2025 Subaru WRX Specs
The 2025 Subaru WRX specs, quite simply, are the best of all worlds. This rally-bred sedan is powerful enough to put sports cars in its sights, yet it can also be a practical daily driver with excellent fuel economy. And then, on top of being sporty and smart, it can handle adventure duty; the WRX takes specs seriously, no matter which category you look at.
But you likely had an idea of that already, because, to state the obvious, you've clicked on this guide to the 2025 Subaru WRX specs. However, the Peoria Subaru team is here to help you dig deeper into the WRX, its specs, and the ways in which they vary across its trims. See below for the details, and then come by our Subaru dealership (or your local spot) to feel all of it in action as you take a test drive.
2025 Subaru WRX Engine Specs
For this model generation, and at least as of our writing, there is only one Subaru WRX engine: a 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder, commonly called the "FA24" by enthusiasts (a reference to the engine's internal designation). We'll be referring to it as such to make things more straightforward.
The FA24 was born as an evolution of the FA20 2.0-liter engine found in the previous generation of Subaru WRX. Thanks to that extra displacement, it makes an increased 271 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. But perhaps more importantly, it provides that power with a smoother, more responsive output and wider torque curve than the prior-generation engine.
And, while they're not as apparent as the bump in horsepower, the WRX FA24 offers many deeper mechanical improvements (such as redesigned oiling components) to make the current-generation model more reliable and exhilarating.
It also should go without saying, but the 2025 Subaru WRX specs continue to contain a standard six-speed manual transmission. It wouldn't be a WRX if it didn't let you shift your own gears, so even if you get the automatic Subaru Performance Transmission, you can do that with a simulated eight-speed manual mode and paddle shifters.
Your choice of transmission will determine which of the Subaru WRX gas mileage ratings you get:
- Manual transmission: EPA-estimated 19/26/22 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)1
- Automatic transmission: EPA-estimated 18/25/21 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)1
To conclude the engine-related 2025 Subaru WRX specs, we'll note that all trims have a 16.6-gallon fuel tank and require 91-octane premium gasoline or higher.
2025 Subaru WRX Performance Specs
As is tradition, the Subaru WRX horsepower and torque outputs are funnelled to all four wheels through an iconic Subaru Symmetrical AWD system. In this case, "symmetrical" refers to the layout rather than the torque split; the Subaru WRX drivetrain is designed as AWD from the drawing board, so it is set in a straight line with the core components in a symmetrical arrangement.
Most other AWD drivetrains start as an FWD or RWD drivetrain. This means that achieving AWD capability requires the engineers to create an asymmetrical layout with driveshafts jutting from the center line to route around underbody components.
In other words, Subaru WRX AWD is massively robust and effective, offering true rally-style performance. That's helped immensely by standard Active Torque Vectoring (which turns into the dynamic Variable Torque Distribution system if you get the Subaru Performance Transmission) and available SI-DRIVE, along with the car's 3,351-pound base curb weight, low-slung 57.8-inch-tall body, and the inherently lower center of gravity achieved by SUBARU BOXER engine design.
There are, however, some variances in the 2025 Subaru WRX specs by trim level.
The WRX GT, for example, is only available with the automatic Subaru Performance Transmission, while the WRX tS is the only 2025 WRX to have STI-tuned suspension and Brembo® brakes. Different trims also have different wheels, but each new WRX has a standard trunk spoiler to keep its rear end better planted at speed. Before you schedule a test drive, see the full performance metrics and how those stats can vary by examining the chart below.
| Subaru WRX Premium | Subaru WRX Limited | Subaru WRX GT | Subaru WRX tS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER |
| Transmission |
|
| Automatic Subaru Performance Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Horsepower | 271 | 271 | 271 | 271 |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| EPA-Est. MPG (City/Hwy) |
|
| 18 / 25 MPG1 | 19 / 26 MPG1 |
| Fuel Tank | 16.6 gal | 16.6 gal | 16.6 gal | 16.6 gal |
| Fuel Type | Premium 91-octane gasoline (or higher) | Premium 91-octane gasoline (or higher) | Premium 91-octane gasoline (or higher) | Premium 91-octane gasoline (or higher) |
| 0–60 mph | Approx. 6 s2 | 5.9 s2 | 5.4 – 5.7 s2, 3 | 5.6 s3 |
| Wheels | 18-in alloys w/ dark gray finish | 18-in alloys w/ black finish | 18-in alloys w/ black finish | 19-in alloys w/ satin gray finish |
| Suspension | Sport-tuned | Sport-tuned | Sport-tuned w/ electronically controlled dampers | STI-tuned w/ electronically controlled dampers |
| Brakes | Ventilated front and rear | Ventilated front and rear | Ventilated front and rear | Brembo® high-performance front and rear |
| SI-DRIVE | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard |
2025 Subaru WRX Dimensions
Now, let's ground ourselves here. The Subaru WRX is certainly a four-door sports car, but as enthusiasts know, it's always been as much about practicality as it has been about performance. The very first WRX started life as a sensible compact vehicle (the Impreza, in this case), and that family-friendly nature remains in its blood.
For example, despite being low-slung, the WRX is a five-seater with 39.8 inches of front headroom (or 38.8 if you opt for a moonroof) and 36.7 inches of rear headroom, rivalling some crossover SUV models.
Those vehicles could never even dream of the rallycross dominance that the WRX can achieve. And yet, the 2025 Subaru WRX specs can even beat them for legroom, offering you and your front passenger 43.1 inches of it, along with 36.5 inches of legroom for rear passengers.
Shoulder room is a similar story, making the WRX a genuinely usable daily driver for new or smaller families, or younger car enthusiasts with friends who want in on the thrill ride.
Certain 2025 Subaru WRX specs, such as the aforementioned headroom, can vary depending on how the car is configured, but all variants have a 12.5 cubic-foot trunk. So, you can load it up with groceries, head home, make an epic lunch, and then go on an epic drive. The WRX is ready to handle the boring parts of life while making your daily routine more thrilling.
If, though, you need something with considerably more cargo and passenger room, check our new Subaru inventory for an Outback XT: this five-seat SUV has a 260-horsepower version of the turbocharged FA24 engine under its hood and sports up to 75.6 cubic feet of storage space, plus a 3,500-pound towing capacity (when properly equipped).
The fun of a WRX, though, is something that a high-riding SUV could never offer. So, to check if the most thrilling Subaru five-seater works for you, see the rest of the 2025 Subaru WRX specs in the chart below.
| Subaru WRX Premium | Subaru WRX Limited | Subaru WRX GT | Subaru WRX tS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 183.8 in | 183.8 in | 183.8 in | 183.8 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 71.9 in | 71.9 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 57.8 in | 57.8 in | 57.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max. Passenger Volume | 98.9 cu ft | 97.5 cu ft | 97.5 cu ft | 98.9 cu ft |
| Max. Headroom (Front/Rear) | 39.8 / 36.7 in | 38.8 / 36.7 in | 38.8 / 36.7 in | 39.8 / 36.7 in |
| Moonroof | Optional | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Legroom (Front/Rear) | 43.1 / 36.5 in | 43.1 / 36.5 in | 43.1 / 36.5 in | 43.1 / 36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room (Front/Rear) | 56.7 / 55.6 in | 56.7 / 55.6 in | 56.7 / 55.6 in | 56.7 / 55.6 in |
| Trunk Space | 12.5 cu ft | 12.5 cu ft | 12.5 cu ft | 12.5 cu ft |
2025 Subaru WRX Safety
While there are plenty more 2025 Subaru WRX specs to list (such as the 12 PSI of maximum turbocharger boost), we'll stop with the technical stuff. Instead, we'll touch upon the final thing that makes the WRX a great family car and daily driver in all situations: its safety technologies.
The Subaru WRX is very much a Subaru vehicle, and that means it isn't allowed to leave the engineering phase until it's as safe as possible.
Like other models you'll find at our Subaru dealer in Peoria, AZ, the WRX comes standard with EyeSight Driver Assist Technology features like Pre-Collision Braking. Similarly, there are a significant number of further standard and available safety features, such as Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist, Reverse Automatic Braking, DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System, and more.
One of the most impressive of all the 2025 Subaru WRX specs is the fact that it is an IIHS Top Safety Pick award-winner.4
Experience it Today: Your Next Subaru WRX Awaits at Peoria Subaru
The 2025 Subaru WRX specs are only the beginning. We haven't even touched upon the interior features, and there are certainly quite a few to talk about. If you've read this far, you likely have a solid sense of what the car is all about, so we'll leave you with a simple task: go forth and feel what numbers can't properly communicate by taking a WRX test drive.
The Peoria Subaru showroom usually has several available. If you're local to our Peoria, AZ, Subaru dealership, give us a call to inquire about our inventory and book a time to take the wheel of your desired WRX.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast is a Subaru WRX zero to 60?
The 2025 Subaru WRX tS trim goes from zero to 60 in 5.6 seconds.3 The WRX GT has a 5.4- or 5.7-second 0-60 mph time2, 3 (depending on the source), and the WRX Limited can go from zero to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds.2 Expect other manual-transmission versions to run a six-second or faster 0-60 mph time.2
Which Subaru WRX trim is the fastest?
The 2025 Subaru WRX GT and tS trims are the fastest in the lineup, leading the others with a 5.4-second and 5.6-second 0-60 mph time, respectively.2, 3 Generally speaking, all Subaru WRX trims will have comparable acceleration and offer six-second or faster 0-60 mph times, usually completing that sprint around the 5.5-second mark.2, 3
Are all Subaru WRX six-speeds?
No, not all Subaru WRX models are equipped with a six-speed manual transmission, such as the WRX GT, which comes standard with a continuously variable transmission called the Subaru Performance Transmission. Additionally, trims like the WRX Premium may come standard with a six-speed manual, but they can be optioned with the aforementioned automatic transmission. The WRX tS, though, is only available with the six-speed manual gearbox.
1EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions and your vehicle's condition.
2This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit: https://www.motortrend.com/cars/subaru/wrx
3This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit: https://www.caranddriver.com/subaru/wrx
4This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit: https://www.caranddriver.com/subaru/wrx
