Subaru models
15 Subaru models since 2005 · 151 recall campaigns on file.
Current models

Subaru Impreza
2018–2027 · 29 MPG · Small Station Wagons

Subaru BRZ
2013–2027 · 25 MPG · Minicompact Cars

Subaru Forester
2005–2026 · 35 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle

Subaru WRX
2015–2026 · 22 MPG · Midsize Cars

Subaru Crosstrek
2013–2027 · 29 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle

Subaru Legacy
2018–2025 · 30 MPG · Midsize Cars

Subaru Solterra
2023–2027 · 288 mi · Small Sport Utility Vehicle

Subaru Ascent
2019–2027 · 22 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle

Subaru Uncharted
2026–2027 · 308 mi · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Subaru Outback
2018–2027 · 27 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Subaru Trailseeker
2026–2027 · 281 mi · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Subaru at a glance
We have 15 Subaru models on file, covering model years 2005 to 2027; 11 are on sale now: Impreza, BRZ, Forester, WRX, Crosstrek, Legacy, Solterra and Ascent and more.
The current lineup is made up of 7 SUVs, 3 cars and 1 station wagon.
The Subaru Forester is the most fuel-efficient at 35 MPG combined in its best version, while the Subaru Ascent is the thirstiest at 22 MPG.
Its longest-range EV is the Subaru Uncharted, with up to 308 miles on a charge (EPA).
The most researched Subaru right now is the Impreza (26,267 Wikipedia views in 30 days), followed by the Impreza/Outback Sport and BRZ.
Across all models and years there are 151 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. The Subaru Forester has the most (39), and the Subaru Forester has collected the most owner complaints (5,132). No recalls: Subaru Uncharted and Subaru Trailseeker.
On average, the best version of each current model returns 27 MPG combined.
Discontinued models include the Impreza/Outback Sport (last sold 2017), Legacy/Outback (last sold 2017), Tribeca (last sold 2014) and Baja (last sold 2006).
Across all its models, owners most often report problems with the visibility/wiper, electrical system and engine.
Its longest-running model in our data is the Forester, with model years from 2005 to 2026.
Its current EVs average 292 miles of EPA range in their best versions.
Five stars overall in their latest NHTSA test: Impreza, Forester, WRX, Crosstrek, Legacy and Solterra.
Every Subaru model in one line
→ The 2026 Subaru Impreza is a small station wagon offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl) and all-wheel drive. It measures about 176 inches long and 70 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,172 lb (Convenience/Touring 4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 Subaru BRZ is a minicompact car offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive. It measures about 168 inches long and 70 inches wide on a 102-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,815 lb.
→ The 2026 Subaru Forester is a small SUV offered with a 2.5L 4-cyl engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 184 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,580 lb.
→ The 2026 Subaru WRX is a midsize car offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 184 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,340 lb (4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek is a small SUV offered with a 2.5L 4-cyl engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 176 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,285 lb (Convenience/Touring 4dr SUV).
→ The 2025 Subaru Legacy is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive. It measures about 191 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,541 lb (4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 Subaru Solterra is a small SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive. It measures about 185 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,365 lb.
→ The 2026 Subaru Ascent is a standard SUV offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 197 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,420 lb (Convenience 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is a small SUV powered by electricity and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 178 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,475 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
→ The 2026 Subaru Outback is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive. It measures about 192 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,966 lb (4dr Wagon Limited/Wilderness/Premier).
→ The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker is a small SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive. It measures about 191 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,442 lb.
→ The 2017 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport is a midsize car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine and all-wheel drive. EPA rates its most efficient version at 32 MPG combined (28 city / 38 highway), 19% better than the 2017 midsize car average of 26.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,100 a year in fuel.
Current lineup compared
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Impreza | 2018–2027 | 29 MPG | 13 | 501 |
| Subaru BRZ | 2013–2027 | 25 MPG | 5 | 89 |
| Subaru Forester | 2005–2026 | 35 MPG | 39 | 5,132 |
| Subaru WRX | 2015–2026 | 22 MPG | 7 | 297 |
| Subaru Crosstrek | 2013–2027 | 29 MPG | 17 | 1,192 |
| Subaru Legacy | 2018–2025 | 30 MPG | 12 | 459 |
| Subaru Solterra | 2023–2027 | 288 mi | 5 | 77 |
| Subaru Ascent | 2019–2027 | 22 MPG | 13 | 1,041 |
| Subaru Uncharted | 2026–2027 | 308 mi | 0 | 40 |
| Subaru Outback | 2018–2027 | 27 MPG | 15 | 3,813 |
| Subaru Trailseeker | 2026–2027 | 281 mi | 0 | 30 |
Past models
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport | 2005–2017 | 32 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Subaru Legacy/Outback | 2005–2017 | 29 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Subaru Tribeca | 2006–2014 | 18 MPG | 16 | 27 |
| Subaru Baja | 2005–2006 | 22 MPG | 9 | 33 |