DecodedCars2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 20 city / 27 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 80 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 18 similar 2010 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway), 7% worse than the 2010 compact car average of 23.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2010
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2009 Impreza/Outback Sport — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2009; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2009 Impreza/Outback Sport →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impreza AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | -7% | $3,050 | 404 |
| Impreza AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | -7% | $3,050 | 404 |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback Sport | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | -9% | $3,050 | 404 |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback Sport | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | -9% | $3,050 | 404 |
| Impreza AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S4) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | -11% | $3,900 | 423 |
| Impreza AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | -11% | $3,900 | 423 |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback Sport | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S4) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | -14% | $3,900 | 423 |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback Sport | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | -14% | $3,900 | 423 |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback Sport | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | -22% | $4,350 | 468 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2010 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport (this car) | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Toyota Corolla | 30 MPG | Not rated | 15 |
| 2010 Honda Civic | 42 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2010 Honda Accord | 25 MPG | Not rated | 13 |
| 2010 Mazda 3 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 32 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2010 Ford Focus | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Impreza/Outback Sport years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Impreza/Outback Sport | 32 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Impreza/Outback Sport | 31 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Impreza/Outback Sport | 31 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Impreza/Outback Sport | 30 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Impreza/Outback Sport | 30 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Impreza/Outback Sport | 30 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Impreza/Outback Sport | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Impreza/Outback Sport | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Impreza/Outback Sport | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Impreza/Outback Sport | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Impreza/Outback Sport | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Impreza/Outback Sport | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Subaru. How we calculate this →