2025 Subaru Impreza

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The 2025 Subaru Impreza is a roomy and practical little hatchback. Standard all-wheel drive at a reasonable price is a nice bonus too. A lackluster driving experience and a ho-hum cabin design are its biggest drawbacks.Read full review

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2025 Subaru Impreza Review

byDan Frio^{Correspondent
Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show). As a contributor to Edmunds, he now likes to keep the volume low and the speed limit legal, providing expert car-shopping advice to drivers looking for the perfect match.}

rating written Reese Counts^{Vehicle Test Editor
Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at Edmunds in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.}

Pros

Roomy seating and cargo area
Comes standard with all-wheel drive
Many standard or optional driver assist features
Smooth ride

Cons

Lackluster acceleration with base engine
Bland interior design

What's new

No significant changes expected for 2025
Part of the sixth Impreza generation introduced for 2024

Overview

The 2025 Subaru Impreza is a compact hatchback and one of the most affordable cars on sale today. The Impreza was redesigned last year with updated styling inside and out, new tech, and even more standard features. The biggest news with the redesign was arguably Subaru's decision to drop the sedan from the lineup, leaving the Impreza hatchback as the only offering. While some may lament the loss, we've long thought the Impreza hatch was the better buy for its increased utility compared to the sedan. Given all of last year's changes, we don't expect any major updates for 2025.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2025 Subaru Impreza 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.89 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$120/mo

$155/mo

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Edmunds spotlight: Fresh off a redesign

The latest Impreza generation doesn't look all that different from previous iterations, but it does have plenty of worthwhile changes. Some big updates include an available 11.6-inch touchscreen display with wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, a stiffer chassis for sharper handling, and improved driver aids like adaptive cruise control. Subaru also offers the sporty RS trim with a more powerful engine than the base Impreza, helping improve the car's somewhat lackluster acceleration. And as with nearly all Subarus, all-wheel drive is standard across the board.

Competitors to consider

There might only be a few hatchbacks on sale these days, but the hatches that are around are tough competition for the Impreza. The Honda Civic hatchback was redesigned just a few years ago and excels in just about every aspect, from comfort to tech to utility. Honda doesn't offer the Civic with all-wheel drive, but that's one of the few areas where it doesn't have an advantage over the Subie. Some other hatchbacks include the Mazda 3, Mini Cooper and Toyota Corolla. And if you like the Impreza but want a little more capability or style, check out the Subaru Crosstrek — it's basically an Impreza hatchback with more ground clearance.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict^{The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.}

Average

7.6

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Performance

7/10

How does the Impreza drive? We were able to test the new Impreza RS trim, which exclusively comes with a more powerful engine. Alas, our test car accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in an unremarkable 8.4 seconds. That's slightly off the times we recorded in the Honda Civic and Mazda 3 hatchbacks, and you can expect the other Impreza trims to be even slower. Additionally, the car's continuously variable transmission can be slow to respond when you need a burst of speed. Merging or passing on the highway requires a little more planning.

Braking and handling capability are also little behind the class leaders. The Impreza changes direction without excessive body roll on twisty roads, and the steering is light and quick enough to make parking easy. But if you want a hatchback that feels a little sporty, we suggest looking elsewhere.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the Impreza? The Impreza hatch is one of the more comfortable vehicles in its class. The front seats are soft and offer decent support. The rear bench is a bit flat but is generally comfortable. Our RS trim test vehicle featured heated front seats. They work well and can be set to automatically turn on when you start the car. We also like the Impreza's ride quality and its general smoothness over bumps. The car is quiet most of the time, though the engine is loud at full throttle.

All Impreza hatchbacks feature standard dual-zone automatic climate control. That's great, but we've found the automatic system tends to run warm, though full AC is still plenty cold. The lack of vents for rear passengers is a disappointment.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? The Impreza hatchback has one of the roomiest interiors in its class, offering more headroom and legroom than nearly every other compact hatch. Rear headroom in particular is a standout, so taller passengers shouldn't feel claustrophobic. There's good room up front, too, and drivers shouldn't have any trouble finding a comfortable driving position. It's also easy to get in and out of thanks to short but wide-opening doors. We also like the Impreza's low hood and tall windows for visibility.

Our test Impreza had the available 11.6-inch vertically mounted infotainment screen. It houses controls for everything from navigation to climate control. The resolution isn't great, and it can wash out if you're wearing polarized sunglasses, but it's large and responsive. That big screen provides plenty of real estate for the rearview camera too.

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Technology

8/10

How’s the tech? The Impreza hatchback is available with either dual 7-inch displays in the base model or an 11.6-inch display in the Sport and RS. The dual-screen setup looks pretty low-buck, so spring for the big single display if you can. The resolution for the 11.6-inch screen isn't particularly sharp, but the navigation system and maps themselves are easy to use. The large screen provides plenty of room for your map, music, podcasts or more.

If you prefer to use your smartphone, Subaru has you covered on every angle. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with wireless connectivity are both standard. Also, depending on the trim, Subaru offers both USB-A and USB-C ports, an auxiliary jack and a wireless charging pad.

The Impreza hatch is available with a decent suite of driver aids, quite a number of which Subaru includes as standard equipment. That includes adaptive cruise control, which is among the better systems in the compact segment. It holds good gaps and adjusts speed smoothly. The lane centering system wasn't quite as refined, but it's easy to deactivate.

Storage

8/10

How’s the storage? The Impreza hatchback's cargo space measures 20.4 cubic feet with the seats up or 56 cubic feet with the seats down. That's less space than the Honda Civic hatchback, but more than rivals from Mazda and Mini. The seats fold in a 40/60 split, though they don't quite fold flat. Still there's plenty of space, including some extra storage under the hatch's floor. The center armrest doesn't offer a ton of storage, but the door pockets and console provide enough space for your phone or sunglasses. We like the water bottle holders in the hatch, perfect for tailgating.

The relatively spacious rear provides decent room for child safety seats, and all of the anchors are tucked out of sight but are very easy to access. The wide-opening doors should help when buckling or installing the seat.

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Fuel Economy

6.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The Subaru Impreza with its base engine has an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 30 mpg in combined city/highway driving. The RS, which is what we tested, featured the upgraded engine, though it only takes a small hit to fuel economy — 29 mpg combined. That's a bit worse than the Honda Civic and most (but not all) versions of the Mazda 3. We only managed 28.4 mpg on our mixed-mileage test route, which is lower than expected since we cover a lot of ground on the highway.

Value

7.5/10

Is the Impreza a good value? The Impreza hatchback is one of the more affordable vehicles in its class, with a base price that undercuts many of its rivals. And it's not like Subaru is skimping on equipment. In addition to standard all-wheel drive, the Impreza comes with a decent list of driver aids and tech, and options don't send the price as high as with Honda or Mazda. But the Impreza lacks the polish you'll find elsewhere. While there's nothing truly flawed about the Impreza, it feels a bit cheap inside compared to other compacts. There are more hard plastics, and the design isn't as clean. Subaru's warranties are all average for the class.

Wildcard

7/10

Subarus in general have never been particularly flashy cars, and the Impreza falls in line with that trend. The latest Impreza's exterior styling looks fresh but not wholly different than prior generations. Other small hatchbacks offer a more premium look and feel.

The milquetoast styling wouldn't be as big of an issue if the Impreza were a bit more fun to drive. Even in the RS trim, handling and overall driver engagement aren't as strong as in other small hatchbacks. The numb steering and wheezy powertrain are two of the car's biggest issues. As for the latter, the exhaust note is so coarse that you don't want to rev out the engine too much.

Which Impreza does Edmunds recommend?

Subaru hasn't released official information on the 2025 Impreza as of this writing. We'll update our recommendation if anything changes, but based on last year's Impreza, we think you should get the RS. Yeah, it's the most expensive trim level. But it comes with a more powerful engine, which you want in this car, plus some extra features you can't get on the other trims, such as heated front seats. It looks a bit sportier too.

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Subaru Impreza models

[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's Impreza. We expect the 2025 model will have a similar lineup and we'll update this section once we have complete information.] The Subaru Impreza hatchback is available in three trim levels: Base, Sport and RS. The first two come with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. The RS gets a more powerful 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 182 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque. Power from either engine flows through a continuously variable transmission (CVT) to the Impreza's standard all-wheel-drive system. Keep reading for a highlighted rundown of the Impreza's standard and optional features.

Base
The most affordable version of the Impreza comes with:

16-inch steel wheels with wheel covers
Adaptive LED headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
Roof rails
Dual-zone automatic climate control
60/40-split fold-down rear seat
7-inch dual-touchscreen infotainment
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone compatibility
Four-speaker stereo

Every Impreza also comes with Subaru's EyeSight safety system. It includes:

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Subaru and the car in front)
Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane keeping assistance (steers the Impreza back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)

Sport
Our recommended trim level includes a CVT, EyeSight and these features:

18-inch alloy wheels
Retuned suspension for more stable handling
Keyless access with push-button start
Premium cloth upholstery
Upgraded driver information display
11.6-inch center touchscreen (replaces the dual-screen setup)
Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Integrated navigation system
Connected services (Subaru's Starlink)
Six-speaker stereo

Optional on the Sport is a package that bundles:

Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Evasive steering assistance (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
Sunroof

RS
The RS comes with the above safety options as standard. It also has:

More powerful engine
Dark gray-painted wheels
Heated wipers and mirrors
Heated front seats
Wireless phone charging pad
Leather-wrapped steering wheel

The optional package for the RS includes:

Sunroof
Power-adjustable driver's seat
Harman Kardon sound system

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Great riding, handling and comfortable car with a super stiff, solid chassis and large cargo area with the seats down. Plenty of power with a willing, smooth powertrain though it is not a Hot Hatch. First car with a CVT (other car is a WRX) and don’t even notice it, it just goes how you expect it to. We recently completed a 1,400 mile road trip, everything from L.A. traffic, desolate …

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2024 base impreza. If what you need is transportation I don't see how you can wrong with this car. It feels smooth with good traction. The mileage is also very good. Sure you can get the RS model or heck, a luxury car if you want, but some of us just need good transportation. It has nice digital controls and safety features and I am actually surprised how nimble it feels. One thing …

A pleasure to drive

Me, 11/23/2023

2024 Subaru Impreza Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

I wanted a car that handled the road and a hatchback so I could throw in my camping/kayaking gear also. The Outback and Forester are just too big. I just wish there was hybrid version as the car is a gas hog but I don't drive that much anymore. The safety features are first-rate. I bought the RS as I wanted all the safety features. The RS is worth the extra money.

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2024 Subaru Impreza RS 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Great car and fun to drive, great handling on curves and back roads. The RS trim comes fully loaded and is a very comfortable AWD car. The new design is a much sportier look for a hatchback. The fully loaded RS version is a great car one year in. I do want a new WRX Ts when it comes out though, that digital dash looks amazing! However, for now the loaded RS is great!

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2025 Subaru Impreza Features & Specs

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$23,610
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	30 MPG
Cost to Drive	$120/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	20.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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6 Colors
2 Trims
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$23,610starting MSRP

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*MSRP is subject to change and varies based on availability, trim level, option packages, and retailer-installed accessories. MSRP excludes destination and delivery charges, tax, title, registration, and other fees. Retailer sets actual price. See your retailer for details. 2025 Subaru Impreza RS shown has an MSRP of $28,500.

Safety

Key safety features on the Impreza include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	5 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	9.3%