Used 2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Hatchback Review
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Read what other owners think about the 2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Hatchback.
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2018 Impreza 5 door Sport: Unbeatable snow monster
g money, Harrisburg, PA, 03/06/2018
2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
The good stuff: I have a bad back and so far have had no issues with seat comfort. So far, the longest trip in the Impreza was about 90 miles each way. I will be driving it to South Carolina soon and that is 1500 miles round trip so we will see how that goes. My normal driving to work and back home is 3.6 miles round trip with zero highway and a total of 12 traffic lights (usually get … at least 8 red lights) so my city fuel mileage is poor at around 19.8 mpg. But, that's any car I would own because of the driving I do. My highway mileage however was awesome!!! That last trip which was 180 miles round trip, I got 40.8 mpg doing an average of 70 mph going from central to eastern PA so the highways are not flat. Lots of hills to climb. Cargo area is big for this size car. I can fit 2 sets of golf clubs sideways behind the back seats. Fold the seats down and the cargo space is huge. Handling is great. The Impreza Sport has 18" wheels and always feels stable. Never gets "squirly" on me and I'm an aggressive driver. I also have the EYESIGHT driver assist system so the adaptive cruise is something I will never give up. The car has cloth seats and they are heated as well as the outside mirrors. I can't think of any other car in this class to have those 2 things as standard equipment or even available as an option. I have never sat in the back seat so I can't comment on that (you will have to ask my dog). Snow driving is absolutely unmatched by any other compact car, SUV, or CUV on the market. This Subaru and every other Subaru just cannot be beat by any thing else on the market. They go thru the snow like nothing else....PERIOD!!! Off the line performance is OK. I would love a little more power but with the driving I do it's adequate. I will say, after 1000 miles the power has really come alive ( I only have 1400 miles on it). Off the line is still a bit slow but when you get the engine cranked up it really flies. So if you test drive one, ask to drive one with a few thousand miles on it and you will see what I mean. I only have a few complaints. The infotainment system was a little buggy at first. Subaru came out with an update and almost everything is cured. Once in a blue moon I will get a screen freeze or the back up camera won't turn on. I just shut the car down and wait about 30 seconds and restart the car and it is fine. Just like a smart phone it needs a re-boot once in awhile....no big deal to me. I wish the car had fog lights, a power drivers seat, and auto climate control. Those items are standard on the limited trim. I can't even get the fog lights as an add on...kinda stupid there Subaru! So, if you need cargo space, great handling, highway fuel mileage, and get me thru anything mother nature throws at me kinda car...look no further than this car.
Toss this one back
Bibliobizvt, Morrisville, VT, 12/14/2018
2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
This is my third Impreza. After reluctantly returning a much-liked 2015 and asking for a Crosstrek, I was instead put into this thing by the dealership. While the interior is slightly more plush-looking and slightly roomier and the car overall will do until I can get into something else, it's just....a poor remake, fixing what wasn't broken, LOWERING the ground clearance rather than … raising it (the one thing I did not like about my last Impreza) and adding annoying OCD features like constant, constant alarm-sounding and screen-flashing input from the unfortunately-not-optional driver safety system. An aggravation rather than a help for those who already know how to drive...like having Sheldon Cooper in your front seat, shrilly instructing you and distracting you at all times. When doing anything from turning on lights to activating the windshield wipers to trying to shut off the audio, there is a noticeable delay in response time. Sluggish. The exterior paint seems to be some sort of crayon compound; I put a miniscule scratch in the finish when my canvass work bag (no metal findings, just cloth) brushed against it as I tried to make the electronic key fob open the door. With good snow tires, it handles reasonably ok in snow, which is why it got three stars rather than two.The radio has NEVER shut off --read the manual, doesn't work. The vehicle is not environmentally friendly--spews flumes of exhaust whenever it's started, smells oily. I do like the backup camera and obstruction detector--that actually helps--but other than a used Forester which needed 19 repairs in two years, this is my least-favorite car..and that includes an old Neon which caught on fire as I was driving it.
Harman Kardan Head unit is a horrible piece of eq
Phin Banning, Colorado Springs, CO, 01/07/2019
2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
don't buy one unless you don't want to use the radio or map systems, if you don't use these then i would recommend you drive along in silence peacefully. The dealers are being very quite about the horrible system that Harman Kardan has co opted with Subaru USA it has enormoous issues and if you google or go on line asking for the head system reviews you will see there are a lot of pissed … off people expressing their anger of these units. My wife has taken her car in over 6 times to try and get Subaru to make this work and to no avail, the dealers tell you all that it needs is an update of which they have done three time, replaced the head unit once and still does not work. the unites are non functional.
All this car needs is a turbo and a good 6 speed
Andy S, New Kensington, PA, 10/12/2018
2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Ive been leasing this car for 6 months, 4500 miles and been on a 900 mile trip, highway driving and city driving. I feel this has prepared me to say that this is one of the worst cars Ive leased. My previous car was a 2012 VW GTI 4 door and i just wanted to have AWD and a larger boot to haul more of my tools and things. First off, Subaru claims 27 city and 37 hwy. I hope they have … changed that. its more like 20 city and 33 hwy. Combined fuel economy has been in the 25-26 range. The power is... there IS NO POWER. 152hp??? With a CVT trans? You have to really think about and plan your travels home if you take busy roads, need to change lanes, and sit in traffic at all. There is no get up and go. Add a turbo and a 6 speed auto trans and this will solve both of these issues. The lack of horsepower makes you mash the gas just to merge. And you still go nowhere. its so frustrating. If you make a right hand turn out of a stop sign and you think you can make it, you can not. Not without angering the person youre pulling out in front of. ARGH! This car is so frustrating. Its a good car. There isnt a lot of competition in this price bracket and with AWD and a hatchback. The interior is nice and comfortable. Android Auto has never worked for me and I have a Samsung S8+. the exterior looks good if you get the sport package. I do think this car looks kind of plain from the front. I also hate not having HID headlights. The boot of the hatchback is really spacious. The ride is a bit rough but I bought the sport package so I kind of expected it. But the Engine. it really sucks. The transmission makes it even worse. Subaru needs to make a WRX hatchback again. NEEDS. And it cannot cost $30K+. I bought this car for AWD and space and fuel economy and the nameplate. I will not buy another Subaru. Too much money compared to the nearest competitors.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Hatchback
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Standard all-wheel drive delivers secure handling and wet-weather traction
- Pro:The cabin is quiet, comfortable and surprisingly roomy for a compact car
- Pro:A healthy selection of advanced safety features is available on most trims
- Pro:Available manual transmission for those who want to row their own gears
- Con:Slow acceleration, even with this generation's more powerful engine
- Con:Transmission is loud under heavy loads
- Con:Interior materials are of a lower quality than many rivals
- Con:Hard to match fuel economy estimates in the real world
Which Impreza does Edmunds recommend?
The hatchback isn't much more expensive than the sedan, so we'd pick that one for its improved cargo capacity. We think the Premium trim offers the right balance of features for the price. Plus, it's the only trim with which you can order the safety-based EyeSight package without it being bundled with a sunroof. The Sport is another solid pick since it adds desirable options such as keyless entry and a larger touchscreen with satellite radio. Try it before you buy this one, though, since its sporty suspension tuning will likely affect ride comfort
Full Edmunds Review: 2018 Subaru Impreza Hatchback
Driving
7.5Aside from poor acceleration and a CVT automatic that doesn't always do as we'd expect, the Impreza performs very well. Handling is well sorted, brakes are responsive and confidence-inspiring, and the steering is sporty and communicative. A solid showing for the most part.
Comfort
7.5A relatively quiet and smooth ride makes the Impreza a breeze to drive on the highway. The seats are comfortable and well-bolstered, even if they are a bit on the firm side for extra-long road trips.
Interior
8.5Though functionality has always been a strong point, the 2017 Impreza's interior represented a big leap forward for Subaru. Thanks to a spacious cabin, large windows and thoughtfully laid out controls, the Impreza is one of the more ergonomically friendly options in the segment.
Utility
7.0Between the two available Impreza bodies, we'd recommend the hatchback. The sedan we tested has limited trunk space, but child seat accommodation is excellent.
Technology
8.0Tech is much improved in the newest Impreza, with a redesigned touchscreen and the addition of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Our test car had some issues with the touchscreen, but when it is functioning correctly it provides a vastly improved experience over the old system.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2018 Subaru Impreza in California is:
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