Used 2023 Subaru WRX for Sale nearSan Bernardino, CA

How much does the 2023 Subaru WRX cost?

Prices have softened 1.42% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,267 listings available, which suggests you have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2023 Subaru WRX a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Subaru WRX earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.67/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Safety.

The WRX stands out as a rally-inspired compact sport sedan with a performance-focused personality, sharp handling, and available manual transmission. It also keeps its all-wheel-drive identity, which helps it fit buyers who want an enthusiast car that still works as a daily driver.

The trade-offs are clear: the technology is unintuitive, and it offers less cargo space than rivals. It also leans more toward driver engagement than everyday practicality.

Only 32.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so the market is selective rather than broadly discounted.

Is the 2023 Subaru WRX reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The WRX’s basic formula is straightforward: a turbocharged 2.4-liter engine, standard all-wheel drive, and a manual transmission option. That kind of setup can be appealing if you want a durable-feeling performance sedan with a simple enthusiast focus.

Its performance character is described as competent and predictable, and the cabin is presented as basic but likely to hold up to years of use. Subaru also backs it with a three-year, 36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year, 60,000-mile powertrain warranty.

If you buy used, the biggest long-term ownership risk is paying for a performance car that may have been driven hard, so condition and maintenance history matter.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Subaru WRX?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 87.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a documented history. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially on cars with modified parts, aggressive tire wear, or signs of hard use. Focus on overall condition, since the WRX’s enthusiast appeal can mean some examples have seen more spirited driving than average.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base models get 17-inch wheels, while other WRX trims get 18-inch wheels and the larger 11.6-inch touchscreen. GT models add Recaro Performance Design front seats, eight-way power adjustment for the driver’s seat, and Ultrasuede upholstery for the front seats and dashboard cover.
• Powertrain: The WRX uses a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engine with 271 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual is standard, and the Subaru Performance Transmission is optional on the base, Premium, and Limited trims.
• Safety package: Subaru’s EyeSight system is available only with the CVT and adds adaptive cruise control, automated lane-centering, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, reverse automatic braking, and steering-responsive headlights are also available.
• Infotainment: Base models get dual 7-inch touchscreens, while Premium and higher trims get an 11.6-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
• Fuel efficiency: The manual transmission is rated at 22 mpg combined (19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway), while the CVT is rated at 21 mpg combined (19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway).

Which 2023 Subaru WRX trim should I buy?

The 2023 Subaru WRX is offered in 4 trim levels: base, Premium, Limited, and GT.

Here's the short version:

• base: This is the value play if you want the WRX formula at the lowest entry point. You still get the turbocharged engine, standard all-wheel drive, a manual transmission, and the car’s core performance character, but you give up the larger touchscreen and some of the richer cabin and convenience upgrades found higher up the range.
• Premium: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds the 11.6-inch portrait touchscreen and keeps the WRX’s enthusiast hardware intact. If you want a more modern-feeling cabin without jumping to the pricier luxury-leaning trims, this is the sweet spot.
• Limited: This trim builds on the Premium with more equipment and also unlocks the better headlights mentioned in the safety content. It makes sense if you want a more polished daily driver and are willing to pay for the added comfort and lighting upgrades.
• GT: This is the top trim and the one for you if you want the most hardware and the most upscale cabin treatment. It adds the Recaro Performance Design front seats, Ultrasuede upholstery, electronically controlled dampers, and drive mode select, but it also carries the highest price and the least value-oriented positioning.

The safety package is only available with the CVT, so if driver-assistance tech matters most, make sure the trim and transmission combination matches what you want.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Subaru WRX?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop carefully without expecting huge discounts everywhere.

• Deal availability: 32.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,267 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 1.42% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 87.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $27,233, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Subaru WRX's resale value?

The current average of $28,434 sits slightly below last year's $28,843.

That softer pricing suggests the WRX is not in a rising-price cycle right now, which can help you as a buyer but may temper near-term resale gains if you plan to sell soon. For a future seller, the current trend points to a market that is still willing to pay for the WRX’s enthusiast appeal, but not enough to push values above last year’s level.

If you keep the car in clean condition and avoid heavy modification, you should be in a better position when it’s time to resell. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Subaru WRX safe?

The 2023 Subaru WRX earns top "Good" scores in all crash tests completed so far from IIHS, and it earns five-star ratings in frontal, side, and rollover crash tests from NHTSA.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Subaru’s EyeSight safety system is the key driver-assistance suite, and it adds adaptive cruise control, automated lane-centering, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning. It is only available with the CVT, so manual-transmission shoppers miss out on that package.

The standard headlights were rated "Acceptable," while the headlights available on Limited and GT models got the "Good" rating. That makes the higher trims more appealing if lighting performance matters to you.

Should I buy a 2023 Subaru WRX or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 32.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 87.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 1.42% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 model carries over without changes, so you get the established fourth-generation formula with the same performance-focused character.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $26,218, the 2022 costs less than the current year's $28,434 average.
• It is an evolutionary update that sharpened the powertrain, suspension, and technology.

The bottom line: If you want the newer model-year pricing context and the same core WRX formula, the 2023 is the cleaner choice. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2022 is the better value path because it delivers much of the same performance-and-practicality mix for less money.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.