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Subaru WRX VB

Headline trim: 2.4 turbo (FA24F) - 271 bhp, 0-62 in 5.4s.

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Verdict
B
BHP
271 bhp
0–60
5.4 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
20 mpg (US)
Used
$41,000-$56,000

Strengths

  • New FA24F 2.4 turbo less stressed than EJ257
  • Cabin major step on VA
  • Subaru Performance Transmission CVT mimics 8-speed

Weaknesses

  • No UK availability - imports only
  • No STI variant - line ended
  • Plastic cladding heavy-handed

Notable tech

  • Fifth-gen WRX (VB) on Subaru Global Platform
  • Sedan only
  • FA24F 2.4 turbo flat-four (replacing EJ257)
  • 6MT manual or Subaru Performance Transmission CVT
  • Permanent symmetrical AWD
  • No STI confirmed - WRX line ends with VB
  • Japan and USA primary markets - no UK retail sales

Common issues

  • FA24F oil consumption early
  • CVT torque-converter
  • Plastic cladding fade
  • No UK availability

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across VB's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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2.4 turbo (FA24F)
BHP271
Torque350 Nm
0–605.4 s
Top155 mph
MPG (US)20 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6MT / Subaru Performance Transmission CVT