SUBARU WRX (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 141 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
141
Avg Mileage
28,648 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2018 SUBARU WRX reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SUBARU brand average of 83%.
At 6 years old, 96% of SUBARU WRXs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 141 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,648 miles.
How does the 2018 SUBARU WRX compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 SUBARU WRX has 28,648 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2018 SUBARU WRX cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
SUBARU WRX by Year
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About the 2018 SUBARU WRX
The 2018 SUBARU WRX is a large car with a 2457cc petrol engine. 141 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 14% of all 2018 cars for reliability.
With an average of 28,648 miles at 6 years old, SUBARU WRX owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2018 SUBARU WRX Fuel Costs
The 2457cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2018 SUBARU WRX?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 (£170/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
SUBARU WRX Reliability Trend
The SUBARU WRX has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2018 SUBARU WRX
At 6 years old, the SUBARU WRX offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2018 SUBARU WRX
The SUBARU WRX is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol large cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLVO XC40 (2020) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 36,064 tests
- JAGUAR F-PACE (2017) 90% pass rate (-6%) from 30,127 tests
- FORD MONDEO (2016) 87% pass rate (-9%) from 26,925 tests
- VOLVO XC60 (2016) 86% pass rate (-10%) from 26,497 tests