Auto loans: 2018 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 12.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 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 12.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2018 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.
2018 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 | 14.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.6 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 238 g/km | 261 g/km | 294.5 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.85 | $20.13 | $22.23 |
2018 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) | 21 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 24 | 22 |
| 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$4,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,570 | $4,026 | $4,446 |
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 2018 Subaru WRX
- NHTSA lists 2 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 45 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (12), electrical system (10) and unknown or other (8). 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. |
| 21V587000 | 2021-07-29 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2018 Subaru WRX
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 Subaru WRX for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2018 Subaru WRX for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Recalls and complaints
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
The numbers in plain words
Under the hood: the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo and all-wheel drive. 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 the WRX suits
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
What to expect from the WRX
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. At 340 litres, the trunk fits about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Rent it for a week first
Rent the WRX first, and buy only if it fits your life. If the WRX is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car.
Choosing the right one
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Within the 2018 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Running costs
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. The EPA estimates US$3,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Let us know
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
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 2018 Subaru WRX from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Subaru WRX
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Subaru WRX for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Subaru WRX
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Subaru WRX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 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.