GradeSubaru Impreza Reliability Grade
Excellent reliability
Grade a specific Subaru Impreza
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Subaru Impreza earns an A overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and an A for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 14 compact cars we grade. Its engine (A) and transmission (A) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 1,093 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2022 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Subaru Impreza reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2011, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022
Years to avoid: 2002 (transmission slipping / rough shifting)
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Subaru Impreza last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Subaru Impreza vs. other compact cars
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | A | A | A |
| Mazda Mazda3 | A | A | A |
| Subaru Impreza | A | A | A |
| Toyota Prius | A | A | A |
| Honda Civic | A- | A | A- |
| Nissan Versa | A- | B- | A- |
| Chevrolet Cruze | B+ | B | A- |
| Nissan Sentra | A | B- | B+ |
| Kia Forte | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Volkswagen Jetta | B | B+ | B+ |
| Volkswagen Golf | B | B | B |
| Hyundai Elantra | C+ | B | B- |
| Ford Fiesta | C+ | F | D |
| Ford Focus | F | F | F |
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Is the Subaru Impreza reliable?
Excellent reliability. The Subaru Impreza earns an A overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and an A for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 14 compact cars we grade. Its engine (A) and transmission (A) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 1,093 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2022 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Subaru Impreza last?
We estimate a well-maintained Subaru Impreza lasts around 210,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Subaru Impreza?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Subaru Impreza model years are 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2011, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022.
What Subaru Impreza years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Subaru Impreza years to be most careful with are 2002. The 2002 grades a D overall (engine D, transmission C+), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting, which a recall covers.
Is the Subaru Impreza transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Subaru Impreza transmission an A (excellent reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Subaru Impreza engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Subaru Impreza engine an A (excellent reliability).