Two updated Subaru models: the Crosstrek and Impreza, have both received five-star ANCAP safety ratings following recent safety upgrades to their MY25 versions.
These top scores apply to Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles built from April 2025 and available in showrooms from June 2025. ANCAP confirmed that the safety ratings reflect shared test results between the two models, as they feature similar designs and safety features.
Earlier versions of the G6X Series Crosstrek (introduced in May 2023) and the G6 Series Impreza (launched in April 2024) are not covered by the new rating.
High Safety Scores Across the Board
Both vehicles achieved strong scores in key safety areas:
- Adult Occupant Protection: 83 per cent
- Child Occupant Protection: 91 per cent
- Vulnerable Road User Protection: Crosstrek 85 per cent, Impreza 84 per cent
- Safety Assist: 73 per cent
The models earned praise for providing Good protection for the driver in full-width frontal, side impact, and oblique crash tests. Front passenger protection in the frontal offset test also scored well. A centre airbag between the front seats is now standard, though its performance in some side impact scenarios was mixed.
In child safety testing, both vehicles scored maximum points when crash-tested with six- and ten-year-old dummies. ISOFIX and top tether anchorages are included in the second row, allowing for safe and easy installation of most child restraints.
Pedestrian Safety and Collision Avoidance
The Crosstrek and Impreza were also tested for how well they protect pedestrians and cyclists. Their bonnets and windscreens offered good protection for a pedestrian’s head, but results were poor around the windscreen pillars, an area known for being structurally stiff.
Both models use Subaru’s EyeSight safety technology, which includes:
- Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
- Lane keep assist
- Emergency lane keeping
- Speed assistance systems
- Driver monitoring for fatigue and distraction
According to ANCAP, each vehicle can detect and react to people walking or cycling ahead, and avoid or reduce crash impacts in many forward-travel situations.
Subtle Differences Between the Two Models
Despite sharing most of their design and technology, the Crosstrek and Impreza showed slight differences in pedestrian safety. The Impreza performed better in head and lower leg protection, while the Crosstrek provided stronger upper leg (femur) protection. These results led to a slightly higher Vulnerable Road User Protection score for the Crosstrek.
Strong Choice for Fleets and Families
“The Subaru Crosstrek is an important model for the Australian and New Zealand markets and continues to be a popular choice for fleet and private buyers alike,” said ANCAP Chief Executive Officer Carla Hoorweg.
Both the Crosstrek and Impreza are available with petrol and hybrid options, and priced within a broad bracket up to $65,000, making them accessible for a wide range of drivers looking for safety, value, and technology in a small SUV or car.
The full safety report for the Subaru Crosstek can be found here while the full safety report for the Subaru Impreza can be found here.
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