Used Subaru WRX for Sale near Cobalt, ON

How much does the Subaru WRX cost in today's market?

Used Subaru WRX prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Subaru WRX's current nationwide average price is $27,143 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $26,996 CAD. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Subaru WRX a good car?

Yes — the Subaru WRX is a strong choice if you want a performance sedan with broad enthusiast appeal and everyday usability. The all-generations owner rating is 4.82/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the WRX for its thrilling performance, sporty handling, and all-wheel-drive confidence. Across the model years, the car also earns repeat praise for its manual transmission availability, driving enjoyment, and rally-inspired character.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs centre on outdated technology, interior quality and comfort concerns, and fuel economy that can rise quickly with enthusiastic driving. For shoppers who value driving character first, those compromises are easier to accept.

34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru WRX models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the WRX for its engaging performance, strong handling, and all-wheel-drive confidence. Expert commentary also points to a well-matched powertrain and a car that feels competent in daily use.

• Owners rate the Subaru WRX between 4.33 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most manageable when you choose a well-maintained example with a clear service history and inspect it carefully for wear from enthusiastic driving.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Infotainment: Subaru Starlink touchscreen infotainment with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, plus the 11.6-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen on WRX Sport and Sport-Tech trim levels.
• Fuel efficiency: The WRX's Natural Resources Canada fuel economy ratings of 10.8 litres per 100 kilometres combined (12.3 city, 9.0 highway) with the manual transmission and 11.2 L/100 km combined (12.7 city, 9.4 highway) with the CVT are respectable for a performance car.

Which Subaru WRX trim should I buy?

The 2023 Subaru WRX offers these trims:

• WRX: The base model gives you the WRX formula at the lowest entry point, with the standard manual transmission and the model’s core performance character; it is the best-value choice if you want the essentials.
• Sport: This trim adds the 11.6-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen and available CVT with EyeSight, making it a strong step up if you want more convenience and a richer tech experience.
• Sport-Tech: The top trim adds Ultrasuede upholstery with red stitching, a 10-way adjustable bucket driver’s seat, 18-inch wheels, steering-responsive headlights, and the premium audio setup, making it the pick if you want the most equipment and the most upscale cabin.

What Subaru WRX do most buyers choose?

The Subaru WRX years with the most listings are 2023, 2024, and 2022.

These higher-volume years tend to be the most popular because they give you the broadest mix of availability, pricing, and recent-model features. They also make it easier to compare trims and find a car that fits your budget.

What is the Subaru WRX's resale value?

Most WRX model years are posting year-over-year price declines, which is good news if you are shopping used. The largest drops are in the older and higher-priced years, while the newest recent years are falling more slowly. That creates a useful spread of opportunities across the lineup for buyers who want performance value.

The 2023, 2022, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Subaru WRX safe?

• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 5/10
• 2020: 9/10

Subaru's EyeSight driver assist technology is available on the 2023 WRX with the CVT, adding adaptive cruise control, automated lane-centring, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2023 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Subaru WRX now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −12.14% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −3.76%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 34% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 34.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $31,782 CAD. The Subaru WRX offers a rally-inspired driving character that blends strong handling with everyday usability.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The WRX is powered by a 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder Subaru boxer engine with 271 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, and it returns 10.8 litres per 100 kilometres combined with the manual transmission or 11.2 L/100 km combined with the CVT.
• Tech: The WRX's Subaru Starlink touchscreen infotainment system includes standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, plus an 11.6-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen on Sport and Sport-Tech trim levels.
• Safety: Subaru's EyeSight driver assist technology adds adaptive cruise control, automated lane-centring, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning.
• Starting price: Pricing in Canada starts at $34,851.50 for the base model with the manual transmission.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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