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2016 Subaru WRX : An overview

Find a complete overview of the 2016 Subaru WRX, including key features and specifications, trims, inventory, alternatives, and other useful information. Read more

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Fuel Economy:8.4 - 13.8 City/HWY combined
Horsepower:268 - 305 hp
Drivetrain:All-Wheel Drive
Engine:Gasoline
Torque:258 - 290 ft-lb
Seats:5

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The 2016 Subaru WRX has 12 trims. Below you will be able to review and compare them.

12 trims available

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Subaru has a deep rally motorsport history, and in the all-wheel-drive WRX sedan that DNA runs loud and proud. This fourth generation WRX may be more civilized than any of its predecessors, but its stiff ride, raucous 268-hp turbocharged 2.0L flat-four and unbridled appetite for a twisty road will warm the hearts of the cognoscenti and scare off just about everybody else.

Available with a six-speed manual or a surprisingly well-tuned CVT with paddle shifters that call up “virtual” gears, the WRX shows its intent with blistered arches, aggressive snout, functional hood scoop and a small rear spoiler.

New for 2016, the WRX gets one-touch turn signal, updated steering wheel controls and standard 6.2-inch touchscreen with STARLINK smartphone integration.

WRX starts at $29,995, and for that we get fabric sport front seats, six-speed stick, and 17-inch alloys. Stepping up to the $32,795 Sport Package adds LED low beam headlights, sunroof, Subaru Rear/Side Vehicle Detection System (SRVD), 8-way driver’s seat and halogen fog lamps. The $36,095 Sport-Tech Package ups the ante with 18-inch alloys, upgraded suspension, leather, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with navigation, proximity key with pushbutton start and Harman Kardon audio.

Still a little tame? Then you’re ready for the legendary WRX STI. This hyper version is solely focused on one thing – raw speed – be it in a straight line or more preferably, up and down, zigging and zagging, and dirty and sideways. Comfort, refinement and isolation be damned. The $37,995 entry fee nets a 305 hp, 290 lb-ft 2.5L turbocharged flat-four that sends its anger through a six-speed manual to all four wheel via a trick, adjustable AWD. The STI feels faster than its advertised power.

The $40,795 Sport Package apes that of the WRX - LED low beam headlights, sunroof, Subaru Rear/Side Vehicle Detection System (SRVD), 8-way driver’s seat and halogen fog lamps. Plus a rear spoiler you can hang your laundry on. Luxury and tech goodies found in the $45,395 Sport-Tech package add a veil of civility to this highly focused instrument of speed.

New for 2016 is the limited edition $41,895 WRX STI Hikari. This one gets Hyper Blue paint, black-finish 18-inch forged BBS alloys, leather/Alcantara with blue stitching, sunroof and 6.2-inch touchscreen.

Trader Scores

This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car.

Score
7.1
Design
6.5
Comfort
7.0
Driving dynamics
8.0
Efficiency
7.0

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