Subaru Impreza — All Years

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We have Subaru Impreza specifications on file for 16 model years, 2010–2026, covering estate/wagon trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 23 to 38 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 13 of the 14 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20262L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline351875★01
20252L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline35–361855★05
20242L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline35–361855★232
20232L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–381815★24
20222L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–381815★113
20212L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–381815★214
20202L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–371815★185
20192L 4-cylRegular Gasoline32–381815★5194
20182L 4-cylRegular Gasoline32–381755★5151
20162L 4-cylRegular Gasoline34–371795★175
20152L 4-cylRegular Gasoline34–371805★279
20142L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline23–361865★3108
20132L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline23–361865★4249
20122L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline23–361844★6243
20112.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline23–26251—1457
20102.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline25–26251—1546

Best and Worst Subaru Impreza Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 12 Subaru Impreza model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 82 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2022 — 13 complaints, 1 recall campaign, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2021 — 14 complaints, 2 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2010 — 46 complaints, 15 recall campaigns

Most owner complaints

  • 2013 — 249 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2012 — 243 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2019 — 194 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Subaru Impreza covered on this site?

We have data for 16 model years of the Subaru Impreza, from 2010 to 2026.

What engines does the Subaru Impreza come with?

EPA data lists: 2.5L 4-cyl (2010–2011, 2024–2026); 2.5L 4-cyl turbo (2010–2014); 2L 4-cyl (2012–2016, 2018–2026).

Which Subaru Impreza year has the best fuel economy?

The 2023 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 38 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Subaru Impreza have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Subaru Impreza model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2010 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (15), and the 2013 has the most owner complaints (249). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2025–2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Subaru Impreza?

The Subaru Impreza is classed as an estate/wagon on this site.

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