2018 Subaru WRX fuel economy

The 2018 Subaru WRX is rated at 18–23 MPG combined by the EPA, from 18 MPG (2.5 L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, All-Wheel Drive) to 23 MPG (2.0 L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, All-Wheel Drive). EPA size class: Compact Cars.

MPG by version

VersionCityHwyComb.L/100 kmUK MPGFuel cost/yr*
WRX
2.0 L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, All-Wheel Drive · Premium Gasoline
212723 10.228 $3,550
WRX
2.0 L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (AV-S8), All-Wheel Drive · Premium Gasoline
182421 11.225 $3,900
WRX
2.5 L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, All-Wheel Drive · Premium Gasoline
172219 12.423 $4,350
WRX STI Type RA
2.5 L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, All-Wheel Drive · Premium Gasoline
162218 13.122 $4,550

* EPA estimate of yearly fuel (or electricity) cost for 15,000 miles with 55 % city driving, at the fuel prices EPA used for this model year. Use the fuel cost comparison with your own mileage and prices.

About these numbers

EPA ratings come from standard laboratory tests adjusted to reflect real-world driving, so they are best for comparing vehicles. Your own figure will vary with speed, temperature, load, tires and driving style — measure it with the MPG calculator. If you have fitted larger tires, correct the reading with the tire size and fuel economy calculator.

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Original data (downloaded 2026-09-29). Data processed by us; errors in processing are ours, not the publisher's.