Subaru WRX STI Sedan
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Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 · Stage 3vsSubaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 · Stage 2vsSubaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 · Stage 1vsSubaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5
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 Sedan 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.7 s
- Fastest top speed292 km/h181 mph
- Most powerful450 hp336 kW
- Highest torque543 Nm400 lb-ft
- Lightest1,525 kg3,362 lb
- Best power-to-weight295 hp/t220 kW/t3.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption14.8 L/100 km15.9 mpg US19.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption8.1 L/100 km29.0 mpg US34.9 mpg UK
- Best estimated range566 km352 mi
- Largest trunk368 L
- Best overall score78/100
- Best performance score82/100
- Best economy score78/100
- Best practicality score70/100
Specification comparison
| Model | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp |
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| Power | 450hp336kW+150 hp | 390hp291kW+90 hp | 354hp264kW+54 hp | 300hp224kW |
| Torque | 543Nm400lb-ft+193 Nm | 473Nm348lb-ft+123 Nm | 427Nm315lb-ft+77 Nm | 350Nm258lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,525kg3,362lb | 1,525kg3,362lb | 1,525kg3,362lb | 1,525kg3,362lb |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Calculated | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 45.0s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-12.5 s Calculated | 51.5s99% target: 287 km/h / 178 mph-6.1 s Calculated | 52.5s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-5.0 s Calculated | 57.5s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7s-1.3 s | 5.1s-0.9 s | 5.4s-0.6 s | 6.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 12.2s-6.1 s Calculated | 13.7s-4.6 s Calculated | 15.4s-2.9 s Calculated | 18.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.5s-1.3 s Calculated | 4.9s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 10.6L/100 km22.2mpg US26.6mpg UK | 10.6L/100 km22.2mpg US26.6mpg UK | 10.6L/100 km22.2mpg US26.6mpg UK | 10.6L/100 km22.2mpg US26.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.3s-1.6 s Calculated | 12.9s-1.1 s Calculated | 13.3s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 295hp/t220kW/t134hp/1000 lb Calculated | 256hp/t191kW/t116hp/1000 lb Calculated | 232hp/t173kW/t105hp/1000 lb Calculated | 197hp/t147kW/t89hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 356Nm/t238lb-ft/ton Calculated | 310Nm/t207lb-ft/ton Calculated | 280Nm/t187lb-ft/ton Calculated | 230Nm/t154lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 566km352mi Calculated | 566km352mi Calculated | 566km352mi Calculated | 566km352mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,457cc150cu in | 2,457cc150cu in | 2,457cc150cu in | 2,457cc150cu in |
| Length | 4,580mm180in | 4,580mm180in | 4,580mm180in | 4,580mm180in |
| Width | 1,795mm71in | 1,795mm71in | 1,795mm71in | 1,795mm71in |
| Height | 1,470mm58in | 1,470mm58in | 1,470mm58in | 1,470mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,625mm103in | 2,625mm103in | 2,625mm103in | 2,625mm103in |
| Front track | 1,530mm60in | 1,530mm60in | 1,530mm60in | 1,530mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,540mm61in | 1,540mm61in | 1,540mm61in | 1,540mm61in |
| Trunk volume | 368L | 368L | 368L | 368L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 60L | 60L | 60L | 60L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp: Power / Torque
- Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 2) 390 hp: Power / Torque
- Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 1) 354 hp: Power / Torque
- Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 300 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 6,200 rpm | 3,000-6,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 6,200 rpm | 3,000-6,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 6,200 rpm | 3,000-6,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 6,200 rpm | 3,000-6,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.2 s | 5.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 12.2 s | 13.7 s | 15.4 s | 18.2 s |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Likely limited | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.1 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.3 s | 8.7 s | 8.9 s | 9.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.5 s | 11.0 s | 11.3 s | 11.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.3 s | 12.9 s | 13.3 s | 13.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 202 km/h 125 mph | 194 km/h 120 mph | 185 km/h 115 mph | 175 km/h 109 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 450 hp 336 kW |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 390 hp 291 kW |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 354 hp 264 kW |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 300 hp 224 kW |
Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp has 150 hp more than Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 300 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 300 hp and Subaru WRX STI Sedan 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 STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 1,525 kg 3,362 lb |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 1,525 kg 3,362 lb |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 1,525 kg 3,362 lb |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 1,525 kg 3,362 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 4.7 s |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 5.1 s |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 5.4 s |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 6.0 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp and Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 300 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 2) 390 hp and Subaru WRX STI Sedan 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 STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 295 hp/t 220 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 232 hp/t 173 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 197 hp/t 147 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 566 km 352 mi |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 566 km 352 mi |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 566 km 352 mi |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 566 km 352 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 450 hp 336 kW | 4.7 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 390 hp 291 kW | 5.1 s | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 354 hp 264 kW | 5.4 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 300 hp 224 kW | 6.0 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp |
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| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (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 STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp |
| 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp |
| 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp |
| 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp |
| 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Subaru WRX STI Sedan 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 STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 5.1 s |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 6.0 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 STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | 295 hp/t 220 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | 232 hp/t 173 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | 197 hp/t 147 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 3)450 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 2)390 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5 (Stage 1)354 hp | SubaruWRX STI Sedan2.5300 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 450 hp 336 kW | 390 hp 291 kW | 354 hp 264 kW | 300 hp 224 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,525 kg 3,362 lb | 1,525 kg 3,362 lb | 1,525 kg 3,362 lb | 1,525 kg 3,362 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 566 km 352 mi | 566 km 352 mi | 566 km 352 mi | 566 km 352 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 368 L 13.0 cu ft | 368 L 13.0 cu ft | 368 L 13.0 cu ft | 368 L 13.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 295 hp/t 220 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 232 hp/t 173 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 197 hp/t 147 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp | Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 2) 390 hp | Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 1) 354 hp | Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 300 hp |
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| Consumption | 10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 18.55 LC100 km | 18.55 LC100 km | 18.55 LC100 km | 18.55 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 29.85 LC100 mi | 29.85 LC100 mi | 29.85 LC100 mi | 29.85 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,590 L420 US gal350 UK gal | 1,590 L420 US gal350 UK gal | 1,590 L420 US gal350 UK gal | 1,590 L420 US gal350 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,783 LC/year | 2,783 LC/year | 2,783 LC/year | 2,783 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 3) 450 hp
- Has 60 hp more
- Has 70 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 2 km/h (1 mph) higher top speed
- Has 39 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
Subaru WRX STI Sedan 2.5 (Stage 2) 390 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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