Model year guide

2020 Subaru WRX

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Subaru WRX is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

2020 Subaru WRX — representative photo
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2020 Subaru WRX at a glance

Owner complaints17
Combined19–23 mpg
Typical price$33,410

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2020 Subaru WRX common problems

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2020 Subaru WRX MPG & running costs

Combined19–23 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,933

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2020 Subaru WRX worth?

Low
$27,000
Typical price
$33,410
High
$42,000

From 9 comparable 2020 Subaru WRX listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Subaru WRX costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,665
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,950
Total$26,615
Per mile$0.35

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($33,410) with the same model 5 model-years older ($26,451), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2020 Subaru WRX trims & engines on record

Trims
WRX base+L · WRX Premium+L+M/R · STI Base+W+KA · WRX Premium+L+RE, WRX Series. White+L+RE · STI Limited+W+KA+RE+BSD+NAVI(H/K)+M/R
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 268 hp · 2.5L 4-cyl 310 hp

2020 Subaru WRX vehicles on record

2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX STI Limited+W+KA+RE+BSD+NAVI(H/K)+M/RJF1VA2Y61L9808001 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX STI Base+W+KAJF1VA2E6XL9829319 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX WRX Premium+L+M/RJF1VA1C63L9821981 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX WRX base+LJF1VA1A66L9834095 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX WRX base+LJF1VA1A64L9824049 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX WRX Premium+L+M/RJF1VA1C68L9800138 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX STI Base+W+KAJF1VA2E66L9822870 2020 Subaru WRX WRX Premium+L+M/RJF1VA1C69L9824402 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX WRX base+LJF1VA1A66L9822738 2020 Subaru WRX WRX Premium+L+RE, WRX Series. White+L+REJF1VA1B68L9806765 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX WRX base+LJF1VA1A63L9810630 2020 Subaru WRX 2020 Subaru WRX WRX base+LJF1VA1A63L9810501

Other Subaru WRX model years

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2013 2012 2011 2008 2006 2004

2020 Subaru WRX — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Subaru WRX?

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, visibility/wiper.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Subaru WRX get?

The 2020 Subaru WRX has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2020 Subaru WRX worth?

Comparable 2020 Subaru WRX listings run roughly $27,000–$42,000, typically around $33,410 (from 9 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.