DOHC 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER; turbocharged with intercooler
Valve configuration
DOHC 16-Valve
Engine Output
Horsepower
271 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft
Fuel Economy
MPG (city)
19 mpg
MPG (combined)
22 mpg
MPG (highway)
26 mpg
Fuel System
Minimum recommended octane
91
Fuel tank capacity
16.6 gal
Headroom
Front headroom
39.8 in
Third-row headroom
36.7 in
Legroom
Front legroom
43.1 in
Third-row legroom
36.5 in
Pricing
Base MSRP (excludes destination)
$29,105
Seating
Passenger seating capacity
5
Shoulder Room
Front shoulder room
56.7 in
Third-row shoulder room
55.6 in
Steering
Steering type
Electric Power-Assisted rack and dual pinion (EPAS)
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)
36.8 ft
Suspension
Front suspension type
MacPherson struts with internal rebound springs; aluminum lower L-arms with pillow ball mounts and bushings, coil springs and stabilizer bar
Rear suspension type
Double wishbone with subframe, pillow ball bushings for lower lateral links, coil springs and stabilizer bar
Tires
Tire size
235/45R17 97W
Transmission
Final drive ratio
4.1
Transmission speeds
6
Transmission type
manual
Weights
Curb weight (maximum)
3297 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)
3297 lbs
Wheels
Wheel diameter
17 in
Wheel material
alloy
Wheel width
8 in
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kit
Safety17 std · 0 opt
Airbag system: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbags
Airbag system: front-seat side pelvis / torso airbags
Airbag system: side curtain airbags
Rear-Vision Camera
Active Torque Vectoring
Airbag system: driver's side knee airbag
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist
Brake Override System
Electronic Brake-force Distribution System (EBD)
High Beam Assist (HBA)
Incline Start Assist (6MT) / Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH) (SPT)
Multi-Mode Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with Track Mode
Rear Seat Reminder
Security system
Engine immobilizer
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with individual wheel pressure display and automatic individual wheel ID registration
Infotainment2 std · 0 opt
SUBARU STARLINK® Dual 7.0-inch Multimedia System with high-resolution touchscreens, smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay® and Android™ Auto; Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio streaming connectivity, SiriusXM Platinum Plan and Travel Link
Steering wheel audio control switches
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
Automatic power door lock / unlock system (all doors)
Remote keyless entry system
12-volt power outlets: dash and center console
Power windows: auto-up / auto-down driver's and front passenger window with anti-pinch protection and off delay operation
Climate1 std · 0 opt
Automatic climate control system with air filtration system
Seating3 std · 0 opt
Rear seatback: 60/40 split fold-down
6-way manual driver's seat, height-adjustable
Cloth upholstery with red stitching
Interior5 std · 0 opt
Auto-dimming rear-view mirror (6MT)
Leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching
Tilt and telescopic steering column
Floor mats: carpeted with red stitching and red WRX logo
Front seatback pocket (passenger side)
Exterior5 std · 0 opt
17-inch alloy wheels
235/45 R17 97W summer performance tires
LED headlights (low and high beam) with automatic height adjustment control
Performance exhaust system with dual twin-outlet stainless steel tailpipe tips
Tire repair kit
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
6-speed manual transmission
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 WRX. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
Factory warranty running out?
The 2022 Subaru WRX is in the years where transmission, electronics and drivetrain repairs land on the owner. What an extended plan does and does not cover is worth reading before a dealer quotes you one.
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Common questions about the Base
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits
How much is the 2022 Subaru WRX Base?
The manufacturer lists $29,105 for the 2022 Subaru WRX Base. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.