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Sedan

5 Seats

25-32 MPG

(Combined)

Key specs of the base trim

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Overview

Is this the car for you?

(4.8) 138 reviews

The Good

Interior materials on top trim
Ride and handling balance
Rear legroom and headroom
Multimedia system usability
Front and rear visibility

The Bad

Cheap interior materials on base and mid-level trims
Advanced safety features not available on base model
Road noise
CVT drone
Trunk space

Offered as a sedan or hatchback
Standard all-wheel drive
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity standard
Sport trim level with unique suspension tuning
EyeSight suite of active safety features available

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What it is: The Subaru Impreza is a compact car that has all-wheel drive and is available as either a sedan or hatchback. It features a manual or continuously variable automatic transmission and seats five. Competitors include the Mazda3, Kia Forte and Honda Civic.

New for 2018

Premium and higher trim levels gain automatic headlight activation that's triggered by windshield wiper use.

4.8

138 reviews — Read All reviews

Exterior Styling

4.8

Performance

4.6

Interior Design

4.6

Comfort

4.7

Reliability

4.5

Value For The Money

4.8

Exterior Styling: (4.8)
Performance: (4.6)
Interior Design: (4.6)
Comfort: (4.7)
Reliability: (4.5)
Value For The Money: (4.8)

Read reviews that mention:

(5.0)

Great car for someone who loves to drive

by AaronM from Cincinnati on February 18, 2020

I have been incredibly happy with the performance, comfort, and quality of this car. It runs reliably, is incredibly stylish, and has never let me down. Read full review

(5.0)

AWD, 5 star safety rating , comfortable, quiet

by Awperator from Eugene, OR on January 30, 2020

I love this impreza! It's not a speed demon, but very safe and reliable, in the snow it's the best! I just bought my 2nd Subaru! Read full review

Recalls

The 2018 Subaru Impreza currently has 2 recalls

Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

Based on 2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i

IIHS rates vehicles good, acceptable, marginal, or poor.

Ease of Use: good

Dynamic Rating: good
Overall Rear: good
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry: good

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Overall Rating: good

Chest: good
Head/Neck: good
Left Leg/Foot: good
Overall Front: good
Restraints: good
Right Leg/Foot: good
Structure/safety cage: good

Roof Strength: good

Driver Head Protection: good
Driver Head and Neck: good
Driver Pelvis/Leg: good
Driver Torso: good
Overall Side: good
Rear Passenger Head Protection: good
Rear Passenger Head and Neck: good
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg: good
Rear Passenger Torso: good
Structure/safety cage: good

Chest: good
Head/Neck: good
Hip/Thigh: good
Lower Leg/Foot: good
Overall Evaluation: good
Restraints and Dummy Kinematics: good
Structure and Safety Cage: good
: good

Chest: good
Head/Neck: good
Hip/Thigh: good
Lower Leg/Foot: good
Overall Evaluation: good
Restraints and Dummy Kinematics: good
Structure and Safety Cage: good

Chest: good
Head/Neck: good
Hip/Thigh: good
Lower Leg/Foot: good
Restraints and Dummy Kinematics: good

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is a nonprofit research and communications organization funded by auto insurers.

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New Car Program Benefits

Bumper-to-Bumper

36 months / 36,000 miles
Powertrain

60 months / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance

36 months / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned Program Benefits

Maximum Age/Mileage

5 years/80,000 miles
Basic Warranty Terms

Coverage available for purchase
Powertrain

7 years/100,000
Dealer Certification Required

152-point inspection
Roadside Assistance

Yes
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Have questions about warranties or CPO programs?

See warranty FAQs or visit the manufacturer's website

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Cars.com Car Seat Check

Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The Impreza received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*

Third-row access

N/A

Latch or Latch system

Infant seat

Forward-facing convertible

(second row)

Rear-facing convertible

Booster

(second row)

* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.

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Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

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