Ford Mustang vs. Subaru WRX
In comparing the Ford Mustang to the Subaru WRX, the Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Subaru WRX has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Ford Mustang and Subaru WRX have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang versus the Subaru WRX, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the Subaru WRX.
Ford Mustang versus Subaru WRX Pricing
For a new model, the Ford Mustang's price is between $31,492 and $64,335, with the Subaru WRX priced between $31,777 and $42,028.
Ford Mustang versus Subaru WRX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Mustang and Subaru WRX is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Ford Mustang being ranked 1 out of 14 Best Sports Cars and the Subaru WRX being ranked 10 out of 51 Best Small Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Subaru WRX base engine makes 271 horsepower. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The WRX is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Mustang uses regular unleaded, and the WRX uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Subaru WRX, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Ford Mustang, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room trunk space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Mustang and the Subaru WRX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$31,492 - $64,335
Used Asking Price:
$30,528 - $64,383
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
21%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$31,777 - $42,028
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
29.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.3 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 14Most Reliable Sports Cars
Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 14Sports Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 14iSeeCars Rankings
Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
1 out of / 51Ranking
10 out of / 51Ranking
23 out of / 51Ranking
26 out of / 51Ranking
27 out of / 51Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT Premium
Trim Levels
Base, GT, Limited, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
271 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
82.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3491 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3297 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
183.8 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R17
