About the Subaru WRX
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2012 Subaru WRX's used prices in Australia typically range from $16,800 for the (awd) variant and topping out at $27,700 for the STI Spec R (awd).
There are 5 variants of the WRX available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2012.
Engine options include 2.5L turbo petrol (195kW/343Nm). Available with 5 speed manual, 5 speed automatic tiptronic or 6 speed manual transmissions. All variants feature all-wheel drive.
The 2012 WRX was offered with a 3 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
2012 Subaru WRX Price
4d Sedan
| Variant 1 | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| CLUB SPEC (AWD) | $17,400 | $17,400 |
| (AWD) | $17,600 | $17,600 |
| STi (AWD) | $19,200 | $19,200 |
| PREMIUM (AWD) | $19,400 | $19,400 |
| STi SPEC R (AWD) | $23,800 | $27,700 |
5d Hatchback
| Variant 1 | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| (AWD) | $16,800 | $16,800 |
| PREMIUM (AWD) | $19,400 | $19,400 |
| STi (AWD) | $21,600 | $25,200 |
| STi SPEC R (AWD) | $27,700 | $27,700 |
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2012 Subaru WRX Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2012 Subaru WRX Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Subaru WRX
The most fuel efficient Subaru WRX is the PREMIUM (AWD) with a 5 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 2.5L TURBO MPFI and uses 10.4L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Subaru WRX that uses the most amount of fuel is the (AWD) with a 5 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 2.5L TURBO MPFI and uses 10.7L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
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| Subaru WRX | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| (AWD) | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 10.7 L/100km |
| CLUB SPEC (AWD) | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 10.7 L/100km |
| PREMIUM (AWD) | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 10.4 L/100km |
| STi (AWD) | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 10.6 L/100km |
| STi SPEC R (AWD) | Premium Unleaded Petrol | 10.5 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Subaru WRX?
You should service yourWRX at your authorised Subaru dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the WRX's warranty.
2012 Subaru WRX Warranty
What is the warranty on a Subaru WRX?
The Subaru WRX offers a 3 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Subaru WRX FAQs
The cheapest Subaru WRX is the (AWD) that starts from $16,800.
The most expensive Subaru WRX is the STi SPEC R (AWD) that starts from $27,700.
The best towing capacity of a Subaru WRX is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: (AWD), CLUB SPEC (AWD), PREMIUM (AWD), STi (AWD) and STi SPEC R (AWD).
The largest Subaru WRX is the STi (AWD) which measures 1795mm wide, 4580mm in length and sits 1470mm tall.
The most powerful Subaru WRX is the STi (AWD) which has 221kW of power from its 2.5L TURBO MPFI engine.
The Subaru WRX is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Subaru WRX is the STi (AWD) which weighs 1980 kg (kerb weight).
The Subaru WRX uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.