Subaru Impreza fourth generation

Subaru Impreza fourth generation
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The Subaru Impreza fourth generation (2012–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 40 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: GJ, GP

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,410–4,420 mm Traficom4,420–4,580 mm TC4,414–4,580 mm
Width1,730–1,740 mm Traficom1,740 mm TC1,740 mm
Height1,465 mm Traficom1,470 mm TC1,465 mm
Wheelbase2,620–2,645 mm ASTRA2,650 mm TC2,644 mm
Front track1,495–1,530 mm ASTRA1,510 mm TC–
Rear track1,500–1,540 mm ASTRA1,520 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,365–1,370 kg TC1,315–1,562 kg
Mass in running order1,360–1,440 kg Traficom––
Gross vehicle weight1,820–1,920 kg Traficom––
Towing, braked trailer1,200–1,500 kg Traficom––
Towing, unbraked trailer650 kg Traficom––
Seats and space
Seats5 Traficom––
Doors4 Traficom––
Luggage space (EPA)–340–651 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,747–2,775 L EPA–
Fuel tank––55–60 L
Performance
Top speed179–193 km/h Traficom–179–255 km/h
Torque150–407 Nm ASTRA–150–407 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/55R16, 195/65R15

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2015–2016: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
6–8 years91.5% (89.6–93.0)86.4%1,019

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Tyres20.8%28.1%
Brakes16.7%21.0%
Suspension10.4%12.7%
Lights and electrics7.1%8.3%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)6.0%6.6%
Body, chassis and structure3.2%2.8%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

154 complaints for model years 2015–2016. 12 crashes · 6 injuries

  • Electrical system 31
  • Transmission and drivetrain 24

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 40 versions of the Subaru Impreza fourth generation

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European Union 14 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2012–20161.6 L84 kW (114 PS)Petrol141–145 g/km4,753
2012–20162.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Petrol151–156 g/km2,214
2012–20162.0 L108 kW (147 PS)Diesel141–153 g/km4,203
2012–20151.6 L84 kW (114 PS)LPG139–144 g/km976
2012–20142.5 L221 kW (300 PS)Petrol242–243 g/km1,581
2012–20141.5 L79 kW (107 PS)Petrol175–177 g/km115
2012–20142.0 L110 kW (150 PS)LPG148–153 g/km262
20132.0 L–Other fuel150 g/km60
2012–20132.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Diesel152 g/km897
20132.5 L–Other fuel243 g/km18
20122.0 L80 kW (109 PS)Diesel149 g/km98
20122.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Petrol197 g/km43
20122.0 L110 kW (150 PS)LPG179 g/km38
2012––Petrol210 g/km12

United Kingdom 14 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
20151.6i RC1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual6.4 L/100 km NEDC147 g/km
20151.6i RC Lineartronic1.6 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)6.1 L/100 km NEDC140 g/km
20141.6i RC Lineartronic1.6 LPetrolAutomatic6.1 L/100 km NEDC140 g/km
20141.6i RC1.6 LPetrolManual6.4 L/100 km NEDC147 g/km
20131.5 RC1.5 LPetrolManual7.6 L/100 km NEDC176 g/km
20131.5 RC1.5 LPetrolAutomatic7.7 L/100 km NEDC177 g/km
20132.0 RC2.0 LPetrolAutomatic8.4 L/100 km NEDC194 g/km
20132.0 RC2.0 LPetrolManual8.6 L/100 km NEDC199 g/km
20132.0D RC · 2.0D RX2.0 LDieselManual5.8 L/100 km NEDC152 g/km
20121.5 RC1.5 LPetrol5-speed manual7.6 L/100 km NEDC176 g/km
20121.5 RC1.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic7.7 L/100 km NEDC177 g/km
20122.0 RC2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic8.4 L/100 km NEDC194 g/km
20122.0 RC2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.6 L/100 km NEDC199 g/km
20122.0D RC · 2.0D RX2.0 LDiesel6-speed manual5.8 L/100 km NEDC152 g/km

France 4 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014WRX STi 4P · WRX STi 5P–221 kW (300 PS)Petrol6-speed manual10.5 L/100 km NEDC243 g/km
2012–2013IMPREZA WRX STi 5P · IMPREZA WRX STi 4P · WRX STi 5P and 1 more trim–221 kW (300 PS)Petrol6-speed manual10.5 L/100 km NEDC243 g/km
2012IMPREZA XV 2.0D–110 kW (150 PS)Diesel6-speed manual5.8 L/100 km NEDC152 g/km
2012IMPREZA 2.0D Sport & Sport Club–110 kW (150 PS)Diesel6-speed manual5.8 L/100 km NEDC152 g/km

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–20162.0 LPetrol5-speed manualAll-wheel drive27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA194–205 g/km
2012–20162.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)All-wheel drive30–31 MPG (7.6–7.8 L/100 km) EPA179–186 g/km
2012–20142.5 LPetrol6-speed manualAll-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2013–20142.5 LPetrol5-speed manualAll-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA265 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2016Compact · Station wagon: Small2.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.6–7.8 L/100 km 5-cycle175–179 g/km
2012–2016Compact · Station wagon: Small2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.4–8.5 L/100 km 5-cycle193–197 g/km
2013–2014Compact · Station wagon: Small2.5 LPetrol6-speed manual12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle288 g/km
2013–2014Compact · Station wagon: Small2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle258 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.