Negotiating leverage
43
moderate leverage / 100
~59 days of national supply and listings typically ~1% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 Subaru WRX Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$23,286
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$14,999$31,998
- Typical market range
- $21,264–$25,753
- Ridekick fair price
- $23,286
- Original MSRP range
- $27,495–$32,095
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
59
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Subaru WRX.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$25,295–$26,395
Estimated dealer invoice — about $27,495 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $21,816 | $27,495 | $25,295–$26,395 |
| Premium | $23,634 | $30,045 | $27,641–$28,843 |
| Limited | $25,570 | $32,095 | $29,527–$30,811 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$20,994$26,956$32,917
Fair priceBase
$21,816
Base: fair price $21,816, original MSRP $27,495, estimated dealer cost $25,295 to $26,395.
Premium
$23,634
Premium: fair price $23,634, original MSRP $30,045, estimated dealer cost $27,641 to $28,843.
Limited
$25,570
Limited: fair price $25,570, original MSRP $32,095, estimated dealer cost $29,527 to $30,811.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Subaru WRX runs about $23,597 in MT to $25,856 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,688 | $110+ | $25,084 |
| TX | $1,455 | $332 | $25,073 |
| FL | $1,397 | $1,074+ | $25,757 |
| NY | $931 | $371 | $24,588 |
| PA | $1,397 | $587 | $25,270 |
| IL | $1,455 | $683 | $25,424 |
| OH | $1,339 | $444 | $25,069 |
| GA | $1,630 | $637 | $25,553 |
| NC | $699 | $793 | $24,778 |
| WA | $1,514 | $215+ | $25,015 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $23,811 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
18
MPG city
24
MPG highway
21
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Subaru WRX configuration (Premium).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2021 Subaru WRX.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.
Campaign 22V522000 · 21/07/2022
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Subaru WRX?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $23,286, within a typical market range of $21,264 to $25,753.
Is the 2021 Subaru WRX cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $27,495, so a fair used price is roughly $4,209 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Subaru WRX?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $23,597 in MT to $25,856 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Subaru WRX?
There are about 59 days of national market supply for the 2021 Subaru WRX — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Subaru WRX.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Subaru WRX?
Negotiating leverage rates 43/100 (moderate). ~59 days of national supply and listings typically ~1% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Subaru WRX?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $25,295–$26,395 — its $27,495 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.