Negotiating leverage
49
moderate leverage / 100
~74 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2026 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
$37,584
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$29,495$44,899
- Typical market range
- $34,530–$39,992
- Ridekick fair price
- $37,584
- Original MSRP range
- $32,495–$44,995
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
6 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
74
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2026 Subaru WRX.
Manufacturer programs
Factory offers near you
See current cash, financing, and lease programs for a 2026 Subaru WRX. They can vary by ZIP and are separate from Ridekick's Real Price.
Programs stay separate so you can compare their terms without a misleading combined total.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$29,895–$31,195
Estimated dealer invoice — about $32,495 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $33,760 | $33,995 | $31,275–$32,635 |
| Base | $33,998 | $32,495 | $29,895–$31,195 |
| Sport-Tech | $38,062 | $43,595 | $40,107–$41,851 |
| Limited | $38,518 | $39,995 | $36,795–$38,395 |
| tS | $42,724 | $44,995 | $41,395–$43,195 |
| gt | — | $44,995 | $41,395–$43,195 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$28,687$37,445$46,203
Fair pricePremium
$33,760
Premium: fair price $33,760, original MSRP $33,995, estimated dealer cost $31,275 to $32,635.
Base
$33,998
Base: fair price $33,998, original MSRP $32,495, estimated dealer cost $29,895 to $31,195.
Sport-Tech
$38,062
Sport-Tech: fair price $38,062, original MSRP $43,595, estimated dealer cost $40,107 to $41,851.
Limited
$38,518
Limited: fair price $38,518, original MSRP $39,995, estimated dealer cost $36,795 to $38,395.
tS
$42,724
tS: fair price $42,724, original MSRP $44,995, estimated dealer cost $41,395 to $43,195.
gt
—
gt: fair price not available, original MSRP $44,995, estimated dealer cost $41,395 to $43,195.
Some fair prices are above the original MSRP. MSRP is the original sticker price for the same trim; a current used-market estimate can be higher. This reflects today’s comparable listings—not a dealer quote.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2026 Subaru WRX runs about $38,140 in MT to $41,363 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 | $2,743 | $110+ | $40,682 |
| TX | $2,364 | $332 | $40,525 |
| FL | $2,270 | $1,074+ | $41,173 |
| NY | $1,513 | $371 | $39,713 |
| PA | $2,270 | $587 | $40,686 |
| IL | $2,364 | $683 | $40,876 |
| OH | $2,175 | $444 | $40,448 |
| GA | $2,648 | $637 | $41,114 |
| NC | $1,135 | $793 | $39,757 |
| WA | $2,459 | $215+ | $40,503 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $38,354 |
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
25
MPG highway
21
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2026 Subaru WRX configuration (Premium).
What the experts say
8.0/ 10
Based on 2 expert reviews from 2 sources
Based on analysis of 2 professional reviews, the 2026 Subaru WRX earns an expert score of 80. Reviewers consistently praise its Standard all-wheel drive, Manual transmission available, Rally-bred heritage. However, some note concerns about Has lost some of its edge and not fuel efficient considering its size. This consensus represents the collective professional opinion from leading automotive publications.
Strengths
- Standard all-wheel drive
- Manual transmission available
- Rally-bred heritage
- STI-tuned tS model
- Comfortable and stable ride
Watch-outs
- Has lost some of its edge
- not fuel efficient considering its size
- where’s the epic exhaust note?
- Lamentable fuel economy
- Lacks character
What reviewers highlight — aggregated from professional automotive publications.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2026 Subaru WRX?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $37,584, within a typical market range of $34,530 to $39,992.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2026 Subaru WRX?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $38,140 in MT to $41,363 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2026 Subaru WRX?
There are about 74 days of national market supply for the 2026 Subaru WRX — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2026 Subaru WRX.
How much can you negotiate on a 2026 Subaru WRX?
Negotiating leverage rates 49/100 (moderate). ~74 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2026 Subaru WRX?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $29,895–$31,195 — its $32,495 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
Is the 2026 Subaru WRX a good car?
Based on analysis of 2 professional reviews, the 2026 Subaru WRX earns an expert score of 80. Reviewers consistently praise its Standard all-wheel drive, Manual transmission available, Rally-bred heritage. However, some note concerns about Has lost some of its edge and not fuel efficient considering
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 9/16/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.