Used Subaru WRX STI for SaleNationwide

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 $26,516, and its nationwide average reached a low of $25,023 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 a strong all-generations owner rating, and it has a clear identity that resonates with enthusiasts.

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, powerful engine, and exceptional all-wheel-drive capability. They also highlight the engaging driving experience and the enjoyable sound of the engine, which help give the car its distinctive 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 technology, especially in the more recent expert-tested years.

27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru WRX STI models reliable?

Owners consistently give the WRX STI very strong marks, and the car’s rally-bred formula is a big part of its appeal. Expert reviews also reinforce its focused performance character and all-wheel-drive confidence.

• 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.

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

Across all model years, at 63.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: The Limited adds blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist and rear cross-traffic alert.
• 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:

• base: This trim includes 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, a 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: This is the best-value trim if you want the most complete feature set. It 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.

What Subaru WRX STI do most buyers choose?

The Subaru WRX STI years with the most listings are 2020, 2019, and 2021.

Higher-volume years usually draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the years buyers cross-shop most often when looking for a balance of price and availability.

What is the Subaru WRX STI's resale value?

Most model years in this set are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A couple of years are rising, so the market is not moving in one direction across the board. The smallest changes are clustered close to flat, which suggests some years are staying relatively steady while others are adjusting more noticeably.

The 2016, 2017, and 2021 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2018, 2015, 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

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 −2.8% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −5.07%.
• Deal availability: The 2020 model has 31.2% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 31.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $29,957. The Subaru WRX STI offers a focused, rally-bred driving character that makes it especially appealing if you want a performance sedan with real enthusiast appeal.

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 October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.