Subaru XV / Impreza specs: horsepower, fuel consumption & ground clearance
The Subaru XV / Impreza in Kenya: 1 version from 2014–2018, 152 hp, 14 km/L, 200 mm ground clearance. Read the Subaru XV / Impreza buyer’s guide for prices and what to check.
All versions at a glance
| Version | Power | Torque | Clearance | Economy | Fuel / month* | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Subaru XV / Impreza 2.0 2.0L FB20 Boxer-4 · CVT · AWD · 2014–2018 | 152 hp | 196 Nm | 200 mm | 14 km/L | KES 24,300 | KES 1.9M–2.9M |
*1,500 km a month at KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) (diesel: KES 227.76/L). Typical factory figures — individual cars vary.
Subaru XV / Impreza 2.0L Boxer-4 (2014–2018)
2014–2018 · typical price KES 1.9M–2.9M · source: GariSpec model library
- Power
- 152 hp
- Torque
- 196 Nm
- Engine
- 2.0L Boxer-4 (2.0L FB20 Boxer-4)
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Ground clearance
- 200 mm
- Fuel economy
- 14 km/L
- Fuel tank
- 63 litres
- Seats
- 5
- 0–100 km/h
- 10.4 s
- Top speed
- 194 km/h
Kenya Fit
- Murram-ready200 mm of ground clearance handles murram, potholes and tall estate bumps.
- Parts easy to findSubaru spares are easy to find in Nairobi and major towns, and most mechanics know them.
What it means in plain English
Power — 152 hp, “Confident”. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
Torque — 196 Nm, “Moderate”. Pulls a family car well. You will hear the engine work up the Kikuyu–Limuru escarpment.
Ground clearance — 200 mm, “SUV”. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
Fuel economy — 14 km/L, “Economical”. Easy on the wallet for daily driving. At KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 16,200, 1,500 km about KES 24,300 and 2,500 km about KES 40,500.
Engine — 4 cylinders, “Kenya’s workhorse”. Smooth enough, economical, and strong when turbocharged — especially as a diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Subaru XV / Impreza have?
Depending on the version, the Subaru XV / Impreza makes 152 hp — 2.0L Boxer-4 (2014–2018): 152 hp and 196 Nm. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
What is the fuel consumption of the Subaru XV / Impreza?
2.0L Boxer-4: about 14 km/L (≈ KES 24,300 a month for 1,500 km). Costs use KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) and diesel at KES 227.76/L. Factory figures — Nairobi traffic uses more.
What is the ground clearance of the Subaru XV / Impreza?
About 200 mm. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
What engine does the Subaru XV / Impreza use?
The Subaru XV / Impreza in Kenya comes with: 2.0L FB20 Boxer-4. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
Is the Subaru XV / Impreza 2WD, AWD or 4WD?
Versions sold in Kenya are AWD. AWD adds grip in the rains and on murram, but there is no low range for serious off-roading.
How many seats does the Subaru XV / Impreza have?
5 seats.
How much is a Subaru XV / Impreza in Kenya?
Typical Kenyan asking prices for imports in good condition are about KES 1.9M–2.9M, depending on year, mileage, grade and whether duty is paid.
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Typical factory figures for each version. Individual cars vary with trim, market and condition — confirm against the car’s documents and auction sheet. Spot a mistake? Tell us.