Subaru Impreza third generation
The Subaru Impreza third generation (2007–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 66 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: GE, GH, GR, GV
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,420–4,580 mm RDW | 4,410–4,580 mm TC | 4,415–4,580 mm |
| Width | 1,740–1,800 mm RDW | 1,740–1,800 mm TC | 1,740–1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,440–1,520 mm RDW | 1,470–1,480 mm TC | 1,475–1,481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,530–2,630 mm RDW | 2,620–2,650 mm TC | 2,620 mm |
| Front track | 1,495–1,530 mm ASTRA | 1,510–1,530 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,495–1,540 mm ASTRA | 1,500–1,540 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,285–1,480 kg RDW | 1,320–1,535 kg TC | 1,315–1,562 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,385–1,580 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,750–1,980 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200–1,600 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500–750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 311–651 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,662–2,775 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 55–60 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 175–255 km/h RDW | – | 179–255 km/h |
| Torque | 142–407 Nm ASTRA | – | 150–407 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/55R16, 195/65R15, 205/50R17, 235/45R17, 245/40R18
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012: ★★★★☆ · 2013–2014: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), 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 test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 81.6% (79.7–83.4) | 77.9% | 1,605 |
| 13 years and older | 79.0% (78.1–80.0) | 69.2% | 7,012 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 34.4% | 38.9% |
| Brakes | 22.2% | 34.7% |
| Tyres | 20.9% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 15.6% | 26.7% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 12.6% | 16.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 12.5% | 15.3% |
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)
1,034 complaints for model years 2008–2014. 59 crashes · 23 fires · 33 injuries
- Airbags 329
- Engine 228
- Transmission and drivetrain 161
- Electrical system 104
- Brakes 79
- Speed control 54
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 66 versions of the Subaru Impreza third generation
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European Union 22 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 version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2014 | 1.6 L | 84 kW (114 PS) | Petrol | 143–149 g/km | 3,489 |
| 2011–2014 | 2.0 L | 108 kW (147 PS) | Diesel | 146–153 g/km | 4,161 |
| 2011–2014 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | 155–157 g/km | 1,368 |
| 2011–2014 | 2.5 L | 221 kW (300 PS) | Petrol | 242–244 g/km | 3,081 |
| 2012–2014 | 1.6 L | 84 kW (114 PS) | LPG | 139–144 g/km | 962 |
| 2011–2014 | 1.5 L | 79 kW (107 PS) | Petrol | 175–177 g/km | 979 |
| 2012–2014 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | LPG | 148–153 g/km | 262 |
| 2013 | 2.0 L | – | Other fuel | 150 g/km | 60 |
| 2011–2013 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 152 g/km | 6,007 |
| 2013 | 2.5 L | – | Other fuel | 243 g/km | 18 |
| 2012 | 2.0 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 149 g/km | 98 |
| 2011–2012 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | 197 g/km | 883 |
| 2011–2012 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | LPG | 179 g/km | 158 |
| 2010–2012 | – | – | Petrol | 184–210 g/km | 192 |
| 2011 | 1.5 L | 79 kW (107 PS) | LPG | 168 g/km | 90 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | Diesel | 152 g/km | 6,288 |
| 2010 | 2.5 L | – | Petrol | 245 g/km | 2,288 |
| 2010 | 1.5 L | – | Petrol | 176 g/km | 1,990 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 198 g/km | 1,644 |
| 2010 | 1.5 L | – | LPG | 167 g/km | 278 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | LPG | 178 g/km | 196 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 198 g/km | 36 |
United Kingdom 20 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20141.6i RC Lineartronic | 1.6 L | Petrol | Automatic | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 140 g/km |
| 20141.6i RC | 1.6 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 147 g/km |
| 20131.5 RC | 1.5 L | Petrol | Manual | 7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 176 g/km |
| 20131.5 RC | 1.5 L | Petrol | Automatic | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 20132.0 RC | 2.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 8.4 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 20132.0 RC | 2.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 199 g/km |
| 20132.0D RC · 2.0D RX | 2.0 L | Diesel | Manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 152 g/km |
| 20121.5 RC | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 176 g/km |
| 20121.5 RC | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 20122.0 RC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.4 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 20122.0 RC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 199 g/km |
| 2009–20122.0D RC · 2.0D RX | 2.0 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.8–5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 152–155 g/km |
| 2008–20101.5 AWD · 1.5R · 1.5RX | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 176 g/km |
| 2008–20101.5 AWD · 1.5R · 1.5RX | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 2008–20102.0 AWD · 2.0R · 2.0RX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.4 L/100 km NEDC | 199 g/km |
| 2008–20102.0 AWD · 2.0R · 2.0RX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 2009–20102.0D R | 2.0 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 152 g/km |
| 2008–20102.5 WRX AWD · 2.5 WRX | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.4 L/100 km NEDC | 246 g/km |
| 2008–20102.5 WRX STi AWD · 2.5 WRX STi Type UK | 2.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.3 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 2007–20081.5 AWD Sports Wagon | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.9 L/100 km NEDC | 184 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 version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014WRX STi 4P · WRX STi 5P | – | 221 kW (300 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.5 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 2012–2013IMPREZA WRX STi 5P · IMPREZA WRX STi 4P · WRX STi 5P and 1 more trim | – | 221 kW (300 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.5 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 2012IMPREZA XV 2.0D | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 152 g/km |
| 2012IMPREZA 2.0D Sport & Sport Club | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 152 g/km |
United States 9 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2014 | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 184–186 g/km |
| 2012–2014 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | All-wheel drive | 27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 194–205 g/km |
| 2010–2014 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | All-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2010–2014 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | All-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–265 g/km |
| 2010–2011 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 2008–20092MODE CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 2007–2009 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 2007–2009 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2007CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
Canada 11 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2014Compact · Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 7.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 179 g/km |
| 2012–2014Compact · Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 196 g/km |
| 2011–2014Compact · Station wagon: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 12.3–12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 283–288 g/km |
| 2009–2014Compact · Station wagon: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.6–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 244–260 g/km |
| 2009–2011Compact · Station wagon: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.5–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242–260 g/km |
| 2008–2010Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 12.2–12.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 281–285 g/km |
| 2008Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.5–11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242–258 g/km |
| 2008Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.5–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242–248 g/km |
| 2007Subcompact · Station wagon: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 244 g/km |
| 2007Subcompact · Station wagon: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265 g/km |
| 2007Subcompact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 288 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.