2022 Subaru WRX Review | Features, Specs & Color Options in Moline, IL

Embrace the thrill of precision-tuned performance when you choose a 2022 Subaru WRX. All-new features include a Subaru performance transmission, upgraded suspension, and a turbocharged engine. For more details, check out the following review crafted by the McLaughlin Subaru team.

After reading, take a look at the new Subaru WRX for sale in Moline, IL, and pair your favorite model with a Subaru WRX deal. Ready to get behind the wheel? Schedule a test drive today! If you have any questions, please contact our Subaru dealership by phone at (866) 960-7363 or through our online form.

New Key Features

• Subaru performance transmission
• SUBARU STARLINK® 11.6-in. infotainment display
• 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine
• Rally-inspired GT trim level
• Track-tuned suspension

Interior Features & Cargo Space Available

Impressive cabin amenities bring the sporty aesthetic inside. The standard performance design front seats are embellished with red stitching and can be adjusted for improved head posture with height and tilt adjustable head restraints. The leather-wrapped flat-bottomed steering wheel is also designed with red stitching to match the seat upholstery. And the leather-wrapped shifter handle gives you a supple grip to change gears at a moment’s notice. 

Haul groceries in the trunk with up to 12.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity.

Engine Specs Offered

Ready, set, go! The 2022 Subaru WRX is focused on delivering performance inspired by a rich history in rally racing. With a standard quick-shift six-speed manual transmission, you can engage directly with your car and choose the gear you want when you want. Or, take advantage of the available new Subaru performance transmission, which fuses the comfort of an automatic with the excitement of a manual from wheel-mounted paddle shifters and includes rev-matching capability for ultra-smooth shifting. 

You’ll also appreciate the available drive mode select, which gives you control over the engine, steering, suspension, and all-wheel drive (AWD) with a choice between four preset modes or a fifth customizable Individual Mode. 

View the new turbocharged WRX engine specs in the following chart.

Engine	2.4L turbo SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder
Horsepower	271 HP
Torque	258 lb.-ft.
MPG (city/hwy)	19/26

New Suspension & AWD Features

The 2022 WRX features an advanced symmetrical AWD system that can be optimized to deliver more power to the rear wheels when you need it. The track-tuned suspension is engineered to provide maximum traction around every corner with minimum suspension travel from greater chassis stiffness and improved torsional rigidity. Electronically adjustable dampers on the GT trim enable you to select your ideal level of firmness to suit your style of driving.

Technology & Safety Features

Innovative infotainment and driver assistance technology are essential to the WRX experience. Access all your favorite apps with help from the STARLINK Multimedia system, which can be used through an available 11.6-inch touchscreen or standard dual 7-inch touchscreens. Audiophiles will enjoy listening to their favorite tunes thanks to the 11-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system. 

Protect yourself and your crew with standard LED headlights, an available suite of EyeSight driver assist tech, and available blind spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross traffic alert. EyeSight features include:

• Advanced adaptive cruise control with lane centering
• Pre-collision braking
• Lane departure and sway warning with lane keep assist

Trim Models Available

Depending on the aesthetics and features you prefer, you’ll find a Subaru WRX trim to match your requirements. Head over to our Subaru WRX trims guide for a detailed breakdown of features by trim level. 

• 2022 Subaru WRX - starting at $29,105 MSRP
• 2022 Subaru WRX Premium - starting at $31,605 MSRP
• 2022 Subaru WRX Limited - starting at $35,995 MSRP
• 2022 Subaru WRX GT - starting at $41,895 MSRP

Color Options Offered

Do bold colors like bright orange or blue catch your eye? Or do you prefer a more subtle gray or silver? Regardless of your personal style, there’s a Subaru WRX color for you. 

• Blue Pearl
• Crystal Black Silica
• Ice Silver Metallic
• Sapphire Blue
• Magnetite Gray Metallic
• Ignition Red
• Ceramic White
• Solar Orange Pearl

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2021 Subaru WRX Overview | Moline, IL

Inspired by its heritage of dominating rally courses, the 2021 Subaru WRX is not for the faint of heart. Precision-engineered for street and track-worthy performance, the Subaru WRX is designed for those whose passions are fueled by adrenaline. Below, the McLaughlin Subaru team has put together a WRX overview for your research benefit. 

Please view our WRX models for sale in Moline, IL, if you’d like to see our current inventory. Have questions? Reach out to our Subaru dealership team by phone at (866) 960-7363 or through our online form.

Power & Handling

The 2021 WRX is engineered to take your breath away. Track-tuned suspension with dynamic spring and damper rates, symmetrical all-wheel drive, and large front and rear anti-roll bars mean you can take the apexes with ease. An available Sport Lineartronic® transmission seamlessly delivers consistent power through the gears, while paddle shifters let you manually control shifts in six- or eight-speed modes for an engaging driving experience. View full 2021 WRX engine specs in the following chart. 

2.0L direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® four-cylinder	Engine	2.5L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder
268 HP	Horsepower	310 HP
258 lb.-ft.	Torque	290 lb.-ft.
20/27	MPG (city/hwy)	16/22
Six-speed manual	Transmission	Close-ratio six-speed manual
WRX, Premium, Limited	Trim Availability	STI, STI Limited

Trim Levels

Whether you’re looking to take advantage of cushy interior amenities or precision steering, there is a 2021 Subaru WRX trim level for you. 

• 2021 Subaru WRX - starting at $27,495 MSRP
• 2021 Subaru WRX Premium - starting at $30,045 MSRP
• 2021 Subaru WRX Limited - starting at $32,095 MSRP
• 2021 Subaru WRX STI - starting at $37,245 MSRP
• 2021 Subaru WRX STI Limited - starting at $41,945 MSRP

Interior

The 2021 Subaru WRX cabin brings the focus on your comfort and well-being. The available Recaro® performance seats on WRX STI models are designed with sturdy side bolsters to keep you stabilized and reduce strain of repositioning against forces when taking turns and cornering. Adjust to your requirements with the eight-way power driver’s seat. Admire the bright sunlight seeping in through the power tilt/sliding glass moonroof. And haul your groceries home with the spacious 12 cubic-foot trunk.

Exterior

Embrace the “cool factor” when you drive a 2021 Subaru WRX. The trunk spoiler is prominent on the STI trims and low-profile on the WRX, WRX Premium, and WRX Limited. LED headlights and fog lights better illuminate obstacles and pedestrians when the sun goes down. The standard daytime running lights get the attention of your fellow drivers for everyone’s safety. And the heated side mirrors help you melt off that pesky ice during those deep winter freezes.

Safety

You and your loved ones can rest easy knowing there are a plethora of standard and available safety and driver-assist features for the 2021 Subaru WRX. View the following list of Subaru WRX driver assistance features for the details. 

• High beam assist
• Rear vision camera
• Blind spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross traffic alert
• EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology
• Adaptive cruise control
• Pre-collision braking
• Lane departure with sway warning functions
• Standard on CVT models

Technology

If you want to lip-sync to your favorite music, you’ll appreciate the 2021 Subaru WRX infotainment options. The available nine-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system amplifies and enhances your commute playlists. Wireless smartphone pairing makes accessing your favorite apps simple. And the SiriusXM® Traffic and Travel LInk® systems will help you arrive at point B.

Color Options

Do you prefer to stand out? Or is blending in more your style? Either way, there’s a 2021 Subaru WRX color for you.

• Crystal Black Silica
• Pure Red
• Ice Silver Metallic
• Crystal White Pearl
• Lapis Blue Pearl
• WR Blue Pearl
• Magnetite Gray Metallic

2020 Subaru WRX for Sale in Moline, IL

Dominate the road with the 2020 Subaru WRX, a turbocharged small car with a big personality. Not only does this Subaru car sound good on paper, but it drives well too, as this 2020 Subaru WRX for sale guide showcases. 

Explore the details about this sporty car, then schedule a test drive at our Subaru dealership in Moline, IL. If you have any questions, please reach out to one of our McLaughlin Subaru representatives by phone at (866) 960-7363.

Highlights

Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Handle challenging weather situations with ease thanks to the all-wheel drive capability of the 2020 Subaru WRX.

Keyless access. Enter your car without a key thanks to keyless access with push-button start and the capability of using a PIN-code.

STARLINK® 7-in. Multimedia. Access multiple infotainment options with the STARLINK® Multimedia system equipped to the 2020 Subaru WRX. 

Power tilt/sliding glass moonroof. Glory in views of clear or cloudy skies using the powered moonroof. 

Models Available

After reading through the 2020 Subaru WRX trims below, navigate to our WRX trims guide to learn more. 

• 2020 Subaru WRX - Starting at $28,395 MSRP
• 2020 Subaru WRX Premium - Starting at $30,695 MSRP
• 2020 Subaru WRX Limited - Starting at $32,995 MSRP
• 2020 Subaru WRX STI - Starting at $37,895 MSRP
• 2020 Subaru WRX STI Limited - Starting at $42,595 MSRP

Performance & Handling

Lively and high-functioning, the 2020 Subaru WRX has two powertrain options. Either take advantage of the standard 2.0L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER®, which produces 268 HP and 258 lb.-ft. of torque, or level up to the 2.5L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® standard on WRX STI models only, which produces 310 HP and 290 lb.-ft. of torque.

Interior

Retain an optimum comfort level in the 2020 Subaru WRX. The ten-way power driver's seat allows you to adjust your seat as needed for your ideal driving position. Dual-zone automatic climate control system ensures a reasonable temperature is maintained even on those sweltering summer days. And the available heated front seats take things in the opposite direction weather-wise with the ability to keep you and your co-pilot warm.

Accolades

The 2019 Subaru WRX has won a 2019 Top Safety Pick+ award from IIHS.