Used Subaru WRX STI for Sale nearVacaville, 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 $26,291, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $24,996 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 is a strong pick if you want a performance sedan with a loyal following and a clear enthusiast identity. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the WRX STI for its thrilling performance, powerful engine, engaging driving experience, and exceptional all-wheel-drive capability. The model also earns praise for its enjoyable engine sound and its fun, sporty character.

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

The main trade-offs that come up repeatedly are poor fuel economy, outdated technology, and a rough ride, especially in the more recent expert-reviewed years.

31.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru WRX STI models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the WRX STI’s strong performance, all-wheel-drive confidence, and engaging driving character. Across the model years in the data, it also earns high owner ratings, which supports its reputation as a car that delivers the experience enthusiasts want.

• Owners rate the Subaru WRX STI between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied closely to condition and maintenance history, so a careful inspection and service-record review matter a great deal.

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

Across all model years, at 64.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Limited trim adds blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist and rear cross-traffic alert.
• Infotainment: 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; Limited adds Starlink navigation and a Harman Kardon premium stereo system.
• 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:

• base: Comes with 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in summer performance tires, LED headlights that move with the steering wheel, quad-tip exhaust, heated side mirrors, manually adjustable front seats, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift handle, keyless access with pushbutton start, Ultrasuede and leather-trimmed upholstery, and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Limited: Adds a power moonroof, Recaro sport bucket front seats, eight-way power-adjustability for the driver’s seat, a Harman Kardon premium stereo system, and Starlink navigation. This is the best-value trim if you want the most complete feature set.

What Subaru WRX STI do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer a wider selection of listings and a familiar mix of performance, practicality, and enthusiast appeal. More inventory also gives you more chances to compare condition, mileage, and pricing.

What is the Subaru WRX STI's resale value?

Most model years in this set are moving down slightly, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A few years are essentially flat or edging up, showing that some WRX STI examples continue to command steady demand. Overall, the pattern points to a market where recent buyers can still find value without seeing dramatic price swings.

The 2015, 2017, and 2021 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2018, 2017, 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 −2.45% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −2.53%.
• Deal availability: The 2020 model has 31% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 30.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $29,524. The Subaru WRX STI offers a rally-inspired driving feel with standard all-wheel drive and a strong enthusiast identity.

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

How does the 2020 Subaru WRX STI compare to the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2020 Subaru WRX STI:

• Pros: Fun to drive, Manual transmission available, Standard all-wheel drive.
• Cons: Outdated technology.

2023 Toyota GR Corolla:

• Pros: Great handling, Standard all-wheel drive, Powerful engine.
• Cons: Potentially polarizing design, Noisy.

Our experts score the 2020 Subaru WRX STI 7.7/10 and the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla 7.3/10. The WRX STI leans into a more old-school enthusiast formula with a manual transmission and a fun-to-drive character. The GR Corolla brings strong handling and a powerful engine, while the STI counters with a lower used price and more listings.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.