2009 Subaru WRX Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
Source   IIHS.org
MPG (up to)
18 City / 25 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
265 -305
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Harold G
Such a reliable car, would recommend
The car is great in the winter, very reliable and comfortable. We've had it for a long time, and it has rarely had any issues. It lasts through tough weather and is pretty easy to use. Great car, would recommend. Easily went through a lot of Alaska winters
accountCircle John B
AWD RALLY CAR THAT IS RELIABLE
Subaru AWD is the best. Great car for the snow , I take it snowboarding 20 times a year in all conditions. Very safe and very comfortable
accountCircle Cameron K
It can beat a v6 mustang in a race
I've had the vehicle for over a year now and it hasn't given me any major problems. Quite reliable and if you're into a sporty fun car I would recommend it. It's a manual 5 speed, all wheel drive that's great in the snow. Good gas mileage I love it
accountCircle John D
It's a turbo, awd daily. Dad wagon.
I love my Subaru, no complaints. It's a driver's car. Manual transmission, awd, turbo wagon. It does everything well.
accountCircle zaphod P
The turbo charged engine is great
It has great performance and handling, and as a wagon is really useful for moving stuff
accountCircle Sarah V
Subaru is known for its safety ratings and their vehicles definitely make you feel safe.
I love the safety standards of the vehicle. I love the customer service that subaru provides. I like the appearance of the vehicle. Also, I like the reliability of the vehicle
accountCircle j H
It's a super fun car with lots of speed and great handling.
I have always driven subarus. There is just something about them that I enjoy. No complaints.
accountCircle Nelson R
Car is great and reliable for a 4 door sedan.
Great performance/sports vehicle. AWD is amazing in snow and makes driving in all conditions very manageable.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Dana H
A functionally sound and well aging vehicle
The car works well. We've had it for going on 10 years now and it still runs and functions really well. My only issue is that the outlet in there for the cigarette lighter has broken. However it is an old car and that is a relatively recent (within the last year) thing that's happened.

Subaru WRX Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base Sedan
265 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Base Wagon
265 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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w/Premium Pkg Sedan
265 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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w/Premium Pkg Wagon
265 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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w/Sat/Nav Sedan
265 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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w/Sat/Nav Wagon
265 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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STI Wagon
305 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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STI w/Silver Wheels Wagon
305 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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STI w/Gold Wheels Wagon
305 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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STI w/Silver Wheels/Nav Wagon
305 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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STI w/Gold Wheels/Nav Wagon
305 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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2009 Subaru WRX Owner Reviews

4.64
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5 stars 73%
4 stars 18%
3 stars 9%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Cameron K on February 15, 2021
It can beat a v6 mustang in a race
I've had the vehicle for over a year now and it hasn't given me any major problems. Quite reliable and if you're into a sporty fun car I would recommend it. It's a manual 5 speed, all wheel drive that's great in the snow. Good gas mileage I love it
accountCircle Cynthia H on February 5, 2021
The most important thing others should know is that the engine has a flaw about oil that may cause engine failure.
I like that it is fun to drive. It handles very well in the winter. I dislike the amount of maintenance required to keep the car at capacity.
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Ranks #2 Small Cars by Owners

The 2009 Subaru WRX has an average owner rating of 4.64 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 30 other Small Cars.

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2009 Volkswagen GTI
4.86
2
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2009 Subaru WRX
4.64
3
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2009 Scion xD
4.53

Ranks #13 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2009 Subaru WRX has a combined MPG of 33 which ranks it #13 of 30 other Small Cars.

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2009 Volkswagen Jetta
40 MPG
2
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2009 Honda Civic
36 MPG
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2009 Subaru WRX
25 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2009 Subaru WRX power steering fluid type?

Answer: The type of power steering fluid that needs to be used in the 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX is DEXRON-III. The capacity for the vehicle is 0.7 US quarts of fluid. The power steering fluid is hydraulic fluid that...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Side

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety