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Review of the 2019 Impreza Hatch Base
A A, 04/23/2019
updated 11/09/2020
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
99 of 102 people found this review helpful
1.5-year update: I have 34,000 miles on the car now. I've noticed that the rear tires get misaligned frequently - and this isn't just mine, but other Imprezas well. Outside of that, no issues at all! Great car! 1-year update: I have 24K miles on the clock now. This car has some big flaws when compared to a Toyota, but it has upsides that no Toyota could ever have. When I take my kid to school and back every day, the car averages 22 mpg. Don't believe the mpg calculator - if you do it yourself, you will find the mpg to be different. Regarding assembly, there are numerous panels, doors, and plastics that simply do not align with the other side, are wobbly, or are uneven. This makes me question the assembly line - who put this car together, and will it hold-up? I have 3 Toyotas parked on my driveway, and they have flawless, perfect assembly. Also, my driver-side shock blew after only 20K miles. Now, for the pros: Subaru is definitely a lifestyle car. This car has CHARACTER. Just driving it around, people notice it. The car is COMFORTABLE, and the technology interface blows-away anything Toyota has ever made. On the highway, I'm not kidding, I get 39-45 mpg. This car handles better than any other car in the rain or mountains - it has POWER, and has saved my life several times. The engine runs just like it did on day-one. Overall, I'm more than happy with this car, and easily take it over a Corolla. Love my car! 6-month update: I've put 13,000 miles on the car so far. It's been an excellent daily driver. Suspension is stiffer than a sedan, even the Toyota Corolla. Brakes could be significantly better. This car truly is a 4-seater - taking 5 people, even with the small ones in the back, is a very cramped experience. My only major qualm has to be the amount I'm paying for gas: Adjusting for distance, you pay $53 for 400 miles in an Impreza, and $33 for 400 miles in a Corolla (a difference of $20). That's at least $80 per month more that you're paying for gas in the Impreza than in a commuter car (ie: Corolla, Civic). I feel confident in the build quality and performance of the car - I've never felt unconfident in the car when in remote areas like the Redwoods. However, long-term reliability is yet to be seen. Maintenance is easy (engine oil filter gets an 11/10 for placement), and few and far between. What gives the Impreza an x-factor is how accommodating it is of larger people: I'm 6'1", and my head is far from the ceiling. The windows are large and wide; I don't feel cramped in the car, which is a godsend when compared to a Corolla. Overall, I'm in-between about the Impreza. Gets an A+ when getting me from point A to point B. Ride quality is harsher than I want it to be. Fuel cost is significantly more than a commuter car. At the end of the day, I still take the Impreza over the Corolla. I have nightmares about getting into a Corolla and my head hitting the ceiling; if you are 5'8" or shorter, the Corolla might be better for you (plus it's a true 5-seater). Hope this helps! Original review: This car is what it is, and is not what it's not. The Impreza is an AWD, wide, roomy, and comfortable car that gets decent gas mileage. Between city and highway driving, I'm averaging 29.5 MPG. Compared to a Toyota Corolla, this car is on another level - it's fun to drive, powerful, has plush seats, amazing visibility, and is much more suitable for taller drivers than the new (2015-present) Corolla sedan. The 2015-2019 Corolla wins when it comes to MPG and rear legroom (at least in my experience), but that's about it. I bought the base model, which has hub caps, the 6.5" Starlink touchscreen (with Apple carplay and Android auto - which both work amazingly!), and cruise control. That's it for features. In the higher trims levels, you get a mix of: larger touchscreen, Eyesight technology, LED headlights, alloy rims, ski racks, etc. That raises the price of the car from about $21K for the base, to $27K for loaded. Overall, I am satisfied with my base Impreza hatchback. This car is what it is and is not what it's not. If you're looking for tons of features and the most up-to-date technology, either pay more for a premium Impreza, or opt for a different car. If you're someone who wants great visibility, more power than a normal 4-cylinder car, comfortable seats, AWD, and the satisfaction of driving a Subaru, then consider the Impreza. PS: -The car has a considerable center hump on the floor of the rear seats, making it a very comfortable 4-seater car, but a tight 5-seater car. -Although the trunk is rated to have 20.8 cubic feet of space, it's wide and deep, allowing you to easily carry 4 large suitcases and then some. For comparison, the 2017 Corolla iM also has 20.8 cubic feet of trunk space, but there's no way you're going to fit 4 large suitcases in it - it's too shallow. -There's no rear cup-holders attached to the center armrest, although the rear side doors can hold 2 bottles of water each.
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Solid highly underrated compact sedan!
TheDarkISTP, 06/26/2019
updated 12/27/2019
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
Ive had this car for 7 months. Theres a lot more pros than cons but ill list them anyway PROS - Boxer engine lowers car center of gravity - Easy to service esp when doing oil changes - Sport Trim makes car truly feel sporty esp if you get the sedan; it comes with a spoiler. - Phone syncs easily to bluetooth and infotainment system - Sport Trim has large easy to use radio console - Backup camera on sport trim is easy to see since it uses the large radio console - AWD enables you to drive through rain and snow with absolute confidence - Engine not as underpowered as people claim; can merge quickly and change lanes with ease on highways - rear sears fold flat if you need more cargo room to haul things CONS - Its a compact sedan so storage space will be more limited - center console has limited storage space - No compartment space for driving glasses - Be careful raking off lugnuts. For some odd reason Subaru used fine thread on the lugnut studs (had to replace a couple of them) - If you put different rims on car the tire sensors have to be transferred to the new rims and dealership has to reprogram them to sync with the cars infotainment system. OVERALL - Fun car to drive - Small yet rugged and reliable transportation - Overall rating i give is 9.5/10
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Subaru has stepped up its features.
Chris C, 12/11/2018
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Limited 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
40 of 42 people found this review helpful
In the past I never looked at Subaru’s because they were always behind in tech and features. They have stepped up big time. The eye sight works amazing, I use the auto cruise control daily going to work and only have to push the gas or brake pedals on side streets, it does a great job of keep you behind the car in front of you. The infotainment software is amazing, as someone coming from the constantly not working Mazda (2017) infotainment, this one works perfectly. I have not had Bluetooth or usb disconnect since I bought it. The AWD is amazing especially living in Seattle, it handles the rain like a dream. Even the eyesight has no problems on the gloomy dark rainy weather. The acceleration is perfectly fine, yea it won’t blow anyone away but did you expect that when they sell the WRX or STI? The rear cargo room is more than any other car in the class. I can fit my infant car seat in the back with adults sitting up front with no space issues, the same can’t be said for the Mazda 3, civic or corolla. I would highly recommend this car to anyone looking at a car in this size, especially as someone who owned a Mazda 3 that was traded in for this.
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Nice car, nothing great nothing bad
Raja Chava, 09/11/2019
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
I have had a 2007 Camry and replaced it with Impreza after 13yrs. Our primary requirement was AWD, reliability and affordability. It was easy to filter and narrow down the list of cars. We bought Impreza base model with EyeSight. We also got lifetime oil changes for $500 (2 oil changes/yr for as long I own the car) The good: Smooth ride Perfect size for our needs Lot of features in the base model (Dual LCD displays, Bluetooth, USB, Apple/Android connectivity, good interiors, high quality cloth seats, all weather mats) Good sound quality (with just 4 speakers) Price: Paid $19,350 (2.i with EyeSight) + Tax + fee (under $300) The bad: Mileage: Pittsburgh has no flat roads and lot of stop signs. We drove around 300 miles so far and fuel average is just 19 MPG. I hope it will increase after first service. Gas tank: With 19 MPG and a 13 gallon tank, we have to make far more trips to gas station (Almost once a week with our 30 mile/day usage), which I hate to do in winter. Second row hump: I only sat in the back row for sometime but the hump in the middle made the middle seat useless. It may be good for a child but not for an adult. Manual driver seat adjustments: The driver seat adjustments are manual. My 07 Camry has power driver seat, how come a 2019 model still comes with manual adjustments? Me and wife both use the car and its always a hassle to adjust the seat. I am missing my Camry here. No DRL: No day time running lights. So we always keep the lights on. Center HVAC vents: These are in the middle vertically. If you hold your steering in the middle horizontally, your hand blocks air. I believe it will be more annoying when you turn on heat since the hot air directly hits your hand. To be honest there is no wow factor(except AWD and price) here compared to my 13 year old Camry.
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My first Subaru
Ken Hanson, 04/14/2019
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
Shopping for a car and my wife and I found ourselves at a Subaru dealership. The staff was very polite and accommodating. My wife had owned a Subaru before and we fell in love with the hatchback. After purchasing we took it on a 2000 mile road trip. The car has a very smooth and quiet ride and is roomy for the size. I wanted the tech and it came loaded with apple and android connectivity. Integrated garage door opener, compass, WiFi and exterior temperature. You also can add apps to your phone to locate, lock and unlock the vehicle which is good because I have been known to lock my keys in the car from time to time. You can also check the vehicles health and get notified on service and recalls. It has a 2.0i and CVT transmission so don't expect plenty of power but it is acceptable for the fuel economy it offers. It does have some overrev when shifting hard, but, I heard that is common for Subarus. The seats are firm and offer great support but not super comfortable for long trips. With eyesight... it will correct if you drift from your lane at times if the lines are not worn but will not steer itself. The adjustable cruise control is nice and will control acceleration and braking until you come to a complete stop. My only gripe is that it sits very low making it harder for older people to get in and out and scrapes when loaded on big dips but it can be corrected with a set of strut spacers. Also, Many accessories are available to customize to your liking. Overall I am completely satisfied with my new car and will recommend it to friends. I am now a Subaru fan!
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No Buyer's Remorse Here - Updated
Longtime Subie Fan, 12/02/2020
updated 09/13/2023
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
This is my third Subaru. I purchased it 13 months ago, and have taken it across country (there/back) twice. 13,000 miles on the clock. Fantastic visibility, great handling, awesome AWD, unpretentious interior. Engine is not real peppy, but it's a daily driver not a track car. I opted for the manual; the clutch and shifter are smooth. There is rev hang but not enough to be a problem. A great value. Nitpicks - no temp gauge; gas gauge in twelfths, not sixteenths; TPMS is unnecessary; overly dense owners manual. 9/12/23 Update - Because of covid/remote work, only 27,165 miles total. Across country (there/back) twice more. Currently over 29mpg combined. Except for lack of quickness, still a great driving car. Minor issues - lost the front/right plastic wheel cover, almost $70 to replace, so riding w/ naked steelie instead; low on oil twice but no apparent leaks Additional Nitpick - rear spoiler in the way when squeeging hatchback glass Still no buyer's remorse whatsoever. According to this website car is worth more than I bought it for. A great car and value.
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Great little AWD Car
Dan Suby Owner, 05/18/2019
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
We got a great deal on this car. Handles well. Comfortable, lots of rear seat room. Lots of cargo room with rear seats folded down. Touch screen, A/C, AWD, tinted glass, power windows, backup camera. That’s pretty loaded for a base model car. The down sides: The mileage isn’t quite as high as rated, but we consistently get around 30 mpg. A little noisy on the hwy. Wish the backup camera also beeped when objects are close. Owned 1 month.
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Impreza Sport is Great!
Josh Winkler, 12/06/2018
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
24 of 26 people found this review helpful
If you're looking for a super-sporty car, buy a WRX. Acceleration is fine, especially in high RPM's, but you're not going to blow anyone's pants off. Handling is phenomenal, cargo space, though not was the car is designed for, is great because the back seats fold down and basically give you a hatchback when you have the sedan. It's also significantly longer than the hatch, so I prefer it not only cosmetically but for utility as well. Gas mileage is good, AWD system is ridiculously good. This car is truly a no-brainer for winter. It's cheap, it's reliable, it handles incredibly well... It should sell better than the Civic, frankly, and I'm sure sales will pick up!
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Good so far...
MAC, 12/21/2019
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Have the sedan, premium with eyesight, rear cross-traffic alert and weather package since April 2019. So far so good. Good safety and function. Understated, classic looks. Specifics: Suspension - outstanding. Perfect balance of road feel and cushion. You would be hard pressed to find something better - at any price level. Acceleration - fair. CVT is adequate for my driving style but you won't be winning any races in this one. Handling - curves - outstanding Hugs the road. Any weather. Handling - highway straight - good but over 70 the car does wander a little in the lanes Braking - fair/good. Works well but car seems to want to pull away at stops unless you keep a lot of pressure on the brakes. They do stop the car effectively though which is more important. Noise - low engine RPMs - very good. Noise - higher RPMs - fair. The engine does drone a bit at higher acceleration and driving loads. Visibility - very good - best in class. Huge windows and good driver position. Large, effective side mirrors. Especially with BSD. Room - very good. Lots of headroom and rear seat legroom. Child seat accommodation is outstanding and latches are the easiest I have ever used. Instrumentation - Good. Looks classic but has a lot of tech with good displays. Infotainment screen could be about an inch or two larger which it is in the Limited. Eyesight - collision warning - very good. Works well without false positives. It also does a great job of recognizing hazards up close but seems to be able to calculate your closing speed and the position of an object in front that is fairly distant but still poses an issue given your own speed. Impressive. Eyesight - dynamic cruise control - fair. Follows cars well provided they don't pull away. It slows down when needed but doesn't seem to speed up when the car in front does. Eyesight - lane keep assist - N/A. Don't really use it because it seems spooky to me. I think it works pretty well though. Eyesight - lane departure - very good. Not intrusive and mostly accurate. BSD - Outstanding. Few false positives. Seems to know the difference between 1 lane and 2 lanes away. Not intrusive but there when you need it. Rear cross traffic - good. Some false positives but accurate otherwise. It will not stop the car though. Back-up camera - Fair/good. Works well but with poor weather can be difficult to see. Also doesn't have multiple angles like some cars. Ergonomics - Good. Most things in the right places and easy to use. One issue is climate control knobs which are cheap and small. Seating - Good/Fair. Nothing especially bad about seats but the front seats could use a little more bolstering/support. Some people may prefer not to have the seat pushing into you. Others will want more support on long trips. Adjustable front headrests (rather than having angled excessively forward) is a nice touch. Storage - poor. Not sure what they were thinking. There is one center console this awkwardly placed and hard to access. The USB ports are there - not towards the front. You have to run your charger cable through a small opening in the top of the center console and it is really awkward to even get the USB plugged in because the wire has to fold back over itself. Cup holders are too wide and the plastic prongs will not adjust to the size of your cup. It might be a small issue but I am not sure what they were thinking. Not good enough. Mileage - Fair. Get 30 if mostly on highways. But around town, it's less. Not great in this day and age. Hope that helps. I had always been a Honda person but I have been impressed so far. You can beat the safety and AWD, especially at this price.
Best Car In It’s Class
Ryan, 02/13/2019
updated 08/19/2019
2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
29 of 34 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport Hatchback with CVT. I agree the acceleration is not the best but it's adequate. The reliability has been great so far, I paid extra for the Eyesight technology and it's great, but not 100% accurate. I've had people in my blind spot and yet my light wasn't on. It will also tell you when the car in front of you moves if you stay still, but this could be bad, since if the light is red you obviously don't want to move forward. The lights will flash if you use your signal and try to change lanes with something there. I think the Eyesight Tech. is worth it, but like with all technology you should use it to aid you, not do everything for you. There are some Apple Car Play and Starlink quirks that are bothersome. Sometimes it if I connect my phone through the USB port for Apple Car Play, it has difficulty connecting or will connect and then later disconnect. The Apple Car Play is spotty, meaning sometimes it works, sometimes it disconnects after working. I worried it was my cable, but I still have issues using different cables and a new i-phone. The Starlink very rarely won't come on when I start the car, every 3 months or so. Then it will reboot and kick on. I had issues with Blu-tooth but I was using an i-phone 5s with i-phone watch and every once in awhile it would disconnect and the reconnect. This means your song would stop, then start again. This changed once I updated my phone, no problems so far, 6 months going. Using the in car phone features is good, but sometimes on the freeway it's difficult to hear the person. I often have to turn the volume all the way up. Gas mileage is okay, but not as good as reported. I get approx. 350-375 miles per fill up if I wait until my gas tank is really low, which I rarely do. I love the 3 displays. 1- is between MPH/RPM, 2- is on dash, and 3- is actual radio. You can customize these which is a great feature. I usually have MPH on 1, music on 2, and phone on 3. Getting to know how to use each one, and change each one is important so you can look at tire pressure, know how many more miles for next fill up, how long you've been driving, etc. The all wheel drive is great in the snow, but that doesn't mean you stop any better so you still need to be careful driving in slippery conditions, but you shouldn't get stuck. Seats aren't the most comfortable, especially on long drives but their adequate. Road noise is at a minimum. This in my opinion is the best car in it's class, because reliability, safety, all wheel drive, gas mileage, are important to me. I recommend the hatchback over the sedan because of the extra space, and it's easier to see out the back window for safety. I added tinted windows which looks good on the hatchback and helps keep the car cool in the summer. Overall the best car I tried in it's class and price range. I’ve now owned the car for over 2 years and it’s still doing great. I have very few problems with STARLINK these days, once every 6 months. I’ll turn my car on and the infotainment system is black. I just turn the car off and back on and it’s up. The longer I’ve owned it and been in other cars the more I love my car. I highly recommend this car and I would buy another one, or a Crosstrek since they have better clearance, (dang pot holes and speed bumps).
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