Now that we’re over the disappointment (sorta) that the new Subaru Impreza isn’t as sexy as the Concept, here’s the good news: it’s only US$100 more than the old car.
Built on the new Subaru Global Platform that will also go underneath the next generation Legacy, Forester, and the long awaited 7-seat SUV that replaces the long gone Tribeca.
The new fifth generation Impreza is available in the US in four trim levels: 2.0i, 2.0i Premium, 2.0i Sport, and 2.0i Limited. Imprezas with a CVT go into showrooms late 2016, while the 5-speed (what?!?) manual versions of the 2.0i and 2.0i Sport arrive in early 2017.
All Imprezas have a revised FB 2-liter 4-cylinder boxer engine with 152hp (113kW), up 4hp (3kW). The base model sedan has a mileage rating of 32mpg combined (7.3L/100km).
2.0i (US$18,395)
- 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Power windows with auto up/down for front seats
- 60/40 split fold rear seat
- Power door locks and mirrors
- Multifunction display with fuel economy meter
- Tilt and telescope steering wheel
- Engine immobilizer
- Carpet floor mats
2.0i Premium (US$21,195)
- 2.0i plus the following…
- Starlink
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Heated front eats
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- Heated door mirrors
- Automatic headlights
- Roof rails (5-door hatch only)
2.0i Sport (US$21,995)
- 2.0i Premium plus the following…
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Active torque vectoring
- LED daytime running lights
- Black grille
- Body color rocker planels, mirrors with indicators
- Black cloth upholstery and red stitching
- 8-inch Starlink infotainment system
- Keyless entry, push button start
- Aluminum pedals
- Leather steering wheel, shifter
2.0i Limited (US$24,095)
- 2.0i Sport plus the following…
- 17-inch alloys
- Konoji LED daytime running lights
- Chrome highlights
- Leather seats
- 6-way power driver’s seat
- Climate control
