Powerful, thrilling and entirely uncommon

The new 2023 Subaru WRX features a more aggressive exterior that reinforces all the power and performance hidden from view. The front grille is low, wide and forceful. The iconic hood scoop is perfectly positioned for increased airflow and optimum visibility. The muscular wheel arches are pronounced, creating a low, wide and powerful appearance overall. The piercing headlights, quad exhaust tips and LED-infused tail lights complete the appearance of this elite athlete.

Lightweight Aluminum Alloy Wheels

All the wheels available on the latest WRX are engineered with ultimate performance in mind. The base model features summer performance tires mounted on lightweight 17-inch wheels with a gunmetal finish and 15 spokes. The WRX Sport and WRX Sport-tech feature summer tires fitted to 18-inch 15-spoke wheels with a gunmetal finish. Every single wheel is a winner.

Cutting-Edge Aerodynamics

The new WRX has been designed and engineered for superior aerodynamic performance—every crease, curve, angle and air outlet has a specific purpose. The net result is a uniquely sleek design that’s ultra-efficient and supremely well-balanced, a shape that carves and coaxes the wind to maximum effect.

Auto ON/OFF LED Headlights

These headlights automatically turn on under low-light conditions and when the windshield wipers are activated and turn off when the key is removed from the ignition. They employ the latest lighting technology to emit a bright, white beam for increased safety and convenience in all conditions. The standard welcome lighting feature triggers the headlights and interior lights as you exit or get close to the car. The WRX Sport-tech and Sport-tech with EyeSight® models also feature steering responsive LED headlights.

Power-Adjustable Heated Mirrors

The side mirrors are aerodynamically sculpted to reduce wind noise and increase efficiency, foldable to prevent damage when parked on the street and heated to keep the glass surface clear in cold conditions. The WRX Sport-tech and Sport-tech with EyeSight® models also feature LED turn signals mounted on the side mirrors.

LED Fog Lights

The multi-reflector LED fog lights slice through murky conditions, improve nighttime visibility and bring increased safety to all possible driving scenarios. It’s simple: The better your lighting technology, the more you see and the safer your are. These high-performance fog lights are available on the WRX Sport, Sport with EyeSight^®, Sport-tech and Sport-tech with EyeSight^®.

Integrated Crossbar Brackets

All versions of the 2023 Subaru WRX feature standard integrated crossbar brackets. These brackets set the stage for the quick and easy installation of roof racks, bringing added everyday versatility and weekend capability to this uncommon sportscar. The roof rack system can accommodate everything from bicycles to snowboards and kayaks to cargo carriers.

Aerodynamic Rear Spoiler

In the development of the latest WRX, the engineers paid extra attention to improving aerodynamic performance, efficiency and downforce through any means possible. This low-profile rear lip spoiler—available on the WRX Sport, Sport with EyeSight^®, Sport-tech and Sport-tech with EyeSight^®—fulfills the mandate and drives improved grip, handling and sheer tenacity.

Uncommon comfort, everyday connectivity, pure sportscar

With advanced technologies, intuitive controls and multimedia options galore, the passenger cabin of the 2023 Subaru WRX screams high performance. The interior has been completely reengineered from the previous version to create new levels of comfort, refinement and sheer style. This is a space for authentic driving enthusiasts—and for those who just want to sit back and enjoy the ride.

Dual 7-inch Infotainment System

Available on the base trim level WRX, this AM/FM/MP3/WMA infotainment system features two 7-inch high-resolution touchscreen displays. The system also features Bluetooth^® connectivity with voice activation and streaming audio, dual USB ports for front-seat passengers, auxiliary audio input and steering wheel integrated controls. What’s more, the system is Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ compatible, is powered by six speakers and comes with a free three-month trial subscription to SiriusXM^® Satellite Radio^† with Travel Link^®†.

^† Subscription required

11.6-inch Infotainment System

Available on all WRX Sport models, this AM/FM/MP3/WMA infotainment system features an 11.6-inch tablet-style touch-screen display, Bluetooth^® mobile phone connectivity with voice activation and streaming audio, dual USB ports front and rear, auxiliary audio input and steering wheel integrated controls. Compatible with both Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™, the system comes with six speakers and a free three-month trial subscription to SiriusXM^® Satellite Radio^† with Travel Link^®†. To top it all off, this system also includes a free three-year subscription to SUBARU STARLINK^® Connected Services^†, a suite of services that brings more convenience, safety and security to every drive.

^† Subscription required

11.6-inch Infotainment System w/ Navigation

Available on the WRX Sport-tech, this upscale AM/FM/MP3/WMA infotainment system features an 11.6-inch tablet-style touchscreen display with GPS navigation. The system is Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ compatible, and features Bluetooth^® mobile phone connectivity with voice activation and streaming audio, dual USB ports front and rear, auxiliary audio input and steering wheel integrated controls. In terms of sound, there’s a premium 11-speaker Harman Kardon^® audio system with subwoofer and amplifier. The system also includes a free three-month trial subscription to SiriusXM^® Satellite Radio^† (with SiriusXM^® Traffic^† and Travel Link^®†), and a free three-year subscription to SUBARU STARLINK^® Connected Services^†.

^† Subscription required

SUBARU STARLINK^® Connected Services

SUBARU STARLINK^® Connected Services^† is an in-vehicle technology system that connects your Subaru to the world around you, bringing added safety, security, comfort and convenience to every drive. This suite of services includes Remote Engine Start/Stop (Only on trims with EyeSight^®), Remote Lock/Unlock, Advanced Automatic Collision Notification, Enhanced Roadside Assistance and Customizable Vehicle Alerts, among many other features. SUBARU STARLINK^® is available on a free three-year trial subscription on the WRX Sport trim level and up.

^† Subscription required

MediaHub Connectivity

All versions of the WRX feature two USB ports in the front, making it easy to charge two devices at once while listening to music or podcasts. The storage bin in the centre console also includes a 12V power outlet, USB port control and auxiliary audio input. On select models, specifically the Sport model and up, the back of the centre console features another two USB ports for rear-seat passengers to charge their devices.

Gauges and Multi-information Display

The instrument panel places the focus on two large and easy-to-read gauges—the tachometer and speedometer—while all secondary information is shifted to the sides. The full-colour, 4.2-inch multi-information display between the gauges houses various warning symbols and an ECO gauge with coloured bars to monitor efficiency. On Sport and Sport-tech models, the display also houses live graphics from the EyeSight^® Driver Assist Technology system.

More Space, Unrivalled Versatility

The passenger cabin of the 2023 Subaru WRX is a smartly designed space with plenty of shoulder room for all passengers and ample legroom for rear-seat passengers. The standard 60/40-split folding rear seats bring added cargo capacity, which also features a wide trunk opening and a generous amount of space between the rear wheel housing. With this level of versatility, the WRX truly is an everyday sportscar.

The high-performance front seats on the WRX are engineered to create a firm point of contact between car and driver—and to offer endless hours of support. The front seats on all models feature 3-stage heating for increased warmth and whiplash-reducing structures for improved safety. On the WRX Sport trim level and up, there’s an 8-way power driver’s seat with added lumbar support. The Sport trim seats are clad in premium cloth, while the Sport-tech trim gets soft-touch with Ultrasuede^® inserts.

A tradition of world-class
safety standards

From the very start, Subaru engineers have focused on testing and developing some of the most robust and technologically advanced active and passive safety systems in the business. These systems give all Subaru drivers increased confidence on all types of roads and in all conditions. This is especially true of the 2023 Subaru WRX, which strikes a perfect balance between sheer excitement and absolute security.

Heightened response, increased safety

When you decide to continue the legacy of a world-class sportscar, you abandon all thought of cutting corners—authentic performance means performance across the board, including active safety. This is why the new WRX is equipped with a legendary all-wheel drive system, striking agility and superior visibility. These elements are supported by class-leading active safety systems such as EyeSight^®◊, multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control, active torque vectoring and high-performance brakes. These are the qualities that combine to give the 2023 Subaru WRX excellent evasive capabilities, no matter how challenging the circumstances.

Superior sightlines, heightened visibility

Engineering a superior enthusiast car relies on many elements, not least of which is creating the feeling of being in complete control. Using this as a guiding principle, the 2023 WRX has been engineered to deliver superior visibility in all directions. The steeply raked windshield, narrow A-pillar, generous glass area, high seating position and door-mounted side mirrors work together to keep blind spots to a minimum and to boost driver confidence to greater heights.

EyeSight^® Driver Assist Technology

This advanced system utilizes two cameras to monitor activity on the road ahead, help identify potential danger and provide assistance to the driver in times of need. EyeSight^® features multiple advanced active safety systems all-in-one: Adaptive Cruise Control with Vehicle Hold, Emergency Automatic Steering, Pre-Collision Braking, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lead Vehicle Start Alert, Lane Centring Assist, Lane Keep Assist and Sway Warning. The latest version features a wider angle of view, EyeSight Assist Monitor to help focus the driver’s attention on the most important information, Emergency Automatic Steering and an electric brake booster for more assisted stopping power. When equipped with EyeSight, every single Subaru model has earned the highest possible front-crash prevention rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This award-winning system is standard on the WRX Sport with EyeSight^® and the WRX Sport-tech with EyeSight^®.

Reverse Automatic Braking

Available on the WRX Sport with EyeSight^® and the WRX Sport-tech with EyeSight^®, this system detects obstructions behind the vehicle and automatically applies the brakes if it appears the risk of a collision is high. The system also incorporates a warning feature, which triggers different patterns of alarms according to the distance your car is away from an object or obstruction.

High Beam Assist

Standard on all versions of the Subaru WRX, this system allows the driver to keep the high beams on at all times. When the system detects an oncoming vehicle or the distance to the vehicle in front is reduced, High Beam Assist automatically dims the headlights. When other vehicles are far enough away, the system automatically switches the high beams on again.

Steering Responsive Headlights

These LED headlights automatically angle in the direction the car is turning, providing better illumination and increased levels of safety. Available on all versions of the WRX Sport-tech, the headlights also cast a brighter and whiter beam for improved visibility. In addition, the headlights are automatically activated by the windshield wipers to ensure greater safety in rainy conditions.

High-performance Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

The braking system on the WRX incorporates the latest developments in stopping technology, all engineered with superior safety in mind. Electronic Brake-force Distribution automatically adjusts front/rear brake pressure under different vehicle loads, while Brake Assist automatically provides added stopping power in panic-braking situations. On the WRX Sport with EyeSight^® and WRX Sport-tech with EyeSight^®, the new electric brake booster automatically improves the responsiveness of the brakes when the Adaptive Cruise Control and Pre-Collision Braking are triggered.

Subaru Rear/Side Vehicle Detection System (SRVD)

The available SRVD system has three advanced active safety functions: Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Blind Spot Detection identifies vehicles behind the C-pillars and in other blind spots. Lane Change Assist detects fast-approaching vehicles when you’re about to change lanes. Lastly, using a sensor in the back of the vehicle, Rear Cross Traffic Alert warns of vehicles approaching from either direction while you’re reversing out of a parking space or driveway.

Rearview Camera

Standard on all versions of the WRX, the rearview camera projects an image of what’s immediately behind the vehicle onto the infotainment screen. The camera is located close to the centre of the vehicle and captures a wide view to ensure a natural, distortion-free image. Dynamic guide lines show the driver which direction to turn the steering wheel, making the art of reversing easier than ever.

^† VDC is also known as electronic stability control.

Multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)

The WRX features multi-mode VDC^†, a sophisticated stability control system with three driver-selectable settings: normal mode, track mode and off. These settings control when and how much the system intervenes by adjusting the amount of torque sent to each wheel. This system uses multiple sensors to predict when a loss of traction is likely to occur, giving the driver increased control over the situation and increased confidence in all driving conditions, from the everyday commute to the closed circuit.

^† VDC is also known as electronic stability control.

Intuitive Active Torque Vectoring System

Active torque vectoring is another layer of active safety—and another bit of advanced technology that lets you play harder with increased confidence. When entering a corner at speed, the system automatically analyzes the steering angle and g-forces, then applies braking force to the inside front wheel to help keep the car on its intended line.

Passive safety, aggressive protection

All Subaru vehicles feature a wide range of passive safety systems designed to deliver class-leading levels of protection. Exceptionally rigid construction that incorporates the latest thinking in passive safety protection is the starting point. This is then supported by technology that minimizes the potential harm from collisions and, in turn, generates greater peace of mind.

Advanced Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame

In this proprietary frame design, the roof is bonded to the side pillars and the floor, strengthening the passenger compartment overall. Engineered for superior crashworthiness, the frame dissipates and/or redirects impact energy coming from all possible directions. A front crumple zone, high-strength door beams and frame members, and a restructured rear bumper provide even more protection. Strength within, strength throughout.

All-around Protection—at All Times

A keen focus on superior passive safety standards is an integral part of the Subaru offering—even for the most high-performing vehicles in the line-up. The latest WRX features a full complement of supplemental restraints, including dual-stage deployment front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, a driver’s knee airbag, and side-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard occupants.

Whiplash-reducing Front Seats

The front sport seats on the WRX have been designed for superior performance, but they also perform an important safety function. The seats feature rigid frames, anti-whiplash headrests and energy-absorbing inner seat springs to help mitigate the effects of a rear-end collision and reduce the chance of injury.

Break-away Engine

In the event of a head-on collision, the SUBARU BOXER^® engine and the transmission are engineered to absorb impact energy. The engine and transmission then break away from the vehicle structure and drop below the passenger cabin for added protection. This two-stage safety system is a marvel of engineering and a hallmark of Subaru design.

Uncommon engineering, uncontested performance

The new 2023 Subaru WRX is the uncommon sportscar powered by some of the most advanced automotive technologies in the world, including Subaru Symmetrical Full-Time AWD (for uncontested control) and a turbocharged SUBARU BOXER^® engine (for superior response). Built on the Subaru Global Platform, this latest WRX is also the strongest ever, so the chassis is more resistant to twisting forces, and the car is more stable and sharper handling than ever. Long story short, this is the WRX you know, now taken to exciting new levels of performance.

The incredibly powerful, wildly responsive SUBARU BOXER^®

The 2023 Subaru WRX features a turbocharged direct-injection 2.4L 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER^® engine that balances potent performance with optimal fuel efficiency. The twin-scroll turbocharger creates a long, flat torque curve for crisp response and striking driveability, with peak torque arriving at 2,000 RPM, making even everyday driving a more exciting prospect. The turbocharged SUBARU BOXER^® incorporates a high-efficiency intercooler for reliable performance and benefits from the inherently smooth operation of the horizontally opposed configuration. This is the heart of the 2023 WRX—and it beats stronger than ever.

Transmissions + Subaru Symmetrical Full-Time AWD

The 2023 WRX is equipped with either a precise 6-speed manual transmission or the quick shifting Subaru Performance Transmission^® (SPT). Each is linked to a different version of the legendary Subaru Symmetrical Full-Time AWD system to create optimum response to the complete range of driving conditions. Both transmission/drive systems put the focus on performance driving, while still maintaining high levels of control and remarkable fuel efficiency.

6-Speed Manual + Viscous-coupling Centre Differential AWD

The 6-speed manual transmission in the WRX is linked to a viscous-coupling limited-slip centre differential AWD system that delivers near-neutral handling and maximum control. For the latest WRX, both the short-throw transmission itself and clutch were reinforced for a more solid and more linear feel. These characteristics combine to create a sportier, more direct connection between the driver and the car, and the car and the road, regardless of the conditions or the circumstances.

Subaru Performance Transmission^® (SPT) + VTD AWD

Exclusive to the WRX, the Subaru Performance Transmission^® (SPT) is paired with a variable torque distribution (VTD) AWD system that sends slightly more power to the rear wheels, creating a sporty driving feel. The transmission also features a sleek stylish shift lever, an 8-step manual mode, paddle shifters and automatic throttle blipping for quicker downshifts. Linked to the driver-selectable SI-DRIVE^® engine management system for increased control and featuring an air-cooled transmission oil cooler, the SPT delivers superior performance and incredible efficiency, all in one.

Super-strong, performance-tuned chassis

Years of motorsport competition combined with advances in materials and engineering have inspired a revolutionary chassis design for the latest WRX. Built on the Subaru Global Platform, this chassis features increased strength, exceptional stability, reduced noise, reduced harshness and heightened safety overall. The use of more high-tensile steel in key areas has created greater torsional stiffness compared to the previous model. This core strength allows the long-travel, fully independent suspension system and electric power steering to create superior handling and response under all possible conditions. End result: uncommon levels of control and confidence behind the wheel.

Front Suspension

Key revisions to the renowned MacPherson^® front strut-type suspension system give this WRX heightened levels of dynamic response. The addition of a k-shaped cross-member brace, a design usually found only on high-performance sportscars, creates a greater connection to the road. Improvements made to the dampers, the rebound rate for the coil springs and the fastening point of the ball joint provide improved stability, steering response and feedback to the driver. This innovative front suspension design, combined with a wide track and low centre of gravity, give the latest WRX more crisp steering, improved handling and a surprisingly composed ride on all types of surfaces.

Rear Suspension

The proven double-wishbone rear suspension system has been retuned to provide a more stable, smoother and more planted feel, especially in the corners. The rear stabilizer bar is mounted directly to the body of the WRX, eliminating the previous rubber bushings and slashing body roll by 50% over the previous version. This design offers more control over the degree to which the rear wheels tilt in and out when cornering, helping to maintain maximum tire contact with the road surface at all times. This rear suspension type is also flatter and more compact than other designs, so the components don’t intrude into the cargo area, thereby freeing up more storage space.