2013 Subaru Impreza Consumer Reviews

2013 Subaru Impreza

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2013 Subaru Impreza

Starting MSRP $17,895–$22,995

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Average Rating

4.4 out of 5
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Comfort:4.6 out of 5
Performance:4.0 out of 5
Exterior Styling:4.6 out of 5
Interior Design:4.2 out of 5
Value for the Money:4.6 out of 5
Reliability:4.9 out of 5

21 out of 23 people would recommended this car to a friend

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best car ever owned

by tl
from romeoville Illinois | June 10, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Very spacious interior. Good performance. Lot's of standard equipment. Good looking car. Have a 13 yr.old. Subaru impreza, very reliable."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Work


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Time to get back to Subaru

by Hill climber
from Berkshire County, MA | June 6, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"After too many years feeding and caring for Audis, we have returned to the best AWD for the money on the planet. I have'nt seen the trip computer report under 32 MPG yet. I have seen as high as 44.5 MPG on the screen. Four wheelers eat your hearts out..."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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great car and very happy with our decision.

by son of A
from San Francisco, CA | May 23, 2013

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"We recently purchased a 2013 impreza hatchback (wagon) to replace our 2007 corolla which was involved in an accident. The impreza is a lot of car for the money and has great crash test results. After researching numerous cars in its class, we decided the Subaru was the best fit for us since it scored amongst the highest in safety, has great fuel economy, and because its the only car amongst the rest to offer standard AWD; a definite plus for us since we love the snow. Great car and we are loving every minute of it! :)"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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Best Sedan for the Money!

by Breeno
from Brooklyn Park, MN | May 17, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 3 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I will start off by saying I love this car! The cons are: The performance of the vehicle is yet but slow, but hey what do you expect when trying to get the most MPGs out of a AWD car? The fact that if you dont push on the gas like most poeple do you can go a long ways without filling up, and thats doing 50/50 city/highway. The pros: I love the way a Subaru drives. Its true what they say in how it handles and rides. The outside is pretty cool and sleek. The interior is nice and not too complicated. All around you get what you "need" for the money. Currently have no issues and I have over 700 miles on the OD."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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First new car i have owned in 40 years

by Lucy
from Pottstown PA | April 30, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"We have had our iimprezafor only a month, but I LOVE It. It handles really well; gas mileage is great.I don't find it noisy, which was a concern in Consumer Reports.It is roomy inside.My only negative is I find it difficult to see around the head rests when I am checking for on coming traffic from the passenger side .Other than that it is a great car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Having fun


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Subaru Impreza - very good and very bad together

by Experienced car buyer
from Bay area, CA | April 27, 2013

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 2 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 3 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Overall I love my Impreza but it has one major defect and a few minor problems. The bluetooth/audio system has terrible software and does not work well at all. I have an iPhone and it does not connect very well. I can't load my phonebook, it is limited to 50 phone numbers and the voice system for getting your numbers into the phone is painfully bad. It is so klutzy is hard to believe that it is in a 2013 car. Subaru should be ashamed that they have included this in one of their cars. It has trouble recognizing voice commands, gets confused easily, is very slow and clumsy to use, Turns out the dealer knew all about this issue but gave me reassurances that it could be overcome, which is not true. I may have to buy an aftermarket system to replace it. Other minor issues - there is a bit of a small blind spot due to the hatchback design and the mirror don't quite give you a maximum view to the rear due to their rectangular shape. The car drives very well, is very peppy and corners beautifully, the paddle shifters are a dream, and the braking system is very smooth and responsive. It really sticks to the road and is fun to drive. Overall I am very pleased with the car but very upset about the poor performance of the audio system and the dealer's failure to help"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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2013 Impreza Sport Limited

by First Subaru Buyer
from Fort Collins, CO | April 14, 2013

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Wow, what a difference a year makes, the new 2013s have sleek styling and our came fully loaded with Navigation System and Back-Up Camera. While the Hands Free is "OK" the XM Upgrade sound system is pretty good. We have been averaging 32 MPG around town which was a pleasant surprise, though I have yet to see 36 MPG on the freeway. If you are tall (6'2" plus) than check out the Subaru Impreza, I'm 6'3" and I fit in both the front and back seat comfortably with decent leg room compared to other cars in this class. For the money and reliability, you can't beat a Subaru Impreza..."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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AWD is great

by First Time Lease
from Cape Cod, MA | March 25, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I drove off the lot with my new Impreza 3 weeks ago, and since then have had 3 snowstorms to contend with. This car drove through unplowed streets and slushy surfaces without even blinking. It is the first time ever that I haven't had to contend with getting stuck! I chose the hatchback model for the convenience, but I fell in love with the styling when I saw another one on the street while I was still trying to decide what car to buy. I love the AWD, Bluetooth, and inside styling as well. Would definitely rcommend this car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Worst Impreza Ever

by njmackem
from New Jersey | March 16, 2013

Rating from

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Comfort: 1 out of 5
Performance: 1 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 1 out of 5
Interior Design: 1 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"This is my fourth and last Subaru Impreza! For a car that was rally inspired, I really struggle to work out which rally inspired this? From my first Impreza in 1997 I have always loved the nimble handling, acceleration and overall thrill of driving the car. So to the new car, it sounds like a hair-dryer that is on the way out. The interior is bland, the handling is sluggish, the brakes are spongy. There is so much turbo lag on the car that pulling out into traffic is dangerous and annoying. I have had this car for 3 months, and I am already looking to trade it in for something else. I would take my daughters 1.6l 2008 Ford Focus over my 2.5l Subaru Impreza. I will never buy another Impreza again, and I am sure Colin McRae (who took the Subaru to WRX glory would be turning in his grave at what they have done to what was an amazing car)."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Overall, disappointing......

by 2nd Impreza H/Back Owner
from Oakland. CA | March 4, 2013

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 2 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 3 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"Pros, and there are some: Looks great, comfortable inside, leather seats for Ltd. model are nice, great visabililty, feels bigger inside than it is, good luggage space. Great rearview camera. Cons: Underpowered; really noisy if you are climbing anything, and thats with just one or two people; hate to think how it'll be fully loaded. Red dashboard is irritating, Mileage is nowhere near what they say - 23 is the overall, and thats with half or more on the freeway. Radio is all elctronic touch, ie like an Ipad, but way too small to do comfortably while driivng, or even stopped. Saving the dumbest for last: Every time you use Navigation, you have to touch the "I agree" button.. Even if you agreed a thousand times before.. Got a thousand miles now, and I would not buy it again..Sad, since I love my wife's 2011 Impreza.."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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