Subaru WRX

20152026 · 31 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
21
Best
24

The Subaru WRX has been tested by the EPA across 31 different configurations spanning model years 2015 through 2026. Over this period, the WRX has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 24 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
2026
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182521MPG
2025
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
2025
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182521MPG
2024
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
2024
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182521MPG
2023
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
2023
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300192521MPG
2022
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
2022
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300192521MPG
2021
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,000202723MPG
2021
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182421MPG
2021
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
2020
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,000212723MPG
2020
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182421MPG
2020
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,650162219MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,000212723MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182421MPG
2019
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,650172219MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,000212723MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182421MPG
2018
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,650172219MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,000202723MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182421MPG
2017
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
2016
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,000202723MPG
2016
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
2016
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300182421MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,900212824MPG
2015
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$3,300192521MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
22
2025
22
2024
22
2023
22
2022
22
2021
23
2020
23
2019
23
2018
23
2017
23
2016
23
2015
24

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (WRX) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Subaru WRX. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Subaru Subaru WRX (2015 on; see 038 for prior to 2015.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
210
Total Deaths
139

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
15.2%
Fire Occurrence
8.6%
Speeding Involved
39.0%
DUI Involved
32.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

79%
Front
13%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2022
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2021
Fatal Crashes31
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2020
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2019
Fatal Crashes20
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2018
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2017
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2016
Fatal Crashes15
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2015
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.67

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2023
1
2022
1
2018
1
2016
1
2015
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory