Car financing: 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.
The 2018 Subaru WRX: before you buy
No 2018 Subaru WRX is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 2018 Subaru WRX, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Before you sign for the WRX
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
The numbers in plain words
The powertrain to know here is the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, with all-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.
At 10.2 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 31 litres of fuel. That works out to about $17.85 per 100 km at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Living with the WRX
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The EPA measures its luggage space at 340 litres, roughly about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Who rents the WRX
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
A longer test drive
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $178.50 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Within the 2018 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Make a request
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
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.