2022 Subaru WRX Review

Name: 2022 Subaru WRX
Brand: Subaru

Price Range: $21,995 - $35,498

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7.6

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Among other higher-performing (but not high-performance) sedans, the 2022 Subaru WRX is a bit rougher around the edges. That may sound like a drawback for those seeking comfort and refinement, but it's a ringing endorsement for those familiar with the WRX's rally racing heritage and Subaru's history of producing fun and engaging vehicles.

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Pros

Standard all-wheel drive enhances traction and performance
Available 11.6-inch infotainment touchscreen is easy to read
Brisk acceleration
Stable and engaging handling

Cons

Subpar fuel economy
Noticeable road and wind noise
Need to order the automatic transmission to get most of the car's driver aids

What's new

The WRX is fully redesigned for 2022
More powerful engine
Available adaptive suspension
Kicks off the fifth WRX generation

Overview

Written by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

3/17/2022

Subaru's redesigned 2022 WRX follows the successful original recipe of a sport compact sedan fitted with a punchy, turbocharged flat-four engine that powers all four wheels. The outgoing generation lasted longer than usual — from 2014 to 2021 — and was sorely in need of an update. This new WRX is wonderful news for its existing, and potentially new, fanbase. It faces off against primarily front-wheel-drive competition, including Hyundai's new Veloster N and the redesigned 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI, but could be compared to the all-wheel-drive Golf R and turbocharged Mazda 3 as well.

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2022 Subaru WRX
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$28,646
fair price
$670 below market
- 27,272 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 19 City / 26 Hwy MPG, Manual
- Lindsay Cadillac of Alexandria (26 mi away)
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- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
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22 Combined MPG (19 City/26 Highway)
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Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-24-2026
2022 Subaru WRX
Premium Sedan
$24,995
good price
$1,052 below market
- 37,918 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 19 City / 26 Hwy MPG, Manual
- InTouch Auto Outlet (55 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Keyless Entry/Start
- Upgraded Headlights
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
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22 Combined MPG (19 City/26 Highway)
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VIN: JF1VBAF62N9010457
Stock: A5962
Certified Pre-Owned: No

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It's based on an entirely new chassis for the WRX, and power comes from a 2.4-liter (up from a 2.0-liter) turbocharged flat-four engine. The new WRX cranks out 274 horsepower and can be had with either a six-speed manual or Subaru's upgraded continuously variable automatic Subaru calls the Performance Automatic. Following both brand and model tradition, the WRX is all-wheel drive. Breaking some new ground for the WRX is an available adaptive suspension.

Subaru's redesigned 2022 WRX is a welcome and much-needed improvement over the previous generation. But it also has some drawbacks that you'll want to be aware of. Check out our test team's Expert Rating to get our full report.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Travis Langness

Average

7.6

out of 10

We drove the 2022 Subaru WRX on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

8/10

How does the WRX drive? The WRX isn't as quick as some of its rivals, but it's still fun to drive. We tested a manual-equipped WRX, and at Edmunds' test track it accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 6.0 seconds. That's appropriately quick, though achieving that time requires an abusive launch technique. Our test driver noted: "I'll be honest and say I thought I broke this car trying to launch it. The driveline shock when you drop the clutch is so harsh and severe that I thought there might be a pile of metal on the ground. Even with the new engine, there's a significant amount of turbo lag below about 3,000 rpm. That means getting the best launch basically means dropping the clutch from about 5,000 rpm." We have yet to test the automatic-equipped WRX.

The WRX is at its best when leaping from turn to turn on a curvy road. Its strong midrange power, all-wheel-drive traction, composed suspension and responsive steering make for an excellent, enthusiastic driving experience.

Unfortunately, the brakes in the WRX don't deliver the response or stopping confidence we'd expect. Its pedal feels too soft for something this sporty. At our test track, however, the WRX was able to stop from 60 mph in just 110 feet — a respectable distance for the segment.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the WRX? The ride quality and the seating comfort in the WRX are both right at the top of their class. It's worth noting that several hours of driving in the WRX gave us no significant fatigue or pain. The seats hold you in place well during corners and provide proper support all the time.

The climate controls that are located inside the big center touchscreen are a bit difficult to learn and can be distracting at first, but most owners will get the hang of using them relatively quickly. On the downside, the WRX is pretty noisy, with a little rumble from the engine at highway speeds and some pronounced wind noise over the doors and mirrors at speed.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? Up front, the WRX feels roomy for its class, and finding an excellent driving position should be easy. There's lots of range from the adjustable steering column and the driver's seat. The cabin controls are all within reach, and with the exception of the center screen, which looks daunting to use, everything is pretty easy to navigate. The back seat is a bit more cramped, especially with the transmission tunnel running through the center of the floor, so don't put your long-legged friends in the center of the back seat.

Getting in and out of the WRX is easy thanks to wide-opening doors, and once you're inside there's a good view forward from large windows. The high trunk line makes rear visibility more of a challenge compared to others in the class, but that's no major penalty.

Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? The 11.6-inch center screen in the WRX Limited is a highlight of the interior experience. It has crisp graphics and quick responses to inputs. Some users may dislike the portrait-style layout, but getting used to its functions is relatively easy. Seeing navigation destinations and directions is easy too thanks to the clear screen and high-contrast display. The 11-speaker Harman Kardon stereo is excellent as well, with high-quality audio that's properly powered for high-volume listening.

Smartphone connections occur quickly, and voice controls are easy to use thanks to a number of on-screen prompts and the system understanding most natural language. Our test vehicle was missing some key optional driver aids including adaptive cruise control and forward collision mitigation, but the blind-spot monitoring system and the lane keeping assist on the vehicle worked well without false alarms or overly sensitive alerts.

Storage

7/10

How’s the storage? As a higher-performing compact sedan, the WRX's competitor set includes a lot of vehicles that are available either as sedans and hatchbacks, or hatchbacks exclusively. The WRX only offers 12.5 cubic feet of trunk space, which is less than what the Honda Civic Si and Hyundai Elantra N offer. Thankfully, the rear seats do fold down to accommodate longer items.

Small-item storage is adequate enough for smartphones and small water bottles. Installing child seats into the back should be relatively easy thanks to wide-opening doors, though you have less rear legroom to fit a larger seat.

Fuel Economy

5.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates a manual-equipped WRX will get 22 mpg in combined driving, which is one of the worst in the class. Driving the WRX on the Edmunds' test loop for 115 miles, the WRX averaged 24 miles per gallon. That's right where we'd expect it to be according to its fuel economy rating, but other cars such as the Golf GTI and Elantra N are more frugal.

Value

6.5/10

Is the WRX a good value? Build quality is excellent. There are lots of soft-touch surfaces, and the WRX feels classy from the moment you step inside. Unfortunately, the WRX's fuel economy is much worse than competitors and worse than already bad previous-generation models. It's also one of the more expensive higher-performing compact sedans on the market.

For the class, the WRX's warranty is average: three years/36,000 miles of basic coverage, five years/60,000 miles of powertrain coverage, and corrosion coverage for five years/unlimited miles. Roadside assistance lasts the life of the basic warranty.

Wildcard

9/10

Fun is the name of the game in the WRX. We're heartbroken Subaru doesn't have plans to continue offering its even-higher-performing WRX STI in the future, but this standard WRX model provides a significant performance bump over the Impreza and it's comfortable during daily driving. The plastic panels that line the bodywork are a polarizing bit of styling, especially in photos, but they're easy to get used to in person and they give the WRX an extra bit of personality.

2022 Subaru WRX trim level differences

Subaru's 2022 WRX sedan comes in base, Premium, Limited and GT trims. Each comes with a turbocharged 2.4-liter horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine that's good for 271 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Power flows to all four wheels through either a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional continuously variable automatic (CVT; Subaru calls it a Subaru Performance Transmission). Feature highlights include: Compare the 2022 Subaru WRX trim levels in-depth.

Which WRX trim does Edmunds recommend?

The top GT trim is cool but pricey. So stick with the midlevel Premium for the best value. You're still getting most of the good stuff, such as the 11.6-inch touchscreen, and you can add on the optional upgraded sound system and navigation system if you want.

Cost to Drive

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$220/mo

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Reliability

The 2022 Subaru WRX has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 1 recall. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5, ranks it #41 out of 46 among Compact Cars. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

3.5 out of 5 stars3.5/5Above Average

#41 out of 46 among Compact Cars

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$748/yr

vs. $416/yr
for Average Compact Car

Frequency

0.56x/yr

vs. 1.01x/yr
for Average Compact Car

Severity

20.1%

vs. 10.4%
for Average Compact Car

Recalls

1 recall found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 23V016000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: WRA-23
Number of vehicles affected:: 4615
Defect Description:: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 WRX vehicles equipped with the "Eyesight" feature. The owner's manual may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Defect Consequence:: Incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function contained in the owner's manual may cause the lights to not be adjusted as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Subaru will mail an owner's manual insert containing the correct information, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-23.

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

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The Indominus WRX (base model review)

Rush2112, 08/08/2022

2022 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

This is my fifth Subaru since 2010, and my second WRX. My first was a 2014 hatchback (wagon), so much of my review on the 2022 model is in comparison to my past experiences with my 2014, and lessor to the common attributes of Subaru manufacture in general. First off, you'll see a large discrepancy between "shop" reviews and user reviews. Shop reviews tend to follow each other in … lockstep, with an emphasis on creating "views" more than focusing on an objective honest review from a purchaser standpoint. My first advice to you if you are interested in the WRX, is to quit reading/watching shop reviews online and go test drive one immediately. It's highly likely (I won't speak for you) that the experience you have in person will be much different than any review you read online. In fact, I would say it's likely much more positive than the cookie cutter/lock step shop reviews out there. Secondly, come back here and write your own review and mention the differences of your experiences vs. the shop reviews. Consumers want consumer reviews, be detailed and take your time- we all benefit. Here is my review: Refined. That was the word that summed up my first test drive. Every detail of the WRX seemed better than my 2014 WRX, and there were even refinements over my 2018 Crosstrek, and 2021 Ascent that I appreciated (mainly, but not limited to, the refinement of the firmware in the interface and electronics). I was impressed. My second test drive was extended, over a half hour long, and I could dig deeper into the way the drive train, handling, and engine performed. Overall I left more impressed than my first test drive and that experience caused me to custom order my own. My 2022 WRX was delivered almost a month early than the expected delivery date. I've had it for 3 days and I've driven it in every condition that I will experience. Freeway, mountains, wet weather (monsoon storm in the desert), and in town. I am still in the break in period so I'm paying attention not to go over the 4K rpm mark, and I have not used cruise control (both recommendations from the dealer). Since I took ownership, my impression has only improved further. You get a lot for your money here, even with the base model- but I do recommend getting the short throw shifter, its pretty much an affordable must. There's too much to list in terms of positive experiences, but all I can keep thinking is how refined it is in every way. From the aluminum hood with gas struts, to the awesome instrument cluster, the excellent vision out of the windows, the thrill of the handling (which is amazingly good), to the spirited acceleration, it's all fantastic. Unless you want obnoxiously loud exhaust, you'll find the sound of this WRX is near perfection. Just enough growl and beautiful harmony to keep a smile on your face, without waking up the neighbors and getting shoes thrown at your car. I was able to easily get over 30mpg on the highway (as high as 35mpg, and as low as 28mpg) and even with all the back roads driving and in town start and stops, I had no issues getting 25mpg or more. Those numbers will likely change after break in when I can use the full rev range and/or I'm able to use cruise control (I expect a wider range of high and low MPG). Many positive details will reveal themselves the more time you spend driving a 2022 WRX. For instance, the dual screen set up- I prefer this to the 11" screen. It's a more organized way to divide up the functions for both the car (bottom) and infotainment (top). There are also a few more analog controls which I prefer to most touch screen interfaces. I find more reliance on touch screens tend to demand more attention away from the road. Fancy, but overkill for my needs. The dual screen set up is a good overall compromise between modern tech and analog. Now as far as the drive train, whoa. I can tell you the sound and smoothness of the engine are far superior to my 2014 WRX. The power comes in just over 2K, so much sooner than the older (and more quirky/less reliable 2.5), and wow is it just a treat feeling it push you back in your seat. The gear box really shines on mountain roads to whit I feel it is best suited. Going up hill you'll practically live in 3rd gear which gives you plenty of punch as low as 25mph, and yet can be revved up comfortably to well over 65mph. Its nearly perfect for the twists and turns and that mixed with the incredible grip on hard turns, gives you complete command of the road. It's an awesome experience that I can't properly describe with text. The gear box feels a bit low for around the town driving, 1st gear especially, but that gear is awesome in bumper to bumper traffic, to whit I believe is its main purpose. At first I wasn't sure I'd like the gear ratios but after driving it in so many different circumstances, I see the brilliance of the engineering and decisions to design it as such. Again, driving it will enlighten you. Reviews do not do this car justice. It's roomier, more refined and well thought out, faster, handles better, and has better gas mileage than my old 2014. On top of that, is that its engine can stand for some serious upgrading without fear of it blowing up (like the old 2.5's did). When the aftermarket gets rolling on WRX mods, I think this car will be the most popular WRX yet, proving all the naysayers wrong. If I have the option to update this review in the future I will, for now, I've pretty much covered the basics. There are many little details that I wanted to include in this review, but I'd rather leave some room for surprise and to your own experience to find. If you live in So Cal give Irvine Subaru a try, I can't recommend them enough. Family owned and awesome down to earth staff, they will take care of you like a friend, no hassle, top rate service. Update: Just reread my review, I agree with everything that I've said previously still. It's because my weekend driver. I hope I have it the rest of my life. Cobb tuning now has a tuning kit available you can purchase if you want more horsepower out of your WRX. Check it out online you can bring the torque up to 400 foot pounds and the horsepower over 300 (barely). I may look into that in the future. Still 100% satisfied with my purchase I have no real complaints about my new WRX I just wish Subaru would make a hatchback version. Subaru do not get rid of the gas powered WRX. Subaru do not get rid of the manual transmission. If you do both you will kill the spirit of driving.

The Jack-Of-All-Trades (Premium Trim in Manual)

Flynn Joseph, 12/20/2022

2022 Subaru WRX Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

"A jack of all trades is a master of non, but often times better than a master of one" This is true for the 2022 WRX. The engine produces pretty good horsepower, excellent handling, comfortable seats, actual usable back seats for adults and good space in the trunk, enough technology, good price and with good resale value. I dig the looks and functionality of the plastic cladding around …

Go Drive It - you'll be glad you did...

Marky_Mark, 10/07/2022

2022 Subaru WRX Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

UPDATE - I'm not wild about the touchscreen infotainment system. During daylight hours it catches glare and is difficult to see even with sunglasses. It's not intuitive, and there's no knobs or switches to control common heat/ac functions. I have to take my eyes off the road to make changes - not cool. I traded in my 2015 silver WRX premium cvt (88,000 miles) for a 2022 black WRX …

Stealth speedster

JDW, 10/29/2022

2022 Subaru WRX Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

I bought the premium model with the sunroof and updated radio package. Added the short shifter too. This car is AMAZING. Powerful, shifts smoothly, comfortable interior. Bought it in the mag grey. Hides the wheel cladding. You will have zero regrets buying this car.

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2022 WRX Features & Specs

Trim:

Base

MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee	$29,605
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$274/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	12.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the WRX models:

EyeSight Assist Monitor: Projects alerts and warnings (about pedestrians, potential collisions) into a head-up display on the windshield.
Automatic Emergency Steering: Enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance.
Lane Keep Assist: Recognizes lane markings on both sides of the car and will guide you back to the middle if you drift too far from the center.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover9%

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2022 Subaru WRX trim level differences

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