2023 Subaru WRX

A black 2023 Subaru WRX GT is angled left.

Are you tired of the same-old same-old vehicle? Bored with the standard sedan selections available? Do you want something that can blow you away with speed while still checking all the other important boxes? You may be satisfied with a standard four-door, but you deserve something more powerful, luxurious, and exciting. All those qualities come to life in the 2023 Subaru WRX, a sports sedan like no other. Bold, adventurous, and uniquely designed, the Subaru WRX stands out as one of the best available cars of its class. Inspired by the speed of a rally car and the endurance of an off-road vehicle, the Subaru WRX combines the best of both worlds for a fast and powerful sports sedan that isn't afraid to challenge tougher terrains.

While the engine and internal design of the 2023 Subaru WRX tend to steal the show, it brings much more to the table than some impressive numbers and designs. Inside, you'll find that the Subaru WRX is as efficient in the cabin as it is under the hood. With all the technology and capabilities you'd expect in such a sedan, drivers and passengers alike will delight in all the convenient and helpful features at their fingertips.

It's spacious and comfortable, and that same kind of quality craftsmanship is evident in the exterior design as well. The WRX is a speed demon's dream that resembles a racecar in philosophy but can tame the highways and backroads alike. The 2023 Subaru WRX is also designed to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. With advanced automatic warning and braking systems, the Subaru WRX will protect you from dangers you can't anticipate. It's a sports sedan that stands head and shoulders above the competition, and it's worth taking the time to see if it's right for you.

Starting MSRP: $30,605 [a]
Horsepower (hp): 271
Torque (lb-ft): 258
Cargo Volume (cu.ft.): 12.5

Ground-level view of a white 2023 Subaru WRX driving on a tree-lined road.

Performance

Saying that the 2023 Subaru WRX can perform well in any condition might just be a vast understatement. What might catch your eye first when looking over the impressive list of performance features the WRX brings to the table is its unique version of all-wheel drive.

Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

The WRX's trademark Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system provides maximum traction and optimal control on nearly any kind of road or terrain. Subaru describes Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as "a balanced, time-tested design refined through decades of rally experience." It will automatically distribute your car's power depending on your driving surface, giving you the best possible ride, whether you're on the highway, the backroads, sand, snow, or anything else you can find yourself on.

You name it, and the 2023 Subaru WRX can conquer it. This innovative all-wheel drive pairs perfectly with the WRX's sport-tuned suspension and quick-ratio steering, making for an incredibly agile and responsive driving experience. The WRX also includes electronically adjustable dampers that can alter your handling with just a button press, so you can ensure you get exactly what you want out of your suspension.

The WRX's Standard 2.4-Liter Turbocharged BOXER Engine

This kind of superior performance is generated by the Subaru WRX's standard 2.4-liter direct-injection turbocharged Subaru BOXER engine. It produces a roaring 271 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, which is part of the reason behind the WRX's road dominance. The 2023 WRX also includes an available quick-shifting six-gear manual transmission, which provides stick-shift enthusiasts with a responsive and agile shifter they can handle expertly.

Exceptional Steering

Want even more assurance that everything in this sedan is designed for driver performance? Even the steering wheel is optimized. The steering wheel's weight and feel are designed to ensure you have perfect control over your WRX and where you're headed with it. From top to bottom, the 2023 Subaru WRX exudes power, performance, and speed, designed with these attributes foremost in mind.

A blue 2023 Subaru WRX driving on a multi-lane highway with simulated sensor lines.

Safety

With a sports sedan as fast, strong, and efficient as the 2023 Subaru WRX, it can be easy to put your pedal to the metal and forget all else. But without important safety measures in place, the WRX and all its bells and whistles wouldn't be worth anything. Luckily, the WRX brings the same level of excellence of design featured in its engine to its safety and security features.

Subaru's EyeSight Driver Assist Technology

The highlight of the WRX's extensive safety system is the EyeSight Driver Assist Technology. EyeSight technology is unique to Subaru and is quite impressive in its scope. It is almost like an all-in-one package that can monitor the road for you and make sure you are safe from dangers you can't anticipate, and it's worth taking a closer look at.

Subaru's EyeSight technology can monitor nearby traffic and alert you if you're drifting into the wrong lane. You can also level up your cruise control with the Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Keep Assist feature. You can relax a bit and allow the WRX to find the ideal spot on the highway and maintain your speed at a comfortable level.

Other Standard Safety Features Included

An included automatic Pre-Collision Braking system will stop the WRX for you if you can't do it yourself. In times of emergency, rest assured that there's a precaution in place that can save you just as fast, often even faster, than our human reaction speed. The WRX also brings along Pre-Collision Management that works hand-in-hand with the aforementioned Pre-Collision Braking. If a potential collision is detected, your WRX can reduce power from the engine to help reduce a possible impact.

With all these handy (and potentially life-saving) automatic safety measures, sometimes it's easy to forget that you can actually drive the 2023 Subaru WRX yourself! You focus on driving the WRX the way it was meant to be driven - for your needs and enjoyment - and the car itself can focus on keeping you and your passengers safe.

A close up of the black wheel on an orange 2023 Subaru WRX Limited.

Design

At first glance, it's clear that the 2023 Subaru WRX is as good on the surface as it is under the hood. Subaru acknowledges that "the 2023 WRX wears its rally heritage on its sleeve." Indeed, elements of a racetrack showstopper are evident in the exterior design of the 2023 WRX. Its aggressive, athletic appearance will keep you feeling and looking sleek and agile on the roads. The 2023 WRX is built on Subaru's Global Platform, "which uses extensive high-strength steel for more rigidity and torsional stiffness." It keeps your car secure and adaptable, but it also ensures you're comfortable inside, feel minimal roll, and are disturbed as little as possible.

The Subaru WRX GT

If you're looking for something a bit flashier, the 2023 Subaru WRX GT is available with some enhanced external and internal design. The 18-inch alloy wheels are made with shining matte-gray and an intricate wheel-spoke design, so you can draw all the reactions and attention (though the WRX hardly needs the help!). The GT also includes Recaro performance front seats. For comfort, support, and style, there isn't a better fitting option than these seats in the WRX GT.

Interior Features

Inside any trim of the 2023 WRX is a spacious suite for passengers and drivers alike to enjoy. A multi-function touchscreen display at the center console displays all the information and entertainment necessary for long or short drives. The seats - with heated cushions in the front - are designed with comfort at the forefront, so you never have to endure stiffness or discomfort during your trips.

There's a lot to carry along these days, whether it be people or cargo, and the 2023 WRX can fit it all. The spacious 5-seater features a 60/40 split-fold for when you need to exchange backseat room for cargo space. The trunk is 12.5 cu.ft. in volume for all your groceries, luggage, or whatever you need to bring along. While the 2023 Subaru WRX excels as a speedy sports sedan, it never hurts to have a decent amount of storage space for whenever you need it.