRXMan 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
2019WRXMan 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
2018WRXMan 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
2018WRX STI Type RAMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo 18
2017WRXMan 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
2016WRXMan 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
2015WRXMan 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.

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