IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
17 -19 City / 23 -25 HWY
Horsepower
268 -305
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Yuko O
I love the quickness and sharpness of the vehicle.
I just purchased this vehicle and so far, I do not have any issues. There’s quite a bit of space which is perfect for my boyfriend because he is a bigger/taller guy. We enjoy the open sunroof especially on a cool day! It is a very reliable car compared to the previous one we had. It takes premium gas so it is pricey to fill up.
accountCircle Michael M
Awesome car all around, great value for performance. Fun to drive!
Great performance and all wheel drive system. Very fun to drive! No problems yet at 63000 miles. Only modification has been a return of the engine's computer through cobb. Stock tune had too much low-end power, but I believe this was adjusted in the following years.
accountCircle Brendon J
One of the best handling practical sports car I have had the pleasure of owning!
So far very reliable, I keep up with the servicing and it has not let me down. Gas pricing also allows the car to be affordable to drive. AWD is great living in the northeast! Horsepower permits easy merging when entering from a ramp. Performance and handling are a dream!
accountCircle Mary H
You will love everything about this car!
This car is great! It reliable, fast and child safe. I have never had any problems with this vehicle and I have had it for about 3 years. The car is very spacious and makes it easy for me to fit everything I need in the car. You can also flip down the back seats to make more room when traveling.
accountCircle Jared M
The gas mileage is horrible.
Gas mileage is horrible. Factory paint job is not to great. It is what I wanted out of buying a car. Wish they put a newer engine in it.
accountCircle Tommy P
Performance without sacrificing comfort
I own a 2015 STi. This is my 4th one that I have owned and I absolutely love the combination between performance, the AWD system and comfort. Most sports cars are uncomfortable to drive or very loud; this is neither of the two. Just riding in the car makes me feel very safe and comfortable.
accountCircle Jeremy B
The quad tips are a really nice touch, and they sound good as well.
So far the car has been great. Boxer engine has great reliability, and I would most definitely recommend it as a car choice. I have not had any problems with it, and I hope to see the car perform for years to come. Love having a manual as well, and think it is the best way to drive.
accountCircle Aaron M
The WRX is a sporty car that is convenient for all types of situations
The Subaru WRX is an amazing car. I was looking for an affordable car that still had power and was fun to drive. I did my research and settled on getting the WRX. It is a very reliable car I have owned mine for almost 3 years and have never had a costly repair done on the engine, transmission, or suspension. It is also a good looking car. I like that I can have a sporty car and yet have room for friends and maybe even car seats in the future. It also has great gas mileage. I consistently get 30 miles to the gallon. I have also driven the car in multiple climates the all wheel drive nature of the car means I can drive it in the snow just as well as flat roads. I also love the balance and control of the car. The car seems to hug turns perfectly and always responds well the driver inputs. I love the Subaru WRX.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle JohnnyQuest
Worst Headache
I bought a 2015 wrx limited CVT , and it has been a nightmare ! Knocking sensor defect! Misfire, with check engine! HORN ,which is made of plastic s**t 525$ repair. Worst , CVT oil leak !! Paid the car used ,36.500$ can. In two years, had to pay more than 4000$ in repairs !!! At the end, bought a LEMON , with HEADACHES !!! Today, i only have 75,000km, and lost FREON for A/C , and this will cost me probably another 500-600$ !!! Not really reliable in my opinion !!????
accountCircle kelly D
Good, comfortable all round drive
Comfortable drive, good speed and handling. Great that it is AWD-drives well in the snow. Spacious even though it is a hatchback- trunk space is decent too. The engine blew a few months ago-it was repaired, but they could not give us an answer as to the cause of the problem-other than that, to runs well.
accountCircle Jacqueline L
Love the car, but seems to have many issues
I enjoy the performance however maintenance is expensive and the car seems to break fairly easy. I do not drive vehicles hard often. I have gotten on my vehicle once since I have had it in the past two years and I have had to replace the steering rack which warranty fought me over. I currently have a gear issue that I need to get looked at. My vehicle only has 56000 miles on it. I do enjoy my car however it's becoming more of a headache that may not last as long as I originally planned to keep it.
accountCircle Delaney N
Random issue w/o2 sensor in cold weather.
When the car gets too cold the o2 sensor reports an error, this causes the check engine light to come on quite often. Not a big deal, but until the car warms up, the check engine light will still be on and you cannot use cruise control. Store inside.
accountCircle RJ F
2015 WRX is uglier than previous models but still gives you the Subaru feel.
It is a good car but I got tired of it quickly. It has good acceleration but feels slightly bulky when driving it. Handles well in all conditions. Has a common problem with o2 sensors. You need a short shifter to make shifting more pleasurable. The OEM shift throws are too long for a modern sports car.
accountCircle Dana S
WRX not worth the engine troubles.
The engine blocks are known to fail. My short block had to be replaced after 50k miles. The car has not been the same since. There is constant engine knock sounds which make me fearful of driving the car. I am afraid the engine will blow again and I cannot afford to fix it again.

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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Premium
268 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Base
305 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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Launch Edition
305 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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Limited
305 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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2015 Subaru WRX Owner Reviews

4.59
78 Reviews
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5 stars 69%
4 stars 23%
3 stars 6%
2 stars 0%
1 star 1%
accountCircle RJ F on June 8, 2021
2015 WRX is uglier than previous models but still gives you the Subaru feel.
It is a good car but I got tired of it quickly. It has good acceleration but feels slightly bulky when driving it. Handles well in all conditions. Has a common problem with o2 sensors. You need a short shifter to make shifting more pleasurable. The OEM shift throws are too long for a modern sports car.
accountCircle Chris H on April 27, 2021
Subaru WRX! Only issue was covered by warranty.
Air conditioning is the only thing I have had a major problem with. The ac died about 2 months after I had gotten it. I have had minor problems with things like tire pressure warnings and stuff like that but the only major issue I have had was with the ac. The vehicle is very comfortable and sporty. It fits my needs and is overall a very nice car. It has been extremely reliable, my previous car had electrical issues however I have had absolutely nothing from this. With my air conditioning problem I had a warranty which covered fixing the entire car for about 100 dollars. I would recommend buying the warranty with the car for anyone who is looking into purchasing a WRX!

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Frank B.

My vehicle is comfortable, high performance/quick, stylish design, dependable, handles well, and pretty good in the snow, which is important given that I live the in the northeast part of the United States.

likeFilled Mike M.

Oh my gosh, the power and drivetrain. Twin scroll turbo hooked up to a flat 4-cylinder engine delivers speed and balance through Subaru's famous symmetrical AWD-train. Roomy first a medium-sized sedan without being obnoxiously large.

likeFilled Juan R.

All wheel drive, fold-down rear seats for loads of trunk space, and turbo charged so it is fun, but practical. Very sporty sedan with four doors and can accommodate baby seats just fine in the rear. Very modest gas mileage from 23-25 mpg.

likeFilled Brendon J.

The vehicle is reliable has plenty of horsepower is all wheel drive hardly ever gets stuck in the snow. Has great gas efficiency although it could be improved a little that is why I drive a manual. Overall it is been a great purchase.

likeFilled Douglas B.

My WRX handles very well. It is an incredible vehicle in snow. Additionally, it will comfortably hold 4 adults. It has a notchy transmission, particularly in 1st and 2nd gears and requires premium gas.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Frank B.

The only real cons that come to mind are the maintenance costs, such as oil changes and general wear and tear upkeep, and the fuel cost, since premium fuel is recommended by the manufacturer, on the vehicle are a bit on the high side.

dislikeFilled Mike M.

Gas mileage is not wonderful, especially for just a four cylinder engine. Came from the factory with a less than ideal tune resulting in uneven power delivery along the power band, especially in higher rpms. Had to use an accessory to retune the engine to drive more comfortably.

dislikeFilled Juan R.

Unfortunately, the sound system is not very premium. There can be some cabin rattle after the vehicle has been broken in. Unlike previous models, this year model has a completely new engine that is quieter than previous, but still may be a bit loud for some.

dislikeFilled Brendon J.

It is hard to think of any cons at the moment maybe one could be the premium gas that is required to keep the vehicle running top notch. However, to continue getting the most out of the well-tuned engine I'll gladly pay a few extra cents to keep her running pristine.

dislikeFilled Douglas B.

Oops. I listed them previously. Notchy transmission, particularly from 1st to 2nd. It requires premium gasoline. A major service is quite expensive and this is required every 30k. The interior is dated and appears cheap.

Ranks #6 Small Cars by Owners

The 2015 Subaru WRX has an average owner rating of 4.59 out of 5 which ranks it #6 of 37 other Small Cars.

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4.83
2
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4.8
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4.59

Ranks #17 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2015 Subaru WRX has a combined MPG of 38 which ranks it #17 of 37 other Small Cars.

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122 MPG
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48 MPG
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Tie
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25 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2015 Subaru WRX shift knob thread size?

Answer: The shift knob thread size on a 2015 Subaru WRX is M12 X1.25 thread. This is a pretty common thread size for a shifter knob so there should be many available options on the market if You are looking to replace...

What's the 2015 Subaru WRX camshaft position sensor location?

Answer: The camshaft position sensor location on Your 2015 Subru WRX is located to the right side of the engine block as You're facing the engine --- ie, the driver's side. If You look below the radiator hoses just...

What's the 2015 subaru wrx oil type?

Answer: The 2015 Subaru WRX uses SAE 5w-30 viscosity fully synthetic engine oil to keep its motor gunning strong. This car has an oil capacity of 4.4 quarts. You can purchase the oil in one-quart bottles from most...

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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety