Acura ILX vs Subaru WRX
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Subaru WRX
Overview
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru WRXWRX (Base) |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | WRX (Base) |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru WRXWRX (Base) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,300 (best) | $32,495 |
| Lowest listing price | $13,901 | $13,897 (best) |
| Median listing price | $22,967 (best) | $27,379 |
| Highest listing price | $26,500 (best) | $40,979 |
| For sale now | 7 | 29 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru WRXWRX (Base) |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 16.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru WRXWRX (Base) |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 271 hp (best) |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru WRXWRX (Base) |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.4 cu ft | 12.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,095 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 105.2 in (best) |
| Length | 182.2 in | 183.8 in (best) |
| Width | 70.6 in | 71.9 in (best) |
| Height | 55.6 in | 57.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru WRXWRX (Base) |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura ILX | Subaru WRX |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $27,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | WRX (Base) $32,495 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $29,300 MSRP | Premium $33,995 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $31,300 MSRP | Limited $38,995 MSRP |
| 4 | Base $33,200 MSRP | Limited $39,995 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GT $44,995 MSRP |
| 6 | — | tS $44,995 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Series.Yellow $45,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Acura ILX vs Subaru WRX FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Subaru WRX?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Acura ILX vs 2026 Subaru WRX on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Subaru WRX?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Acura ILX starts lower at $27,300. Live Acura ILX listings start at $13,901. Live Subaru WRX listings start at $13,897.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Subaru WRX?
- The 2022 Acura ILX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Subaru WRX?
- The 2022 Acura ILX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Subaru WRX?
- The 2026 Subaru WRX leads on horsepower in this comparison (271).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Acura ILX vs 2026 Subaru WRX?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura ILX (5/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru WRX (5/5 NHTSA overall).