Used Subaru WRX STI for Sale nearSan Diego, CA

How much does the Subaru WRX STI cost in today's market?

Used Subaru WRX STI prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Subaru WRX STI's current nationwide average price is $26,614, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $24,994 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2019, 2020, and 2021 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Subaru WRX STI a good car?

Yes — the Subaru WRX STI earns strong owner approval across the lineup, and its appeal is anchored by the all-generations user rating. The all-generations owner rating is 4.82/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the WRX STI for its thrilling performance, engaging driving experience, and strong all-wheel-drive capability. The car also stands out for its powerful engine and the distinctive sound that comes with its performance character.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on fuel economy, ride comfort, and cabin age, especially in the more recent expert-tested years. 27.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru WRX STI models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Subaru WRX STI highly, and the strongest feedback centers on its performance, all-wheel-drive confidence, and engaging driving feel. Expert commentary also reinforces the model’s focused character and enthusiast appeal.

• Owners rate the Subaru WRX STI between 4.33 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied more to condition and prior use than to the model’s core appeal, so a careful inspection and history check matter a lot.

What should I look for when buying a used Subaru WRX STI?

Across all model years, at 63.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist and rear cross-traffic alert on the Limited trim
• Infotainment: 7-inch Starlink touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 16 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 18 mpg combined

Which Subaru WRX STI trim should I buy?

The 2021 Subaru WRX STI offers these trims:

• WRX STI: The entry trim brings 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in summer performance tires, LED headlights that move with the steering wheel, quad-tip exhaust, heated side mirrors, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift handle, keyless access with pushbutton start, Ultrasuede and leather-trimmed upholstery, and a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Limited: The best-value trim adds a power moonroof, Recaro sport bucket front seats, eight-way power-adjustability for the driver’s seat, Harman Kardon premium stereo, Starlink navigation, and available blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist and rear cross-traffic alert.

What Subaru WRX STI do most buyers choose?

The Subaru WRX STI years with the most listings are 2020, 2019, and 2018.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right color, mileage, and condition. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and more accessible pricing.

What is the Subaru WRX STI's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The changes are generally small for several years, while one older year is ticking up slightly.

The 2015, 2016, and 2021 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2016, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Subaru WRX STI safe?

• 2021: 5/10
• 2020: 7/10

The Limited trim adds blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist and rear cross-traffic alert.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Subaru WRX STI now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2020 model is at −2.04% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −6.09%.
• Deal availability: The 2020 model has 31% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 29.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $30,723. The Subaru WRX STI offers a rally-bred driving character that makes it feel special every time you get behind the wheel.

If you're buying used today, the 2020 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.