2016 Subaru WRX
3 trims · 5 configurations · Sedan
Starting MSRP
$26,595 – $31,595
Key specifications
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Source: NHTSA · 3 recalls on record
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Pricing
How much should you pay for the Subaru WRX? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.
MSRP by trim
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Purchase information
Based on Base
Total price (Base MSRP)
$26,595
Typical monthly
$527/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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Base
- MSRP
- $26,595
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 20/27
- Horsepower
- 268 hp
- Torque
- 258 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2L flat 4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 12
- Max towing
- —
Premium
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $28,895 – $30,095
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 20/27
- Horsepower
- 268 hp
- Torque
- 258 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2L flat 4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 12
- Max towing
- —
Limited
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $30,395 – $31,595
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 20/27
- Horsepower
- 268 hp
- Torque
- 258 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2L flat 4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 12
- Max towing
- —
| Spec | Base | Premium2 configurations | Limited2 configurations |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $26,595 | $28,895 – $30,095 | $30,395 – $31,595 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 20/27 | 20/27 | 20/27 |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 268 hp | 268 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine | 2L flat 4 gas | 2L flat 4 gas | 2L flat 4 gas |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Max towing | — | — | — |
Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.
Full specifications
Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine type
- BasegasPremiumgasLimitedgas
- Fuel type
- Basepremium unleaded (recommended)Premiumpremium unleaded (recommended)Limitedpremium unleaded (recommended)
- Cylinders
- Baseflat 4Premiumflat 4Limitedflat 4
- Displacement
- Base2 LPremium2 LLimited2 L
- Horsepower
- Base268 hpPremium268 hpLimited268 hp
- Torque
- Base258 lb-ftPremium258 lb-ftLimited258 lb-ft
- Transmission
- Base6-speed manualPremium6-speed manualLimited6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- Baseall wheel drivePremiumall wheel driveLimitedall wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- BaseSedanPremiumSedanLimitedSedan
- Doors
- Base4Premium4Limited4
- Seating
- Base5Premium5Limited5
- Length
- Base180.9 inPremium180.9 inLimited180.9 in
- Width
- Base70.7 inPremium70.7 inLimited70.7 in
- Height
- Base58.1 inPremium58.1 inLimited58.1 in
- Wheelbase
- Base104.3 inPremium104.3 inLimited104.3 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- Base12 cu ftPremium12 cu ftLimited12 cu ft
- Curb weight
- Base3,269 lbsPremium3,269 lbsLimited3,269 lbs
- Fuel tank
- Base15.9 galPremium15.9 galLimited15.9 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- Base23Premium23Limited23
- City MPG
- Base20Premium20Limited20
- Highway MPG
- Base27Premium27Limited27
| Spec | Base | Premium | Limited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | |||
| Engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Cylinders | flat 4 | flat 4 | flat 4 |
| Displacement | 2 L | 2 L | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 268 hp | 268 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Dimensions | |||
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 180.9 in | 180.9 in | 180.9 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 58.1 in | 58.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 104.3 in | 104.3 in |
| Capacity & weight | |||
| Cargo capacity | 12 cu ft | 12 cu ft | 12 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,269 lbs | 3,269 lbs | 3,269 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 15.9 gal | 15.9 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | |||
| Combined MPG | 23 | 23 | 23 |
| City MPG | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Highway MPG | 27 | 27 | 27 |
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2016 Subaru WRX FAQ
- How much does the 2016 Subaru WRX cost?
- The 2016 Subaru WRX has a starting MSRP of $26,595, ranging up to $31,595 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $26,595; Premium from $28,895; Limited from $30,395.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Subaru WRX?
- The 2016 Subaru WRX achieves up to 23 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 2016 Subaru WRX have?
- The 2016 Subaru WRX offers up to 12 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- Is the 2016 Subaru WRX safe?
- The 2016 Subaru WRX earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
- How many trims does the 2016 Subaru WRX come in?
- The 2016 Subaru WRX is available in 3 trims (5 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with all wheel drive.