Parts for your 2016 Subaru Impreza

2016 Subaru Impreza: easy-going daily with sensible upkeep

The 2016 Subaru Impreza is a tidy all-rounder, mixing Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with a relaxed 2.0‑litre boxer engine and a roomy cabin. It’s happy buzzing about town or chewing through country kilometres, and owners rate its planted feel on wet Kiwi and Aussie roads. With hatch and sedan body styles, it balances practicality and economy without feeling bare-bones.

Maintenance is straightforward if they keep to routine. Most workshops in Australia and New Zealand know the platform well, so parts and fluids are easy to organise. Service intervals generally land at around 12 months or 12,500 km, whichever comes first, though severe use—short trips, dusty tracks, or frequent towing—calls for tighter checks. A quick glance under the bonnet shows sensible access to filters, battery, and fluid reservoirs, making basic care simple.

• Engine and fluids: quality 0W‑20 or 5W‑30 oil that meets Subaru specs, fresh coolant, and regular brake fluid changes keep things sweet.
• Filters: engine air and cabin pollen filters clog quickly with red dust or coastal air, replacing them restores pep and clean airflow.
• Rubber and brakes: rotate tyres every 10,000 km to even wear on AWD, inspect pads, discs, and wheel bearings during rotations.
• Driveline: the CVT likes clean fluid at the prescribed interval, software updates can smooth shift logic.
• Body and bits: keep door seals clean, wipers fresh, and alignment in check after pothole hits to protect tyres and handling.

Treat it well and the Impreza stays frugal, quiet, and ready for weekend missions for years across Australasia.

Does the 2016 Subaru Impreza have a timing belt or chain?

It runs a timing chain, not a belt. There’s typically no scheduled replacement, but regular oil changes and inspections help the chain and tensioners live a long, quiet life.

What fuel and oil does it prefer in Australia and New Zealand?

It’s happy on 91 RON unleaded or higher. For oil, many owners use a full-synthetic 0W‑20 meeting the maker’s spec, in hotter regions a 5W‑30 may be acceptable. Always confirm with the handbook for local guidance.

How often should a 2016 Subaru Impreza be serviced locally?

Plan for every 12 months or about 12,500 km, whichever comes first. If the car tackles lots of short trips, dusty roads, or heavy loads, shorter intervals and extra filter checks are smart.