Subaru WRX Gas Mileage (2015 - 2022)

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Subaru WRX Gas Mileage Overview

The Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 19 miles per gallon (12.4 liters per 100 km) to 24.5 miles per gallon (9.5 liters per 100 km) combined (city and highway) depending on the trim and model year.

For example, the 2021 Subaru WRX STi trim model has a combined gas mileage of 19 miles per gallon (12.4 liters per 100 km), while the 2015 Subaru WRX Limited has a combined gas mileage of 24.5 miles per gallon (9.5 liters per 100 km).

In the city, the Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 16 miles per gallon (14.7 liters per 100 km) to 21 miles per gallon (11.0 liters per 100 km) depending on the trim and model year.

On the highway, the Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 22 miles per gallon (10.7 liters per 100 km) to 28 miles per gallon (8.0 liters per 100 km) depending on the trim and model year.

The table below shows a sampling of the gas mileages for the Subaru WRX.

Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

Note: The gas mileage shown for hybrid vehicles is the miles per gallon equivalent.

Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
YearTrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
2022Base2.4L H419 mpg25 mpg22 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.4 L/100 km10.7 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2022Base2.4L H419 mpg26 mpg22.5 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2022GT2.4L H419 mpg25 mpg22 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.4 L/100 km10.7 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
20212.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg11.8 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2021Limited2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg11.8 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2021Premium2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg11.8 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
20202.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2020Limited2.0L H418 mpg24 mpg21 mpg13.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 km11.5 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2020Limited2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
20192.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2019Limited2.0L H418 mpg24 mpg21 mpg13.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 km11.5 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2019Limited2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
20182.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2018Limited2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2018Premium2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
20172.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2017Limited2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2017Premium2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
20162.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2016Limited2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
20152.0L H421 mpg28 mpg24.5 mpg11.0 L/100 km8.0 L/100 km9.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2015Limited2.0L H421 mpg28 mpg24.5 mpg11.0 L/100 km8.0 L/100 km9.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
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2022 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage

Combined Mileage

Depending on trim level, the 2022 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 22 miles per gallon (10.7 liters per 100 km) to 22.5 miles per gallon (10.5 liters per 100 km) combined.

City Mileage

In the city, the 2022 Subaru WRX gas mileage is 19 miles per gallon (12.4 liters per 100 km).

Highway Mileage

On the highway, the 2022 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 25 miles per gallon (9.4 liters per 100 km) to 26 miles per gallon (9.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Combined - City - Highway Table Data

2022 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
TrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
Base2.4L H419 mpg25 mpg22 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.4 L/100 km10.7 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Base2.4L H419 mpg26 mpg22.5 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
GT2.4L H419 mpg25 mpg22 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.4 L/100 km10.7 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.4L H419 mpg25 mpg22 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.4 L/100 km10.7 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.4L H419 mpg26 mpg22.5 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.4L H419 mpg25 mpg22 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.4 L/100 km10.7 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.4L H419 mpg26 mpg22.5 mpg12.4 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD271 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2021 Subaru WRX
2021 Subaru WRX

2021 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage

Combined Mileage

Depending on trim level, the 2021 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 19 miles per gallon (12.4 liters per 100 km) to 23.5 miles per gallon (10.0 liters per 100 km) combined.

City Mileage

In the city, the 2021 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 16 miles per gallon (14.7 liters per 100 km) to 20 miles per gallon (11.8 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Highway Mileage

On the highway, the 2021 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 22 miles per gallon (10.7 liters per 100 km) to 27 miles per gallon (8.7 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Combined - City - Highway Table Data

2021 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
TrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg11.8 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg11.8 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg11.8 L/100 km8.7 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
STi2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg14.7 L/100 km10.7 L/100 km12.4 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STi Limited2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg14.7 L/100 km10.7 L/100 km12.4 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
2020 Subaru WRX STI
2020 Subaru WRX STI

2020 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage

Combined Mileage

Depending on trim level, the 2020 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 19 miles per gallon (13.0 liters per 100 km) to 24 miles per gallon (10.0 liters per 100 km) combined.

City Mileage

In the city, the 2020 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 16 miles per gallon (15.0 liters per 100 km) to 21 miles per gallon (11.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Highway Mileage

On the highway, the 2020 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 22 miles per gallon (11.0 liters per 100 km) to 27 miles per gallon (9.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Combined - City - Highway Table Data

2020 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
TrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H418 mpg24 mpg21 mpg13.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 km11.5 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H418 mpg24 mpg21 mpg13.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 km11.5 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium Series.White2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
STI2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Limited w/ Lip Spoiler2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Limited w/ Wing Spoiler2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Series.White2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STi2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STi Limited2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs

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Subaru WRX Gas Mileage By Year

2019 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage

Combined Mileage

Depending on trim level, the 2019 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 19.5 miles per gallon (12.5 liters per 100 km) to 24 miles per gallon (10.0 liters per 100 km) combined.

City Mileage

In the city, the 2019 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 17 miles per gallon (14.0 liters per 100 km) to 21 miles per gallon (11.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Highway Mileage

On the highway, the 2019 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 22 miles per gallon (11.0 liters per 100 km) to 27 miles per gallon (9.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Combined - City - Highway Table Data

2019 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
TrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H418 mpg24 mpg21 mpg13.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 km11.5 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H418 mpg24 mpg21 mpg13.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 km11.5 L/100 kmAWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium Series.Gray2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
STI2.5L H417 mpg22 mpg19.5 mpg14.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km12.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Limited w/ Lip Spoiler2.5L H417 mpg22 mpg19.5 mpg14.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km12.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Limited w/ Wing Spoiler2.5L H417 mpg22 mpg19.5 mpg14.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km12.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Series.Gray2.5L H417 mpg22 mpg19.5 mpg14.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km12.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
Series.Gray2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
STI Limited2.5L H417 mpg22 mpg19.5 mpg14.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km12.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs
2018 Subaru WRX STI
2018 Subaru WRX STI

2018 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage

Combined Mileage

Depending on trim level, the 2018 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 19 miles per gallon (13.0 liters per 100 km) to 24 miles per gallon (10.0 liters per 100 km) combined.

City Mileage

In the city, the 2018 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 16 miles per gallon (15.0 liters per 100 km) to 21 miles per gallon (11.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Highway Mileage

On the highway, the 2018 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 22 miles per gallon (11.0 liters per 100 km) to 27 miles per gallon (9.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Combined - City - Highway Table Data

2018 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
TrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H421 mpg27 mpg24 mpg11.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
STI2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD305 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Limited2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD305 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Type RA2.5L H416 mpg22 mpg19 mpg15.0 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km13.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD310 HP / 290 ft/lbs

2017 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage

Combined Mileage

Depending on trim level, the 2017 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 20 miles per gallon (12.0 liters per 100 km) to 23.5 miles per gallon (10.5 liters per 100 km) combined.

City Mileage

In the city, the 2017 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 17 miles per gallon (14.0 liters per 100 km) to 20 miles per gallon (12.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Highway Mileage

On the highway, the 2017 Subaru WRX gas mileage is from 23 miles per gallon (10.0 liters per 100 km) to 27 miles per gallon (9.0 liters per 100 km), depending on the trim.

Combined - City - Highway Table Data

2017 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
TrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
STI2.5L H417 mpg23 mpg20 mpg14.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 km12.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD305 HP / 290 ft/lbs
STI Limited2.5L H417 mpg23 mpg20 mpg14.0 L/100 km10.0 L/100 km12.0 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD305 HP / 290 ft/lbs
2016 Subaru WRX STI
2016 Subaru WRX STI

2016 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage

Combined Mileage

The 2016 Subaru WRX gas mileage is 23.5 miles per gallon (10.5 liters per 100 km) combined.

City Mileage

In the city, the 2016 Subaru WRX gas mileage is 20 miles per gallon (12.0 liters per 100 km).

Highway Mileage

On the highway, the 2016 Subaru WRX gas mileage is 27 miles per gallon (9.0 liters per 100 km).

Combined - City - Highway Table Data

2016 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
TrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H420 mpg27 mpg23.5 mpg12.0 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km10.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2015 Subaru WRX STI
2015 Subaru WRX STI

2015 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage

Combined Mileage

The 2015 Subaru WRX gas mileage is 24.5 miles per gallon (9.5 liters per 100 km) combined.

City Mileage

In the city, the 2015 Subaru WRX gas mileage is 21 miles per gallon (11.0 liters per 100 km).

Highway Mileage

On the highway, the 2015 Subaru WRX gas mileage is 28 miles per gallon (8.0 liters per 100 km).

Combined - City - Highway Table Data

2015 Subaru WRX Gas Mileage
TrimEngineCity Mileage (Imp.)Highway Mileage (Imp.)Combined Mileage (Imp.)City Mileage (Metric)Highway Mileage (Metric)Combined Mileage (Metric)Drivetrain / TransmissionHP / Torque
2.0L H421 mpg28 mpg24.5 mpg11.0 L/100 km8.0 L/100 km9.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Limited2.0L H421 mpg28 mpg24.5 mpg11.0 L/100 km8.0 L/100 km9.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs
Premium2.0L H421 mpg28 mpg24.5 mpg11.0 L/100 km8.0 L/100 km9.5 L/100 kmAWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD268 HP / 258 ft/lbs

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