Last updated: 2026-10-10

2025 Subaru Impreza
RELIABILITY SCORE: 77/100 (GOOD)

2025 Subaru Impreza Reliability Report

The 2025 Subaru Impreza has a good reliability standing, with no recalls and only two owner complaints, though repair costs run above its class.

Recalls

0

Complaints

2

Complaint Rate

0.7per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$653

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,000–$2,050

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity71/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity72/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Far fewer complaints than 2024 and no recalls, but early transmission communication errors and above-class repair costs are the points to check.

Top Issues to Watch

  • POWER TRAIN (1)

Should You Buy the 2025 Subaru Impreza?

Yes, with a few checks. This year holds a good reliability standing, close to average against other 2025 sedans and among the stronger of the nine Impreza years we score. Owners have filed only two complaints, and federal recall records list none. It also looks better than 2024, which has 23 complaints and two recalls. The 2026 model rates higher still, with no complaints or recalls, but it has had less time on the road to collect them.

The one problem pattern in owner complaints is transmission communication errors. These showed up early, at roughly 2,000 to 3,000 miles. With no recalls, nothing in federal records keeps this car off the road. Cost is the other thing to weigh. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly upkeep for the Impreza at $653, against $526 for its class. The car earns 5 of 5 stars in federal crash testing.

Ask the seller for service records that show whether any transmission warning or communication fault was looked at and fixed. If the car is still under warranty, confirm that with the dealer. Budget for repair costs a bit above the class norm. Compare a 2026 as well, keeping in mind that its clean record reflects less time in service.

Compared to the 2026 Subaru Impreza, which scored 4 points higher. See also the 2024 Subaru Impreza for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • +Acceptable reliability score
  • +Infrequent unscheduled repairs
  • +No recalls issued
  • +Below-average complaint rate for Sedan

Cons

  • −Above-average repair costs for its class
  • −POWER TRAIN (1)
  • −UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)

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Common Problem Categories

Other

MODERATE
  • POWER TRAIN (1)
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

0

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2025 Subaru Impreza — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

0.7

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 2

LowAvgHigh
Very Low

Safety Incidents

0

Crashes

0

Fires

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Subaru Impreza? Check its history first

Power train problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Subaru Impreza, and 0 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

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  • Accidents
  • Open Recalls
  • Title History
  • Odometer Rollback

2025 Subaru Impreza NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 9.3%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Seat Pan Airbag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, Roof)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Subaru ImprezaRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5Maintenance rating: 3.5 out of 5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$653

vs $526 avg for compact cars

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.3

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

17%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Impreza
$653
Category Avg
$526
All Vehicles
$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Subaru Impreza Resale Value

The Subaru Impreza is estimated to retain about 65.2% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Subaru Impreza model overall and is not specific to the 2025 model year.

Value Retained
65.2%

after 5 years

Depreciation
34.8%

over the same period

Listings Analyzed
182

U.S. used-car listings

Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Subaru Impreza depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

29–30 MPG

Running cost: $2,650–$2,700/yr

Fuel + repair

26–27 city / 33–34 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims
TrimDriveTrans.CityHwyCombFuel Cost
Impreza 2.0L 4-cylAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S8)273430$2,000
Impreza 2.5L 4-cylAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S8)263329$2,050

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Subaru Impreza.

  • Check for transmission communication error codes, especially P1894

  • Inspect EyeSight system for consistent operation and error codes

  • Verify all collision avoidance systems are functioning properly

  • Test drive to ensure no warning lights illuminate during operation

2025 Subaru Impreza Common Problems by Component

2 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

POWER TRAIN

1 complaint
2025-04-12

The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Transmission Failure Communication warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the diagnosis was not available. Fault code: P1894 was retrieved. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the same local dealer and another local dealer for a second opinion on several occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,700.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint
2025-04-05

So far I went to Herb Gordon Auto World in Silver Spring At least three times for the eyesight system that keeps malfunctioning and they said each time there's no codes and no sensor or system error light codes on. I called and talked to Subaru customer service three times and on the fourth time I was told to go to another Subaru dealer and have it looked at as a second opinion on the 16th of aug I went to Fitzgerald Auto Mall after I talked to the service advisor Matt and found out that it had a code in it in the history PO1894 which Herb Gordon Auto World either didn't figure out how to find  or was too incompetent to find it. According to Matt at Fitzgerald the code is a communication error from the transmission which is not a good thing to have on a brand new car.  I guess Mark was the specialist and kelly is his assistant. I also talked to Erica on the 21st of August. Erica said the floater Dawn was going to call me after she talks to Fitzgerald Subaru about the code. I talked to Kelly on the 21st. and than Mark the same day. When I talk to Matt who is supposed to be the head of this case #[XXX] he told me this places you win said they can't advise a fix so we're just going to wait until you have any more problems with it and then we could fix it then maybe so I said can you not find the source of the transmission communication problem he said well we would have to find a fix to it and we can't right now certificate can't fix it or find out the source where it's coming from we have nothing to do now with it unless you have more problems and I said if I'm on the Beltway and the communication fails again will everything go off and then the car will stop now having an accident and possibly be killed So to that he stated well that's what insurance is for. This is all safety equipment because the lights come on at first that shows the eyesight error and all the red lights come on that say all the Collision avoiding systems are not working INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

When Do 2025 Subaru Impreza Problems Start?

Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.

2,000–3,000 milesTransmission communication errors

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Subaru Impreza Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Subaru Impreza reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
201869/100Good
201966/100Good
202074/100Good
202171/100Good
202276/100Good
202374/100Good
202474/100Good
202577/100Good
202681/100Excellent

Subaru Impreza Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202681/100+4Excellent00
2025(selected)77/100+3Good02
202474/1000Good223
202374/100-2Good24
202276/100+5Good111
202171/100-3Good214
202074/100+8Good183
201966/100-3Good5185
201869/100—Good5148

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza reliable?
Yes, it has a good reliability standing. It sits close to average among 2025 sedans and ranks among the stronger of the nine Impreza years we score. Owners filed two complaints and federal records show no recalls. It also earns 5 of 5 stars in federal crash testing.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
Transmission communication errors are the only problem pattern in the data. Owners reported them early, at about 2,000 to 3,000 miles. Complaint volume is very low, at two filings in total, so there is little evidence of any widespread failure beyond this one issue.
Does the 2025 Subaru Impreza have transmission problems?
Some owners report transmission communication errors, starting around 2,000 to 3,000 miles. That is a small group, and no recall covers it in federal records. If you are shopping, ask for service history showing that any transmission warning was diagnosed and resolved.
Has the 2025 Subaru Impreza had any recalls?
No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for this model year. The 2024 Impreza has two, and the 2026 has none. You can still check the VIN against federal recall records before buying, since a specific car's repair history can differ.
How does the 2025 Subaru Impreza compare with the 2024 and 2026?
It rates better than the 2024, which has 23 complaints and two recalls. The 2026 rates better than the 2025, with no complaints or recalls, though it is newer and has had less time to collect them. The 2025 is a reasonable middle choice.

Don’t buy a 2025 Subaru Impreza without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Subaru Impreza

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Subaru Impreza does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (70/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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