Negotiating leverage
58
strong leverage / 100
~57 days of national supply and listings typically ~6% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
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2016 Subaru Impreza Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$10,190
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$3,995$18,998
- Typical market range
- $9,708–$13,394
- Ridekick fair price
- $10,190
- Original MSRP range
- $19,795–$23,595
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
57
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Subaru Impreza.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$18,211–$19,003
Estimated dealer invoice — about $19,795 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $9,694 | $21,095 | $19,407–$20,251 |
| Base | $10,040 | $19,795 | $18,211–$19,003 |
| Sport Premium | $10,704 | $22,095 | $20,327–$21,211 |
| Limited | $11,350 | $22,595 | $20,787–$21,691 |
| Sport Limited | $11,811 | $23,595 | $21,707–$22,651 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$8,582$16,645$24,707
Fair pricePremium
$9,694
Premium: fair price $9,694, original MSRP $21,095, estimated dealer cost $19,407 to $20,251.
Base
$10,040
Base: fair price $10,040, original MSRP $19,795, estimated dealer cost $18,211 to $19,003.
Sport Premium
$10,704
Sport Premium: fair price $10,704, original MSRP $22,095, estimated dealer cost $20,327 to $21,211.
Limited
$11,350
Limited: fair price $11,350, original MSRP $22,595, estimated dealer cost $20,787 to $21,691.
Sport Limited
$11,811
Sport Limited: fair price $11,811, original MSRP $23,595, estimated dealer cost $21,707 to $22,651.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Subaru Impreza runs about $10,686 in MT to $12,089 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $752 | $110+ | $11,237 |
| TX | $648 | $332 | $11,355 |
| FL | $623 | $1,074+ | $12,072 |
| NY | $415 | $371 | $11,161 |
| PA | $623 | $587 | $11,585 |
| IL | $648 | $683 | $11,706 |
| OH | $597 | $444 | $11,416 |
| GA | $726 | $637 | $11,738 |
| NC | $311 | $793 | $11,479 |
| WA | $674 | $215+ | $11,264 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $10,900 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2016 Subaru Impreza.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
Campaign 19V149000 · 28/02/2019
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2016 Subaru Impreza?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $10,190, within a typical market range of $9,708 to $13,394.
Is the 2016 Subaru Impreza cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $19,795, so a fair used price is roughly $9,605 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Subaru Impreza?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $10,686 in MT to $12,089 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Subaru Impreza?
There are about 57 days of national market supply for the 2016 Subaru Impreza — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Subaru Impreza.
How much can you negotiate on a 2016 Subaru Impreza?
Negotiating leverage rates 58/100 (strong). ~57 days of national supply and listings typically ~6% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Subaru Impreza?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $18,211–$19,003 — its $19,795 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.