2019 Subaru Impreza Sedan
What’s new
- Expanded availability of the EyeSight package of safety features
- Premium models now come with a CD player, HD radio and two rear USB ports
- Manual-equipped Sport models get the short-throw shifter from the Impreza WRX STI
- Part of the fifth Impreza generation introduced for 2017
Pros & Cons
- Standard all-wheel drive delivers secure handling and wet-weather traction
- The cabin is quiet, comfortable and surprisingly roomy for a compact car
- A healthy selection of advanced safety features is available on most trims
- Available manual transmission for those who want to row their own gears
- Slow acceleration, even with this generation's more powerful engine
- Transmission is loud under heavy loads
- Interior materials are lower-quality compared to many rivals
- Hard to match fuel economy estimates in the real world
2019 Subaru Impreza Sedan pricing
in Ashburn, VA
Which Impreza does Edmunds recommend?
Edmunds' Expert Review
Overall rating
7.4 / 10On snowy and icy roads, vehicles with traction-enhancing all-wheel drive are invaluable. But what if you don't want to get an SUV? Check out the 2019 Subaru Impreza. Not only is it the least expensive all-wheel-drive vehicle on the market, but it's also the only compact sedan to offer AWD — and it's standard.
Even if you don't expressly need all-wheel drive, the Impreza is still worth checking out. Redesigned just two years ago, the Impreza is one of the newer compacts and features the latest tech gadgets and driving aids that buyers have come to expect. This is especially true of this year's model since Subaru has increased the availability of its EyeSight suite of advanced safety aids. Now, any Impreza can be equipped with EyeSight, which includes traffic-adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking.
The Impreza has other advantages, including secure handling, an excellent infotainment system, a comfortable ride, and a cabin with room for four adults. It's not competitive in all areas, however. Acceleration is slow, and real-world fuel economy is subpar. Overall, though, we're fond of the Impreza. It's worth considering, especially if you want all-wheel drive.
Notably, we picked the 2019 Subaru Impreza as one of Edmunds' Best AWD Sedans for this year and is a featured vehicle in our Cheapest New Cars article.
What's it like to live with?
Edmunds owned a Subaru Impreza for one year and nearly 20,000 miles. To learn more about our experiences, visit the long-term page for our 2017 Subaru Impreza Limited. We cover everything from seat comfort to real-world fuel economy. All-wheel-drive performance was a staff favorite, but we were less impressed with its engine responsiveness and interior materials. If you have questions, chances are good we've answered them during our long-term test. There are no significant differences between the 2019 Subaru Impreza and our long-term car, so our observations still apply.
2019 Subaru Impreza models
Like many compacts, the 2019 Subaru Impreza is available as a sedan or a four-door hatchback. Features on the four available trims are nearly identical between the two body styles. The base 2.0i is sparsely equipped, but it does have power windows and a touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay capability. The Premium counts alloy wheels and heated seats among its additions. Upgrade to the Sport and you get larger wheels, sporty suspension tuning, keyless entry and ignition, and a larger touchscreen. The Limited keeps some of the Sport's luxury features and adds leather and automatic climate control.
Every Impreza is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 152 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque. (The related, high-performance WRX and WRX STI are reviewed separately.) A five-speed manual transmission is standard on the 2.0i and Sport models, and a continuously variable automatic is optional on those and standard on Premium and Limited trims.
The base 2.0i comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels, daytime running lights, remote locking and unlocking, cloth upholstery, carpeted floor mats, a rearview camera, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a driver information display, a height-adjustable driver's seat, cruise control, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, Bluetooth, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, and a four-speaker audio system with a USB port and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.
The available EyeSight suite of driver aids adds adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic braking, automatic reverse braking, and lane departure warning and mitigation. This option also adds an upgraded driver information display.
The Premium trim is better equipped, with alloy wheels, automatic headlights and wipers, heated mirrors, a windshield wiper de-icer, a sound-reducing windshield, heated front seats, Subaru Starlink services, and a six-speaker audio system with a CD player, satellite radio and a second USB port. Models equipped with the CVT also get steering-wheel-mounted paddles with seven simulated gears, while hatchback models add roof rails and a cargo cover.
An available package combines blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, cornering lights and the EyeSight suite. This package can be ordered with or without a power sunroof.
For drivers who want a more exciting version of the Impreza, there's the Sport. It comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, a sport-tuned suspension, keyless entry and ignition, an 8-inch touchscreen, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, unique interior and exterior trim, and active torque vectoring for improved traction.
EyeSight, the sunroof and blind-spot monitoring are bundled into a package that also includes an eight-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system.
At the top of the Impreza range, there's the Limited model. It builds off the Premium trim, adding 17-inch alloy wheels, adaptive LED headlights with automatic high beams, foglights, keyless entry and ignition, the 8-inch touchscreen, leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a six-way power driver's seat, a rear armrest, automatic climate control, the EyeSight system and reverse automatic braking.
Blind-spot monitoring and the sunroof are bundled into a package. It can be ordered with or without the Harman Kardon system and navigation.
Trim tested
Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions that are fundamentally similar. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of the Subaru Impreza Limited Sedan (2.0L flat-4 | CVT automatic | AWD).
NOTE: Since this test was conducted in 2017, there have been no significant changes to the Subaru Impreza.
Scorecard
| Overall | 7.4 / 10 |
| Driving | 7.5 |
| Comfort | 7.5 |
| Interior | 8.5 |
| Utility | 7.0 |
| Technology | 8.0 |
Driving
7.5Acceleration
6.0Braking
8.0Steering
8.0Handling
8.0Drivability
6.5Off-road
8.0Comfort
7.5Seat comfort
7.5Ride comfort
8.0Noise & vibration
7.0Climate control
7.0Interior
8.5Ease of use
8.0Getting in/getting out
8.5Driving position
8.0Roominess
8.5Visibility
9.0Quality
7.5Utility
7.0Small-item storage
6.0Cargo space
6.5Child safety seat accommodation
6.5Technology
8.0Smartphone integration
7.0Driver aids
7.5Voice control
8.0Sponsored cars related to the Impreza
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2019 Subaru Impreza.
Trending topics in reviews
- comfort
- interior
- reliability & manufacturing quality
- spaciousness
- handling & steering
- safety
- dashboard
- technology
- oil
- value
- maintenance & parts
- appearance
- road noise
- visibility
- sound system
- ride quality
- seats
- climate control
- lights
- fuel efficiency
- transmission
Most helpful consumer reviews
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
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!
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.
We specifically bought this car for a teenager. It’s very safe, drives great and looks awesome. My kid loves it!
Features & Specs
| 2.0i 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl CVT | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $19,595 |
| MPG | 28 city / 38 hwy |
| Seating | Seats 5 |
| Transmission | Continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| 2.0i Premium 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl CVT | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,595 |
| MPG | 28 city / 38 hwy |
| Seating | Seats 5 |
| Transmission | Continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| 2.0i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl CVT | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,995 |
| MPG | 27 city / 36 hwy |
| Seating | Seats 5 |
| Transmission | Continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| 2.0i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl 5M | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,195 |
| MPG | 23 city / 31 hwy |
| Seating | Seats 5 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Safety
Our experts’ favorite Impreza safety features:
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Sounds an audible warning when vehicles are approaching from the side, such as when backing out of a parking space.
- Subaru EyeSight
- Bundles several driver aids, including adaptive cruise control, emergency braking and lane keeping assist.
- Reverse Automatic Braking
- Applies the brakes automatically if a collision is deemed imminent while reversing.
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
| Side Impact Test | Good |
|---|---|
| Roof Strength Test | Good |
| Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint | Good |
| IIHS Small Overlap Front Test | Not Tested |
| Moderate Overlap Front Test | Good |
Subaru Impreza vs. the competition
Subaru Impreza vs. Subaru Legacy
If you like the Impreza but need a bit more room for friends or cargo, the Subaru Legacy is a good choice. The midsize Legacy is naturally more spacious than the Impreza, and the cabin materials are a little nicer. Legacy models are also not much more expensive than similarly equipped Imprezas.
Subaru Impreza vs. Subaru Crosstrek
The Crosstrek is essentially an Impreza hatchback that can overcome inclement weather or venture off-road. An extra 3.6 inches of ground clearance helps it sail over smaller rocks, while the available X-Mode traction system keeps the car moving on low-grip surfaces. It also has an extra half-inch of headroom, which might make all the difference for tall rear passengers.
Subaru Impreza vs. Honda Civic
The Honda Civic is one of the best small cars on the market and poses a serious challenge to the Impreza. It's roomier, more powerful and more fuel-efficient than the Impreza, and prices between like models are nearly identical. The Impreza gets points for all-wheel drive and a superior infotainment system, but in most other respects, the Civic is better. To learn more about the Civic of this generation, read Edmunds' long-term road test of a 2016 Honda Civic Touring.
FAQ
Is the Subaru Impreza a good car?
What's new in the 2019 Subaru Impreza?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2019 Subaru Impreza:
- Expanded availability of the EyeSight package of safety features
- Premium models now come with a CD player, HD radio and two rear USB ports
- Manual-equipped Sport models get the short-throw shifter from the Impreza WRX STI
- Part of the fifth Impreza generation introduced for 2017
Is the Subaru Impreza reliable?
Is the 2019 Subaru Impreza a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2019 Subaru Impreza?
The least-expensive 2019 Subaru Impreza is the 2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $18,595.
Other versions include:
- 2.0i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $19,595
- 2.0i Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $21,595
- 2.0i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $22,995
- 2.0i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M) which starts at $22,195
- 2.0i Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $25,190
- 2.0i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M) which starts at $18,595
What are the different models of Subaru Impreza?
More about the 2019 Subaru Impreza
Like many compact vehicles, the 2019 Subaru Impreza is sold as a sedan or a four-door hatchback. Its standard all-wheel-drive powertrain not only gives the Impreza the edge around tight mountain switchbacks, but it also keeps the car pointed straight ahead when the road gets wet.
Both Impreza body styles are offered in four distinct trim levels: base 2.0i, Premium, Sport and Limited. The base and Sport models come standard with a five-speed manual transmission, while a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is optional on those trims and standard on the Premium and the Limited. Under the hood of every model is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 152 horsepower on tap.
The base 2.0i is rather modestly equipped, with highlights that are mostly limited to a height-adjustable driver's seat, a 6.5-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration. The Premium fares slightly better (and is perfect for colder climates), with alloy wheels, automatic wipers and headlights, a windshield wiper de-icer, heated front seats, and a six-speaker audio system with satellite radio.
Upgrade to the Sport and you'll get larger wheels, a rear spoiler, sporty suspension tuning, keyless entry and a larger touchscreen. The top-dog Limited keeps the Sport's luxury items and ditches the sport stuff. It also adds leather upholstery, automatic climate control and a power driver's seat. Subaru's EyeSight suite of driver aids is optional on every trim except the Limited, where it's standard. Its features include forward collision warning with automatic braking, lane departure mitigation and automatic braking if an object is detected in the car's path as it backs up. Blind-spot monitoring is also available.
We like the Impreza for its all-weather handling capabilities, roomy interior, and widespread availability of driver aids. There are some drawbacks, including an underpowered engine, subpar cabin materials, and real-world fuel economy that differs significantly from EPA estimates. The above issues aside, the Impreza is a fine choice if you need a practical sedan or hatchback and you see your share of inclement weather. Use Edmunds shopping tools to price and find the right 2019 Subaru Impreza for you.
2019 Subaru Impreza Sedan Overview
The 2019 Subaru Impreza Sedan is offered in the following styles: 2.0i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT), 2.0i Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT), 2.0i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT), 2.0i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M), 2.0i Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT), and 2.0i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M).
What do people think of the 2019 Subaru Impreza Sedan?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2019 Subaru Impreza Sedan and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2019 Impreza Sedan 4.1 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2019 Impreza Sedan.
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