{"id":108182,"date":"2023-12-22T12:53:59","date_gmt":"2023-12-22T12:53:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/?p=108182"},"modified":"2023-12-22T12:54:01","modified_gmt":"2023-12-22T12:54:01","slug":"subaru-wrx-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/subaru-wrx-history\/","title":{"rendered":"Car History: Subaru WRX"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#h-first-generation-subaru-wrx-1992-1999\">First Generation (1992 &#8211; 1999)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-second-generation-subaru-wrx-2000-2006\">Second Generation (2000 &#8211; 2006)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-third-generation-subaru-wrx-2007-2013\">Third Generation (2007 &#8211; 2013)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-fourth-generation-subaru-wrx-2014-2021\">Fourth Generation (2014 &#8211; 2021)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-fifth-generation-subaru-wrx-2022-present\">Fifth Generation (2022 &#8211; Present)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Subaru WRX, with its distinctive blue and gold livery, has become a global phenomenon since its debut in Japan in 1992. The three letters \u2018WRX\u2019 stand for World Rally Experimental, reflecting Subaru&#8217;s serious entry into the world of rallying. Over the years, the WRX has not only dominated the rally scene but has also become a beloved road car, capturing the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide. Let\u2019s explore the rich history of the Subaru WRX.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-history-of-subaru-wrx\">History of Subaru WRX<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for its distinctive boxer engine, symmetrical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/awd-in-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">all-wheel-drive system<\/a> and rally-bred heritage, the WRX has captivated enthusiasts since its origin.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s go through the detailed journey of the Subaru WRX over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-first-generation-subaru-wrx-1992-1999\">First-generation Subaru WRX (1992 &#8211; 1999)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"First generation Subaru WRX released in 1992\" class=\"wp-image-108320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22070816\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-1-22-12-23-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Subaru WRX debuted in the World Rally Championship in 1992<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The first-generation Subaru WRX featured a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged &#8216;boxer&#8217; engine, delivering 237 horsepower at 6,000 RPM and 179 Nm of torque at 3,500 RPM. Moreover, the WRX could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds with a top speed of 89 kmh. The symmetrical all-wheel drive system, paired with the engine, set the stage for the WRX&#8217;s success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, initially, the Subaru WRX was to be named \u2018Loyale\u2019, however, it took the name <strong>\u2018Impreza\u2019<\/strong> right before its release. The Subaru Impreza WRX made its entry into the World Rally Championship (WRC) in 1992.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1995, with legendary driver <strong>Colin McRae<\/strong> at the wheel, Subaru claimed both the constructors&#8217; and drivers&#8217; championships, solidifying the Impreza WRX&#8217;s place in rallying history. The blue and gold colours of Subaru became synonymous with rally racing for a generation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout its evolution, the Impreza WRX underwent exterior enhancements and interior redesigns, notably in the 1997 and 1998 model years. In 1998, the performance-focused 2.5RS debuted, showcasing a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre engine, upgraded braking performance and enhanced styling cues. Subsequent updates in the 1999 model year included a refreshed front bumper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-second-generation-subaru-wrx-2000-2006\">Second-generation Subaru WRX (2000 &#8211; 2006)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"second-generation Subaru WRX released in 2000\" class=\"wp-image-108326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071119\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-3-22-12-23-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The second-generation Subaru WRX was introduced with the iconic bug-eye highlight design<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The second-generation WRX, launched in 2000, was slightly larger than its predecessor. It introduced the iconic &#8216;bug-eye&#8217; headlights which became its distinctive design feature.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine received upgrades and Subaru introduced the even more potent WRX STI variant. It continued the model&#8217;s rally success and garnered a strong fanbase worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-third-generation-subaru-wrx-2007-2013\">Third-generation Subaru WRX (2007 &#8211; 2013)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"third-generation Subaru WRX released in 2017\" class=\"wp-image-108325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071016\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-2-22-12-23-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The third-generation Subaru WRX featured a 2.5-litre engine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The third-generation Subaru Impreza WRX was launched in 2007 at the New York Auto Show. It was the last to offer a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/reasons-buying-hatchbacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hatchback<\/a> body style, followed by a four-door sedan. The new generation Subaru WRX featured a more aggressive design and a larger 2.5-litre turbocharged engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the Subaru WRX history featured many changes in its third-generation. These features included a slightly elongated and widened body, coupled with an extended <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/car-wheelbase\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car wheelbase<\/a>. Significant enhancements encompassed the adoption of MacPherson strut and double wishbone suspensions, along with refinements to noise, vibration and harshness levels. In this generation, Subaru prioritised augmenting size, stiffness and safety features while concurrently reducing overall weight as compared to its predecessor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fourth-generation-subaru-wrx-2014-2021\">Fourth-generation Subaru WRX (2014 &#8211; 2021)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As compared to the previous generations of Subaru WRX, the fourth-generation model dropped &#8216;Impreza&#8217; from its name in 2014, signalling the WRX&#8217;s evolution into a standalone model. The car featured an all-new 2.0-litre direct injection turbocharged boxer engine. The powerful engine enabled the Subaru WRX to deliver a remarkable 268 horsepower at 5,600 RPM and a peak torque of 350 Nm within the 2,400 &#8211; 5,200 RPM range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, with improvements in handling and rigidity, the WRX maintained its reputation for impressive performance. Also, Subaru continued to refine the WRX STI, introducing improvements in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/all-about-automotive-aerodynamics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car aerodynamics<\/a> and technological advancements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fifth-generation-subaru-wrx-2022-present\">Fifth-generation Subaru WRX (2022 &#8211; Present)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"2023 Subaru WRX\" class=\"wp-image-108328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-421x263.jpg 421w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-558x349.jpg 558w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-363x227.jpg 363w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-774x484.jpg 774w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-437x273.jpg 437w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-301x188.jpg 301w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-240x150.jpg 240w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-771x482.jpg 771w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-669x418.jpg 669w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/22071224\/Subaru-WRX-history-_-Body-5-22-12-23-435x272.jpg 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The 2023 Subaru WRX is build on the Subaru Global Platform accounting for its strong chassis and improved road handling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We have come a long way in the history of Subaru WRX. The latest iteration of the WRX unveiled in 2022 includes the iconic sedan and a sports wagon variant. The core performance feature of the new Subaru WRX is its symmetrical all-wheel drive range which delivers an optimal distribution of power for increased traction and offers uniform stability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2023 Subaru WRX boasts a 2.4-litre direct injection turbocharged boxer engine, producing 271 hp and 350 Nm of torque. With a 0-60 mph time of 5.5 seconds and a top speed of 249 kmh, the WRX remains a force to be reckoned with. Moreover, the 2023 WRX is build on the Subaru Global Platform which improves road handling and ride comfort.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the advanced safety features and technology, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/subaru-eyesight-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Subaru&#8217;s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology<\/a>, are integrated into the current generation. This technology has features such as cruise control, automatic emergency steering, pre-collision braking and lane-keeping assist. Furthermore, the 2023 Subaru WRX also features the StarLink multimedia technology which offers integration with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/apple-carplay-android-auto-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apple CarPlay and Android Auto<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-was-the-first-subaru-ever-made\">Which was the first Subaru ever made?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/subaru-history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">history of Subaru<\/a>, the first ever model was the Subaru 1500 (P1), which debuted in 1954, with a mere twenty units crafted in its initial run. This marked Subaru&#8217;s entrance into automaking, followed by models like the 1958 Subaru 360, shaping the company&#8217;s early automotive history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-subaru-wrx-so-popular\">Why is Subaru WRX so popular?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The popularity of the Subaru WRX stems from its rally-inspired performance, distinctive boxer engine, symmetrical all-wheel drive and aggressive design. Enthusiasts appreciate its thrilling driving experience and versatile capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-fuel-economy-of-subaru-wrx\">What is the fuel economy of Subaru WRX?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The fuel economy of Subaru WRX is 9.4 &#8211; 11 km\/litre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Subaru WRX has not only withstood the test of time but has also evolved into a symbol of performance, reliability and versatility. From its roots as a rally champion to its current status as a street-legal icon, the WRX continues to capture the hearts of driving enthusiasts around the globe. 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