DecodedCars2025 Subaru WRX
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan, Sport 4dr Sedan, Sport Eyesight 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 271 hp
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 19 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 183.9 in
- Curb weight
- 3,340–3,530 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Strong performanceUp to 271 hp, versus about 200 hp for similar 2025 models.
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 22 MPG combined, 27% below the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 16 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Subaru WRX is a midsize car offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,340 lb (4dr Sedan).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway), 27% worse than the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG, for an estimated $3,750 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 WRX — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 WRX →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2025 WRX configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan | 183.9 in | 72 in | 57.9 in | 105.5 in | 61.4 / 61.8 in | 3,340 lb | 60/40 |
| Sport 4dr Sedan | 183.9 in | 72 in | 57.9 in | 105.5 in | 61.4 / 61.8 in | 3,411 lb | 60/40 |
| Sport Eyesight 4dr Sedan | 183.9 in | 72 in | 57.9 in | 105.5 in | 61.4 / 61.8 in | 3,530 lb | 60/40 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRX | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -27% | $3,750 | 413 |
| WRX | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | -30% | $3,900 | 422 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9% |
Similar 2025 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru WRX (this car) | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla | 50 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 Honda Civic | 49 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Toyota Camry | 51 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2025 Toyota Prius | 57 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra | 54 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Chevrolet Malibu | 31 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Subaru WRX.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 Subaru WRX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Subaru WRX buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Electrical System — 2 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 1 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Subaru WRX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other WRX years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 WRX | 22 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 WRX | 22 | 183.9 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 14 |
| 2023 WRX | 22 | 183.9 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 9 |
| 2022 WRX | 22 | 183.9 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 25 |
| 2021 WRX | 23 | 180.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 13 |
| 2020 WRX | 23 | 180.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 18 |
| 2019 WRX | 23 | 180.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 31 |
| 2018 WRX | 23 | 180.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 45 |
| 2017 WRX | 23 | 180.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 53 |
| 2016 WRX | 23 | 180.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 34 |
| 2015 WRX | 24 | 180.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 51 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Subaru. How we calculate this →