Used 2016 Subaru WRX for sale 

The Subaru WRX comes in three trim levels, Base, Premium, and Limited. All three trims come with a 2.0-liter turbocharged boxer-4 engine, which makes 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The engine comes paired to a manual transmission as standard and comes with the option of a continuously variable transmission (CVT) as well. Some of the standard features of the base trim are summer performance tires, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a standard 6.2-inch touchscreen infotainment display with satellite radio, and CD-Player.

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We recommend getting the base Limited trim since all the trims come equipped with the same powertrain setup as standard. Also, the base trim offers a handsome list of features that you'd expect from a sedan within this price range.

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Subaru stands out from the crowd by virtue of its unique ways to offer its vehicles to the general public such as fitting most of its vehicles with a horizontally-opposed motor and an AWD layout irrespective of the trim level of a particular vehicle. The 2016 Subaru WRX is powered by a 2-liter turbocharged boxer-4 engine which makes 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired to a six-speed manual transmission, which directs all the power to all the wheels. There is an option to get a continuously variable transmission, and but unlike the manual transmission, it lacks the overall driving experience.

In the performance tests, the Subaru WRX does the 0 to 60 sprint in 4.9 seconds, the standing quarter-mile in 13.7 seconds, and will then go on to achieve its top speed of 155 mph. When equipped with a continuously variable transmission (CVT), the 0 to 60-time increases to 5.6 seconds, and the standing quarter-mile time increases to 14.4 seconds.

The most powerful car among the rivals above is the Subaru WRX, which makes 268 hp. Following this is the Hyundai Sonata Sport making 245 hp, and then comes the Lexus IS200t which makes 241 hp. In the performance tests, the fastest 0 to 60 is set by the Subaru of 4.9 seconds, as is the fastest quarter-mile time of 13.7 seconds.

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The 2016 Subaru WRX gives 20 miles to the gallon in the city, 27 mpg on the highway, and a combined mpg of 23. Subaru equips the WRX with a 15.9-gallon fuel tank, which allows it to have a range of 380 miles in the city, 429 miles on the highway, and a combined range of 356 miles. These figures are when the car comes with a manual transmission. When equipped with the CVT transmission, it gives 18 mpg in the city, 24 mpg on the highway, and a combined of 21 mpg. With the same capacity fuel tank, the range of the Subaru decreases with a CVT transmission setup.

In terms of combined range, the maximum figures are offered by the Hyundai Sonata Sport with a range of 481 miles. Following this is the Lexus IS200t with a combined range of 452 miles, and then comes the Subaru WRX with a range of 365 miles. When comparing the combined mileage, both Hyundai and Lexus are ahead of Subaru’s 23 mpg.

The 2016 Subaru WRX interior is quite simple but comfortable for all the occupants while out on a long trip. The WRX has the capacity to seat five occupants in the cabin. The front row seats feature performance seats, which are four-way manually adjustable seats. In the Limited trim, the front row seats are 8-way power-adjustable driver’s performance seats with a 4-way power-adjustable front passenger seat. Automatic air conditioning is standard on all trims for additional comfort.

When we speak of upholstery, the base features cloth upholstery, as we go to the Premium trim, you will see checkered cloth upholstery. On the Limited trim, leather upholstery is standard. The three materials are complimented with red stitching. The Subaru WRX comes with 12 cu-ft. trunk space. The rear seats fold down to open up more space for any additional cargo. 

The most legroom in the first row is offered by the Hyundai Sonata Sport of 45.5 inches. This is followed by the Lexus, and then comes the Subaru WRX. Along with the lack of legroom, the Subaru WRX also offers the least amount of trunk space of 12 cu-ft. The most trunk space is offered by the Hyundai Sonata sport of 16.3 cu-ft. Major interior features include-

• 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seats
• 4-way power-adjustable front passenger’s seat
• Cloth upholstery, checkered cloth upholstery, and leather upholstery (based on trim)
• Red accent stitching
• Automatic air conditioning

How intuitive is the Infotainment unit of the 2016 Subaru WRX? 

The infotainment system of the Subaru WRX includes a 6.2 multimedia screen. The system runs on the Starlink system developed by Subaru. The system includes all the basics like Bluetooth audio streaming with hands-free phone connectivity and iPod compatibility.

There is also SiriusXM all-access radio, for which you will require a subscription. Smartphone integration is supported for specific apps. For making you deaf, there is a 6-speaker sound system. The good part is the same infotainment system is available on trims with the same number of features. Few key features include-

• 6.2-inch multimedia screen
• Bluetooth connectivity
• iPod compatibility
• SiriusXM all access radio
• Specific app supported smartphone integration
• 6-speaker sound system

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The 2016 Subaru WRX comes in its modern form with new aggressive looks, but it still has its WRX classic style that makes it unique. The black grille houses the Subaru logo. On each side of the grille are automatic headlights which are tilted inwards as if the car is hunting.

The rest of the exterior features include the signature hood scoop which we have seen in the past on many Subaru hoods. A lip spoiler can be seen on the trunk and dual exhaust trips can be seen on either side of the diffuser. To complete the car, there is a set of 17” alloy wheels (18 on limited trim) which come in a dark grey finish. There are options for the exterior which come in the form of accessories.

In terms of dimensions, the Subaru is similar to the Lexus IS200t but is shorter in length than the Hyundai Sonata Sport by 10 inches. The difference can also be seen in the wheelbase, where the Subaru WRX is shorter than both cars. The next difference can be seen in the curb weight, where the Subaru WRX is the lightest of the above cars. Major exterior highlights of the sedan are:

• Black grille
• 17” alloy wheels
• Dual exhaust tips
• Lip spoiler
• Hood Scoop
• Automatic headlights

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is yet to crash-test the 2016 Subaru WRX to determine its safety ratings. Unlike the NHTSA, the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) has rated the 2016 Subaru WRX where it has received good scores in most of the tests and has been awarded the 2016 Top Safety Pick+ in the Small car/4-door sedan category. Along with the high safety ratings, Subaru has installed many safety features to keep the occupants safe.

Some of these safety features are:

• Electronic Stability Control
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Side impact beams
• Brake Assist
• Tire Pressure Monitoring system
• Multiple Airbag system 
• Lane departure system (optional)
• Blind-spot monitoring system (optional)

Subaru WRX vs Hyundai Sonata Sport

The Hyundai Sonata Sport is a brilliant offering in the segment from the Korean brand and it lives up to the expectations of its admirers. The sedan has a strong performance and a good fuel economy to boast about. On the inside, it is quite spacious and comfortable, loaded with a handsome amount of standard features and superb safety features as well. The Subaru WRX beats it in terms of performance and practicality with its standard AWD layout and a punchier H-4 motor.

Subaru WRX vs Lexus IS200t

Lexus vehicles, as we know them, were always focused on offering comfort rather than performance except for the iconic LFA sports car. Even though the IS200t tries to offer strong performance with agile handling, the WRX still beats it with its superior performance and handling. Like before, the WRX gets beaten in terms of fuel economy by the IS200t as well.

The 2016 Subaru WRX comes with a lot of standard features for the price and a sporty exterior design, like the hood scoop, to stand out from the crowd. It also offers strong performance and a standard AWD layout to provide superior handling as compared to its rivals. On the safety aspect too, the sedan fares well in the segment barring the reliability department, where it disappoints a bit. Overall, if you're seeking a performance-oriented sedan at an affordable price tag, the WRX is the one to go for.