Model year guide

2014 Subaru Impreza

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Subaru Impreza is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 230 on record.

2014 Subaru Impreza — representative photo
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2014 Subaru Impreza at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints108
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined24 mpg
Typical price$16,634

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2014 Subaru Impreza recalls 3

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.

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…

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.

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.

2014 Subaru Impreza common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 108 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
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.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2014 Subaru Impreza safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Subaru Impreza SW AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 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 2014 Subaru Impreza worth?

Low
$14,200
Typical price
$16,634
High
$18,500

From 225 comparable 2014 Subaru Impreza listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Subaru Impreza costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,875
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,650
Total$21,525
Per mile$0.29

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 ($16,634) with the same model 5 model-years older ($9,972), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 Subaru Impreza trims & engines on record

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

2014 Subaru Impreza vehicles on record

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2014 Subaru Impreza — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Subaru Impreza have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2014 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 2014 Subaru Impreza?

Based on 108 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, power train, structure.

What is the 2014 Subaru Impreza safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2014 Subaru Impreza an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2014 Subaru Impreza get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2014 Subaru Impreza at about 24 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2014 Subaru Impreza worth?

Comparable 2014 Subaru Impreza listings run roughly $14,200–$18,500, typically around $16,634 (from 225 vehicles).

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