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2018 Subaru Impreza consumer reviews

$18,495–$19,495 MSRP range
side view of 2018 Impreza Subaru
(145 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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Most reliable car I?ve owned.

This car has met all my needs. It?s comfortable, very controlable, great design. Its been very reliable. I?m glad I was able to purchase it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A Beautiful Gutless Lemon

I've had this thing back in the shop about every 3 weeks since I bought it in December, 2017. Clunking struts, water leaks to the interior, buggy stereo, broken sunroof, a clacking noise with the engine, electric baffles are broken. It's been running with a check engine light for more days than not and it's only just rolled over 10,000km. The only thing it has going for it is the AWD, it's a nice looking car but IMO the mazda 3 or civics are better. Very poor acceleration, I've almost been hit a couple times because the engine lugs so hard in 1st gear (manual trans).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Subaru Auto Mall Cincinnati

I am extremely satisfied with my new purchase.This is my 2nd Subaru purchase.Subarus have a history of fewer repairs and owners rarely sell them in the secondary market.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A Radio Away from Perfection

Our new 2018 Impreza is our fifth Subaru -- and like its predecessors, it is a fine car that I know will provide many happy miles for us. The cabin is comfortable, roomy, and well-appointed for a low-end car -- and, while some have commented on the engine's power, I have not found it lacking. I has pep taking off from a standing start, and I have had no difficulty with passing. If I had one complaint about the car, it would be the radio/infotainment system. It is not as responsive to the touch as I would like, and as a result, I have to take my eyes off the road to tune it. I also find the reception poor. Signals fade out far closer to home with this car than with our previous Subarus. Still, given its attractive styling, Subaru reputation for durability, all-wheel-drive stability, and value for the money, I am pleased with our purchase. I would heartily recommend this model to anyone who is looking for a roomy and practical sedan.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Solid and Reliable

Love this car! Very solid, very safe and very well built. This car will hold it's resale value as well, but not planning on selling it.... ever.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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much better ride than Rav 4

Great ride. good gas mileage. nice interior. electric seat adjustments. separate heat and air conditioning syncs for front passengers. good radio. nice options. very reliable

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Fantastic Car at an even better price

Couldn't speak any more highly about the Impreza I purchased. From the exterior styling, to the color, to the interior features, everything about the car has been perfect so far. The seats are very comfortable which adds to the great drive, visibility is amazing at all angles, and nearly eliminates blind spots. The trunk size is huge to store a lot of groceries, or whatever you need.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Subaru lives up to its reputation

This AWD sedan handles well under various road conditions. I feel safe and secure driving it in snow, high winds and torrential rains. Can't say enough good things about it. Gets terrific gas mileage too.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this car!

I love my Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport! Definitely my favorite car I have ever owned. It is very comfortable and intelligently designed. With all of the things this car does, I was afraid that the driving display would be overwhelming. Thankfully it is not; I feel like it gives me just the information I need, in a clean, clear way. And the great thing is that the display can be set up in many ways, so you can choose what works the best for you. The appearance of the car is really great; not overdone, but also stands out from other cars on the road. My Impreza is just a nice sexy, sporty car! I get compliments on it all the time. And whenever I see it, it makes me smile and feel very proud to own such a great-looking car. The cornering abilities of this car amaze me. Many of the roads around our part of the world are very curvy. And some of the curves are not optimally banked. But my car handles them all with ease. It is so fun and comfortable to drive this car! I am very happy and proud to own a Lapis pearl, Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport car!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent value for the money

I looked for a hatchback with a manual transmission for a while. I didn't want the typical SUV and many cars don't come with a manual transmission so my choices were limited. I test drove may other cars and decided on the Impreza for its handling, style and Subaru's overall reliability.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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