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2010 Subaru Impreza consumer reviews

$17,495–$18,495 MSRP range
side view of 2010 Impreza Subaru
(38 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.5
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I bought this car with about 88K miles on it. I knew with Subaru’s once they hit 100K+ they would require maintenance. I spent a bit over $9K for my car and have spent roughly right around the same to get it running the way it should be. The most recent problem was having to rebuild my entire engine due to major oil leaks. This car will last you a long time if you take care of it from the get go. Do not listen to dealerships and take it in for an inspection ASAP if you decide to purchase.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I have never loved a car this much!

I fricking LOVE this car!! I am so happy with my purchase! I only wish I had purchased it sooner. It is zippy and fun!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good handling and reliable car

Used this car for commuting and liked the way it handles. The AWD made it nice to drive. Gave least problems. Great value for the money.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun to drive, however the engine is unreliable

The car is a great looking car (I have the sedan version) and is incredibly fun to drive with the 5-speed manual transmission. However, the engine and transmission are not super reliable. The engine often has head gasket problems around 100k miles, and mine blew a rod within 10000 miles of me buying it (total 105000 miles).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Too many engine problems

2010 Subaru Impreza sedan currently has 129,000 miles and I have put about $4000 into the engine including a head gasket repair a new radiator, spark plugs and countless other repairs the car. It idles really hard and has left me broken down atleast 10 times within the last four months. I would never buys it has over 100,000 miles, stay away!!!! You have been warned

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
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Fun and easy to drive

These cars have a great 5 speed manual transmission. I live in Michigan and have never had any problems getting around in the snow with this car Interior design in user friendly good visability

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this car!!

I recently purchased this car used and I am completely satisfied with this purchase. It?s a great runner, good on gas mileage and very stylish and safe!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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For $8,500 you can get a lot of power.

This car meet all of my needs, it's perfect for new and experienced drivers. For the price it's a lot harder to get that much power from much else. Its recent and works great, great handling, no engine problems at 120,000 miles and its can move.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car i've ever had

Fast, smooth, loud, attention-getter, plenty of room, reliable. Love this car! Handles great in all weather and amazing on back roads and for auto racing.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I have ever owned!!

I love my impreza! The awd is amazing in the snow. One of the safest cars i have driven!! The impreza gets exceptional gas mileage as well! I would recommend the impreza to everyone!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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