AWD sedan manual
$48,890 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
Subaru
2026 Subaru WRX
Performance sedan
On sale nowPetrol
From $48,890 plus on-road costs
The VB-series WRX has been on sale in Australia since 2022 and remains one of the last turbo AWD sports sedans with a six-speed manual on the menu.
From$48,890+ORC
Engine2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
Power202 kW
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the WRX yet. On paper, manual cars lose the full EyeSight stack. If you want both the manual and the modern driver assistance suite, you cannot have it.
Why consider it
- Symmetrical AWD turbo sedan with a six-speed manual still on the menu in 2026, almost unique at the price.
- The Sportswagon body offers 492 L of boot with the same drivetrain.
What to know
- 9.9 L/100 km combined on the manual is thirsty for the output.
- Full EyeSight ADAS suite is only available on Sport Lineartronic CVT cars, so the manual misses some active safety kit.
Who it suits
Manual loyalists, daily-driver enthusiasts and Sportswagon hunters who want a fast all-weather AWD turbo with a usable boot. The manual RS sedan is the analogue pick, the tS Sportswagon is the family hauler.
Small families
Practical everyday space
Adventurers
AWD with real capability
Keen drivers
202 kW on tap
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
Powertrain
202 kW, 350 Nm
5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
9 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD sedan manual | $48,890 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD | |
| AWD sedan CVT | $51,390 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD | |
| AWD RS sedan manual | $54,190 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD | |
| AWD RS sedan CVT | $56,690 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD | |
| AWD GT Sportswagon CVT | $58,490 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD | |
| AWD tS Spec B sedan manual | $62,190 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD | |
| AWD tS sedan CVT | $62,190 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD | |
| AWD Club Spec Evo sedan manual (limited, 75 units) | $63,190 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD | |
| AWD tS Sportswagon CVT | $63,990 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 202 kW | AWD |
AWD sedan CVT
$51,390 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
AWD RS sedan manual
$54,190 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
AWD RS sedan CVT
$56,690 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
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AWD GT Sportswagon CVT
$58,490 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
AWD tS Spec B sedan manual
$62,190 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
AWD tS sedan CVT
$62,190 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
AWD Club Spec Evo sedan manual (limited, 75 units)
$63,190 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
AWD tS Sportswagon CVT
$63,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 202 kW
- Drive
- AWD
Practicality and safety
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2022
AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a hot hatch (Civic Type R, Golf R), a longer warranty (Korean rivals at 5 years still match, but Kia Stinger replacements run further), or sharper rivals on power (Type R and Golf R both make 235 kW).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Subaru WRX in Australia?
Pricing opens at $48,890 plus on-roads for the AWD sedan manual and tops out at $63,990 plus on-roads for the AWD tS Sportswagon CVT, across 9 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
Does the Subaru WRX come with a manual gearbox?
Yes. The base AWD sedan and the AWD RS sedan are available with a six-speed manual. All other grades, including every Sportswagon, are CVT (Sport Lineartronic).
What is the difference between the WRX sedan and Sportswagon?
Same drivetrain, different body. The Sportswagon adds practicality with a 492 L boot (versus 411 L sedan) and is CVT-only in Australia.
What is the Subaru WRX warranty?
5 years unlimited km, with 12-month or 15,000 km service intervals.
The Subaru WRX in full
The VB-series WRX has been on sale in Australia since 2022 and remains one of the last turbo AWD sports sedans with a six-speed manual on the menu. Sedan and Sportswagon bodies, 202 kW 2.4-litre turbo boxer, Symmetrical AWD across the range.
From$48,890+ORC
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