IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
16 -21 City / 22 -27 HWY
Horsepower
268 -310
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Valerie T
Performance. Work hard to make it look good and practical at the same time.
Great performance and easy to find parts to upgrade or modified.
accountCircle Melanie V
That it has a 5 star crash rating.
It is a safe car. It has a turbo which offers a lot of power going up hills. It has leather seats with a good steep system and the trunk is big!.
accountCircle Savanna S
2018 Subaru likes and reviews.
I have had my Subaru for almost a year and that car is absolutely amazing. It is fun to drive, it is all wheel drive and does good in the snow, it has a sunroof that is great to have open during the summer months. I haven't had many issues with the car. I wouldn't want any other vehicle.
accountCircle Alexis L
Such a great comfortable car!
The car is really fast and it has three different types of modes ( sport, intelligent and sport sharp ) there are seat warmers for the driver and passenger. It also has the feature where each person can control the temperature of the ac which enhances comfort for whoever is riding in this vehicle. The doors are not heavy which is great because my two year old is able to close them by herself.
accountCircle Nicole W
Love the power and ability to handle driving in the mountains.
I originally wanted a different car but ended up with the WRX. I could not be happier. It does great in the mountains and snow yet still small and a great everyday car. It surprisingly gets great gas mileage too. I now could not see myself driving any other car.
accountCircle Cindy D
My Dream Car. This is a safe, reliable, fantastically quick and responsive.
I feel safe in my car. It is durable and well made; user friendly. Heated seats for the brisk mornings. Navigation and Sirius XM free 3 mos trial. It is highly responsive on curvy roads. The AWD addition is extremely beneficial for getting out of snow or traveling terrain.
accountCircle Aila C
It looks good, it's feels safe, and it attracts attention.
It feels safe. There are three modes which also affect your gas usage. It also feels safer when you have more control on the freeway. All wheel drive makes a difference in comparison to driving other cars. It looks sleek and sporty. I get lots of compliments about my car. It always grabs people's attention.
accountCircle Josh B
2018 Subaru WRX is a great if unusual grocery getter for a small family.
The 2018 Subaru WRX is a great sedan for a small family living in suburban or semi rural areas. It's given me an average of 27 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway over the last 14 months. It's comfortable and spacious enough for day trips with the family and sporty enough to keep up with the flow of highway traffic and on ramps. The back seat is large enough to fit a car seat in the middle and still have room for two adults to sit on either side. The trunk has enough space to fit a jogging stroller and multiple bags of groceries. Optional roof racks and cargo systems expand the already impressive space even more.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Stephan Z
Fun to drive good value...
Because it's the base model it lacks in features. It's a fun car to drive but wish it had leather, a better radio and a sunroof. The performance is not bad although I wish it was an sti. Car needs to be slightly wider and longer for more room. No issues so far.

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
268 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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Premium
268 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Limited
268 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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STI
305 HP 18 MPG 5 Seats
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STI Type RA
310 HP 18 MPG 5 Seats
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STI Limited
305 HP 18 MPG 5 Seats
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2018 Subaru WRX Owner Reviews

4.84
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5 stars 85%
4 stars 14%
3 stars 1%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Mark R on June 25, 2021
WRX: the driveable review.
The car is simply amazing. It handles very well. Has enough performance at the base with the turbo. The driving experience is great you have a lot of feedback from the car. You can feel a lot in the pedals which helps with how the car is doing or not doing.
accountCircle Sara W on June 18, 2021
Subaru sti aka mommy’s race car.
The car is extremely fun to drive. The responsiveness is amazing. The brembo brakes are great. It handles beautifully in the rain. In the time I have owned the car it has been extremely reliable. I haven't had any issues with it. It is sporty but still comfortably fits my two child car seats and has a spacious trunk. The only thing I didn't like about it was the head unit, which I had replaced.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Nathaniel V.

Fast. Excellent handling. Fun. Turbo. All wheel drive. Light. Great traction on snow, rain any condition. Good looking. Nice rims. Sport tires. Hood scoop. Leather steering wheel. Steering control mount. Bucket seats.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Nathaniel V.

Fuel consumption. Low miles per gallon. Expensive maintenance. Premium fuel recommended. Synthetic oil recommendation. Unreliable. Clutch issues. Engine check light issues. Noisy cabin. Non sport sound. So sport seats.

Ranks #3 Small Cars by Owners

The 2018 Subaru WRX has an average owner rating of 4.84 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 31 other Small Cars.

1
car
4.9
2
car
4.88
3
car
4.84

Ranks #18 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2018 Subaru WRX has a combined MPG of 37 which ranks it #18 of 31 other Small Cars.

1
car
121 MPG
2
car
118 MPG
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car
27 MPG

Is The 2018 Subaru WRX A Good Car?

Along with looking nice, the Subaru is very safe, fast and still affordable. A basic sedan and sports car all wrapped into one car.
Tara S.
Yes! Very reliable, smooth, and stylish. There is plenty of legroom while still being a compact car. It is great on gas mileage yoo.
Josh D.
Yes it is, it's an all wheel drive, sporty and has a nice sounding stock exhaust. It's beautiful on the outside but also on the inside. It's a simple yet classy and clean car. The only thing I do not... Read More
Jordan G.

How Reliable Is The 2018 Subaru WRX?

Very reliable, I have never had any issues with my car within two years of owning it. Runs fine and drives smooth
Kristen D.
It is very reliable. I have not experienced any issues with my vehicle and I have owned it for a year
Vicki C.
Yes it is reliable, it's an all wheel drive which is great and safe in the snow as long as it has all wheel tired on it. The only problem I have is that the trunk space is very small I can't even fit... Read More
Simone F.

Is The 2018 Subaru WRX A Good Value?

20,000 to 40,000 depending on the model. Very nice for the price. Really worth what you pay, I love mine and it's very updated
Jennifer D.
It is a great value! It is a great mix of sporty and practical which makes the price point even better.
Jade R.
We paid around $33k for it after tax and closing but I think it's a fair value. It was listed for $28k so I think that is fair and we'll worth it.
Rachel B.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2018 Subaru WRX Turbo location?

Answer: The 2018 Subaru WRX turbo is located on the exhaust on the passenger side of the engine. If You need to replace this then it is not too hard to do, but it can also be pricey. You can expect it to cost about...

What's the 2018 Subaru WRX shift knob thread size?

Answer: The 2018 Subaru WRX shift knob thread size is specified by the factory specs as m12x1.25. But why are shift knobs so important. Well smoother gear shifts. Shift knobs make easier to shift gears, and You can...

What's the 2018 Subaru WRX lug nut torque?

Answer: The 2018 Subaru WRX lug nut torque iS90 ft-lbs. Making sure Your tires are in the greatest of condition is key to not crashing. You will come into issues with this part at some time or another. You could face...

What's the 2018 subaru wrx sti oil capacity?

Answer: The 2018 Subaru WRX sti oil capacity iS4.5 quarts. You will run into problems with the oil at some point. One common problem is a nasty burning smell. This needs to be looked into as soon as possible or the car...

What's the 2018 subaru wrx oil capacity?

Answer: The 2018 Subaru WRX oil capacity iS4.5 quarts. Having high quality oil is key for the engine to run smoothly. You will run into issues with the oil at some point. Knocking noise may show up from the engine. Bad...

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Safety & Reliability

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety