2018 Subaru Impreza Depreciation

A 8-year-old 2018 Subaru Impreza has lost about 37.1% of its roughly $18,495 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $12,421, with most listings between $9,619 and $14,677. Listed examples average 96,323 miles.

Subaru Impreza exterior
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2018 Subaru Impreza Price by Mileage

What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.

30k–50k mi
$16,617· 5 listings
50k–75k mi
$14,660· 11 listings
75k–100k mi
$13,257· 16 listings
100k–130k mi
$10,982· 14 listings
Over 130k mi
$8,495· 11 listings

How Mileage Affects 2018 Subaru Impreza Price

Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.

2018 Subaru Impreza median price by mileage band
MileageMedian priceListings
30k–50k mi$16,6175
50k–75k mi$14,66011
75k–100k mi$13,25716
100k–130k mi$10,98214
Over 130k mi$8,49511

What's a Good Price for a 2018 Subaru Impreza?

Great deal

Under $10,355

Typical

$10,355$14,387

Overpriced

Above $14,387

Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.

Price Spread

Range across 57 listings.

Low $7,713High $16,929

Half of all listings fall between $10,355 and $14,387, with a median of $12,421.

2018 Subaru Impreza Efficiency & Specs

EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.

Combined

30 MPG

City / Hwy

27 / 36

Fuel / year

$2,100

Fuel

Regular

Engine

2.0L 4-cyl

EPA class

Midsize Cars

Depreciation by Trim

See how each 2018 Subaru Impreza trim holds its value.

TrimFuelMSRPMedian ResaleDepreciationListings
2.0iGasoline$18,495$12,42137.1%57

How the 2018 Subaru Impreza Compares to Other Years

At 37.1% depreciation, the 2018 Subaru Impreza sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2019 has lost 30.8% (around $13,679), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $1,258 more. The older 2017 sits at 42.1% (around $11,434), so dropping back a year saves about $987. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.

Safety Ratings

NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2018 Subaru Impreza.

Overall
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover

View full NHTSA report

Known Issues & Complaints

149 NHTSA complaints, 5 recalls reported.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

62 complaints

On 8/9/24 I was involved in a fender bender minor collision with a parked car which damaged my right-hand headlamp assembly on my 2018 Subaru Impreza. On 8/23/24 I brought my car to Subaru of Ann Arbor to have Safety Recall WRG-22 NHTSA ID

1 crash

VISIBILITY/WIPER

28 complaints

While parked at a roadside rest for the night I heard a sound similar to cracking but didn’t think anything of it. The next day when the sun came up I noticed the windshield was cracking and had a few chips in it. The chips were not the cau

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

18 complaints

I bought a new Subaru Impreza and there is a cam carrier leak that was reported last time I took it for service at the dealership two weeks ago. There are only 41k miles on the car, and there were no warning lights/messages. Upon my researc

1 crash

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

11 complaints

My vehicle has repeatedly displayed a “low tire pressure” warning despite having been serviced twice for this issue. In addition, there is an open case with Subaru of America regarding ongoing performance concerns – fuel tank?! In addition,

1 crash1 injury

ENGINE

7 complaints

The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated and the high-temperature warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was

1 fire

VISIBILITY

6 complaints

The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated t

Top Issues

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • VISIBILITY/WIPER
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ENGINE

Buyer Red Flags

  • !Recall 21V587000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-press
  • !Recall 21V264000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition
  • !Recall 19V744000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV va
  • !Recall 19V743000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil af

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a 2018 Subaru Impreza worth?

A 2018 Subaru Impreza is typically worth around $12,421, with most listings falling between $9,619 and $14,677. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 96,323 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.

How much has the 2018 Subaru Impreza depreciated?

The 2018 Subaru Impreza has lost about 37.1% of its original $18,495 base MSRP — roughly $6,862 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.

How many miles does a used 2018 Impreza have?

Listed 2018 Imprezas average about 96,323 miles, with most between 58,957 and 133,304. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.

What is a good price for a 2018 Subaru Impreza?

For a 2018 Subaru Impreza, anything under $10,355 is a strong deal, $10,355 to $14,387 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $14,387 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.

Methodology

Figures for the 2018 Subaru Impreza are computed from 57 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.