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SUBARU IMPREZA Used Car Review

Subaru was renowned for models such as the Leone and Jumbuck until a new small car appeared in 1993. The Impreza would take Australia by storm during the 1990s, and a turbocharged performance model called the WRX continues to be a huge cult car (and now its own, separate nameplate). Across several generations, however, regular versions of the Impreza have proven to be sensible compact family cars - with a segment USP of standard all-wheel drive and their distinctive horizontally opposed 'boxer' engines across the range.

Pros

Cons

  • All-wheel-drive system provides assurance on wet, slippery roads
  • Roomy cabin, and particularly practical in hatch form
  • Improved driving experience from latest model (2016 onwards)
  • Build quality and mechanical reliability
  • 'Boxer' engines short on low-down pulling power
  • Extra weight, complexity of AWD hurts fuel economy
  • Design not as distinctive as it once was
  • Older autos short on gears; newer (CVT) auto can take acclimatisation
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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2015 SUBARU IMPREZA 2.0i (AWD) CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 5D HATCHBACK

$16,300Negotiable
Thornleigh, NSW

16 hours ago

2018 SUBARU IMPREZA 2.0i (AWD) CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D SEDAN, 5 seats M

$17,250Negotiable
Kallangur, QLD

09/05/2024

2002 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX (AWD) 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 275518 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Selling my 2002 Bugeye Subaru Impreza WRX Automatic Car is in great condition drives smoothly and has that turbo power for some fun too! BRAND NEW timing belt fitted and last service completed. Only issue is just sun damage to bonnet and top of the car has caused the paint to fade a little but it’s an easy respray to those parts. Hard to find Auto WRX too in this model so really is a fun car to drive great for long distance too cruising on highways. Includes: - Perrin 3 inch catback exhaus

$9,000Negotiable
Mentone, VIC

05/05/2024

2010 SUBARU IMPREZA MY11 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN, 5 seats

  • 197000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

LOOKING FOR YOUR FIRST CAR? THEN THIS IS PERFECT FOR YOU! This 2010 Subaru Impreza has Bluetooth, power steering, traction control, cruise control and front & rear power windows. Has LED headlights. FOR THAT ADDED PEACE OF MIND 6 airbags and an ANCAP safety rating of 5. Has some scuffs and dents on the body. Mechanically sound and regularly serviced. Selling due to urgent money shortage. Rego till June 2024. No time for RWC, selling as it is.

$6,500Negotiable
Glen Waverley, VIC

19/04/2024

2015 SUBARU IMPREZA 2.0i (AWD) 5D HATCHBACK

  • 211404 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2015 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium Automatic Hatchback. Third owner with service history. It drives smoothly and has no known issues. Will be sold with RWC at the listed price, or $300 less without. The most recent roadworthy was completed in 2023 so I suspect there will be no issues. The car was last serviced 10/11/2023 and has driven under 1500km since. It comes with; - Registration to 10/5/2024 - Leather interior - Reverse camera - Tinted windows - Tow bar (installed 2023) - Roof racks (insta

$11,750Negotiable
Belmont, VIC

07/04/2024

Overview of the Subaru Impreza

Overview of the Subaru Impreza

Subaru was renowned for models such as the Leone and Jumbuck until a new small car appeared in 1993.

The Impreza would take Australia by storm during the 1990s, and a turbocharged performance model called the WRX continues to be a huge cult car (and now its own, separate nameplate).

Across several generations, however, regular versions of the Impreza have proven to be sensible compact family cars - with a segment USP of standard all-wheel drive and their distinctive horizontally opposed 'boxer' engines across the range.

SUBARU IMPREZA GENERATIONS (SINCE 2000)

2000-2007

2007-2012

2012-2016

2016-present

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (excluding WRX models)

2.0L 4-cylinder petrol: 6.6-7.2 litres per 100km

(2012-2016) 2.0L 4cyl petrol: 6.8-7.2 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO SUBARU IMPREZA

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: SUBARU IMPREZA (2012-2016 MODELS)

Check that the timing belt has been replaced at 125,000km intervals. A broken belt will destroy the engine. A second belt change also requires water pump, pulleys and tensioners to be replaced as well.

Check for water in the oil and vice-versa. Subaru had big head-gasket problems in previous years.

Due to poor machining and iffy quality piston rings, some cars from around 2012-2013 had high oil consumption. These should have surfaced by now and been fixed.

Subaru engines can last a long time but require strict maintenance to do so. Small, intricate oilways in the engine won't tolerate the sludge created by skipped oil changes. A ticking engine is one that is already damaged.

Like many modern CVTs, their alien feel and sound made some owners think there was something wrong. Drive one first to make sure you could live with its characteristics.