2018 Subaru Wrx

The 2018 Subaru WRX is a five-seat sedan for drivers who want a compact performance car with practical dimensions and a choice of manual or automatic transmission. At Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO, shoppers can explore the WRX lineup, review trim pricing and specifications, and connect with a local Subaru dealership along the West 104th Avenue corridor. The page covers the model’s power range, fuel requirements, efficiency, cargo capacity and available trim differences. Mike Shaw Subaru serves drivers from Thornton, Northglenn, Westminster, Broomfield and Denver’s northern suburbs, where dependable, all-weather vehicles fit both weekday commuting and weekend travel toward the foothills.

Starting MSRP

$26,995

Horsepower

268–305 hp

EPA MPG

17–21 city / 22–27 hwy

Seating

5 seats

Fuel

Premium Unleaded (Recommended) / Premium Unleaded (Required)

Body Style

Sedan

2018 Subaru WRX Trims and Pricing

Pricing spans $26,995 to $40,895 across the 2018 Subaru WRX lineup. MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and pricing is not a guarantee.

The lineup begins at $26,995, while the Premium trim starts at $30,495 with 268 horsepower, 18 city MPG, 24 highway MPG, a 2.0-liter engine, 258 lb-ft of torque, recommended premium unleaded fuel and an automatic transmission with continuously variable speeds. Limited pricing starts at $31,595 and lists 268 horsepower, 21 city MPG, 27 highway MPG, a 2.0-liter engine, 258 lb-ft of torque, recommended premium unleaded fuel and a six-speed manual transmission. STI starts at $36,095 with 305 horsepower, 17 city MPG, 22 highway MPG, a 2.5-liter engine, 290 lb-ft of torque, required premium unleaded fuel and a six-speed manual transmission. STI Limited tops the lineup at $40,895 with the same listed power, fuel and transmission figures as STI.

Specifications and Configuration

The 2018 Subaru WRX uses a flat-four engine in a sedan body style with seating for five. Across the five trims, engine size ranges from 2.0 to 2.5 liters, displacement from 1,998 to 2,457 cc, horsepower from 268 to 305 hp and torque from 258 to 290 lb-ft.

Peak power arrives between 5,600 and 6,000 rpm, while peak torque arrives between 2,000 and 4,000 rpm. Transmission choices include a manual or automatic setup, with six-speed and continuously variable transmissions represented in the lineup. Recommended or required fuel is premium unleaded, depending on trim.

The WRX measures 180.9 inches long, 70.7 inches wide and 58.1 inches high, with a 104.3-inch wheelbase. Curb weight ranges from 3,272 to 3,441 pounds. Fuel capacity is 15.9 gallons, and cargo space behind the rear seats is 12 cubic feet.

Buying a 2018 Subaru WRX in Thornton

Mike Shaw Subaru is located at 1650 W 104th Avenue in Thornton, CO 80234, along a busy corridor just west of Interstate 25. The dealership serves nearby Northglenn, Westminster and Broomfield, with access suited to weekday commutes toward Denver and US-36 or weekend drives toward the Front Range.

For current vehicle options, search inventory through Mike Shaw Subaru. The store receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so live inventory is the best place to review current listings. Shoppers considering a trade can use the value your trade process before contacting the dealership.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Trim selection changes the WRX’s price, fuel economy, engine size, horsepower, torque and transmission configuration. The 2.0-liter trims list 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, while the 2.5-liter STI trims list 305 horsepower and 290 lb-ft of torque.

Fuel planning matters because the model uses premium unleaded, with recommended fuel on Premium and Limited and required fuel on STI and STI Limited. EPA figures range from 17 to 21 city MPG and 22 to 27 highway MPG across trims, so driving priorities and transmission preference deserve attention alongside performance.