Snapshot
- 2022 Subaru WRX now on sale in Australia
- Prices are up, starting at $44,990 plus on-road costs
- Three variants across both sedan and wagon models
The new-generation 2022 Subaru WRX is now on sale in Australia, with prices starting from $44,990 before on-road costs.
Subaru offers the new WRX in both sedan and wagon bodies, with both versions available in three variants – a base model, an RS grade for the sedan and GT grade for the Sportswagon, and a flagship auto-only tS grade.
The all-wheel-drive WRX is powered by a 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 202kW and 350Nm.
Sedan buyers have their choice of either a manual or a ‘Sport Lineartronic’ automatic transmission in the base and RS models for an additional $4000, but both the Sportswagon and flagship sedan WRX tS variants are only available with the auto.
While power is up by 5kW over the previous model, prices have also increased by $4000 for the entry-level WRX.
Overseas model shown.
Subaru has confirmed it will not be producing a high-performance WRX STI for this generation – the first time an STI won’t be part of the range since it debuted in 1994 – though the new range-topping WRX tS now costs around the same as the outgoing STI, despite no additional power.
The new model does boast a 28 per cent increase in chassis torsional rigidity over the previous-generation WRX sedan, to help improve handling and ride comfort.
2022 Subaru WRX Australian pricing
Note: Prices exclude on-road costs.
| Model | Price |
|---|---|
| WRX sedan manual | $44,990 |
| WRX sedan auto | $48,990 |
| WRX RS sedan manual | $50,490 |
| WRX RS sedan auto | $54,490 |
| WRX tS sedan auto | $56,990 |
| WRX Sportswagon auto | $49,990 |
| WRX GT Sportswagon auto | $55,490 |
| WRX tS Sportswagon auto | $57,990 |
Features
Note: WRX Sportswagon features to come.
2022 Subaru WRX sedan
| Dual-zone climate control |
| Cloth interior |
| 4.2-inch instrument display |
| 11.6-inch portrait infotainment screen |
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability |
| Six-speaker sound system |
| Subaru Vision Assist |
| 18-inch alloy wheels |
WRX RS sedan, in addition to the base model
| 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system |
| Electric sunroof |
| Satellite navigation |
| Ultrasuede interior |
| Heated power front seats |
| Driver monitoring system |
| Front and side view monitor |
WRX tS sedan, in addition to the WRX RS
| Drive mode select |
| Electronic control dampers |
| 18-inch alloy wheels with unique finish |
| Leather steering wheel with STI logo |
| Instrument cluster with STI logo |
Engine and driveline
The 2022 Subaru WRX retains its trademark ‘Boxer’ horizontally-opposed four-cylinder engine, with the turbocharged 2.4-litre petrol engine putting out 202kW at 5600rpm and 350Nm from 2000 to 5200rpm.
Power is sent to all four wheels through either a six-speed manual or a CVT automatic – named ‘Sport Lineartronic’ and simulating eight gears in manual mode.
Torque split 50:50 front-to-rear for cars with a manual transmission, mated with a centre limited-slip differential, while automatic WRXs are split 55:45.
Subaru hasn’t disclosed the 2022 WRX’s 0-100km/h sprint time yet, but expect acceleration to be roughly on par with the outgoing model’s claim of six seconds.
Dimensions
The 2022 Subaru WRX sedan has had its wheelbase increase by 22mm to 2672mm over the previous model.
The sedan has also grown in almost every dimension, being 4669mm long and 1826mm wide, though it does sit 7mm lower at 1468mm.
The WRX Sportswagon is 4755mm long, 1780mm wide – missing the grey plastic wheel cladding found on the sedan – as well as being slightly taller at 1500mm high, and has a wheelbase of 2670mm.
Boot space for the 2022 WRX Sportswagon is 492 litres (VDA test), with an additional 69L found under the false floor.
Safety
| Lane-keep assist |
| Lane centring assist |
| Emergency braking assist |
| Semi-autonomous steering |
| Speed sign recognition |
| Intelligent speed limited |
Warranty
All Subaru models come with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty
When is the 2022 Subaru WRX on sale in Australia?
Order books for the 2022 Subaru WRX have just opened in Australia, with deliveries to begin in the coming months. More details on locally-delivered variants will be provided closer to its local launch.
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