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2023 Subaru WRX

Limited SPT AWD

Gas AWD MSRP $39,745Compare this trim against anything →

What the Limited SPT adds over the Base 6MT (+$9,140)

SpecBase 6MTLimited SPT
Rear brake diameter289.6 mm299.7 mm
Curb weight (maximum)3297 lbs3535 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3297 lbs3535 lbs
Front headroom39.8 in38.8 in
MPG (combined)22 mpg21 mpg
MPG (highway)26 mpg25 mpg
Base MSRP (excludes destination)$30,605$39,745
Tire size235/45 R17 97W245/40R18 97W
Total interior volume98.9 cu-ft97.5 cu-ft
Final drive ratio4.14.4
Transmission speeds68
Wheel diameter17 in18 in
Wheel width8 in8.5 in

Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power driver's seat (includes power lumbar support), 18-inch alloy wheels (dark gray finish), 245/40 R18 97Y summer performance tires, All-Weather Package: heated power exterior mirrors, All-Weather Package: three-mode heated front seats, Aluminum-alloy pedal covers, including driver's foot rest, Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH), Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Day/night rear view mirror, Door trim panel armrests: simulated leather with red stitching, Dual USB charge ports in rear center console, Dual-zone automatic climate control with voice activated controls, Electronic Parking Brake (EPB), Electronic controlled power assisted brake system (EyeSight-equipped models), Exterior mirrors: body color / manual-folding with integrated turn signals, External oil cooler (A/T), EyeSight Assist Monitor (EAM), EyeSight System features Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering and Automatic Emergency Steering, Front seatback pocket (driver's side), Front seatback pocket (passenger side), Harman Kardon® System including 11 speakers and 504-watt equivalent maximum output amplifier, Headlights: C-shape LED light operating as turn signal, parking light and DRL, Illuminated engine start / stop switch, Inner door handles: chrome, Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and PIN Code Access, LED fog lights with black covers, Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Departure and Sway Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Lead Vehicle Start Alert (Vehicle in Front), Navigation (voice-activated, TomTom, 3-year free map updates), Power moonroof, Power windows: auto-up / auto-down with anti-pinch protection and off-delay operation on all windows, Pre-Collision Brake Assist, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Rear seat armrest with dual cup holders, Recaro® performance design front seats with 8-way power driver's seat, Reverse Automatic Braking system, SI-DRIVE engine performance management system, STARLINK Safety and Security services

Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter315.0 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter299.7 mm
Rear brake typeventilated disc
Parking brake typeepb

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 2nd row12.5 cu-ft
Total interior volume97.5 cu-ft

Connected Services

Connected services brandSUBARU STARLINK

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance5.4 in
Overall height57.8 in
Overall length183.8 in
Overall width71.9 in
Wheelbase105.1 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationtwin turbo
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement2387 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)DOHC 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER; turbocharged with intercooler
Valve configurationDOHC

Engine Output

Horsepower271 hp
Torque258 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)19 mpg
MPG (combined)21 mpg
MPG (highway)25 mpg

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane91
Fuel tank capacity16.6 gal

Headroom

Front headroom38.8 in
Third-row headroom36.7 in

Legroom

Front legroom43.1 in
Third-row legroom36.5 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$39,745

Seating

Passenger seating capacity5

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room56.7 in
Third-row shoulder room54.1 in

Steering

Steering typeQuick-ratio dual-pinion electric power assisted rack (EPAS)
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)36.7 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeMacPherson-type struts with internal rebound springs; aluminum lower L-arms with pillow ball mounts and bushings, coil springs and stabilizer bar
Rear suspension typeDouble wishbone with subframe, pillow ball bushings for lower lateral links, coil springs and stabilizer bar

Tires

Tire size245/40R18 97W

Transmission

Final drive ratio4.4
Transmission speeds8
Transmission typemanual

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3535 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3535 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter18 in
Wheel materialalloy
Wheel width8.5 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety32 std · 0 opt

  • Airbag system: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbags
  • Airbag system: front-seat side pelvis / torso airbags
  • Airbag system: side curtain airbags
  • Lane Departure and Sway Warning
  • Lane Keep Assist
  • Rear-Vision Camera

Infotainment7 std · 0 opt

  • Dual USB charge ports in rear center console
  • Harman Kardon® System including 11 speakers and 504-watt equivalent maximum output amplifier
  • Navigation (voice-activated, TomTom, 3-year free map updates)
  • STARLINK Safety and Security services
  • SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia with integrated LCD HD Center Information Display
  • Steering wheel audio control switches

Convenience7 std · 0 opt

  • Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and PIN Code Access
  • Automatic power door lock / unlock system (all doors)
  • Illuminated engine start / stop switch
  • Power windows: auto-up / auto-down with anti-pinch protection and off-delay operation on all windows
  • Remote keyless entry system
  • 12-volt power outlets: dash and center console

Climate1 std · 0 opt

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control with voice activated controls

Seating11 std · 0 opt

  • 10-way power driver's seat (includes power lumbar support)
  • All-Weather Package: three-mode heated front seats
  • Recaro® performance design front seats with 8-way power driver's seat
  • 6-way manual driver's seat, height-adjustable
  • Cloth upholstery with red stitching
  • Front seats: performance design with height and tilt adjustable head restraints

Interior11 std · 0 opt

  • Day/night rear view mirror
  • Aluminum-alloy pedal covers, including driver's foot rest
  • Door trim panel armrests: simulated leather with red stitching
  • Front seatback pocket (driver's side)
  • Inner door handles: chrome
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching

Exterior14 std · 0 opt

  • Power moonroof
  • 18-inch alloy wheels (dark gray finish)
  • 245/40 R18 97Y summer performance tires
  • All-Weather Package: heated power exterior mirrors
  • Aluminum hood with integrated scoop
  • Exterior mirrors: body color / manual-folding with integrated turn signals

Powertrain6 std · 0 opt

  • Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
  • 2.4-liter DOHC turbocharged engine: 271 hp and 258 lb.-ft. torque
  • External oil cooler (A/T)
  • SI-DRIVE engine performance management system
  • Subaru Performance Transmission (SPT) with 8-speed manual shift mode
  • Variable Torque Distribution (VTD) AWD

Chassis2 std · 0 opt

  • Quick-ratio, dual-pinion Electric Power-Assisted Steering
  • Sport-tuned suspension including front struts with internal rebound springs

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 WRX. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the Limited SPT

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2023 Subaru WRX Limited SPT?

The manufacturer lists $39,745 for the 2023 Subaru WRX Limited SPT. That is $9,140 above the Base 6MT, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.

What does the 2023 Subaru WRX Limited SPT add over the Base 6MT?

Against the Base 6MT, 49 features become standard that the Base 6MT does not and 13 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.