Auto loans: 2016 Subaru WRX
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.2 to 12.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.2 to 12.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2016 Subaru WRX for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2016 Subaru WRX specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.5L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 239 g/km | 261 g/km | 285 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.85 | $20.13 | $21.35 |
2016 Subaru WRX: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 25 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,900 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,570 | $4,026 | $4,270 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2016 Subaru WRX
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (10), engine (9) and unknown or other (7). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22V522000 | 2022-07-21 | 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. |
| 16V162000 | 2016-03-21 | 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. |
| 15V366000 | 2015-06-12 | forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2016 Subaru WRX: before you buy
No 2016 Subaru WRX is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page sets out the 2016 Subaru WRX for buyers, in plain words.
Recalls and complaints
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Reading the spec sheet
The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo does the work, through a 6-speed manual. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
It is rated 10.2 L/100 km combined: about 31 litres every 300 km. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $17.85 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who rents the WRX
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
Room inside
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. The trunk holds 340 litres by the EPA's count: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
Rent the WRX first, and buy only if it fits your life. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Rent the WRX for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Choosing the right one
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$3,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.85 in fuel. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
Make a request
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2016 Subaru WRX from us first.
Ask us about the 2016 Subaru WRX
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2016 Subaru WRX for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2016 Subaru WRX
Does CarmaCars sell the 2016 Subaru WRX?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2016 Subaru WRX before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2016 Subaru WRX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2016 Subaru WRX cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3570.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.