Subaru WRX 2014–2016 car dimensions: 4595 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1475 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,465 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
The cabin features automatic climate control as standard and cruise control. A multi-function display is included, with reverse camera standard. Higher grades add touchscreen navigation.
Boot space is 460 litres with seats up.
Towing capacity is 1200 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked. Payload is around 476 kg. Sport-tuned suspension is fitted as standard.
The cabin is driver-focused with sport-design front seats offering deep bolsters for support in corners, a leather-wrapped D-shaped steering wheel with red stitching and tilt/telescopic adjustment, automatic air-conditioning with rear heater ducts, and a multi-function display showing boost pressure. Soft-touch materials cover the dashboard, door trim and centre console. Higher grades add 8-way power front seats and front seat heaters. Rear seats split 60/40 for extra cargo space, with improved legroom from the longer wheelbase.
Premium unleaded petrol recommended
Fuel tank capacity 60 litres
Combined fuel consumption 9.2 l/100 km (manual) or 8.6 l/100 km (CVT)
Service interval every 15 000 km or 12 months
5-star ANCAP safety rating
Standard safety kit includes 7 airbags (with driver knee), VDC, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Symmetrical AWD
The 2.0-litre turbo boxer engine requires premium unleaded petrol. Official combined consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km with the 6-speed manual and 8.6 litres per 100 km with the Sport Lineartronic CVT, with CO2 emissions of 213 g/km and 199 g/km respectively.
Maintenance follows a schedule of inspections and replacements every 15 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Timing belt replacement is specified at 105 000 km, spark plugs at 105 000 km, and air cleaner every 45 000 km. Coolant first change is after 11 years or 220 000 km.
Safety equipment is comprehensive as standard, with seven airbags including a driver’s knee airbag, Vehicle Dynamics Control with traction control and Active Torque Vectoring, ABS with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist, and the Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame body structure. The model earned a 5-star ANCAP rating with strong scores in frontal offset, side impact and pole tests.
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is standard for all-weather capability. The car uses high-tensile steel for a stiffer structure that aids both handling and crash protection. Regular servicing at the stated intervals helps maintain reliability.
Length 4595 mm, Width 1795 mm, Height 1475 mm, Wheelbase 2650 mm (WRX 2014–2016)
Sources: manufacturer data, Subaru export specification table, Fuji Heavy Industries WRX/WRX STI brochure, printed in Japan May 2015 , confirms 4,595 x 1,795 x, No traction-battery capacity or electric range is published.