2023 Subaru WRX Review | Specs, Features, Performance

Inspired by the world of motorsport rally racing, the 2023 Subaru WRX all-wheel drive (AWD) sports sedan comes with a track-tuned suspension, agile and precise handling, plus a tenacious attitude to give you sheer driving pleasure whether you’re on the track or enjoying an open or winding road.

Experience high performance Subaru style with the four-door WRX. Plan a visit to McLaughlin Subaru in Moline, IL, to explore it in person and let us prepare a WRX from our inventory for you to test drive. If you have a specific trim in mind and don’t see it in our current selection, contact us at (309) 726-4684 or send us a text or chat message. We’re happy to assist you with locating your perfect ride. You can also request a custom factory order, and one of our Subaru specialists will submit your order and keep you posted on the delivery schedule.

2023 Subaru WRX Interior Features

Slide inside the 2023 Subaru WRX and be met with impressive and easy-to-read vehicle instrument displays to aid you when you’re taking command behind the wheel. Standard on all four WRX trims are an analog speedometer, tachometer, plus coolant temperature and fuel gauges. Start up the engine and watch the full sweep of the gauge needles to ensure everything is working and calibrated before you take the WRX out for a ride. At night, enjoy the glow from the electroluminescent gauges that help keep you on top of key performance and vehicle information.

Depending on the 2023 WRX trim level you choose, interior features also include:

• Keyless access with push-button start
• Aluminum-alloy pedal covers
• Performance or Recaro® design front seats
• Cloth or Ultrasuede®-trimmed upholstery
• Six-way manual- or eight- or ten-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
• Automatic or dual-zone automatic climate control system
• Heated front seats
• 60/40 split, flat-folding rear seatbacks
• Leather-wrapped, flat-bottomed, three-spoke steering wheel with red stitching
• Steering wheel controls
• Tilt/telescoping steering column
• Leather-wrapped shifter handle
• Center console with LED-illuminated storage tray and 12V power outlet

In-cabin entertainment and connectivity tech features include:

• STARLINK® dual 7-in. Multimedia, 11.6-in. Multimedia Plus, or 11.6-in. Multimedia Navigation systems
• Six-speaker audio system or 11-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system
• Dual front USB input ports and dual rear USB charging ports

Engine Specs & Performance

A responsive, six-speed manual transmission comes standard on the 2023 Subaru WRX for tighter control, while the Subaru symmetrical AWD system provides enhanced stability and surface traction to help deliver an exceptional driving experience.

Engine	2.4L DOHC turbocharged four-cylinder
Transmission	Fully synchronized six-speed manual;  Subaru Performance Transmission (GT)
Drive System	Subaru symmetrical AWD
Horsepower	271 HP
Torque	258 lb.-ft.
Fuel Economy (MPG)	26 city/19 hwy;  25 city/19 hwy (GT)

2023 Subaru WRX Horsepower

Experience 271 horsepower at 5,600 RPM for maximum power behind the wheels in the 2023 Subaru WRX.

Exterior Colors Offered

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

2023 Subaru WRX Tire Size & Wheel Options

Lightweight yet strong and adding performance-inspired design styling, the 2023 Subaru WRX comes equipped with either 17- or 18-inch wheels and summer performance tires.

Depending on the trim you choose, find:

• 17-in. aluminum-alloy wheels with gray finish (standard on Base)
• 18-in. aluminum-alloy wheels with dark gray finish (standard on Premium, Limited)
• 18-in. aluminum-alloy wheels with matte gray finish (standard on GT)

• 235/45 R17 97W summer performance tires (standard on Base)
• 245/40 R18 97Y summer performance tires (standard on Premium, Limited, GT)

Trim Levels & Pricing

• 2023 Subaru WRX Base
• 2023 Subaru WRX Premium
• 2023 Subaru WRX Limited
• 2023 Subaru WRX GT

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