2017
Subaru WRX STI

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Available trims

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  • STI Manual
    Starts at
    $35,195
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • STI Limited Manual w/Lip Spoiler
    Starts at
    $39,995
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • STI Limited Manual w/Wing Spoiler
    Starts at
    $39,995
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Touch-screen multimedia system now standard
Low-profile rear spoiler now available
All-wheel drive
Driver-adjustable center differential
Brembo-brand brakes
Adjustable throttle progression

The good & the bad

The good

Steering
Handling
Turbo power
Visibility, even with large rear wing
Comfortable sport seats

The bad

Gas mileage
Steep price versus regular WRX
Smallish trunk
Lack of automatic-transmission option
Sedan body style only
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Expert 2017 Subaru WRX STI review

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Vehicle Overview

What is it:  The Subaru WRX and WRX STI are performance cars based on the company’s Impreza compact sedan. They have turbocharged engines, performance-oriented all-wheel-drive systems and racy bodywork. Both models were redesigned last year.

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New for 2016The EyeSight active safety system, which includes adaptive cruise control, precollision braking, and lane departure warning and prevention, is now available. A blind spot warning system and rear cross-traffic alert are also available. A 6.2-inch touch-screen stereo with Pandora integration, Bluetooth audio streaming and iPod connectivity is now standard.

Significant Standard Features

  • 268-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
  • LED taillights
  • Automatic climate control
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Backup camera
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • 6.2-inch touch-screen stereo with Pandora integration, Bluetooth audio streaming and iPod connectivity

Significant Available Features

  • Leather upholstery
  • EyeSight safety system with adaptive cruise control, precollision braking and lne depature warning
  • Heated front seats
  • Power moonroof
  • Harman Kardon premium audio system
  • 7-inch touch-screen navigation system with multitouch gesture controls, iTunes tagging capability and two USB ports
  • 18-inch alloy wheels

WRX STISubaru’s racing-inspired WRX STI features a 305-hp, turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. It also includes other high-performance hardware like Brembo-brand brakes and a driver-controlled center differential that’s part of the standard all-wheel-drive system.

What’s Special

  • Limited trim level now offers low-profile rear spoiler
  • Active torque vectoring
  • Six-speed manual transmission only
  • Flat-bottom leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Alcantara simulated suede and leather upholstery

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2017 Subaru WRX STI review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

What is it:  The Subaru WRX and WRX STI are performance cars based on the company’s Impreza compact sedan. They have turbocharged engines, performance-oriented all-wheel-drive systems and racy bodywork. Both models were redesigned last year.

(Skip to details on the: WRX STI)

New for 2016The EyeSight active safety system, which includes adaptive cruise control, precollision braking, and lane departure warning and prevention, is now available. A blind spot warning system and rear cross-traffic alert are also available. A 6.2-inch touch-screen stereo with Pandora integration, Bluetooth audio streaming and iPod connectivity is now standard.

Significant Standard Features

  • 268-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
  • LED taillights
  • Automatic climate control
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Backup camera
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • 6.2-inch touch-screen stereo with Pandora integration, Bluetooth audio streaming and iPod connectivity

Significant Available Features

  • Leather upholstery
  • EyeSight safety system with adaptive cruise control, precollision braking and lne depature warning
  • Heated front seats
  • Power moonroof
  • Harman Kardon premium audio system
  • 7-inch touch-screen navigation system with multitouch gesture controls, iTunes tagging capability and two USB ports
  • 18-inch alloy wheels

WRX STISubaru’s racing-inspired WRX STI features a 305-hp, turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. It also includes other high-performance hardware like Brembo-brand brakes and a driver-controlled center differential that’s part of the standard all-wheel-drive system.

What’s Special

  • Limited trim level now offers low-profile rear spoiler
  • Active torque vectoring
  • Six-speed manual transmission only
  • Flat-bottom leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Alcantara simulated suede and leather upholstery

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / 80,000 miles
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Coverage available for purchase
Dealer certification
152-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 29 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.9
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.7

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  • By John
    Owns this car
    July 7, 2020

    Amazing car

    Love it amazing car highly recommended. Go check out Orlando Preowned!!! Great team great prices great selection. They got me into the car of my dreams.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By RexRunner531 from Wappingers Falls
    Owns this car
    March 10, 2020

    Most Fun Daily Driver Period

    This car is perfect for a fun daily driver. Plenty of power while getting decent mileage. Reliability of Subaru is unmatched. AWD is perfect for NY seasons. Also, it is one of the safest cars on the road.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By STI from Sonoma County, CA
    Used to own this car
    January 31, 2020

    Funnest car I've ever driven!

    To be honest , the fastest and most reliable turbocharged car I've ever driven no joke. If you like fast cars and comfortable ride I'd choose the STI hands down.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Esperirod from NY
    Owns this car
    January 10, 2020

    Meet "Jack" as in Jack of all trades...

    I have driven 57 vehicles (all registered to me), and I am always on the search for The Cinderella Slipper. I think I have found it. I was able to get my '17 STI used for a bargain, and was able to put the savings into some quicker mods. You will need a catback setup, as well as the MAPerformance stage 2 kit ($1700 including Cobb Accessport). I am a backyard mechanic and was able to install these pretty easily myself. After this, you will have tuner's dream daily driver with 380hp+ and over 400tq. (331/347 at the wheels). I challenge anyone to find a car that seats 5 comfortably, has AWD, runs under a 4 second 0-60, can get 24mpg, has every creature comfort you could ask for, in a manual transmission for this price range. I was able to get a rebuilt one and finish all my mods at under $20k and the car doesn't even have 30,000 miles yet. I will likely have this car longer than any other car I've owned, and Its already been 10k miles. Every mile is a smile, truly. My favorite thing about it is the close gearing of the transmission. compared to other muscle cars, you can actually shift through 4 gears driving aggressively to 60. Love it!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By AndyK from VA
    Owns this car
    October 26, 2019

    Super fun to drive!!!

    Great car!! Handles turns great and fast!! Would purchase another one. Lotsa fun and the sound of the engine is amazing. The wing on the back could be a little smaller though.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Unhappy customer from Union City, CA
    Owns this car
    October 1, 2019

    car is great. dealership is a scam

    Car is great- dealership is not "downtown toyota of Oakland" Car drive great, gives good power, suspension a little too stiff and car is not well muted
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Jschmidt83 from Austin Tx
    Owns this car
    January 25, 2019

    Classic STI

    I read an online review before I test drove and purchased my 2017 STI. The author wrote that the 2017 STI was just like the 2004 STI. He was right. However, he thought that was a bad thing. I think its a great thing. This is my 5th Subaru and second STI. It is what you think it will be. A tried and true STI. Gas mileage is bad. Seats are not comfortable on long drives and the interior is blah. But it goes like nothing else. I may not outrun a SRT Charger, a Mustang GT or even a Tesla in a 1/4 mile, but lets go down the windy roads or in some snow and see what happens. For a daily driver it is not the fastest, 0-60 in 4.6 on a good launch, the prettiest, or most comfortable; But, it is fun as all get out to drive. That's what you buy an STI for, to drive!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Andrew from Portland, OR
    Used to own this car
    December 22, 2018

    Loved this car

    Pros: pretty much everything. I like the interior, the exterior style, lots of trunk space. Very fun to drive. Cons: stock suspension can be a little better for the price
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Itsnotlagitsforeplay from Minneapolis, mn
    Owns this car
    December 22, 2018

    Fun whip

    It is an excellent ride for all seasons, with a lot of fun benefits. Incredibly reliable. Although not very comfortable for extra long trips but still luxurious and everybody loves to watch you drive by.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Steve P. from El Paso, Texas
    Owns this car
    October 27, 2018

    Safest all wheel drive out there

    I love this car, has the power, grip, suspension and steering a sports can have. Has awesome features inside, touch screen, heated seats, blind spot detection the works. Only downfall is star link is expensive and the radio is not fully function for iPhone iOS users.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Gt from CT
    Owns this car
    July 23, 2018

    Not for me

    Ok don?t buy if you owned a bmw or similar before, class is not there. It?s great once modded but becomes unreliable. Engine and body can?t handle upgrades
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Big boy toys from Sutter Creek CA
    Owns this car
    July 13, 2018

    omg my Subaru Sti is the total package

    I never thought I would buy a Subaru it doesn?t compare to my viper but as a family compact sport car nothing else compares. Love the space and comfort will appointed. The power and acceleration is nothing to take for granted soon after my break in period got my first ticket 98mph didn?t realize I was going that fast smooth as a caddy.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2017 Subaru WRX STI?

The 2017 Subaru WRX STI is available in 2 trim levels:

  • STI (1 style)
  • STI Limited (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2017 Subaru WRX STI?

The 2017 Subaru WRX STI offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2017 Subaru WRX STI reliable?

The 2017 Subaru WRX STI has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2017 Subaru WRX STI owners.

Is the 2017 Subaru WRX STI a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2017 Subaru WRX STI. 93.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 29 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.7

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