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Used Subaru Levorg I: the buying guide

Family car · 2015–2020 · Petrol

✓ 12 sources cited · updated on 13 October 2026

Buy with care
Reliability
not rated
No documented fault
Estimated monthly cost
€433/month
Indicative prices
€12,500 – €21,000

2 known faults

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Subaru Levorg I, front three-quarter view

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Verdict

Buy with care

Sporty all-wheel-drive estate, rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2016, with a large 522-litre boot. It has been subject to safety recalls (electric parking brake, fuel pump): check from the VIN that they have been carried out.

Reliability
not rated
Indicative prices
€12,500 – €21,000
Monthly cost
€433
Euro NCAP
5/5

Which version to choose

Versions to favour: 1.6 DIT 170 Lineartronic.

  • 1.6 DIT 170 Lineartronic

    ✓ Recommended

    Petrol · Automatic · 170 hp · 7.1 L/100 km · 166 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1

    1.6 boxer turbo with 250 Nm, 6-speed Lineartronic (CVT) gearbox and all-wheel drive, sold from 2015 to 2020. Around 7.1 L/100 km announced (2018 listing).

  • 2.0i 150 Lineartronic

    Petrol · Automatic · 150 hp · 8.7 L/100 km · 196 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1

    2.0i 150 hp version with Lineartronic gearbox, offered in France from 2019-2020: 8.7 L/100 km and 196 g/km of CO2 announced. Consumption judged high by ADAC (8.3 L/100 km measured).

Market prices

€12,500 – €21,000

Indicative range: 2016 to 2019, 12,000 to 260,000 km, online listings from private and dealer sellers aggregated by LeParking.

Collected on 13 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.

Known faults

Electric parking brake recall

Manufacturer recall

The connector of the electronic parking brake may not work as intended: the vehicle may then move while the brake is applied. The recall covers 2015-2018 Levorg models (European alert and Australian recall). Repair is free at the dealership; check with the VIN.

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
1.6 DIT 170 Lineartronic
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Fuel pump recall

Manufacturer recall

The resin impeller of the low-pressure pump can swell and deform in the fuel, which can stall the engine. A recall is documented for 2018-2019 Levorg models in Australia and Japan (extended to 2017-2020 in Japan in 2024); the exact coverage of European cars is not specified in these sources: ask a Subaru dealer with the VIN.

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
1.6 DIT 170 Lineartronic
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

All faults by version and mileage →

Manufacturer recalls

See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Subaru Levorg”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.

Real monthly cost

Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated

Monthly cost by item
Fuel or electricity€175
Insurance€64
Maintenance€26
Depreciation€168
Total per month€433

⚠ Estimates to treat with caution

  • Insurance: average for a closely related model (other generation or same platform).
  • Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
  • Maintenance: budget of a closely related model.
  • Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
Fuel (petrol)€175

1.6 DIT 170 Lineartronic version: combined consumption of 7.1 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.

7.1 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €175

Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.

Consumption: technical data for the version (sources at the bottom of the guide).

Insurance€64

Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.

Maintenance€26

Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.

Depreciation€168

Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.

Inspection checklist

Things to check

  • Have a Subaru dealer check, using the VIN, that the electric parking brake and fuel pump recalls have been carried out.
  • Test the electric parking brake: applying, releasing and holding on a slope.
  • Try the Lineartronic gearbox cold and under load: jerking or abnormal noises when pulling away.
  • Check that the EyeSight system works (clean cameras, no warning messages).
  • Review the service book and invoices, and ask the seller for the actual fuel consumption recorded.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Were the electric parking brake and fuel pump recalls carried out? Do you have proof?
  • Has the car been serviced within the Subaru network?
  • What average fuel consumption do you record day to day?

Test-drive tip: read the fault codes

A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.

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Electric or hybrid equivalent

No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost

Alternatives

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II · 2017–2023

Good choice, check first
Price
€15,000 – €24,000
Reliability
4.5/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Hybrid

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Škoda Octavia

III · 2013–2020

Extra caution
Price
€9,495 – €18,900
Reliability
2.5/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

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Volkswagen Passat

B8 · 2014–2023

Buy with care
Price
€10,000 – €24,000
Reliability
3/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid

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Toyota Corolla

XII · since 2019

Excellent choice
Price
€18,000 – €29,900
Reliability
5/5
Fuel types
Hybrid

Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Subaru Levorg I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Subaru Levorg safe?

It scored 5 stars in the Euro NCAP crash tests in 2016 (92% for adult protection), with the EyeSight pack. Safety recalls have nevertheless existed: check them with the VIN.

What is the boot capacity of the Levorg?

522 litres, up to 1,446 litres with the rear seats folded (technical data sheet for the 2018 1.6 version).

Which engine should I choose?

The 1.6 turbo with 170 hp, available throughout the period; the newer 2.0i with 150 hp announces 8.7 L/100 km against 7.1 L/100 km for the 1.6.

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