Subaru Impreza 0–60 Times
The Subaru Impreza 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 28 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Subaru Impreza is the 1998 Subaru Impreza 2.5RX Coupe , which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.10 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.60 seconds at 103.0 mph, according to Motor Week.
The slowest tested Subaru Impreza is the 1993 Subaru Impreza L Wagon, which took 12.70 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 19.00 seconds at 72.2 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Out of all the Subaru Impreza tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 8.73 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.68 seconds at 84.20 mph.
Fastest Stock 0–60
7.40sec
2024 RS 5-door Hatchback
Fastest Overall
5.10sec
1998 2.5RX Coupe · modified
Avg ¼ Mile
16.68sec
@ 84.2 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
12.70sec
1993 L Wagon
Across 28 verified runs, the Subaru Impreza ranges from 5.10 to 12.70 seconds 0–60, with a 8.73-second average.
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Subaru Impreza Performance Overview
Subaru’s Impreza performance record spans 1993 to 2024 across 28 independently verified tests, charting a compact gasoline lineup that moved from basic economy trims to quicker naturally aspirated flat-four variants. Early GC/GF/GM-era results ranged from the 1993 L Wagon at 12.7 seconds to 60 mph to the outlying 5.1-second run and 13.6-second quarter-mile at 103 mph recorded by the 1998 2.5RX Coupe, still the quickest Impreza test in this dataset. Engine output in the first generation ran from 110 to 165 hp, with both naturally aspirated and turbocharged applications represented in period specifications.
From the GD/GG generation onward, tested Imprezas settled into a narrower, mainstream performance band. The 2002 2.5RS Sedan posted 7.8 seconds to 60 mph, followed by the 2008 2.5i Sedan at 7.6 seconds as the GE/GH/GR/GV cars carried over naturally aspirated EJ power. The GP/GJ and GK/GT generations shifted to the FB20, with the 2012 2.0i Premium 5-door Hatchback at 8.0 seconds and the 2017 2.0i Sport Sedan at 8.4 seconds. Today’s GU-generation Impreza uses a 182-hp FB25D flat-four, and the 2024 RS 5-door Hatchback leads the current range at 7.4 seconds to 60 mph.
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Subaru Impreza 0–60 Times by Generation: GC/GF/GM to GU
6 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GU | 2024–present | 7.77s | 7.40s — 2024 RS 5-door Hatchback | 3 | The GU generation (2024–present) averaged 7.77 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2024 RS 5-door Hatchback at 7.40 seconds. Output was 182 hp across 2.5L F-4 configurations. |
| GK/GT | 2017–2023 | 9.19s | 8.40s — 2017 2.0i Sport Sedan | 7 | The GK/GT generation (2017–2023) averaged 9.19 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2017 2.0i Sport Sedan at 8.40 seconds. Output was 152 hp across 2.0L F-4 configurations. |
| GP/GJ | 2012–2016 | 9.09s | 8.00s — 2012 2.0i Premium 5-door Hatchback | 9 | The GP/GJ generation (2012–2016) averaged 9.09 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 2012 2.0i Premium 5-door Hatchback at 8.00 seconds. Output was 148 hp across 2.0L F-4 configurations. |
| GE/GH/GR/GV | 2008–2011 | 8.50s | 7.60s — 2008 2.5i Sedan | 3 | The GE/GH/GR/GV generation (2008–2011) averaged 8.50 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2008 2.5i Sedan at 7.60 seconds. Output was 170 hp across 2.5L F-4 configurations. |
| GD/GG | 2000–2007 | 7.83s | 7.80s — 2002 2.5RS Sedan | 3 | The GD/GG generation (2000–2007) averaged 7.83 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2002 2.5RS Sedan at 7.80 seconds. Output ranged from 165 to 173 hp across 2.5L F-4 configurations. |
| GC/GF/GM | 1992–2000 | 8.70s | 5.10s — 1998 2.5RX Coupe | 3 | The GC/GF/GM generation (1992–2000) averaged 8.70 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 1998 2.5RX Coupe at 5.10 seconds. Output ranged from 110 to 165 hp across 1.8L F-4, 2.5L F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
GU
2024–present
Avg 0–60
7.77s
Fastest
7.40s
Tests
3
2024 RS 5-door Hatchback
The GU generation (2024–present) averaged 7.77 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2024 RS 5-door Hatchback at 7.40 seconds. Output was 182 hp across 2.5L F-4 configurations.
GK/GT
2017–2023
Avg 0–60
9.19s
Fastest
8.40s
Tests
7
2017 2.0i Sport Sedan
The GK/GT generation (2017–2023) averaged 9.19 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2017 2.0i Sport Sedan at 8.40 seconds. Output was 152 hp across 2.0L F-4 configurations.
GP/GJ
2012–2016
Avg 0–60
9.09s
Fastest
8.00s
Tests
9
2012 2.0i Premium 5-door Hatchback
The GP/GJ generation (2012–2016) averaged 9.09 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 2012 2.0i Premium 5-door Hatchback at 8.00 seconds. Output was 148 hp across 2.0L F-4 configurations.
GE/GH/GR/GV
2008–2011
Avg 0–60
8.50s
Fastest
7.60s
Tests
3
2008 2.5i Sedan
The GE/GH/GR/GV generation (2008–2011) averaged 8.50 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2008 2.5i Sedan at 7.60 seconds. Output was 170 hp across 2.5L F-4 configurations.
GD/GG
2000–2007
Avg 0–60
7.83s
Fastest
7.80s
Tests
3
2002 2.5RS Sedan
The GD/GG generation (2000–2007) averaged 7.83 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2002 2.5RS Sedan at 7.80 seconds. Output ranged from 165 to 173 hp across 2.5L F-4 configurations.
GC/GF/GM
1992–2000
Avg 0–60
8.70s
Fastest
5.10s
Tests
3
1998 2.5RX Coupe
The GC/GF/GM generation (1992–2000) averaged 8.70 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 1998 2.5RX Coupe at 5.10 seconds. Output ranged from 110 to 165 hp across 1.8L F-4, 2.5L F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations.
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Subaru Impreza 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
28 tests · 11 years
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2024 Subaru Impreza
3 verified runs
Avg 0–60
7.77
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.97
sec
Recorded Tests
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#02
2024 Subaru Impreza RS 5-door Hatchback
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.70s
¼ mi @ 90.1 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 90.1 mph
- Engine
- 2.5L F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 182 hp
- Torque
- 178 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,386 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 18.6 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 33 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 28
#04
2024 Subaru Impreza RS 5-door Hatchback
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.00s
¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.5L F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 182 hp
- Torque
- 178 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,386 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 18.6 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 33 H / 25 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #4 of 28
#10
2024 Subaru Impreza RS 5-door Hatchback
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.20s
¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 88.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.5L F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 182 hp
- Torque
- 178 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,386 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 18.6 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 33 H / 30.8 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #10 of 28
How we verify Subaru Impreza performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Subaru Impreza trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Subaru Impreza 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Recorded run
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Subaru Impreza performance FAQs
10 questions
The quickest 2024 Subaru Impreza on record is the RS 5-door Hatchback at 7.4 seconds from 0-60 mph. Other verified 2024 RS runs came in at 7.8 and 8.1 seconds, giving the current GU-generation Impreza a 7.77-second average across three tests.
The fastest Subaru Impreza on record is the 1998 2.5RX Coupe, which reached 60 mph in 5.1 seconds. That car was lightly modified, so it stands as the quickest overall Impreza test. It also owns the quickest quarter-mile result at 13.6 seconds at 103 mph.
The fastest stock Subaru Impreza on record is the 2024 RS 5-door Hatchback, with a best 0-60 mph time of 7.4 seconds. That run came from a production-spec car with Subaru's 182-hp 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine, standard AWD, and a 3,386-pound curb weight.
The GU Subaru Impreza, which starts with the 2024 model year, averages 7.77 seconds from 0-60 mph across three verified tests. Its quickest run is 7.4 seconds, all from the RS 5-door Hatchback. That makes the sixth-generation Impreza the quickest stock Impreza generation on record.
The first-generation GC/GF/GM Subaru Impreza averages 8.7 seconds from 0-60 mph across three tests. Its quickest run is the 1998 2.5RX Coupe at 5.1 seconds. Power outputs for this generation span 110 to 165 hp, with both naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions represented.
The quickest second-generation GD/GG Subaru Impreza on record is the 2002 2.5RS Sedan at 7.8 seconds to 60 mph. Across three tests, the GD/GG generation averages 7.83 seconds. Output for these cars ranges from 165 to 173 hp, and all recorded runs are naturally aspirated gasoline models.
Yes. The 2024 Impreza RS 5-door Hatchback has a best 0-60 mph time of 7.4 seconds, which is quicker than popular later trims like the 2017 2.0i Sport Sedan at 8.4 seconds, the 2012 2.0i Premium 5-door Hatchback at 8.0 seconds, and the 2002 2.5RS Sedan at 7.8 seconds.
The Impreza RS is quicker. The RS 5-door Hatchback has a best recorded 0-60 mph time of 7.4 seconds and averages 7.77 seconds across three tests. The 2.0i Sport Sedan has a best of 8.4 seconds and averages 9.03 seconds across three tests.
The RS is clearly quicker. The RS 5-door Hatchback averages 7.77 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best of 7.4 seconds. The 2.0i Sport Limited 5-door Hatchback averages 9.55 seconds and has a best of 9.0 seconds across four tests, making it notably slower in straight-line acceleration.
Across 28 Impreza tests, the average quarter-mile time is 16.68 seconds at 84.2 mph. The quickest quarter-mile on record is a 13.6-second pass at 103 mph from the lightly modified 1998 2.5RX Coupe. For the current 2024 RS, the best quarter-mile is 15.7 seconds at 90.1 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Subaru Impreza can do, not a single marketing claim.
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