Choose the factory headlight system below to see the correct bulb and recommendation path for this 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Source-listed fitment data supplied by CarBulbGuide. Confirm the installed bulbs and configuration before ordering.
Low beam
D2S
High beam
9005 / HB3
Factory setup
Body Style: hatchback
Choose the factory system installed in this vehicle. Bulb sizes and recommendations change with that selection.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Body Style: hatchback
Low Beam: D2S · High Beam: 9005 / HB3
Factory Xenon replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 220
Low Beam D2S
Estimated price$150
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Premium Output
The Night Breaker 220 is the premium pick when performance matters more than chasing the whitest possible color. It improves low and high beam output while keeping a warmer, weather-friendly stock-style tone.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+58% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 645 lux
Color4,500K 100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 4,500K · 5000K pure white
The CBI-NG is the styling-friendly premium choice. It still performs well, but the main reason to buy it is the cleaner 5300K tone that gives factory HID headlights a more modern white look.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+25% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 509 lux
Color5,300K 900K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,300K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Body Style: hatchback; Lighting: halogen
Low Beam: H11
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
Low Beam H11
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Base / Limited; Body Style: hatchback; Lighting: halogen
Low Beam: H11
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
Low Beam H11
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Body Style: hatchback; Lighting: HID
Low Beam: D2S
Factory Xenon replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 220
Low Beam D2S
Estimated price$150
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Premium Output
The Night Breaker 220 is the premium pick when performance matters more than chasing the whitest possible color. It improves low and high beam output while keeping a warmer, weather-friendly stock-style tone.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+58% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 645 lux
Color4,500K 100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 4,500K · 5000K pure white
The CBI-NG is the styling-friendly premium choice. It still performs well, but the main reason to buy it is the cleaner 5300K tone that gives factory HID headlights a more modern white look.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+25% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 509 lux
Color5,300K 900K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,300K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Base / Limited; Body Style: hatchback; Lighting: HID
Low Beam: D2R
Factory Xenon replacement
DDM Tuning Ultra Xenon
Low Beam D2R
Estimated price$50
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Value
The DDM Ultra Xenon is the value pick because the 5500K version delivers strong low-beam performance at a much lower price than the major premium brands.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+43% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 583 lux
Color5,500K 1,100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,500K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Base / Limited; Body Style: hatchback
High Beam: 9005 / HB3
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
High Beam 9005 / HB3
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Body Style: sedan
Low Beam: D2S · High Beam: 9005 / HB3
Factory Xenon replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 220
Low Beam D2S
Estimated price$150
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Premium Output
The Night Breaker 220 is the premium pick when performance matters more than chasing the whitest possible color. It improves low and high beam output while keeping a warmer, weather-friendly stock-style tone.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+58% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 645 lux
Color4,500K 100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 4,500K · 5000K pure white
The CBI-NG is the styling-friendly premium choice. It still performs well, but the main reason to buy it is the cleaner 5300K tone that gives factory HID headlights a more modern white look.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+25% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 509 lux
Color5,300K 900K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,300K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Body Style: sedan; Lighting: halogen
Low Beam: H11
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
Low Beam H11
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Base / Limited; Body Style: sedan; Lighting: halogen
Low Beam: H11
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
Low Beam H11
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Body Style: sedan; Lighting: HID
Low Beam: D2S
Factory Xenon replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 220
Low Beam D2S
Estimated price$150
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Premium Output
The Night Breaker 220 is the premium pick when performance matters more than chasing the whitest possible color. It improves low and high beam output while keeping a warmer, weather-friendly stock-style tone.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+58% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 645 lux
Color4,500K 100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 4,500K · 5000K pure white
The CBI-NG is the styling-friendly premium choice. It still performs well, but the main reason to buy it is the cleaner 5300K tone that gives factory HID headlights a more modern white look.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+25% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 509 lux
Color5,300K 900K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,300K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Base / Limited; Body Style: sedan; Lighting: HID
Low Beam: D2R
Factory Xenon replacement
DDM Tuning Ultra Xenon
Low Beam D2R
Estimated price$50
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Value
The DDM Ultra Xenon is the value pick because the 5500K version delivers strong low-beam performance at a much lower price than the major premium brands.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+43% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 583 lux
Color5,500K 1,100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,500K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Base / Limited; Body Style: sedan
High Beam: 9005 / HB3
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
High Beam 9005 / HB3
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Lighting: halogen
Low Beam: H11
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
Low Beam H11
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Sport; Lighting: halogen
Low Beam: H11
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
Low Beam H11
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Touring; Lighting: halogen
Low Beam: H11
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
Low Beam H11
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Lighting: HID
Low Beam: D2S
Factory Xenon replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 220
Low Beam D2S
Estimated price$150
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Premium Output
The Night Breaker 220 is the premium pick when performance matters more than chasing the whitest possible color. It improves low and high beam output while keeping a warmer, weather-friendly stock-style tone.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+58% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 645 lux
Color4,500K 100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 4,500K · 5000K pure white
The CBI-NG is the styling-friendly premium choice. It still performs well, but the main reason to buy it is the cleaner 5300K tone that gives factory HID headlights a more modern white look.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+25% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 509 lux
Color5,300K 900K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,300K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Sport; Lighting: HID
Low Beam: D2R
Factory Xenon replacement
DDM Tuning Ultra Xenon
Low Beam D2R
Estimated price$50
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Value
The DDM Ultra Xenon is the value pick because the 5500K version delivers strong low-beam performance at a much lower price than the major premium brands.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+43% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 583 lux
Color5,500K 1,100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,500K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Touring; Lighting: HID
Low Beam: D2R
Factory Xenon replacement
DDM Tuning Ultra Xenon
Low Beam D2R
Estimated price$50
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Value
The DDM Ultra Xenon is the value pick because the 5500K version delivers strong low-beam performance at a much lower price than the major premium brands.
Measured vs factory Xenon referenceMeasured test
Low beam+43% light
Reference 408 lux · Upgrade 583 lux
Color5,500K 1,100K cooler
Reference 4,400K · Upgrade 5,500K · 5000K pure white
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Sport
High Beam: 9005 / HB3
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
High Beam 9005 / HB3
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Best headlight upgrades
These products were physically tested by BulbFacts, but the tests were not performed in this exact vehicle unless a card explicitly says otherwise.
Trim: Touring
High Beam: 9005 / HB3
Best direct replacement
OSRAM Night Breaker 200
High Beam 9005 / HB3
Estimated price$20-34
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb size
Best Standard Reflector Upgrade
The Night Breaker 200 is the top standard-wattage reflector recommendation at the time of review. Anything scoring higher in the reflector chart uses much higher wattage, while the NB200 keeps the simple drop-in halogen format.
BulbFacts testedCorrect bulb sizeprojector housing only
Best Premium Distance
The Morimoto XB Elite remains the premium performance benchmark from the current HID recommendations. It tested as one of the strongest 35W projector-focused HID kits and is the better fit when you want a complete, higher-quality conversion kit instead of a generic marketplace option.
A matching bulb size identifies fitment; it does not by itself prove optical compatibility or make a conversion a vehicle-specific recommendation. Use the LED upgrade path only with a reflector housing and confirm beam pattern and glare after installation. Use the HID upgrade path only with a projector housing; it is not a reflector-housing recommendation.
Other bulbs
Available exterior and interior lighting data for this model year.
Confirm the installed bulb, connector, housing, and factory system before ordering.
Position
Bulb or system
Fitment status
Low BeamBody Style: hatchback
D2S
Likely fitment
High BeamBody Style: hatchback
9005 / HB3
Likely fitment
Low BeamBody Style: hatchback; Lighting: halogen
H11
Likely fitment
Low BeamTrim: Base / Limited; Body Style: hatchback; Lighting: halogen
H11
Likely fitment
Low BeamBody Style: hatchback; Lighting: HID
D2S
Likely fitment
Low BeamTrim: Base / Limited; Body Style: hatchback; Lighting: HID
D2R
Likely fitment
High BeamTrim: Base / Limited; Body Style: hatchback
9005 / HB3
Likely fitment
Low BeamBody Style: sedan
D2S
Likely fitment
High BeamBody Style: sedan
9005 / HB3
Likely fitment
Low BeamBody Style: sedan; Lighting: halogen
H11
Likely fitment
Low BeamTrim: Base / Limited; Body Style: sedan; Lighting: halogen
H11
Likely fitment
Low BeamBody Style: sedan; Lighting: HID
D2S
Likely fitment
Low BeamTrim: Base / Limited; Body Style: sedan; Lighting: HID
D2R
Likely fitment
High BeamTrim: Base / Limited; Body Style: sedan
9005 / HB3
Likely fitment
Low BeamLighting: halogen
H11
Bulb size confirmed
Low BeamTrim: Sport; Lighting: halogen
H11
Likely fitment
Low BeamTrim: Touring; Lighting: halogen
H11
Likely fitment
Low BeamLighting: HID
D2S
Bulb size confirmed
Low BeamTrim: Sport; Lighting: HID
D2R
Likely fitment
Low BeamTrim: Touring; Lighting: HID
D2R
Likely fitment
High BeamTrim: Sport
9005 / HB3
Likely fitment
High BeamTrim: Touring
9005 / HB3
Likely fitment
Other Subaru Impreza years
Each model year opens its own BulbFacts record. Bulb sizes and factory systems are not carried over from adjacent years.
Fitment note: Verify the installed bulb, connector, housing, and factory system before ordering. A bulb-size match is not automatically a conversion recommendation or proof of vehicle-specific testing.
