2007 Subaru Impreza

The 2007 Subaru Impreza is a compact car known for its standard all-wheel drive and sporty handling. It was offered with two primary engine options: a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine producing 173 horsepower and 166 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder in the WRX model producing 224 horsepower and 226 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic. Owners often praise the Impreza for its reliability, all-weather capability, and fun-to-drive nature. Common complaints include road noise, fuel economy (especially on the WRX), and some known reliability issues.

Engine

2.5L Naturally Aspirated Engine

• Head Gasket Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Overheating, coolant loss (internal or external), white smoke from exhaust, bubbles in coolant overflow tank.
  • Solution: Replacement of head gaskets, resurfacing of cylinder heads.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,200 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Oil Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Oil drips, burning oil smell, low oil level. Common leak areas include valve cover gaskets, oil pan gasket, and front crankshaft seal.
  • Solution: Replace leaking gaskets and seals.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+ (depending on location and severity)
  • Recalls: None Found

2.5L Turbocharged Engine (WRX)

• Turbocharger Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, whining noise from turbocharger, blue smoke from exhaust.
  • Solution: Turbocharger replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Ringland Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Excessive oil consumption, loss of compression, misfires.
  • Solution: Engine rebuild or replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $4,000 - $8,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

4-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Transmission Slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Delayed engagement, hesitation during acceleration, inability to shift gears properly.
  • Solution: Transmission rebuild or replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

5-Speed Manual Transmission

• Clutch Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Slipping clutch, difficulty shifting gears, high RPMs without acceleration.
  • Solution: Clutch replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Rear Strut Mount Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise from rear suspension, especially when going over bumps.
  • Solution: Replacement of rear strut mounts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Oxygen Sensor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Check engine light, poor fuel economy, rough idle.
  • Solution: Oxygen sensor replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Windshield Wiper Motor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Wiper motor stops working
  • Solution: Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust
  • Description/Symptoms: Rust appears on lower body panels such as quarter panels
  • Solution: Rust Repair
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Air Conditioning Compressor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: AC not blowing cold air
  • Solution: AC Compressor Replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary The 2007 Subaru Impreza, while generally reliable, does have some common issues. The most significant problems are related to engine head gasket failure (especially on the naturally aspirated engine), turbocharger failure and ringland failure (WRX), and transmission issues. The severity ranges from relatively inexpensive fixes like oxygen sensor replacement to major repairs like engine rebuilds. Costs can vary widely depending on the specific issue and the repair shop.