2026 Subaru WRX TS

The 2026 Subaru WRX is a compact sport sedan that carries the brand's rally-bred performance heritage into a practical, everyday package. Its main rivals are the Honda Civic Type R, Volkswagen Golf R, and Toyota GR Corolla, all of which offer similar hot-hatch or sport-sedan thrills. The WRX grips hard through corners and delivers a punchy turbo surge, making it one of the most engaging all-weather sport sedans you can buy. The ride is firm and the cabin is a bit loud on the highway, but that is the price of its sharp handling and rally-bred character. Inside, the WRX offers a straightforward dashboard with supportive seats and a decent-sized trunk, though rear-seat space is a bit snug for tall adults. Electronically adjustable dampers and Recaro seats with blue stitching set the TS apart from the GT, which uses standard dampers and different front seats. Its 2.4L I4 makes 271 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, sent through a six-speed manual to all-wheel drive, returning 22 mpg combined. The STI-tuned suspension with Comfort, Normal, and Sport damper settings lets you firm it up for track days or soften it for daily driving.