Is the 2010 Subaru Impreza a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
C6.5/10
The 2010 Subaru Impreza is a solid vehicle for those needing all-wheel drive on a budget, but be cautious of potential head gasket issues.
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Pros
- All-wheel drive
- Solid handling
- Good ride quality
Cons
- Potential head gasket issues
- Limited interior space
- Mediocre fuel economy
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
20 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Head gasket failure
- Oil consumption
- Suspension issues
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (15)
The 2010 Subaru Impreza has 15 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Service Brakes, Hydraulic (campaign 14V830000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Electrical System — Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2008-2014 Impreza vehicles and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, all equipped with turbo-charged engines. The…
- Air Bags — Frontal — Passenger Side — Inflator Module — Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, and Outback vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, …
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings — Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy, 2008-2011 Impreza and 2008-2014 Impreza WRX/STI, and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, currently, or formerly, registered in Conne…
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Impreza, 2008-2014 WRX and STI, and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, currently, or formerly, registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, …
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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