2023 Subaru WRX

The 2023 Subaru WRX brings sedan practicality and focused performance to shoppers visiting Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO. This page covers the WRX’s key specifications, trim pricing, powertrain choices, fuel economy, dimensions, cargo space, and comparisons with the 2023 Subaru Legacy and 2023 Subaru Impreza, helping local drivers narrow their next Subaru. Along the West 104th Avenue corridor just west of Interstate 25, Mike Shaw Subaru serves drivers from Northglenn, Westminster, Broomfield, and Denver’s northern suburbs. The WRX’s five-seat cabin, 271-horsepower flat-four engine, and available manual or continuously variable transmission suit daily commuting on 104th Avenue as well as weekend routes toward the foothills.

Starting MSRP

$30,605

Horsepower

271 hp

EPA MPG

19 city / 25–26 hwy

Seating

5 seats

Fuel

Premium Unleaded (Required) / Premium Unleaded (Recommended)

Body Style

Sedan

How the 2023 Subaru WRX Compares With the Subaru Lineup

Pricing, power, fuel economy, and transmission preferences help separate the WRX from other Subaru sedans and compact cars. The 2023 Subaru WRX starts at $30,605 MSRP; MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

Compared with the 2023 Subaru Legacy, the WRX starts at $30,605 versus $24,395 and produces 271 hp versus 182–260 hp. The WRX’s 19 city and 25 to 26 highway MPG suit shoppers prioritizing performance, while the Legacy’s 23–27 city and 31–35 highway MPG favor buyers focused on fuel economy.

Compared with the 2023 Subaru Impreza, the WRX starts at $30,605 versus $19,795 and makes 271 hp versus 152 hp. The WRX favors drivers seeking stronger output, while the Impreza’s 23 city and 31 highway MPG and All Wheel Drive appeal to shoppers seeking efficiency and standard all-weather traction.

2023 Subaru WRX Specifications and Configuration

The 2023 Subaru WRX is a five-seat sedan powered by a 2.4-liter, 2,387 cc flat-four engine. It produces 271 hp at 5,600 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque at 2,000 rpm, giving the sedan a defined performance-oriented powertrain.

Transmission choices include a six-speed manual and a continuously variable automatic. Across the four trims, highway fuel economy ranges from 25 to 26 MPG, while city fuel economy is 19 MPG. Premium unleaded is required or recommended, depending on configuration.

The WRX measures 183.8 inches long, 71.9 inches wide, and 57.8 inches high, with a 105.2-inch wheelbase. Width with mirrors ranges from 79.3 to 79.6 inches, curb weight ranges from 3,297 to 3,537 pounds, fuel capacity is 16.6 gallons, and cargo space behind the rear seats is 12.5 cubic feet.

Buying a 2023 Subaru WRX in Thornton

Mike Shaw Subaru is located at 1650 W 104th Avenue, Thornton, CO 80234, near the I-25 corridor connecting Northglenn, Westminster, and Broomfield. The dealership receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so shoppers can use the search inventory link for current listings.

For a broader Subaru search, shoppers can review new, used, and certified inventory options through Mike Shaw Subaru. A trade-in appraisal can also be started online at value your trade.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Consider whether a six-speed manual or continuously variable transmission better fits daily driving. The Premium trim pairs its $33,105 starting MSRP with the manual transmission, six speeds, and 26 highway MPG, while the Limited and GT use the continuously variable automatic and return 25 highway MPG.

Fuel planning matters because premium unleaded is required or recommended. The 16.6-gallon fuel capacity, five-seat layout, and 12.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats provide useful context for commuting, errands, and weekend packing.