Subaru WRX STI · Facelift 2018
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Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Comparison overview
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Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.0 s
- Fastest top speed298 km/h185 mph
- Most powerful450 hp336 kW
- Highest torque631 Nm465 lb-ft
- Lightest1,566 kg3,452 lb
- Best power-to-weight287 hp/t214 kW/t3.5 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption11.2 L/100 km21.0 mpg US25.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption15.4 L/100 km15.3 mpg US18.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption8.7 L/100 km27.0 mpg US32.5 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions259 g/km
- Best estimated range536 km333 mi
- Largest trunk460 L
- Best overall score82/100
- Best performance score86/100
- Best economy score77/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp |
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| Power | 450hp336kW+150 hp | 390hp291kW+90 hp | 354hp264kW+54 hp | 300hp224kW |
| Torque | 631Nm465lb-ft+224 Nm | 549Nm405lb-ft+142 Nm | 497Nm366lb-ft+90 Nm | 407Nm300lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,566kg3,452lb | 1,566kg3,452lb | 1,566kg3,452lb | 1,566kg3,452lb |
| Gross weight | 2,000kg4,409lb | 2,000kg4,409lb | 2,000kg4,409lb | 2,000kg4,409lb |
| Top speed | 298 km/h 185 mph | 286 km/h 178 mph | 278 km/h 173 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 39.8s99% target: 295 km/h / 183 mph-8.4 s Calculated | 43.7s99% target: 283 km/h / 176 mph-4.5 s Calculated | 46.2s99% target: 275 km/h / 171 mph-2.0 s Calculated | 48.2s99% target: 252 km/h / 157 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.0s-1.2 s | 4.4s-0.8 s | 4.7s-0.5 s | 5.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 10.4s-5.6 s Calculated | 11.9s-4.1 s Calculated | 13.1s-3.0 s Calculated | 16.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.9s-1.1 s Calculated | 4.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.5s-0.5 s Calculated | 5.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 11.2L/100 km21mpg US25.2mpg UK | 11.2L/100 km21mpg US25.2mpg UK | 11.2L/100 km21mpg US25.2mpg UK | 11.2L/100 km21mpg US25.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 15.4L/100 km15.3mpg US18.3mpg UK | 15.4L/100 km15.3mpg US18.3mpg UK | 15.4L/100 km15.3mpg US18.3mpg UK | 15.4L/100 km15.3mpg US18.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 12.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 12.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 287hp/t214kW/t130hp/1000 lb Calculated | 249hp/t186kW/t113hp/1000 lb Calculated | 226hp/t169kW/t103hp/1000 lb Calculated | 192hp/t143kW/t87hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 403Nm/t270lb-ft/ton Calculated | 351Nm/t235lb-ft/ton Calculated | 317Nm/t212lb-ft/ton Calculated | 260Nm/t174lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 536km333mi Calculated | 536km333mi Calculated | 536km333mi Calculated | 536km333mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,457cc150cu in | 2,457cc150cu in | 2,457cc150cu in | 2,457cc150cu in |
| Length | 4,595mm181in | 4,595mm181in | 4,595mm181in | 4,595mm181in |
| Width | 1,795mm71in | 1,795mm71in | 1,795mm71in | 1,795mm71in |
| Height | 1,475mm58in | 1,475mm58in | 1,475mm58in | 1,475mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,650mm104in | 2,650mm104in | 2,650mm104in | 2,650mm104in |
| Front track | 1,530mm60in | 1,530mm60in | 1,530mm60in | 1,530mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,540mm61in | 1,540mm61in | 1,540mm61in | 1,540mm61in |
| Ground clearance | 135mm5in | 135mm5in | 135mm5in | 135mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 460L | 460L | 460L | 460L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 60L | 60L | 60L | 60L |
| CO2 emissions | 259g/km | 259g/km | 259g/km | 259g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp: Power / Torque
- Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 2) 390 hp: Power / Torque
- Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 1) 354 hp: Power / Torque
- Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 300 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 6,000 rpm | 4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 6,000 rpm | 4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 6,000 rpm | 4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 6,000 rpm | 4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.9 s | 4.2 s | 4.5 s | 5.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.0 s | 4.4 s | 4.7 s | 5.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 10.4 s | 11.9 s | 13.1 s | 16.0 s |
| Top speed | 298 km/h 185 mph | 286 km/h 178 mph | 278 km/h 173 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.4 s | 5.6 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.8 s | 8.2 s | 8.4 s | 8.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.9 s | 10.3 s | 10.6 s | 11.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.6 s | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 13.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 213 km/h 132 mph | 202 km/h 125 mph | 195 km/h 121 mph | 183 km/h 113 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 450 hp 336 kW |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 390 hp 291 kW |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 354 hp 264 kW |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 300 hp 224 kW |
Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp has 150 hp more than Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 300 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 300 hp and Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp: 150 hp (112 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 631 Nm 465 lb-ft |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 549 Nm 405 lb-ft |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 497 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 407 Nm 300 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 1,566 kg 3,452 lb |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 1,566 kg 3,452 lb |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 1,566 kg 3,452 lb |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 1,566 kg 3,452 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 298 km/h 185 mph |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 286 km/h 178 mph |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 255 km/h 158 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 4.0 s |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 4.4 s |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 4.7 s |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 5.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp and Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 300 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 2) 390 hp and Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 1) 354 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 287 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 249 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 536 km 333 mi |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 536 km 333 mi |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 536 km 333 mi |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 536 km 333 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 450 hp 336 kW | 4.0 s | 298 km/h 185 mph |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 390 hp 291 kW | 4.4 s | 286 km/h 178 mph |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 354 hp 264 kW | 4.7 s | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 300 hp 224 kW | 5.2 s | 255 km/h 158 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp |
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp |
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp |
| 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp |
| 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp |
| 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp |
| 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 4.0 s |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 4.4 s |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 287 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 249 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | SubaruWRX STIFacelift 20182.5300 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 450 hp 336 kW | 390 hp 291 kW | 354 hp 264 kW | 300 hp 224 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 631 Nm 465 lb-ft | 549 Nm 405 lb-ft | 497 Nm 366 lb-ft | 407 Nm 300 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.0 s | 4.4 s | 4.7 s | 5.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 298 km/h 185 mph | 286 km/h 178 mph | 278 km/h 173 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,566 kg 3,452 lb | 1,566 kg 3,452 lb | 1,566 kg 3,452 lb | 1,566 kg 3,452 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 536 km 333 mi | 536 km 333 mi | 536 km 333 mi | 536 km 333 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 259 g/km | 259 g/km | 259 g/km | 259 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 460 L 16.2 cu ft | 460 L 16.2 cu ft | 460 L 16.2 cu ft | 460 L 16.2 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 287 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 249 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp | Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 2) 390 hp | Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 1) 354 hp | Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 300 hp |
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| Consumption | 11.2 L/100 km21 mpg US25.2 mpg UK | 11.2 L/100 km21 mpg US25.2 mpg UK | 11.2 L/100 km21 mpg US25.2 mpg UK | 11.2 L/100 km21 mpg US25.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 19.60 LC100 km | 19.60 LC100 km | 19.60 LC100 km | 19.60 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 31.54 LC100 mi | 31.54 LC100 mi | 31.54 LC100 mi | 31.54 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,680 L444 US gal370 UK gal | 1,680 L444 US gal370 UK gal | 1,680 L444 US gal370 UK gal | 1,680 L444 US gal370 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,940 LC/year | 2,940 LC/year | 2,940 LC/year | 2,940 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp
- Has 60 hp more
- Has 81 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 38 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Subaru WRX STI Facelift 2018 2.5 (Stage 2) 390 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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