Trim Report

Subaru WRX STI2015

Includes:SUBWRX|STI
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Where to Find Subaru WRX STI

Location data for all 2015 Subaru WRX trims combined

32States

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Subaru WRX Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2015 Subaru WRX trims

Elevated

With 3 recalls and 52 complaints, the 2015 Subaru WRX rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

3
Recalls
52
Complaints
2
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
16V1620002016-21-03
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015. The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

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17V6250002017-06-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 WRX and WRX/STI vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk. Items in the trunk may cause the subwoofer wiring to contact the subwoofer metal frame, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.

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22V5220002022-21-07
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.

Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2015 Subaru WRX's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 52 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train11
02Engine10
03Power Train,engine4
04Exterior Lighting4
05Electrical System3
52 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Subaru WRX Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2015 Subaru WRX trims

19–24mpg combined
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17-21city
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23-28hwy
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$2,400-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2015 Subaru WRX ranges from 19 to 24 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
WRX - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$2,400/yr6/10 Average
WRX - Automatic (AV-S8)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$2,750/yr5/10 Average
WRX - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the STI Worth It?

Common questions about the 2015 Subaru WRX STI

How does the STI compare to other Subaru WRX trims?

The STI occupies a distinct position in the Subaru WRX range. See how it stacks up on the 2015 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2015 Subaru WRX STI?

Budget for standard STI maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2015 has 3 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Subaru WRX STI?

For the STI, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Subaru WRX buyer's guide.

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