2011 Subaru Impreza Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

20 City / 26 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

170

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Amy B

It is a small compact car that can surprisingly fit a lot of stuff!

My vehicle is reliable, comfortable, and safe. I have driven it hundreds of miles at a time without any issue and makes me feel safe. There is one issue that occurs when it is humid outside and does not allow me to get gas, probably a sensor issue.

Jay G

The car for the all terrain commuter.

This car is pretty good on gas. I have all of the trunk space that I need! (I am constantly on the go, so I keep a lot of gear in my car). There's also plenty of leg room for myself and passengers. (Front and back). Subaru's are excellent in the snow. I work on a mountain in Vermont and never have issues getting to and from the mountain. 10 Out of 10- definitely recommend any Subaru!

Cory L

Amazing Subaru and will love it forever!

I love my Subaru and was my dream car before. It has amazing turn radius and quick to move. I have not had any problems since I have bought this car. I have it in the color black and it does tend to get hot so I bought a shield. The seat is easy to move for when I drive or my husband. I am 5'1 and he is 6'4. Comfortable for the kids in the backseat.

Hannah R

The quality of the vehicle- from the construction to the special features

I love the style and design of the car. It has good gas mileage and I've had very few maintenance issues with it. It's comfortable for long trips and great in the snow.

Andrea C

The Subaru Impreza is an all wheel drive sedan with all of the luxuries of a larger vehicle.

I love that Subarus are all wheel drive. I picked out my car in particular for the sunroof and heated cloth seats. I also really enjoy that my car has the bluetooth connection to my phone to be able to make/answer phone calls and also play music. I have had it for 6 years and it has needed minimal service.

Craig J

Superb handling and power for a very affordable price, especially useful on snowy days.

Very responsive, very powerful and relatively maintenance free. The all-wheel drive is a lifesaver in snowy conditions. It handles snow like a much larger car.

Pat W

Wanted the car for its excellent reputation.

Best car I ever owned. Excellent in snow. Good gas mileage. Rides great. Has plenty of legroom in front and back.

Rebecca J

Subaru is the best car ever.

It is a great family car and great on gas. I love the all wheel drive, it is smooth on the dirt. It has sports which helps a lot going up hills. Not to many problems with the car besides 3 recalls but they weren't big recalls. Best car ever will not own any other car other than a Subaru.

Negative Owner Reviews

robert schiele

The most trouble i have ever had with a car of any make that i have owned.

2011 Subaru impreza outback sport is my second Subaru. My first Subaru impreza has 240000 miles and still going strong, but the 2011 Subaru with just 94000 miles has been parked for four years because it has just fallen apart, first to go bad was the air conditioner, compressor locked up, 2 months after the last payment. 2 months later the power steering pump locked up, replaced that. Then a week later the carrier bearing on the 880.00 dollar drive shaft started squealing and you have to replace the driveshaft not just the bearing. A few days after this the rear end differential started clicking, grinding and bouncing around, dealership told me the transmission, the differential and the hub bearings have to be replaced, at 8700.00 sorry that is what I could sell it for maybe, I have already decided to not buy another Subaru, I went and bought a Honda cr-v and I love it, no more buying Subaru's, I'll drive my 2000 Subaru until It won't go any more.

thomps

Unreliable

Probably the most unreliable vehicle I have ever owned in 35 years of driving. Not to mention the most expensive to repair...and you'll be repairing it alot. Expensive engine issues, burns oil, catalytic issues, overall would NEVER recommend or buy a Subaru ever again. Just research them on the web, they are notorious for engine issues. Just a bad bad car.

Jaime B

Awd is a must in this area. Nice it is available in a car

Like AWD. Dislike color, how easily it chips and inability to get it serviced other than at dealer

Chris C

It is a 6 speed manual that uses symmetrical all wheel drive

I drive a 2011 Subaru STi, I really do enjoy it and love driving but I do have some complaints. The gas mileage is very low so I'm constantly having to refill the gas.

Lily Y

Stick shift, 7 years old, requires weekly oil addition, comfortable.

Mine is a stick shift so the clutch needs replacing every once in a while. It has cloth seats, can sit 5 people, very comfortable. Back seats can be put down so I can travel with my large dogs. It is a great car! It does however need me to add oil to it every 3 days or so.

Devin H

Has lasted for many road trips, vacations. Great amount of space for a sedan.

Serious issues recently with the oil, head gaskets, camshafts. While it is a 2011, I feel like we are constantly putting money into it to keep it running for 2 weeks at a time. Other than that, it is been a great car. Safe, great in the rain and snow, and great on gas mileage.

Melissa H

Subaru Impreza is a reliable and safe vehicle.

I have not experienced any performance issues with my vehicle despite driving at least 500 miles per month. This makes the car extremely reliable to me. Also, the seats in the back fold down to allow more storage space which is helpful when I have bought furniture and especially when I move residences.

Sam N

The Subaru Impreza is very reliable. I feel quite safe in it. I love the all wheel drive as this also makes me feel safe. However, it doesn't have as much get up and go as I would like. I feel that others sometimes easily pass me on hills.

It's a very safe vehicle. With all wheel drive the safety factor goes up even more.

Subaru Impreza Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

2.5i Sedan

170 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

2.5i Wagon

170 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

2.5i Premium Sedan

170 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

2.5i Premium Wagon

170 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

Outback Sport Wagon

170 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

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2011 Subaru Impreza Owner Reviews

4.34

108 Reviews

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5 stars

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4 stars

32%

3 stars

13%

2 stars

1 star

Gavin M on June 17, 2021

Well rounded car that will do most things well.

The car has a lot of room if you need to move anything big or a lot of smaller things. The gas mileage is pretty good as well, being about average for this size car and engine combination. My car is a stick shift and I enjoy my transmission a lot. The clutch is pretty easy to use and the transmission shifts fine. It's a bit loose, but you can find every gear pretty easily.

Michael W on May 31, 2021

Great all season vehicle, and very safe!

This vehicle is very reliable, it's a small car son if you like a big guy like me, it's tough to get in about. It greats great gas mileage, and also with the all wheel drive is nice in the snow. The motor is very easy to work on, everything with this vehicle seems to be very stable and reliable.

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Pros from Owners

Rose S.

This vehicle is quite dependable, good on gas mileage and has a very roomy trunk. It is a great and quite distinctive bright red color, and so it is easy to find in a parking lot. It's comfortable and easy to keep clean as well.

Kayla M.

It holds up very well. In the past four years I have not had a problem with it breaking down or having a technical difficulty. It is also very sleek in terms of design. The chairs within it are comfortable.

Cons from Owners

Rose S.

This car is a bit smallish in the interior. I would gladly give up a bit of the extremely roomy trunk to have a bit more room inside for the people who drive and ride in it. Other than that, I love this car!

Kayla M.

It is very low to the ground. I often scrape the bottom of the car against things because it is so low to the ground. This also makes it quite difficult to see around other cars when driving. I also do not like the fact that the radio's controls are a little hard to use.

Ranks #10 Small Cars by Owners

The 2011 Subaru Impreza has an average owner rating of 4.38 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 29 other Small Cars.

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Ranks #11 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2011 Subaru Impreza has a combined MPG of 35 which ranks it #11 of 29 other Small Cars.

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Is The 2011 Subaru Impreza A Good Car?

Yes it is a good car to start off with I bought it as my first car and have had it for already 2 years. It does not have much problems and is awesome during the snow season.

Natalie Z.

Overall yes. It is safe and gets me from place to place. It gets pretty good gas mileage. It is also fairly spacious. It can fit 5 people. There is also a large trunk for luggage.

Cindy D.

Yes travels well. It takes corners well. I love driving it on the highway. Love the color red. I work for Subaru we make great cars.

Genesis M.

How Reliable Is The 2011 Subaru Impreza?

It is a reliable car as long as you take care of it. Always make sure to check the oil and make sure it is filled to the line it tends to run low.

Natalie Z.

It is reliable. It requires the typical maintenance. The main problem I have is that it is All Wheel Drive so any tire issue requires all four tires to be replaced pretty much every time. This can get... Read More

Gene M.

No, it is a very reliable car. I am never late for work it starts every time. I love driving it long distance. It performs well on highways.

Sonia S.

Is The 2011 Subaru Impreza A Good Value?

I got mine of it craigslist for 7,000 and yes it is good for it is value. It is cheap and a reliable car.

Natalie Z.

11,00 used at the dealership I work. It was what I was looking for. It had all the details I wanted in a car.

Kenneth S.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do i perform the 2011 Subaru Impreza oil light reset?

Answer: To perform a 2011 Subaru Impreza Oil light reset You will Switch the Ignition ON. Using the UP and DOWN arrows located on the steering wheel, within the MENU toggle to SET. Pull and HOLD the CENTER button until...

2011 Subaru Impreza: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2011 Subaru Impreza uses SAE 5w-30 viscosity, fully synthetic motor oil in the turbo engine, and 0w-20 for non-turbo. This vehicle has an oil capacity of 4.4 quarts. You can purchase this oil in single...

Does the 2011 Subaru Impreza have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a timing belt that is an important part of Your engine's firing. Belts direct the cooperation of the crankshaft and the camshaft to ensure pistons open and close at...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Not Rated

Rollover

Side

Not Rated

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2011 Subaru Impreza Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

Positive Owner Reviews

Negative Owner Reviews

Subaru Impreza Models

2011 Subaru Impreza Owner Reviews

Pros from Owners

Cons from Owners

Ranks #10 Small Cars by Owners

Ranks #11 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

Is The 2011 Subaru Impreza A Good Car?

How Reliable Is The 2011 Subaru Impreza?

Is The 2011 Subaru Impreza A Good Value?

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