Acura TLX vs Subaru WRX STI
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2021 Subaru WRX STI
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Subaru WRX STISTI |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | TLX Sedan | STI |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2021 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Subaru WRX STISTI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,400 | $37,245 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Subaru WRX STISTI |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Subaru WRX STISTI |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp | 310 hp (best) |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 290 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Subaru WRX STISTI |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 12 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,756 lbs | 3,450 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | 4.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 104.3 in |
| Length | 194.6 in (best) | 180.9 in |
| Width | 75.2 in (best) | 70.7 in |
| Height | 56.4 in | 58.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Subaru WRX STISTI |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 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 TLX | Subaru WRX STI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TLX Sedan $45,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | STI $37,245 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | TLX Sedan $50,400 MSRP | STI Limited $41,945 MSRP |
| 3 | Type S $58,050 MSRP | STI Limited $41,945 MSRP |