Performance and Powertrain

Turbocharged Power and All-Wheel Drive Precision

At the heart of the 2025 WRX lies a 2.4-liter turbocharged flat-four engine, producing 271 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. This powerplant ensures responsive acceleration and a broad torque curve, making it equally adept at spirited drives and daily commutes.

Transmission options include a standard 6-speed manual for enthusiasts seeking direct engagement, and an available Subaru Performance Transmission (SPT) CVT for those preferring convenience without sacrificing performance. Subaru's renowned Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system comes standard, providing exceptional traction and stability in various driving conditions.

Advanced Suspension and Braking Systems
The 2025 WRX tS trim introduces STI-tuned electronically adjustable dampers, allowing drivers to customize the suspension settings for optimal handling and comfort. Complementing this is the Brembo® Performance Braking System, featuring gold-painted calipers (6-piston front / 2-piston rear) and larger cross-drilled rotors, ensuring confident stopping power during spirited drives.

Drive Mode Select for Personalized Driving Experience
With the Drive Mode Select system, drivers can tailor the vehicle's performance characteristics to their preferences. Whether prioritizing comfort for daily commutes or sharpening responses for dynamic driving, the WRX adapts seamlessly to various driving scenarios.

Trim Levels and Features

Diverse Trims to Suit Every Enthusiast

Subaru understands that performance comes in many forms, which is why the 2025 Subaru WRX offers a range of trim levels—each tailored to different driving preferences, budgets, and lifestyles. Whether you're a purist seeking manual-shift precision, a tech-lover who craves modern features, or an adrenaline junkie drawn to STI-tuned enhancements, there's a WRX made for you.

The 2025 WRX is available in multiple trims to cater to diverse preferences:

• Premium: Offers a balanced mix of performance and comfort features, including heated front seats and keyless entry with push-button start.
• Limited: Adds luxury touches like leather-trimmed upholstery and advanced driver-assistance technologies.
• GT: Features adaptive dampers and a CVT with paddle shifters, blending performance with convenience.
• tS (tuned by STI): The pinnacle of WRX performance, the tS trim includes STI-tuned suspension with electronically adjustable dampers, Brembo brakes, and exclusive interior and exterior enhancements.

• If you're new to performance cars and want an affordable, AWD-equipped daily driver, start with the Premium.
• Want a more refined, safety-rich ride? The Limited adds comfort and convenience for commuters and families.
• If you're drawn to high-tech performance with adjustable dynamics, the GT gives you power and flexibility.
• For the ultimate WRX experience, the tS delivers STI-level engineering with jaw-dropping precision and road presence.

Interior Specs

Motorsport-Inspired Comfort with Everyday Usability

Driver-Centric Cockpit The WRX is designed around the driver. At its core is a thick, leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel that’s sculpted to deliver excellent grip and feedback during spirited driving. The center console and dashboard are slightly canted toward the driver, enhancing the sense of control and delivering a motorsport-inspired feel.

The seating layout promotes a low driving position, enhancing connection to the road. On upper trims like the GT and tS, Recaro® performance seats provide additional lateral support and feature premium materials and bold contrast stitching. These seats keep you comfortably in place—whether you're pushing the car to its limits or simply enjoying a comfortable commute.

Comfort Meets Practicality While the WRX’s performance takes center stage, its interior proves that this sport sedan doesn’t sacrifice daily comfort. Soft-touch materials line the dash and upper door panels, and carbon fiber-patterned accents add a performance flair. Trim-specific stitching and metallic detailing elevate the look without appearing overly flashy.

The dual-zone automatic climate control system ensures both driver and passenger enjoy personalized comfort, while available heated front and rear seats (standard on Limited and above) make the WRX ready for harsh Canadian winters. The heated leather-wrapped steering wheel—available on select trims—adds another layer of cold-weather comfort.

Surprising Space for a Performance Car Thanks to its wide-body design and thoughtful layout, the 2025 WRX offers more interior room than you'd expect from a compact sport sedan. Rear-seat passengers benefit from generous legroom and headroom, while the 60/40-split folding rear seats expand the trunk’s usability—ideal for weekend getaways, golf clubs, or gear for the next snowboarding trip.