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Forward Lighting
- Fog Light Bulb Front (w/Eyesight Package (steering responsive fog)) » H11
- Fog Light Bulb Front (wo/Eyesight Package (steering responsive fog)) » H16
- Fog Light Bulb Front Base, (w/Eyesight Package (steering responsive fog)) » H11
- Fog Light Bulb Front Base, (wo/Eyesight Package (steering responsive fog)) » H16
- Fog Light Bulb Front Limited, (w/Eyesight Package (steering responsive fog)) » H11
- Fog Light Bulb Front Limited, (wo/Eyesight Package (steering responsive fog)) » H16
- Fog Light Bulb Front Premium, (w/Eyesight Package (steering responsive fog)) » H11
- Fog Light Bulb Front Premium, (wo/Eyesight Package (steering responsive fog)) » H16
- Headlight Bulb High Beam » 9005
- Headlight Bulb Low Beam Base » H11
- Headlight Bulb Low Beam Premium » H11
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Exterior Lighting
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Interior Lighting
2016 Subaru WRX Headlight Bulb Size
The 2016 WRX is the rally-bred AWD sedan that proved turbocharged all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual are the recipe for a permanent grin — rain, snow, or dry pavement. Under the hood, the FA20DIT 2.0-liter turbo boxer engine delivers 268 horsepower to all four wheels, while the STI variant packs the iconic EJ257 for even more punch. The 2016 Subaru WRX headlight bulb size is H11 for the low beams, 9005 for the high beams, and H16 for the fog lights. The base WRX comes with halogen headlights, while the Limited trim features LED low beams.
In the Subaru community, the WRX is equal parts daily driver, weekend canyon car, and car-meet staple. Upgrading to 2016 Subaru WRX LED headlights gives the front end a sharper, more modern presence that matches the aggressive hood scoop and flared fenders. It is one of the most popular visual modifications in the VA-generation WRX community.
Best LED and HID Kits for the 2016 WRX
The 2016 WRX's halogen reflector housings are well-suited for LED bulb upgrades. The H11 LED conversion drops into the existing socket, plugs into the factory harness, and fires at full 6000K brightness immediately — no warm-up, no delay. The result is a wider, more defined beam pattern that makes nighttime driving on twisting mountain roads significantly safer and more enjoyable.
HID kits are the alternative for WRX owners who want the most penetrating beam available. Xenon arc technology pushes light farther down the road than LED at similar wattage, which matters when you are carrying speed through corners and need to read the road early. Each side requires a compact ballast that mounts in the crowded WRX engine bay alongside the intercooler and turbo plumbing — tight, but very doable with basic tools.
HID Nation ships every kit for free and backs it with a lifetime warranty, so you can upgrade your WRX with confidence whether you are building a weekend rally car or a clean daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
What headlight bulb size does the 2016 Subaru WRX use?
The 2016 Subaru WRX uses H11 bulbs for the low beams and 9005 bulbs for the high beams. The fog lights take an H16 bulb, which is a different size than the headlights. The base and Premium trims have halogen headlights, while the Limited trim comes with factory LED low beams that use an integrated module rather than a standard replaceable bulb.
Does the 2016 WRX use the same fog light bulb as the headlights?
No. The 2016 WRX uses H11 for the low beam headlights but H16 for the fog lights. The H16 is physically similar to the H11 but has a different wattage rating and tab orientation. When upgrading your fog lights to LED, make sure to order the correct H16 size separately from your H11 headlight kit. HID Nation carries both sizes so you can match all forward lighting to the same 6000K white.
Will LED headlights trigger a CANBUS error on the 2016 WRX?
The 2016 WRX does not have an aggressive CANBUS headlight monitoring system like some European vehicles. Most LED kits install without triggering any dashboard warnings or bulb-out errors. HID Nation's LED kits are designed to match the electrical draw of the factory halogen, which prevents the vehicle's system from detecting a change. Flickering or error codes are extremely rare on the VA-generation WRX.
Is the headlight upgrade the same for the WRX and STI?
The 2016 WRX and 2016 WRX STI share the same headlight housing design and use the same H11 low beam and 9005 high beam bulb sizes. The STI's more aggressive front bumper does not change the headlight fitment. An LED or HID kit that fits the WRX will fit the STI without any modification. The fog lights also share the same H16 size on both models.
What color temperature works best on the 2016 WRX at car meets?
The WRX community tends to favor 6000K pure white for a clean, aggressive look that complements the car's rally-bred styling. At car meets, 6000K headlights paired with 6000K fog lights create a unified front end that photographs well and looks intentional. Some owners go 8000K for a slight blue tint, but 6000K remains the most popular choice because it reads as premium rather than aftermarket.