Subaru WRX 0–60 Times
The Subaru WRX 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 42 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more.
The fastest tested production Subaru WRX is the 2019 Subaru WRX STI S209 Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.40 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.00 seconds at 107.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Subaru WRX is the 2018 Subaru WRX Premium Sedan, which took 6.20 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.50 seconds at 94.2 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Across the 42 verified production tests of the Subaru WRX, the average 0–60 mph time is 5.38 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.89 seconds at 100.35 mph.
Fastest 0–60 4.40sec 2019 STI S209 Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 5.38sec Across 42 production runs
Avg ¼ Mile 13.89sec @ 100.4 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 6.20sec 2018 Premium Sedan
Across 42 verified production runs, the Subaru WRX ranges from 4.40 to 6.20 seconds 0–60, with a 5.38-second average.
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Subaru WRX Performance Overview
Subaru’s WRX performance profile across 42 independently verified tests spanning 2013 to 2025 is defined by turbocharged, all-wheel-drive gasoline sedans and a steady shift in character across three generations. The sample opens with the GR/GV-era 2013 Special Edition Sedan, using the EJ255 turbo flat-four at 265 hp and reaching 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, establishing the early benchmark for this page’s range.
The VA generation (2015–2021) accounts for most recorded runs and marks the broadest spread in pace, as the WRX and STI split around the FA20F and EJ25/EJ257 engines with outputs from 268 to 341 hp. Early in that run, the 2015 STI Launch Edition cut 0-60 to 4.6 seconds, and the line peaked with the 2019 STI S209 Sedan’s 4.4-second 0-60 and 13.0-second quarter-mile at 107 mph. At the other end of the tested range, a 2018 Premium Sedan recorded 6.2 seconds to 60 mph.
Today, the VB generation (2022-present) moves to the 271-hp FA24F turbo flat-four. In current testing, its best result is the 2022 GT Sedan’s 5.4-second 0-60, with TR, tS, and Limited trims clustering behind it. As measured here, the WRX now sits as a consistently quick, gasoline-only turbo sedan rather than chasing the VA generation’s STI peak.
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Subaru WRX 0–60 Times by Generation: GR/GV to VB
3 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VB | 2022–present | 5.80s | 5.40s — 2022 GT Sedan | 10 | The VB generation (2022–present) averaged 5.80 seconds to 60 mph across 10 production tests, led by the 2022 GT Sedan at 5.40 seconds. Output was 271 hp across 2.4L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
| VA | 2015–2021 | 5.27s | 4.40s — 2019 STI S209 Sedan | 31 | The VA generation (2015–2021) averaged 5.27 seconds to 60 mph across 31 production tests, led by the 2019 STI S209 Sedan at 4.40 seconds. Output ranged from 268 to 341 hp across 2.0L Turbo F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
| GR/GV | 2008–2014 | 4.70s | 4.70s — 2013 Special Edition Sedan | 1 | The GR/GV generation (2008–2014) averaged 4.70 seconds to 60 mph across 1 production tests, led by the 2013 Special Edition Sedan at 4.70 seconds. Output was 265 hp across 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
VB 2022–present
Avg 0–60 5.80s
Fastest 5.40s
Tests 10
2022 GT Sedan
The VB generation (2022–present) averaged 5.80 seconds to 60 mph across 10 production tests, led by the 2022 GT Sedan at 5.40 seconds. Output was 271 hp across 2.4L Turbo F-4 configurations.
VA 2015–2021
Avg 0–60 5.27s
Fastest 4.40s
Tests 31
2019 STI S209 Sedan
The VA generation (2015–2021) averaged 5.27 seconds to 60 mph across 31 production tests, led by the 2019 STI S209 Sedan at 4.40 seconds. Output ranged from 268 to 341 hp across 2.0L Turbo F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations.
GR/GV 2008–2014
Avg 0–60 4.70s
Fastest 4.70s
Tests 1
2013 Special Edition Sedan
The GR/GV generation (2008–2014) averaged 4.70 seconds to 60 mph across 1 production tests, led by the 2013 Special Edition Sedan at 4.70 seconds. Output was 265 hp across 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations.
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Subaru WRX 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
42 production tests · 8 years ▾
2025 Subaru WRX
2 production runs Avg 0–60 5.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.05 sec
Production Tests 2
#25
2025 Subaru WRX tS Sedan
5.60sec 0–60
14.00s ¼ mi @ 99.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 5.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 99.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.4L Turbo F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 271 hp
- Torque
- 258 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,440 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 12.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 19 C / 26 H / 21 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #25 of 42 production runs
#33
2025 Subaru WRX tS Sedan
5.80sec 0–60
14.10s ¼ mi @ 98.4 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 98.4 mph
- Engine
- 2.4L Turbo F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 271 hp
- Torque
- 258 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,440 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 12.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 19 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #33 of 42 production runs
How we verify Subaru WRX performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Subaru WRX trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Subaru WRX 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Subaru WRX performance FAQs
10 questions The 2025 Subaru WRX tS Sedan runs 0-60 mph in 5.6 to 5.8 seconds across recorded tests. Both current-year runs are stock AWD sedans with the 271-hp turbocharged FA24F engine. Quarter-mile results for the 2025 tS land at 14.0 to 14.1 seconds, with trap speeds from 98.4 to 99 mph.
The quickest WRX on record is the 2019 Subaru STI S209 Sedan, which reaches 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. It also owns the best quarter-mile result for the model at 13.0 seconds at 107 mph. That makes the S209 the outright performance leader across all 42 verified WRX tests.
The fastest stock Subaru WRX is also the 2019 STI S209 Sedan, with a 0-60 mph time of 4.4 seconds. Since all 42 WRX tests are production vehicles, there is no modified result to separate from the stock ranking. The same S209 also posts the quickest quarter-mile at 13.0 seconds at 107 mph.
The VB-generation Subaru WRX, covering 2022 and newer models, averages 5.8 seconds from 0-60 mph across 10 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 5.4 seconds from the 2022 GT Sedan. Current VB cars use a turbocharged gasoline setup, and the generation’s horsepower range is recorded at 271 hp.
The VA-generation WRX, sold from 2015 to 2021, averages 5.27 seconds from 0-60 mph across 31 tests. Its fastest result is the 2019 STI S209 Sedan at 4.4 seconds, which is also the quickest WRX overall. Recorded output for this generation ranges from 268 to 341 hp, all from turbocharged gasoline models.
The GR/GV-generation WRX, covering 2008 to 2014, has a recorded 0-60 mph time of 4.7 seconds. That result comes from the 2013 Special Edition Sedan, which is also the fastest trim logged for the generation. On record, this generation appears with 265 hp and a turbocharged gasoline powertrain.
The quickest VB WRX trim on record is the 2022 GT Sedan, with a 0-60 mph time of 5.4 seconds. Across the full VB generation, the average 0-60 time is 5.8 seconds from 10 tests. That places the GT ahead of other current-generation WRX trims in straight-line acceleration.
The WRX GT is quicker on record. The best GT Sedan run reaches 60 mph in 5.4 seconds, while the best tS Sedan run does it in 5.6 seconds. Their average times are tied closely, with both trim patterns averaging 5.7 seconds, but the GT holds the lower best-case result.
The Premium Sedan is quicker than the Limited Sedan in the recorded WRX results. Premium models average 5.41 seconds to 60 mph and have a best run of 4.8 seconds. Limited models average 5.82 seconds, with a best of 5.5 seconds. Premium also has the larger sample size, with 12 tests versus 5.
Across all 42 Subaru WRX tests, the average quarter-mile time is 13.89 seconds at 100.4 mph. The quickest WRX quarter-mile on record belongs to the 2019 STI S209 Sedan at 13.0 seconds and 107 mph. For the current 2025 WRX tS, quarter-mile results are 14.0 and 14.1 seconds.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Subaru WRX can do, not a single marketing claim.
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