# Subaru WRX specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 21-22 - **Drive:** AWD - **Years covered:** 2015-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Subaru WRX is a midsize car rated at 21-22 mpg combined. Engines: 2.4L 4-cyl turbo. ## Every 2026 Subaru WRX version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | WRX | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | Manual | 19/26 | 22 mpg | $3,750 | 412 g/mi | | WRX | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | CVT | 18/25 | 21 mpg | $3,900 | 422 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Subaru WRX specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 21-22 | | 2025 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 21-22 | | 2024 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 21-22 | | 2023 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 21-22 | | 2022 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 21-22 | | 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 18-23 | | 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 19-23 | | 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 19-23 | | 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 18-23 | | 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 19-23 | | 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 19-23 | | 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual, CVT | AWD | 19-24 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the WRX changed over the years? - **2022:** added 2.4L 4-cyl turbo; dropped 2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo. - **2021:** combined mpg went from 19-23 to 18-23. - **2019:** combined mpg went from 18-23 to 19-23. - **2018:** combined mpg went from 19-23 to 18-23. - **2016:** combined mpg went from 19-24 to 19-23. ## What does it cost to run a WRX? The EPA puts the 2026 Subaru WRX's fuel cost at **$3,750-$3,900 a year**, against about $2,415 for other current midsize car: roughly 58% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $19,125 in fuel. ## WRX vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Range | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota Prius](/vehicles/toyota-prius) | Hybrid | 48-57 mpg | -- | $1,200-$1,400 | | [Hyundai Elantra](/vehicles/hyundai-elantra) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-54 mpg | -- | $1,250-$3,550 | | [Toyota Camry](/vehicles/toyota-camry) | Hybrid | 43-51 mpg | -- | $1,300-$1,550 | | [Honda Civic](/vehicles/honda-civic) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-49 mpg | -- | $1,350-$3,400 | | [Honda Accord](/vehicles/honda-accord) | Gas, Hybrid | 31-48 mpg | -- | $1,400-$2,150 | | [Lexus ES](/vehicles/lexus-es) | Electric, Hybrid | 44-46 mpg | 307 mi | $600-$1,850 | | [Toyota Crown](/vehicles/toyota-crown) | Hybrid | 30-41 mpg | -- | $1,650-$2,250 | | [Nissan Sentra](/vehicles/nissan-sentra) | Gas | 32-33 mpg | -- | $2,050-$2,100 | Other current midsize car from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 Subaru WRX get? The 2026 Subaru WRX is EPA-rated at 21-22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 Subaru WRX have? The 2026 Subaru WRX comes with: 2.4L 4-cyl turbo. It uses manual, cvt transmissions and is offered with AWD. ### Is there a hybrid Subaru WRX? No. In the EPA data from 2015-2026 the Subaru WRX has no hybrid version. ### Which Subaru WRX year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2015 Subaru WRX has the highest combined rating, up to 24 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Subaru WRX for a year? About $3,750-$3,900 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Subaru WRX? The most efficient 2026 version, the WRX, is rated 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 Subaru WRX emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 412-422 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2026 Subaru WRX come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Subaru WRX is offered with AWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Subaru WRX cheap to run compared with other midsize cars? No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $3,750-$3,900 compares with about $2,415 for other current midsize car models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Subaru cars - [Subaru BRZ](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-brz) - [Subaru Impreza](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-impreza) ## More Subaru models - [Subaru Ascent](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-ascent) - [Subaru Crosstrek](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-crosstrek) - [Subaru Forester](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-forester) - [Subaru Outback](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-outback) - [Subaru Solterra](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-solterra) - [Subaru Legacy](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-legacy): discontinued ## Other midsize cars - [Tesla Model 3](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/tesla-model-3) - [Toyota Avalon](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-avalon) - [Toyota Camry](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-camry) - [Toyota Crown](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-crown) - [Toyota Prius](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-prius) - [Toyota Prius Prime](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-prius-prime) - [Volkswagen Golf/GTI](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/volkswagen-golf-gti) - [Volkswagen Passat](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/volkswagen-passat) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-wrx Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.