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Used 2013 Subaru Impreza Hatchback Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

looks better then it is

fiona rhys, 06/03/2017
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The paint chips so easily, I am always touching up. The controls are not in a good and easy location. The tires provided are cheap and had to be replaced. The mileage stated is not accurate it uses more gas locally than stated. The rear view is obstructed by the head rests.

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5 out of 5 stars

157000 miles and drove like new until crash

Suby to 200,000 miles, 12/06/2020
updated 06/20/2023
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought 2013 Impreza hatchback limited in December 2012. Spending the extra money for the hatch and the limited was well worth it. Issues were Tranny fix at 130000 for $1500, recall for valve spring they did for free eventhough over 100000 miles, replaced front struts, replace rear ball joints, then proactive at 150000 replaced serpentine belt. I think by waiting till the end of selling season most issues were taken care of. Heard horror stories of Subys before 2013 regarding overhead cam and oil issues.If your check engine light goes on with multiple warning lights it is an easy fix-brake switch replacement. If trouble starting after a few seconds, stop and do it again. Something about the computer. Otherwise, as I said, drives like day one. Only complaint is a little noisy which the newer models are suppose to be better then again it isn't my wife's Benz. Change oil and have a good mechanic perform services and save 100-200 a month for issues. I laugh at my excise tax and insurance cost with no car payments. After I wrote this I was broadsided at 41 mph while I was at 5 mph. Car side airbags deployed. I was fine and if I had a passenger-he would be fine. Immediately bought a 2022 new Impreza Limited. What improvements:quieter, eyesight, heat seat controls better location and on and on- UPDATE It has been 1 and 1/2 years later and really impress with the new Sub updates. Not noisy, better handling, more comfortable seats, better electronics and placements still great.

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Defective Piston Rod Bearings and Multiple Recalls

Jason Tatlock, 06/28/2019
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought my Impreza new in 2012 and it was pretty flawless. Until recently I was totally satisfied. I took it in to get the valve spring recall work done. Afterward the check engine, oil, and cruise control lights came on. The dealer "fixed" the issue by flushing the fluids. The lights turned off and everything seemed fine. Less than 500 miles and one month later the car threw a piston rod and destroyed the engine. The dealer said the cost of repair was $7000 and Subaru of America offered to contribute $4000 to the repair or buy it back for $2000. The car has a major defect. Stay away for Subaru. They do not care about you. They only care about their dollars.

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5 out of 5 stars

love this car

Arthur Martello, 02/10/2019
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love this car and the way it handles. As a matter of fact, because the roads around here are tough on the underside of a car, Ive decided to trade it in for a new one with some more features.

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5 out of 5 stars

Bought it for the kid, But I kept it

John Robertson, 04/28/2016
updated 10/31/2017
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I wish I had a few upgrades, but the best car ever. Noisy on the highway, but use it mostly around town 3 years later, never been to the dealer for repairs, getting my 30.5 mpg overall. The carpet and upholstery are hard to vacuum because there is short nap, but great car. Next year it goes to college. I have lost the car to my youngest. It is a very good vehicle. Now my other two Daughters now own Subarus.

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