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2025 Subaru Impreza: NHTSA Safety Rating & Pricing

— NHTSA, IIHS, EPA, AAA, RepairPal

In its segment, the 2025 Subaru Impreza scores well for safety. NHTSA has no recall campaigns on file for this vehicle.

Starting MSRP
$24,360 - $29,250
EPA Combined MPG
30 MPG
NHTSA Safety Rating
5-Star (Highest)
Est. Annual Fuel Cost
$2,000 per year
EPA GHG Score
6 / 10
Recalls on File
No recalls on file
EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
Save $750 over 5 yrs
Owner Complaints
3 on file
Est. Monthly Cost (with fuel)
$996 per month
Est. Cost per Mile (with fuel)
$0.56
Brand Origin
Japan
5★ NHTSASafetyHighest NHTSA rating
CFuel CostAverage fuel cost among gas Hatchbacks
3.5/5ReliabilityRepairPal rating
CleanRecallsNo recalls since 2025

How we collect and verify data

Priced from $24,360 to $29,250, the 2025 Subaru Impreza is one of 13 budget Hatchbacks. The data below covers what it costs to fuel, insure, and maintain over the miles you will actually drive.

Data Summary

2025 Subaru Impreza at a Glance

Compared with similar hatchbacks in our dataset, the clearest positive signals for the 2025 Subaru Impreza are high published crash-test results and lower estimated ownership costs for its vehicle class. The main caution is that estimated five-year cost runs high.

Auto-generated from published safety, fuel-cost, reliability, recall, and cost data. It is informational only and not personal advice or a recommendation. How this works

Key signals
  • safety
  • ownership cost

Strengths in the data

  • Safety: 5-star NHTSA.
  • AAA estimates $9,956 per year in non-fuel ownership costs for the Small Sedan class, including insurance ($1,572), maintenance ($1,786), and depreciation ($3,462).

Cautions in the data

  • Best estimated five-year cost in the lineup still lands about $2,220 above the similar-vehicle average.
  • Reliability is not a standout here: RepairPal 3.5/5.
  • Fuel cost lands in the middle of its comparison group rather than standing out.

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How Safe Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza?

In NHTSA crash testing, the 2025 Subaru Impreza received 5 out of 5 stars overall. 74% of tested Hatchbacks share this top rating. Tests cover frontal impact, side impact, and rollover resistance. Source: NHTSA.

★★★★★5/5

Overall Safety

74% of Hatchbacks share this top rating

CategoryRating
Frontal Crash★★★★★5/5
Side Crash★★★★★5/5
Rollover★★★★★5/5
Detailed crash test ratings
TestRating
Frontal Crash - Driver★★★★★5/5
Frontal Crash - Passenger★★★★★5/5
Side Crash - Driver★★★★★5/5
Side Crash - Passenger★★★★★5/5
Side Pole Crash★★★★★5/5

Rollover Risk: 9.3%

FeatureAvailability
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard
Crash Imminent BrakingStandard
Dynamic Brake SupportStandard

NHTSA uses a five-star scale. IIHS rates individual crash types with Good, Acceptable, Marginal, or Poor. Looking at both tells you more than either one alone.

How Did the 2025 Subaru Impreza Perform in IIHS Crash Tests?

IIHS tested the 2025 Subaru Impreza across multiple crash configurations. It did not earn an overall Top Safety Pick, but some individual test ratings may still be strong. See the breakdown below. Source: IIHS.

TestRating
Small Overlap FrontG Good
Moderate Overlap FrontM Marginal
SideG Good
HeadlightsG Good
Front Crash Prevention (Pedestrian)G Good
Seat Belt RemindersG Good
Child Seat Anchors (LATCH)G+ Good+

IIHS vehicle class: Small cars

Safety ratings measure crashworthiness. Recall data measures post-production quality. A vehicle can score well in crash tests and still have recall campaigns if a component turns out to be defective.

Does the 2025 Subaru Impreza Have Any Recalls?

No recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Subaru Impreza. Among Hatchbacks, the average recall count is 0.8. Recalls may be issued at any time. Source: NHTSA.

No recalls on file with NHTSA

What Do 2025 Subaru Impreza Owners Report to NHTSA?

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Subaru Impreza. The average for 2025 Hatchbacks is 5 complaints. Owner complaints are self-reported and unverified, but patterns across many reports can indicate real issues.

1 in the last 90 days · most recent filed 2026-03-06

Most-reported problem areas

  1. ADAS / Safety Tech2
  2. Visibility1
  3. Powertrain1

Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-04-16.

Commuting miles add up. The EPA fuel data below shows what you can expect to spend annually on the 2025 Subaru Impreza, broken down by trim.

What Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza Fuel Economy?

The 2025 Subaru Impreza achieves up to 30 combined MPG according to EPA testing, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,000. That is $150 more per year than the $1,850 average for budget Hatchbacks. EPA estimates are based on standardized laboratory tests. Source: EPA (fueleconomy.gov).

TrimCombinedCityHighwayAnnual Fuel Cost
Base30 MPG2734$2,000 per year
Sport30 MPG2734$2,000 per year
RS30 MPG2734$2,000 per year

Estimated 5-year fuel cost is $10,000 based on EPA data.

Commuters put the most predictable miles on a vehicle. That makes the full ownership cost, not just fuel, the number that matters most. AAA breaks it down below.

What Does the 2025 Subaru Impreza Cost to Own?

Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2025 Subaru Impreza ranges from $65,710 to $70,850 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Small Sedan class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.

Maintenance$1,786 per year
Insurance$1,572 per year
Depreciation$3,462 per year
Registration & Taxes$613 per year
Financing$854 per year
Total (excluding fuel)$9,956 per year
Cost per mile$0.56 per mile

Commuters benefit most from the trim that balances fuel economy and features at the lowest total cost. The table below puts all 3 options side by side.

How Do the 2025 Subaru Impreza Trims Compare?

3 trims are available for the 2025 Subaru Impreza, spanning $24,360 to $29,250. All trims use a Gasoline powertrain. Compare specifications and estimated costs in the table below. Prices are MSRP before destination and fees.

Base

Base MSRP$24,360
Combined MPG30 MPG
Est. Annual Fuel Cost$2,000 per year
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive
Horsepower152 hp
Est. 5-Year Cost$65,710

Sport

Base MSRP$26,360
Combined MPG30 MPG
Est. Annual Fuel Cost$2,000 per year
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive
Horsepower152 hp
Est. 5-Year Cost$67,710

RS

Base MSRP$29,250
Combined MPG30 MPG
Est. Annual Fuel Cost$2,000 per year
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive
Horsepower182 hp
Est. 5-Year Cost$70,850

The entry price has increased $1,365 since 2024.

Price changes since 2024

  • Base $22,995 (2024) → $24,360 (2025) +$1,365
  • Sport $24,995 (2024) → $26,360 (2025) +$1,365
  • RS $27,885 (2024) → $29,250 (2025) +$1,365
View full trim timeline (2024–2026)
Trim202420252026
Base$22,995
30 MPG
$24,360
30 MPG
Sport$24,995
30 MPG
$26,360
30 MPG
$26,595
29 MPG
RS$27,885
30 MPG
$29,250
30 MPG
$29,495
29 MPG

Compare Trim Costs

Select two trims and adjust your driving and financing to see how monthly costs compare. Only costs we can compute from EPA data and your inputs are shown. No estimates, no guesses.

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Trim selection is about the first year. Reliability is about years two through ten. The section below summarizes the available third-party data on how dependable this vehicle has proven.

How Reliable Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza?

RepairPal rates the 2025 Subaru Impreza at 3.5 out of 5.0 for reliability, which is about average for budget Hatchbacks. RepairPal ratings reflect repair frequency and cost data from a network of certified repair shops. Source: RepairPal.

3.5/5.0RepairPal Rating

The warranty is the manufacturer's own bet on the vehicle's durability. Subaru's coverage terms for the 2025 Impreza are shown below.

What Warranty Does the 2025 Subaru Impreza Come With?

The warranty terms below reflect Subaru's published coverage for the 2025 Impreza. All trims share the same warranty. Coverage begins on the date of first retail sale.

Basic Warranty3yr/36k
Powertrain Warranty5yr/60k
Corrosion Warranty5yr/unlimited
Roadside Assistance3yr/36k

What Are the 2025 Subaru Impreza Specs?

The specifications below cover engine output, dimensions, and drivetrain for the 2025 Subaru Impreza. These are manufacturer-reported figures and may vary by trim configuration.

EPA vehicle class: Compact car

Engine2L flat 4, 2.5L flat 4
Horsepower152 - 182 hp
Power-to-Weight93.6 - 111.2 hp per ton
Price per HP$160
Torque145 - 178 lb-ft
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive
Fuel Typeregular unleaded
Fuel Tank16.6 gal
Est. Range per Tank498 miles per tank (EPA combined)
Length176.2 in
Width70.1 in
Height58.3 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Curb Weight3,171 - 3,275 lbs

What Changed for the 2025 Subaru Impreza?

  • Pricing changed across one or more trims
  • Recall status changed

All data shown for the 2025 Subaru Impreza comes from EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, manufacturers, and selected third-party references. For a vehicle driven every day, the fuel and reliability data above matters most. Data is refreshed periodically.

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2025 Subaru Impreza FAQ

Answers generated from published EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data. Not personal advice.

Which 2025 Subaru Impreza trim has the lowest ownership cost?

Among 3 available trims, the Base has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $65,710, starting at $24,360 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $70,850. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.

What vehicles compete with the 2025 Subaru Impreza?

The 2025 Subaru Impreza competes with 2025 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, 2025 Nissan Kicks Play, and 2025 Nissan LEAF based on price, size, and segment. Each of those vehicles has its own fact sheet with the same EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, and cost data shown here. Browse all 2025 Hatchbacks.

What changed on the 2025 Subaru Impreza from last year?

Compared to the previous model year, the entry price increased by $1,365 for the Subaru Impreza lineup. See the trim evolution timeline above for full year-by-year pricing and availability details.

How much does a 2025 Subaru Impreza cost per month to own?

Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2025 Subaru Impreza include about $830 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $167 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $997 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.

Where is Subaru based?

Subaru is headquartered in Japan. Brand origin reflects where the company is based, not where individual vehicles are assembled. Many Subaru vehicles sold in the U.S. are built at domestic or international plants. See our Japan-brand cars 2025 list.

What other Subaru models are available for 2025?

Subaru offers multiple models for 2025. Our Subaru models page lists every available Subaru vehicle with safety ratings, fuel costs, and ownership data.

What does the 2025 Subaru Impreza cost per mile to drive?

Based on AAA ownership cost estimates and EPA fuel data, the 2025 Subaru Impreza costs approximately 55.9 cents per mile to operate, including fuel, insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and financing. Actual cost per mile depends on your annual mileage, driving habits, and location.