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Katherine, 08/05/2017
updated 08/09/2018
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
My 2013 Impreza is on it's third engine. Two engines were replaced for oil consumption issues after numerous repairs. The car was constantly in the shop for 3 years. I trusted that the third engine would be good. Not so. After 24,000 on the third engine, the cam carriers had to be resealed, and I also had to replace struts at only 50,000 miles. Now at 56,000 miles the driver's seat is literally splitting because the material is so cheap. It also gets less than 20 mpg in the city, not anywhere close to what Subaru claims. I wish I had done a lemon law case. The only thing I got from Subaru was an extended warranty and I can not extend that to a dealership. I asked Subaru if they would buy back the car at Kelly Blue Book excellent condition, and no, they will extend no "goodwill". I will not purchase another Subaru.
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Went from Infiniti M35 to Impreza and very happy!
rob3016, 12/11/2012
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
44 of 47 people found this review helpful
We have had the Impreza Sport Premium about three weeks now and I am impressed. That is saying a lot after trading in my 2008 Infiniti M35. I decided the Impreza is a more practical car for our needs (late 30s with boys). Doubled our gas mileage. Enough room in the rear seat for two car seats and my wife if she chooses to sit there. Plenty of leg room. Huge cargo volume with seats folded down. Seat bottoms are longer than other cars for more leg support. Other's shorten the seat to bump leg room numbers. Fun to drive especially with paddle shifters. All wheel drive handling is fantastic, especially in the rain. This is my first AWD car and I am hooked. Very happy with my decision.
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My First Subaru and I am Impressed
Omar, 11/12/2015
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for my wife. Since we live in Colorado, I wanted them to be safe. ***You must change the tires, the stock tires are bad***. I ended up changing to Michelin Premier A/S and I am getting 100% traction satisfaction and safety. When I drive it, I take the corners fast and the Subaru is fun to drive. The handling in all weather is excellent including snow, off course with the Michelin tires only. I am getting 29 city and 37 Hwy after I changed the tires. Before it was 25/ 34. The acceleration is OK but is not a fast car WRX fast. If you are looking for a fast car WRX is the one. If you are looking for a fun and safe car all weather, this is it.
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Good little machine
califchick, 09/29/2012
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
I traded in my VW Jetta sedan a month ago for the Impreza hatchback. As the salesperson informed me during the "I'm still looking" phase, people buy Subarus for the "waist down" performance, as they lack many of the luxuries that other car makers add as perks. Having said that, the leather is good quality, the car handles very well (can't wait to get it in the snow!), and it's got a decent backseat and storage for the daily haul. Bluetooth and USB are decent, but stereo very generic. Controls are simple. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is interesting...takes some getting used to. One month in, and I'm a happy customer!
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martin, 06/02/2018
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car brand new....Drive about 20k a year. Mostly to work (90%) flat boring 65mph commute.. The BAD...The bluetooth is terrible sounds like you're in a wind tunnel always.. The car eats about a quart of oil every 5K. Subaru says thats normal. PZEV? The wheel bearing needs replacement already. The biggest problem is the terrible CVT.....Its heading to the dealership Monday. Even when the transmission is good its still a terrible item. Subaru had extended the warranty to 100k or 10 years...thank you Subaru:) Maybe to avoid a class action lawsuit perhaps? These transmissions tend to fail a lot! THE GOOD - Great on gas, especially on the highway. 35mpg at 65mph..... The AWD is AMAZING in snow. Hands down the safest car in snow by a mile. Leather interior is nice, visibility, controls are all great..you can pack a ton inside the hatchback at least. DO NOT GET THE CVT......
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Oil Burner
rpg3, 10/27/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
Was excited when we bought our 2012 Impreza Hatchback, BUT...we had the car for 25,000 miles and needed to bring it into the dealership 14 times for a check-oil light. Got the run around from the dealership...oil consumption was normal, they were going to change the brand of oil used, maybe the light was defective to just routinely topping it off. Ended up calling a lemon law lawyer who got me a $2500 settlement from Subaru and then I traded the car with equity on my loan. So, I ended up coming out alright, but I feel sorry for whoever ends up with my car or whoever buys the Impreza new. Don't do it
Poor MPG
jr981, 08/07/2013
updated 08/09/2018
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Overall the car is fine. The interior is okay and it handles well on flat roads and downhill in the mountains. It's light and fun to drive in these conditions and feels very stable. Downside: It's more underpowered than I expected--even hilly neighborhoods have the engine revving high and loud. AC seems to increase the problem. The nav system is not intuitive--my cell phone app is more user friendly. Speakers are tinny and HD radio is not useful because it keeps fading out--unsure if the problem is the car or HD radio in general. Biggest problem is MPG--have yet to break 25 MPG with 60+% highway driving. Trip computer seems to overestimate actual by about 1.4 MPG. Updat after 42 months, 36 k mikes: MPG still way under epa estimates. I average about 19 city and 27 if pure highway driving (as in a road trip from LA to San Francisco. This is exactly what I get in my 1999 Acura TL which is a much older, heavier, and more powerful car. In fact my Impreza matches the EPA estimated MPH fur my Acura. At around 36 k miles, we noticed oil leaking from the cylinder head. 5.5 year update: just sold it to dealer for just over half the original purchase price. Not bad. Never did much better on mpg. Averaged about 23 with an even mix of hwy and city driving. (The new car gets the mpg I expect from it.) But the car did grow on me over the years. Paint seems to be a weak point.
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Zippy car, crappy mirror
ric25, 09/07/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Was very surprised at the performance and handling of the car. Great fun to drive on curvy roads even with the CVT (and I say that as a former Porsche owner). The hatchback model has very good use of space. Can carry a lot of cargo for trips. The hatchback also has good visibility, with no major blind spots. But a couple complaints: The side mirrors are flimsy plastic POS. After 6 months of ownership, fallen off 3 times, broke the last time. As other mentioned, the audio system is horrible. The paint scratches very easily. The car sits too low to the ground, keep scraping the bumper on driveways.
First Car Buyers DREAM!
Zach Floyd, 01/24/2016
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have owned several cars before purchasing my 2013 Impreza wagon. Everything from a 1966 vw to a 2005 rav4. I have owned my car for exactly 1 year as of today. I ABSOLUTELY love my Subaru. I have put 23k miles on it from the day i drove it off the lot. I got the pearl white with off white interior. The pearl white is a very beautiful color. You can really tell the difference in shine when its next to a regular white car. The white interior is somewhat boring and basic, nothing to exciting. What i don't like about the light colored cloth interior is literally anything on your hands or clothes transfers to it. What i love about the fabric is how easy these stains are to remove. Ive never had a car that cleans up as easy as this one. Subaru designs their cars to be used very hard and it shows. Ive spilled coffee on the daily in this mean machine, all over the white interior. You would never know if i didn't tell you. The cabin is ridiculously spacious. From the outside it doesnt seem like it could possibly be as big as it is. The rear seats are unlike any other 4 door. Im 6ft tall and refuse to ride in the back of any vehicle. And I feel right at home in the back of this car. The leg room is ridiculous for rear seats! Subaru actually designed these seats to be sat in! Unlike any other car with a "back seat". This car fits 5 adults easily, I have done it with no complaining. I only run premium gas in my cars, I avg. about 32 mpgs, which is fa nominal for an AWD vehicle. I live up in the snow, my initial reason for buying a Subaru, i need 4x4 or AWD. I have put this car to the test when it comes to commuting in storms. It simply will not break traction. I have tried! Turning sharp and punching it on snow with the traction control off and still even then refuses to lose traction. Yes the 2.0i pzev is absolutely gutless when it comes to power. But seriously what do you expect! It cant do it all! If your looking for power get a wrx and spend the money on gas. I didnt buy a car for power i bought it for the convince thats packed to the wall. Cheap, reliable, great mpg, awd, clean looks, and roomy! I loved this car so much, after just a few months we bought one for my girlfriend.
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Pretty sure I'll never drive another brand again.
dpf85, 07/11/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I'm a 28 yr old male, combat arms in the Army, who is really into what I call "adventure time." So I wanted something that looked nice, got decent mpg, and could take me where ever I wanted to go. Enter my 2013 Impreza Sport Limited. A treat to myself with my money from the 'Stan. My ol' lady likes to tease me and say it is a station wagon, but meh, I LOVE it. My only two gripes: with the A/C on, it accelerates like a granny on a scooter; and even after almost 11,000 miles I'm still getting only 26 mpg mixed driving. I by no means drive like an old person, but I don't have a lead foot either... so I'm a little disappointed in that. Other than that, I'm a fan for life.
Love my Impreza Sport Limited!
Eric Townsend, 11/09/2015
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Everything about this car is fun and reliable. The engine could use a bit more umph, but when used with the paddle shifters it makes a big difference. This car has it all: Power everything, nice quality leather interior, power moonroof, Bluetooth handsfree and audio, red LED illumination on the floor and dash, auto A/C, Cruise, Tilt, etc... and CVT with paddle shifters that work in either auto or manual mode. The gas mileage is really great. Hwy I get 35 to 38 and city I get a fairly consistent 33. We took this car on a trip to California (from Idaho) last year and using the roof racks, had plenty of room. The mileage dropped significantly while using the roof rack! But, it was still a great trip with zero issues. There isn't really anything I regret about this little car. It's fun and for me, it has been very reliable - except!!! - last week my moonroof exploded on its own accord and threw glass all over the freeway. I guess this is not a rare occurrence and it has since been repaired. All-in-all a fun ride that does great in the snow.
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Mostly a Great Car
zentec, 05/06/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have moved from a Honda Civic to the 2013 Impreza. Car drives much better than the Civic, about the same gas mileage with a lot less road noise. Seats are better than the Civic, most of the interior is on par or better.
Mileage is above advertised! I love it.
charitygirl, 05/16/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought my CVT premium hatchback in December. This is my 4th Subaru impreza but first new car. The best thing about it is the mileage. At first my average MPG seemed low but then I started looking at the instantaneous MPG readout and adjusting my driving style to maximise fuel efficiency. Now at around 5,000 miles I am getting almost EXACTLY the MPG estimated by Subaru, 28 around town, 30 mixed and 36 highway (actually I did get 38 a few time on a long 100 mile drive). The other great thing is the leg room in the rear. I had to drive a rental Ford Fous for a week and my son complained that he had LESS room in the back than in the Subau. Not sure he's right...but still.
Great car, worst Bluetooth possible
dylismith1, 01/14/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
18 of 22 people found this review helpful
I consider Bluetooth a safety feature. This Bluetooth does not synchronize with the phone's contact list. You need to manually enter each contact. For each, you need to manually enter the phone number by scrolling a thumb wheel for each number, and then you say the name. When I said "Larry" it told me I had to have 2 syllables. When I said "Drywall John" it said it was too similar to "Larry Cell"! You cannot input the name, so for a list of phone numbers, you get numbers but no associated names. It would not recognize my wife's voice since it only knew my voice. When we renamed contacts using my wife's voice, it would no longer recognize my voice. This system is an embarrassment to Subaru.
My 1st Subaru
39aatthompson, 05/22/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I wanted a AWD vehicle that got decent MPG. My 1st impression when sitting in the car for the first time was WOW! you can see everything from the front, back & all sides. The leg room was better than the Mazda Tribute that I was driving and the seat in the Subaru is awesomely comfortable! Loved it from the get go. I'm up to 6,000 miles and the MPG combine city/highway is now at 30 MPGs steadily for the last few weeks, it was in the low 20 MPGs for a few thousand miles. I legally tinted all windows except windshield and added the bug shield, aero splash guards and side window deflectors and the car looks hot! I'm very happy so far
Strengths and weaknesses what I thought they would be.
lkalliance, 08/01/2014
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I've had my first Subaru now for over 22,000 miles. After many years on the west coast, I was not used to the level of snow I experience here in Minnesota, and so when it was time for a new car on a budget I found myself choosing between this Subaru (AWD for the weather, decent MPG, bare bones for the rest) and a Nissan Altima (fun to drive, good creature comforts, same weather limitations as my previous Sentra). After over a year of ownership, I'd have to say I got what I expected to get: in city and highway driving in the snow, this is a vast improvement over the sedan I was driving, with reasonable MPG. The interiour is roomy but basic, the creature comforts are poor.
An excellent all-round small car
Robert Eisenstein, 06/05/2016
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
While one can't give the Impreza the highest marks in every categorie, the fact that it is at least competent in every way makes it very pleasant to own and drive. The CVT transmission takes some getting used to, but it is undeniably efficient. There's no manual available at the Premium trim level. The car isn't exactly underpowered, but it certainly isn't overwhelming. The paddle shifters simulating real gears are helpful for passing and steep downhills. The road noise level is pretty high. Other than that, I have no complaints. Great seats, simple and clear displays, incredible cargo space for a small car, and fun enough to drive. I've grown quite fond of it!
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Impreza Hatchback Imprezzive
trimmer1, 02/27/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
My first Subaru, picked up a few weeks ago after laborous research, test drives, and deliberations. Could not be happier with my purchase. No car is absolutely perfect, but this car meet every one of my criteria at or beyond expectations. It is comfortable, practical, fun to drive, and as versatile as any car I have owned. I use it as a city car and it takes pot holes like a champ, manuevers perfectly, feel safe and comfortable, and squeezes into those tough spots a full size just cant. I love my Subaru and the Impreza wont win any contests on looks alone, but is really the most practical and well rounded car I can find.
Impreza CVY failure
David Tucker, 12/06/2018
updated 06/06/2019
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
My CVT failed at 147K miles only 5 years old. I've owned Subaru's for the past 20 years or so. They usually need the head gasket replaced at ~100K miles for a cost of ~$1500 now Subaru's need a transmission replacement before end of life at a cost of ~$1800 for a used to 8K for a new transmission. Im done with subaru's for now.
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Go anywhere anytime all the time and have fun looking good doing it
textorn52, 03/15/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Ok 1k miles so far and my subaru impreza 2.0 sport premium 5 speed has more than any ture real world driver needs. in pouring rain no problem cornering at speed. snow storm no problem. All those pathetic BMW and Benz drivers struggled to gain confidence, while I drove and could feel the vehicles amazing stability, and impressive control. heated seats work better than my acura tsx, its a functional, fun, good looking, family, and weekend warrior, or bachelor go outdoor vehicle. If you want fancy .. its bluetooth, and can get optional nav. big whoop. buy a gps for 100 bucks, and save your dough. brakes are a 9 of 10 . WHEN THE ZOMBIES COME, you will sk yourself.... GOT SUBARU?
You get what you pay for.
firebladepilot, 08/09/2014
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Needs more horsepower to drag the AWD system around. Stereo system was so bad I pulled it out after 2 weeks of ownership. Design and quality of the car is above and beyond what I expected in this price range. I have had ZERO problems with my Impreza, the last 4 Toyotas I bought new all had to go back to the dealer for minor problems or recalls, not the little Subaru. Comfortable for long drives and fun on short ones.
Great New England Car for the Money
hre1718, 08/21/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Traded up from a POS 98 Explorer. Overall, I am pleased with the car. AWD provides great grip. I've yet to hear a tire squeal. Speaking of which, these stock tires are awful. Tons of noise. CVT takes some getting used to. I don't like the delays between drive and reverse. Get the upgraded speakers, worth it. I do wish there were more storage places & hidden cubbies. Sound insulation isn't great, but this isn't a luxury vehicle. Decent MPG if you treat it right. Getting around 34, 70% hwy. The MPG gauge is a little optimistic by a few MPG's. Bluetooth kind of sucks, but its fine for calls. AWD, MPG, visibility and good dynamics makes me a happy owner. Great car for the money.
The first and last subaru I will ever buy.
Keaton Cesmat, 12/27/2018
updated 12/29/2020
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
13 of 18 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new from the dealership in 2013 for my wive who had just given birth to our new baby boy, and it has been nothing but problems ever since. First we had an immediate leak in one of our tires. We took it back and forth for a month of them claiming to have fixed it only to have the low tire pressure light come back on. It ended up breaking a diff sensor, and then we had to replace all of the tires at once with 3 of 4 being nearly new. We then had an oil consumption issue where I would regularly need to add oil between oil changes. We had the oil consumption test several times and each time I had to deal with a new service manager, because they were either being fired or quit. After one trip home of about 40 miles on the freeway I got about 23mpg on the freeway instead of the 34 it normally got. Then after turning the car off it would start only for a second then turn itself off. The service rep on the phone had me disconnect the battery and bring it back in for reflashing. Eventually we got one to fix the problem under warranty. Then the CVT went out! I asked the salesman about the CVT specifically and he said "It is maintenance free, and will last the life of the vehicle." So that was a huge lie. The driver side front seat has a huge hole in it where the metal frame has broken through the padding and fabric after 5 years of use by my wife who is much smaller than me. I wouldn't recommend the car or brand to people I hate. Subaru should do the honest thing and buy them all back. My 24 year old truck has had fewer problems than this 5 year old piece of junk. Update: the car cannot even be registered because there is an issue with these engines that would cause them to lock up at freeway speeds and kill you. What a piece of junk. They should do a full recall and give everyone their money back. Update. Seven years after purchasing the subaru it is still the very worst car that I’ve ever owned. I would not recommend it to anyone, and the dealer that I bought it from (Kearny Mesa Subaru) is terrible also.
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First Rue, and won't be the last!
nhrue, 10/03/2012
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 28 people found this review helpful
I had originally decided on the Mitsubishi Lancer, due to its selective AWD and its warranty. Upon making an appointment to purchase a Lancer I had a moment of second guessing and decided I would just go down to the local Subaru Dealer to look at some sticker prices. I found the sticker prices were the same for a Subaru Impreza Limited as it was going to be for a Lancer SE with more way more options installed on the Subaru. It also has an EPA rating of 7mpg more than the Mitsubishi. I went to the dealer a couple of days later to test drive the Impreza and was impressed by its features, handling, speed and build quality. Bought the undercoating and extended warranty, happy with my decision!
LovemyPrez
Terri Repovich, 01/01/2016
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Good reliable car! Safe, fun, to drive, stable
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Good winter driving
anonymous739, 01/10/2015
updated 01/18/2018
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Overall happy with purchase. Great for driving in snow. Responsive CVT. Handles very well at all speeds and while turning. Nice quality sound from stereo system . Good rear visibility compared to many cars these days. Car does sit too low to the ground, often scraping snow on streets with the undercarriage, and bumper scrapes while going up/down driveways. Hatch is a bit low on space, especially if using cargo cover. Fuel economy stated by manufacturer is overly optimistic. After owning this car for 3 yrs I would say I am still very satisfied with the way it handles in the snow. Definitely less shoveling than in a car without 4 wheel drive. The bluetooth is miserably bad though. Paint chips too easily. Inside of the car is rusting already at seatbelt anchors and seat anchors. This is partially due to snowy/salty winters here, but maybe the design can be improved? The heating only comes out the front of car, and on long trips rear seat passengers have their boots in ice and snow, it doesn't melt. Can't really fit 3 adults in back seat, in fact have a hard time fitting an adult and 2 kids.
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Loved this car!
katie anthony, 04/07/2015
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new and never had any problems. Until I became a delivery driver. The tires cannot handle potholes well. At all. I had to change 3 flat tires. But it was awesome in snow storms. I worked at Domino's and they never closed for ANY storm. The only problem I had was the "anti-lock" breaks. Which would actually lock all the time in snow. But I trusted that car in any storm. If I had not gotten into an accident with it, (totally my fault, not the car's) then I would still have it. I miss it.
Bluetooth is awful and not safe to operate when driving
davidpro, 04/04/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The Bluetooth is a joke. Subaru should be embarrassed to have such terrible software in a 2013 model. You cannot upload your phonebook, the controls suck, and its voice recognition barely works right. It constantly makes errors and give you the wrong number. The sales staff at the dealer knew all about the problems and told me a bunch of crap that weren't total lies so they could avoid telling me the truth about the system. It makes Subaru look bad. Other than that, the car is great, but its a big disappointment that this flaw exists and that they try to hide it and don't fix it ASAP.
disposable at 100k
ary, 06/05/2017
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
i have 5m, florida. clucth failure, transmission failure (needs replace). Shock absorbers, rear bearings replace. Burns oil, need a bottle between regular changes. service is hard to find and to schedule. Bluetooth is awful. Steel out body is thin and easily dent. Engine lacks power and combination with trany lacks torque. road noise. Who was a moron who invented locking doors protocol for scenario when you have to disengage alarm? What was good? probably just handling, stability and grip of 4wd on slippery road. Also hatchback with split rear bench was useful. Overall - it is the last Subaru i have and i had a few before. Took loaners while fixing it and 2017 is actually worse...
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my first subie!
kabukigirl83, 09/23/2012
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 44 people found this review helpful
it's hard for me to tell at this point the reliability since i've only had it for a couple days but so far so great! i was contemplating between the new vw beetle and golf, both test driven but when it came down to it, i went with the impreza and i'm so happy i did. although the interior is not as aesthetic and lacks some of the bells and whistles that vw has, i still was able to get everything i wanted and more, such as heated seats, leather, moon roof, bluetooth, upgraded sound system (crazy good for coming from the factory, not stock), etc. i feel like for what i paid, i got the best bang for my buck. i feel like subaru's reputation for reliability and safety was really what got me.
Not What I Expected
MagDillane, 11/05/2015
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
A disappointment from beginning to end. The low ground clearance created problems entering a slight incline into the garage. Scraped the bottom just about every time. If I went into the garage on a certain angle, no sound. But that was difficult to do since I parked next to another car. The oil consumption problem started at about 15,000 miles and lasted through 19,000 miles. Had to pour in a quart of oil on two different occasions when the light went on. Ended up carrying a quart in the trunk. The local Subaru dealer did two oil changes free and ran an oil consumption test which didn't show up anything. There is a class action suit regarding this problem with certain models. Manual transmission was rough, cornering was below average, noisy interior. I did like the hatchback feature and the clean dashboard. I finally traded it in for a 2015 Mazda 3. Now that is a car.
2013 Subaru Impreza is a terrible car
tammyw4, 02/21/2014
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 47 people found this review helpful
This car has been nothing but a problem. It has a terrible ride, gets poor gas mileage and at 24,400 miles chewed a set of tires right off the car. Subaru has to pay to put a new set on becuse it was under warranty. It has been aligned four time, it has had the steering box adjusted and now the AWD disengages in any slippery condition. Subaru is aware of how this car is running particulary with the AWD malfunctions, but Subaru engineering insists that the car is running to specifications. It is a piece of junk and the worst car purchase I have ever made. I have heard of many problems with the 2013's so buyer beware on this model year they are defective.
Subaru Impreza Hatchback Sedan 2012
animaeme, 09/26/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 10 people found this review helpful
Car was purchased new in 2012. I want to warm consumers that th body is of cheap quality. Just looking at it give it a "dent". The body it like tin foil. The worst is the car is built very low to the ground at 5.6". Small road "bumps" or driving up a steep hill damages under the bumper. Also underneath the front and back bumper damages when parking over curbs. The back wheel guard is even lower to the ground & "hook shape". My car caught on a low curb and bumper partially pulled off. My car is only 1y/o but the body is getting beaten. This is my 6th car and by far it has the worst quality body design.
Disappointed, so be careful
MP, 06/04/2017
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in the spring of 2013 and was super excited. It's been a great car until this year. I've taken very good care of it and am diligent about regular maintenance. I started having some trouble shifting in reverse (I have the manual 5-speed transmission). Then the key started getting stuck in the ignition and it wouldn't turn to start. Now, this week at only 41,000 miles, my air conditioning goes out and I need a new compressor and condensor, and new brakes of course, but it was time for that. Anyway, not happy have $2400 repair bill already at this low mileage. I want to love Subaru because they've had such a good reputation, but I must have gotten a lemon. I'm looking at new Mazdas now. Sheesh.
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Love my Subaru
Elizabeth Wiestling, 09/30/2016
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is sporty. Very fuel efficient. I average 30 mpg. Very comfortable although it sits lower than some cars. Handles great. Cargo space is my only complaint but I didn't plan on a lot of excursions and outings when I purchased my Impreza.
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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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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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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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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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CVT Transmission, Beware!
Jess, 03/12/2021
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Pay attention to the extended 100k mile transmission warranty, even though sometimes it dies at 102k. All the lights popped on, ABS, hill assist, check engine, etc. and I was told it would cost $3500-4000, to have the transmission rebuilt, but it costs more than the car is worth. The mechanic told me to leave the car on the side of the road. I would have except I still owe money on it. Subaru messed up pretty bad, and the consumers have to pay for it. There are a couple other recalls that were issued, of course when I went to the Dealership to have that handled, they found something else with it. The car has been in and out of mechanic shops, things going out at different times. My headlights have gone out many times, not sure if there is an electrical issue there. The stock windshield is very easy to crack, I had to replace it and the replacement is lasting much longer and withstands more than a pebble. It wasn't bad on a commute, easy to park, and the sound system is pretty good.
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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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Massive Disappointment
Californian, 12/08/2020
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Had the car for 8 years 100k Initially bought it for good reputation for reliability, safety, performance etc. 8 years later I must say the impreza was a let down. In terms of maintenance the boxer engine makes changing the sparkplugs cumbersome and costly. Local non dealership shop charged me $150 per sparkplug. $600. It also had numerous recalls more than I ever had with Honda and Toyota. The biggest problem was the floor near the pedal is sloped causing strain on my ankle and knee. This resulted in chronic ankle and leg pain. For a year I'd get massive pain in my feet to the point where I couldn't walk for days. It happened every 5-6 weeks. Only after shelter in place did I notice that not driving the impreza, was the major factor. I had not noticed that my foot ends in odd angles when I am driving and braking. The boxer engine causes the floor to be sloped from the center console at an almost 15-20 degree angle. So ask I put my heel on the floor past the slope my foot strains to push on the gas. The strain over time cause problems. Similar to carpal tunnel syndrome but for the foot and leg. Repetitive stress injury. Subaru actually cost me in lost work and productivity not to mention pain. As a result I will never buy from Subaru again.
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Great car!
MaksTLG, 02/01/2017
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Limited PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Good style and comfort especially for tall people (I'm 6'1"). Great pickup and braking and it feels safe. Not a sports car so don't start a race with a GTI. Car can drive on any surface without a problem even though it's a little low to the ground. Big trunk with the hatchback. Very reliable, bought the car used 8 months ago and I haven't had any issue.
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Falls just short in almost every category
rallyguy, 01/07/2014
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 18 people found this review helpful
Bought the car in September of 2013. I was looking at several but decided on this as I couldn't afford the gas bill for the premium fuel only WRX and this car still had the famous Subaru AWD but also boasted very good gas mileage. So far at 6000 miles with largely conservative highway driving I am getting worse mileage than my girlfriend's 250hp BMW. Worse mileage. It feels under-powered even for a 148hp car (the dealer says "it will really open up at 10000mi" lol) and the AWD has not been as advertised. I've gotten stuck and had to be pulled out three times on a dirt road that my old sports car did not have trouble with. This car is so close .. but fails.
Still undecided
luvsgas, 10/26/2013
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After having the car for awhile its not as good as my impressions of when I bought it from the dealership. But it is a very good price AWD car. Buying a Subaru was a different experience. I found out that you will get a substantial better price from a large volume dealer than smaller one. This is how Subaru distrubution model works and the Impreza is a hot car. Our order took 6 months instead of the 12 weeks we were told, but we kind of knew this going in.
Not worth the hype
BB, 12/08/2023
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought with 120k miles used, no accidents, and everything was great for the first year. As I got closer to 130k miles, everything started to go wrong. It has excessive oil consumption (about 1q every 1,000) miles, and is out of warranty to fix. The Bluetooth is clunky at best, faulty at worst. Engine often starts up rough and both my mechanic and the dealership can’t find the issue. The fan speed dial broke recently so it only blows on low or not at all. I keep up on all regular maintenance and oil changes, yet something new seems to go wrong every other month. It’s fun to drive, but not worth all of the inconveniences. I’ll likely go back to a VW or a Volvo next time around.
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Still going strong
TJE, 12/11/2021
updated 12/14/2022
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Currently at 108,000 miles with few major problems. The car has had several recalls but all performed at the dealership as needed. It has used almost a quart of oil per 1,000 miles but other than needing to constantly monitor that, it has been a very good car. It had a rather expensive ($1600.00) transmission problem that lit up all the instrument cluster lights. It has had wheel bearings replaced several times.
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Reliable and Fun to Drive
JZ, 06/25/2022
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned my Subaru Impreza since I drove it off the lot in 2013. While I’ve had to replace the breaks, tires, and take it to the shop for body damage caused by the driver (me) I have otherwise had no problems. My Impreza is currently at 90k mile and the last 2 years all I have had to pay for was the oil change and inspection. It can be a sluggish when it comes to acceleration, and has quite a bit of road noise which makes it hard to have a conversation on the freeway via Bluetooth. But it handles so well and visibility is great so I feel like I can go anywhere safely while enjoying the view. To me that’s all that really matters in a car.
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2013 Impreza eval
Steven Popovich, 08/23/2018
updated 03/08/2021
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Outstanding car with great all-weather capability. Engine is a little weak at 150hp, especially with the AC running. Extremely reliable transportation with excellent safety features.
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Excellent for it intended buyer
tvtruong, 08/05/2014
updated 08/07/2017
2013 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium PZEV 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought this for for the following reason and so far it has been great at it. - Traction in the snow - Fuel economy - Cargo space - Safety rating - Reliability A lot of people seem to have reliability issue with the car, so far I've had no problem, I hope it will stay that way. It's has now been for years and we have no out of schedule maintenance expenses. It prowess in the snow even exceeded my expectation. With a set of Michelin winter tires, it feel like driving in the summer.
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