2018 Subaru WRX
Pros
- In both WRX and WRX STI, acceleration is swift and among best-in-class
- Delivers superb handling and steering response on twisting roads
- Full-time all-wheel drive enhances traction and performance
- Offers several premium safety equipment options
Cons
- STI's high-performance suspension makes for a rough ride
- Interior quality lags behind competitors
- Above-average amounts of wind and road noise
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Features & Specs
Safety
Our experts’ favorite WRX safety features:
- EyeSight Assist Monitor (EAM)
- Projects alerts and warnings (about pedestrians, potential collision) into a head-up type display in the windshield.
- Reverse Automatic Braking System (RAB)
- Automatically applies the brakes if driver fails to respond to alerts and obstacles.
- EyeSight Lane Keep
- Recognizes lane markings on both sides of the car and will guide you back to the middle if you drift too far from center.
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2018 Subaru WRX for Sale
Fifteen years ago, the Subaru WRX introduced many Americans to the notion of all-wheel-drive sport compact performance. The 2018 Subaru WRX powers forward with a 2.0-liter boxer four-cylinder engine, just like the original, while the maximum-performance WRX STI variant gets a 2.5-liter boxer with even more verve.
Either way, there's certainly no shortage of speed. The base WRX checks in at 268 horsepower, while the STI boasts 305 hp. That's a lot of ponies for a sedan the size of a Corolla. Sure-footed all-wheel drive makes the most of that impressive output whether the road is wet or dry, joining with accurate steering and crisp handling to provide a true sport sedan driving experience.
A purist-pleasing six-speed manual transmission is standard equipment, while a commuter-friendly continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is optional. Because gearless CVT transmissions can be unsettling for drivers accustomed to moving through the gears one step at a time, Subaru has programmed this one to "shift" through a series of simulated gear ratios. Consequently, it feels much like a regular automatic to the driver, even though there's no actual shifting going on.
Glancing at the sticker price of the WRX or especially the STI, some shoppers might expect luxurious appointments and a refined ride. These aspects are notably absent. The WRX is available in three different trim levels with a number of appealing amenities. But the overall experience remains relatively austere and intense, particularly with the STI's firmer suspension. There's also a fair amount of hard, cheap-looking interior plastic, which is disappointing in a car in this price range. The WRX family isn't for everyone; in other words, it's aimed at enthusiastic drivers who are willing to forgo some comfort and polish in return for performance that inspires.
On the safety front, Subaru's EyeSight bundle — including lane departure prevention and forward collision mitigation with automatic braking — is available, though only on the high-end Limited model (and only when equipped with the CVT). According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, crashworthiness improves from Good for the regular WRX to Superior for the EyeSight-equipped model.
Fuel economy ranges from 23 mpg (20 city/27 highway) for the manual-transmission WRX to 19 mpg combined (17 city/23 highway) for the manual-only STI, with the self-shifting WRX splitting the difference. You can certainly find more fuel-efficient performance cars in this day and age, though the endearingly quirky character of Subaru's engines will add value for some shoppers.
At the end of the day, the 2018 Subaru WRX is an all-season athlete meant for those who want every trip to be a thrill ride. Just like the original all those years ago, the standard 2018 WRX is a no-brainer if you're looking for AWD performance on a budget, though again, pricier versions bring cosseting luxury-brand alternatives into play. If you're a fan, Edmunds' peerless reviews and pricing data can help you find the WRX that's right for you.
2018 Subaru WRX Overview
The 2018 Subaru WRX is offered in the following submodels: , , . Available styles include 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M), Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M), STI 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M), Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M), STI Limited w/Wing 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M), Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT), Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT), and STI Limited w/Low Profile Trunk Spoiler 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M).
What do people think of the 2018 Subaru WRX?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2018 Subaru WRX and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2018 WRX 5 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2018 WRX.
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Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2018 Subaru WRX and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2018 WRX featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.
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What's a good price for a New 2018 Subaru WRX?
2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Wing 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Wing 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $42,839. The average price paid for a new 2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Wing 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $2,085 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $2,085 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$40,754.
The average savings for the 2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Wing 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is4.9% below the MSRP.
Available Inventory:We are showing 4 2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Wing 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburnarea.
2018 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2018 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $38,199. The average price paid for a new 2018 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $2,595 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $2,595 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$35,604.
The average savings for the 2018 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is6.8% below the MSRP.
Available Inventory:We are showing 3 2018 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburnarea.
2018 Subaru WRX Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2018 Subaru WRX Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $33,398. The average price paid for a new 2018 Subaru WRX Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $440 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $440 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$32,958.
The average savings for the 2018 Subaru WRX Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is1.3% below the MSRP.
Available Inventory:We are showing 2 2018 Subaru WRX Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburnarea.
2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Low Profile Trunk Spoiler 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Low Profile Trunk Spoiler 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $42,577. The average price paid for a new 2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Low Profile Trunk Spoiler 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $2,336 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $2,336 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$40,241.
The average savings for the 2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Low Profile Trunk Spoiler 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is5.5% below the MSRP.
Available Inventory:We are showing 1 2018 Subaru WRX STI Limited w/Low Profile Trunk Spoiler 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburnarea.
2018 Subaru WRX Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
Available Inventory:We are showing 1 2018 Subaru WRX Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburnarea.
2018 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2018 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $29,024. The average price paid for a new 2018 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $1,824 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $1,824 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$27,200.
The average savings for the 2018 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is6.3% below the MSRP.
Available Inventory:We are showing 1 2018 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburnarea.
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