2025 Subaru Impreza Report
Known issues, recalls, running costs, and what to check before you buy.
Overall Score
Key Takeaways
- Powertrain communication errors are the primary concern, potentially impacting ADAS features like automatic emergency braking and blind-spot detection.
- Despite a 'Good' public reliability verdict, the LLM assessment flags potential systemic issues, necessitating thorough pre-purchase inspections.
- The Impreza comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, a significant advantage in adverse weather conditions.
- With a 5-star NHTSA safety rating, this Impreza is a strong contender for safety-conscious buyers.
2025 Subaru Impreza
Critical Failure Risk
Communication errors between the transmission control module and ADAS control modules can lead to malfunctions in safety systems.
Early detection can help you avoid a $500-$1,500 repair.
Safety & Bulletins
Owner Complaints
Performance & Efficiency
Reliability
Practicality
Who This Car Is For
Best for
Budget-conscious buyers seeking a safe, all-weather capable compact car.
+2 more buyer-fit notes in the full report
Avoid if
Drivers who prioritize absolute mechanical simplicity.
+2 more buyer-fit warnings in the full report
2025 Subaru Impreza Reliability Analysis
Explore comprehensive reliability data including official safety recalls, consumer complaints, and common mechanical failures for the 2025 Subaru Impreza.
Vehicle Specs
- Fuel Type
- Regular
- Seating Capacity
- 5
- Transmission
- Automatic (AV-S8)
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Body Style
- Hatchback
- EPA Combined MPG
- 29
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Most Common Issues
1. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Most reportedUsage: 1 reports
2. LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Usage: 1 reports
First Service Interval
- Oil Change (5W-30 Synthetic) (Parts: 5W-30 Synthetic Engine Oil, Engine Oil Filter) - Tire Rotation and Inspection
Est. shop cost: N/A
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza reliable?
The CarFocal Reliability Score for the 2025 Subaru Impreza is 8.9/10. Reliability score is 8.9/10. NHTSA recalls: 0. Owner complaints: 4.
How practical is the 2025 Subaru Impreza for daily use?
Practicality score is 5.2/10. EPA combined economy is 29 MPG. Seating capacity is 5.
What is the overall score for the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
The CarFocal Overall Score for the 2025 Subaru Impreza is 8.0/10. Overall score is 8.0/10 (Strong). Confidence 85%. Maintenance 7.2/10. Tuning 3.0/10. Practicality 5.2/10.
What does it cost to own and maintain a 2025 Subaru Impreza?
Based on Carfocal's data, First listed service: - Oil Change (5W-30 Synthetic) (Parts: 5W-30 Synthetic Engine Oil, Engine Oil Filter) - Tire Rotation and Inspection at 7,500 miles. Estimated first-year maintenance: $1,200. Repair prediction highlight: Transmission Control Module (typical at 50,000 miles, estimated cost Min: $800 • Max: $1200).
What engine is in the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
Engine specs list 4 • 2.5.
What transmission does the 2025 Subaru Impreza use?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Subaru Impreza, transmission is Automatic (AV-S8). The paired drivetrain is All-Wheel Drive.
What is the combined EPA MPG for the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
EPA combined estimate is 29 MPG.
What driver assistance and safety features are available on the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
10 standard and 2 optional driver assistance features. Key features include Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control.
How many people fit in a 2025 Subaru Impreza?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Subaru Impreza, seating capacity is 5.
What body style is the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Subaru Impreza, body style is hatchback.
What drivetrain does the 2025 Subaru Impreza use?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Subaru Impreza, drivetrain is All-Wheel Drive. Transmission is Automatic (AV-S8).
What are the NHTSA safety ratings for the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA ratings: Overall 5/5 • Frontal 5/5 • Side 5/5 • Rollover 5/5.
Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza good for tuning?
Tuning potential is rated 3/10. The 2025 Subaru Impreza is a capable compact car, but its tuning potential is severely limited by its CVT transmission and likely software-l...
What are the most common forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking problems on the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
Top complaint category: forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking (1 reports, 25% of complaints).