Model year guide

2013 Subaru Impreza

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Subaru Impreza is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 79 on record.

2013 Subaru Impreza — representative photo
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2013 Subaru Impreza at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints248
Combined24 mpg
Typical price$14,518

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2013 Subaru Impreza recalls 4

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #19V149000 · 28/02/2019

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transm…

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #16V738000 · 13/10/2016

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 relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary air injection pump relay, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTM-73.

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #13V061000 · 25/02/2013

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, certain model year 2012-2013 Impreza vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, and certain model year 2013 XV Crosstrek vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote …

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RES key fobs, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #18V772000 · 01/11/2018

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.

Fix: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center a…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2013 Subaru Impreza common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 248 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2013 Subaru Impreza MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,975

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2013 Subaru Impreza worth?

Low
$10,000
Typical price
$14,518
High
$18,999

From 75 comparable 2013 Subaru Impreza listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Subaru Impreza costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,875
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,150
Total$20,025
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($14,518) with the same model 5 model-years older ($9,388), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Subaru Impreza trims & engines on record

Trims
2.0i Premium PZEV · 2.0i PZEV · 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV · Base · WRX · 2.0i Limited PZEV · 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV · Sport-Ltd+S/R · STI-S · Sport
Engines
2.0L · 2.5L

2013 Subaru Impreza vehicles on record

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2013 Subaru Impreza — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Subaru Impreza have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 Subaru Impreza. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Subaru Impreza?

Based on 248 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Subaru Impreza get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Subaru Impreza at about 24 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2013 Subaru Impreza worth?

Comparable 2013 Subaru Impreza listings run roughly $10,000–$18,999, typically around $14,518 (from 75 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.