Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Lemon Odds and Nada Odds
Other sources of Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport reliability information provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.
These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport has been recently.
See what our members say about Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport lemon odds and brand reputation.
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Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Lemon Odds and Nada Odds through December 31, 2012
General NotesNote the sample sizes in the right column. For a precise Nada Odds, it'd be best to have 50+ cars. For Lemon Odds, 100+. In most cases the sample sizes are between 25 and 35, and differences of less than six points are probably not meaningful. This is especially a factor with the "Lemon Odds," where nearly all scores are low.That said, the Lemon Odds figures are probably much lower than many people suspected, so we've posted them. Similarly, the Nada Odds are probably higher than many people suspected. Even with the least reliable cars in this results set your odds of no repairs would be better than one in three. Surprised? MethodologyThe samples include cars for which we have at least nine months of data in the past year. The "Nada-odds" are adjusted based on the average number of months of data per car. These stats are very close to what they'd be if we included only cars with a full year of data.
Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Recalls and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Nada Odds per 100 Cars | Lemon Odds per 100 Cars |
| 29 vehicles, 10.4 months per vehicle, 12200 miles driven2012 | Subaru Impreza | Join or sign in to view | |
| 40 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 19600 miles driven2011 | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | 74 | < 1 |
| 27 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 45500 miles driven2009 | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Join or sign in to view | |
| 27 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 62500 miles driven2008 | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Join or sign in to view | |
| 30 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 79700 miles driven2006 | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Join or sign in to view | |
| 39 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 98200 miles driven2005 | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | 63 | 3 |
Competing Car Model Lemon Odds and Nada Odds Results through December 31, 2012
What Our Members Are Saying about Brand Reputation and the Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
| Brand Reputation of the Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Very high rating from Consumer Reports. Make recommended by son (for AWD) & friends. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Subaru is known for building good quality cars for a good price. Their zero landfill plants make the WRX a more environmentally friendly decision than the Prius (even with only 25 MPG). And of course, their symmetrical AWD, which surprised even me. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Supposed to be a good brand, good heritage. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I like that they are actively involved in motor sports and support non-factory teams. I also like their reliability and use of flat engines |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Rally heritage is even evident in base model, no stick, no turbo, but still decent handling. Subaru has performed flawlessly through 4 winters with minus 40 degrees Celcius weather - very popular in Canada for obvious practical reasons. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 293hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Rally proven with the road car looking similar enough to show the connection. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I like how Subaru advertises on television of love for a Subaru. Also Subaru has dealer sponsered events, which is a big plus! I love attending those events and chatting with other subaru owners. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Subaru has always had a reputation of being solid and reliable, and also of having the best AWD powertrain on the market. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Ive always liked Subaru and they have a very positive public image. Subaru has also been known for their world rallying pedigree.The Subaru car community is very strong, when you see another Subaru you usually will get a wave, especially if theres a scoop |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
subaru community, known for reliability |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Sporty, reliability, safety, fun to drive |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Great Subaru community. Reputation for reliability. |
| 2004 | 4dr Wagon 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
attracted by the WRC race program and the reputation Subaru has had over the decades of being solid cars. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Strongly individual choice. |
