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Subaru WRX Horsepower & Torque (2015 - 2024): How Much Power Does A WRX Have?

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team


The Subaru WRX is a legendary all-wheel-drive sport compact, originally developed for the World Rally Championship in 1992, and has since become a performance icon.

From 2015 to 2024, the WRX has offered a range of turbocharged engines, including a 2.0L, 2.4L, and 2.5L, delivering between 268 and 310 horsepower.

The 2024 model features a 2.4L turbocharged engine producing 271 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or an optional continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Historically, the WRX has been synonymous with rally-inspired performance, maintaining its all-wheel-drive (AWD) system for optimal traction and power delivery.

Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.

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Second Generation: 2021-2025

The second-generation Subaru WRX, introduced in 2022, features a 2.4L FA24F turbocharged boxer engine producing 271 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission options include a revised 6-speed manual with a viscous center differential or the Subaru Performance Transmission (SPT), a CVT with a planetary center gear and variable torque distribution.

A notable innovation for this generation is the introduction of electronically controlled adaptive dampers, available with the Drive Mode Select System, marking a first for the WRX lineup.

2024 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2024 Subaru WRX is equipped with a 2.4L engine that produces a consistent output of 271 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque across all configurations.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) for optimized performance.

2024 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
TR Manual Sedan 2.4L | Turbo | Flat 4 Cyl. | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Premium Manual Sedan 2.4L | Turbo | Flat 4 Cyl. | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Premium CVT Sedan 2.4L | Turbo | Flat 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Manual Sedan 2.4L | Turbo | Flat 4 Cyl. | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Manual Sedan 2.4L | Turbo | Flat 4 Cyl. | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited CVT Sedan 2.4L | Turbo | Flat 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2024 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
GT CVT Sedan 2.4L | Turbo | Flat 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm

2023 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2023 Subaru WRX is equipped with a 2.4L engine producing 271 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, consistent across configurations.

It offers a choice of a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or a manual transmission, with all-wheel drive as the standard drivetrain configuration.

2023 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Premium Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
GT Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Base Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2023 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Base Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm

2022 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2022 Subaru WRX is equipped with a 2.4L engine that produces a consistent output of 271 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, regardless of the configuration. It is available with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or a manual transmission, providing flexibility in driving preferences.

2022 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Premium Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
GT Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Base Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2022 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Base Sedan 2.4L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2021 Subaru WRX
2021 Subaru WRX

2021 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2021 Subaru WRX features a horsepower range from 268 hp with the 2.0L engine to 310 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 290 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine, both configurations utilizing an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2021 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
STi Limited Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STi Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Premium Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm

First Generation: 2015-2020

The 2015-2020 Subaru WRX introduced the FA20F 2.0L turbocharged engine with direct injection, producing 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual or optional CVT.

The WRX STI retained the 2.5L EJ257 engine, delivering 310 hp and 290 lb-ft of torque, exclusively mated to a 6-speed manual transmission.

Notably, this generation marked a departure from the Impreza platform, featuring a standalone design and the first use of the FA-series engine in the WRX lineup.

2020 Subaru WRX STI
2020 Subaru WRX STI

2020 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2020 Subaru WRX features a horsepower range from 268 hp with the 2.0L engine to 310 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 290 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine.

All configurations utilize an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and are available with either a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or a 6-speed manual transmission.

2020 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
STI Series.White Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STi Limited Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STi Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Premium Series.White Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Premium Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2020 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
STI Series.White 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Limited w/ Wing Spoiler 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Limited w/ Lip Spoiler 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Premium Series.White 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2020 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Premium 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm

2019 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2019 Subaru WRX features a horsepower range from 268 hp with the 2.0L engine to 310 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 290 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine.

All configurations utilize an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and are available with either a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or a 6-speed manual transmission.

2019 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
STI Series.Gray Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Limited Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Series.Gray Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Premium Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2019 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
STI Series.Gray 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Limited w/ Wing Spoiler 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Limited w/ Lip Spoiler 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Premium Series.Gray 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2019 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Premium 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 8 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2018 Subaru WRX STI
2018 Subaru WRX STI

2018 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The Subaru WRX features a horsepower range from 268 hp with a 2.0L engine to 310 hp with a 2.5L engine, both equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) and a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 290 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine, maintaining the AWD configuration across both engine sizes.

2018 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
STI Type RA SUV 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 310 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Limited Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 305 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 305 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Premium Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm

2017 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2017 Subaru WRX features a horsepower range from 268 hp with the 2.0L engine to 305 hp with the 2.5L engine, both utilizing an all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 290 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine, both paired with a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2017 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
STI Limited Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 305 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
STI Sedan 2.5L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 305 hp @ 6,000 rpm 290 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Premium Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2016 Subaru WRX STI
2016 Subaru WRX STI

2016 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2016 Subaru WRX is equipped with a 2.0L engine producing a consistent 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, regardless of configuration.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2016 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
2015 Subaru WRX STI
2015 Subaru WRX STI

2015 Subaru WRX Horsepower

The 2015 Subaru WRX is equipped with a 2.0L engine producing a consistent output of 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, regardless of configuration.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2015 Subaru WRX Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Limited Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Sedan 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | H4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm 258 ft-lbs @ 2,000 rpm
Subaru WRX
Subaru WRX