Key facts
Most reliable
Good choice, check first5.0/5
Least reliable
Buy with care3.0/5
Cheapest to buy
Buy with carefrom €3,000
Cheapest to run
Buy with care≈ €352/month
Used Subaru ranking
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0
Good choice, check firstPhoto: CybaTruc, CC BY-SA 4.0
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Mliu92, CC BY-SA 4.0
Good choice, check firstPhoto: IFCAR, Public domain
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0
Good choice, check firstPhoto: EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0
Good choice, check firstPhoto: EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0
Subaru Outback
2014–2021 · Petrol, Diesel
- Estimated monthly cost
- €525/month
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Ank Kumar, CC BY-SA 4.0
Buy with carePhoto: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Subaru Forester
2013–2019 · Petrol, Diesel
- Estimated monthly cost
- €428/month
Buy with carePhoto: Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0
Subaru Legacy
2009–2014 · Petrol, Diesel
- Estimated monthly cost
- €352/month
Buy with carePhoto: IFCAR, Public domain
Subaru Outback
2009–2014 · Petrol, Diesel
- Estimated monthly cost
- €392/month
Buy with carePhoto: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0
Buy with carePhoto: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 4.0
Buy with carePhoto: Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0
Subaru Impreza
2017–2023 · Petrol, Hybrid
- Estimated monthly cost
- €453/month
Buy with carePhoto: Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0
Frequently asked questions
What is the most reliable used Subaru?
Among the models we analysed, the Subaru BRZ I (ZC) has the best reliability score: 5.0/5, calculated from its known, sourced faults.
Which used Subaru models should you avoid?
No model we analysed is rated "Avoid" or "Poor reliability". The lowest score is the Subaru Outback IV (BR) (3.0/5): check its known faults before buying.
Which used Subaru should you buy on a small budget?
The Subaru Legacy V is the cheapest to buy among the models we analysed: from €3,000 according to our price surveys. The lowest all-in monthly cost is the Subaru Legacy V: about €352 per month at 12,000 km a year.
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 (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.
