Used 2022 Subaru WRX for SaleNationwide

How much does the 2022 Subaru WRX cost?

Prices have softened 5.77% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 142 listings available, which suggests you have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2022 Subaru WRX a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Subaru WRX earns a 4.9/5 user rating and a 6.83/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel and Technology.

Owners consistently praise its thrilling performance, sporty features, and great value, especially if you want all-wheel-drive capability. The review summary also points to driving sophistication and versatility, which fits a car that can handle spirited driving and daily commuting. In practical terms, the WRX makes the most sense if you want performance with all-weather usefulness rather than a pure weekend toy.

34.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there are still some attractive opportunities in the market.

Is the 2022 Subaru WRX reliable?

Owners rate it 4.9/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a car that feels dependable and worth counting on, with strong value and broad appeal among enthusiasts. The expert assessment also highlights the WRX’s improved suspension tuning and more polished overall feel, which supports the impression of a more mature and settled package. Subaru’s first scheduled maintenance visit is on the house, which helps lower early ownership friction.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about outright durability and more about how hard the car may have been driven or modified.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Subaru WRX?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base trim is the most stripped-back version, while Sport and Sport-tech add more equipment and safety content. If you want the most complete package, the higher trims are the ones to focus on.
• Powertrain: The WRX uses a 2.4-litre turbocharged Boxer four-cylinder with standard all-wheel drive, and you can choose between a six-speed manual and a CVT. The manual is described as satisfying and precise, while the CVT adds paddle-shift control and variable torque distribution.
• Safety package: Subaru’s EyeSight suite comes standard on CVT-equipped models and includes automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, lane-tracing assist, an electronic brake booster, and automatic steering assist. Manual models do not get EyeSight. Blind-spot monitoring, lane-change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on Sport and Sport-tech trims, but not on the base trim.
• Infotainment: Sport-trim and higher models get an 11.6-inch tablet-style touchscreen with physical controls for climate, power, volume, tuning, and defrost. Base trims use two stacked 7-inch displays instead.
• Fuel efficiency: Natural Resources Canada rates the manual at 12.3 L/100 km in city driving, 9.0 L/100 km on the highway, and 10.8 L/100 km combined. The CVT is rated at 12.7 L/100 km city, 9.4 L/100 km highway, and 11.2 L/100 km combined.

Which 2022 Subaru WRX trim should I buy?

The 2022 Subaru WRX is offered in 3 trim levels: base, Sport, Sport-tech.

Here's the short version:

• base: This is the entry point if you want the WRX’s core performance and all-wheel-drive hardware at the lowest price. It gives you the essentials, but it misses out on the larger touchscreen and the extra safety features that come with higher trims.
• Sport: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the 11.6-inch touchscreen, more polished cabin tech, and the safety equipment that the base trim lacks. If you want the sweet spot between price and equipment, this is the one to target.
• Sport-tech: Choose this if you want the most fully equipped WRX and are willing to pay for it. It builds on the Sport trim with the top-end feature set and is the right pick if you want the most complete version of the car.

EyeSight is standard on CVT-equipped models, while blind-spot monitoring, lane-change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on Sport and Sport-tech trims regardless of transmission.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Subaru WRX?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 34.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 142 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.77% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $28,906 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Subaru WRX's resale value?

The current average of $29,955 CAD sits slightly below last year's $31,789 CAD.

That softer pricing suggests the WRX has become a bit more accessible for buyers, which can help future sellers if demand stays steady. The current market also shows that shoppers are still willing to pay for the WRX’s mix of performance and all-weather practicality. If you buy well and keep the car in good condition, the model’s enthusiast appeal should help support resale interest later on.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.9/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Subaru WRX safe?

The 2022 Subaru WRX earns a 5/10 safety score from our experts.

Subaru’s EyeSight suite comes standard on CVT-equipped models and includes automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, lane-tracing assist, an electronic brake booster, and automatic steering assist. That said, manual-transmission WRX models do not get EyeSight at all, which is a meaningful gap if safety tech matters to you. Separate from EyeSight, blind-spot monitoring, lane-change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on Sport and Sport-tech trims, but not on the base trim.

Should I buy a 2022 Subaru WRX or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 34.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.77% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.9/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds a more polished powertrain, suspension, and technology package.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $31,782 CAD, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $29,955 CAD average.
• It carries over unchanged from 2022.

The bottom line: The 2022 is the better value if you want the newer-generation WRX at a lower average price and with strong owner satisfaction. If you are price-sensitive, the 2022 is the smarter buy; if you simply want the same formula and do not mind paying more, the 2023 is the easier comparison.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.