2021
Subaru Impreza

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$23,595
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Available trims

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  • 4-door Manual
    Starts at
    $18,795
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5-door Manual
    Starts at
    $19,295
    24 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4-door CVT
    Starts at
    $20,095
    28 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5-door CVT
    Starts at
    $20,595
    28 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Premium 4-door CVT
    Starts at
    $22,195
    28 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Premium 5-door CVT
    Starts at
    $22,695
    28 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Sport 5-door Manual
    Starts at
    $22,995
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Sport 4-door CVT
    Starts at
    $23,595
    27 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Sport 5-door CVT
    Starts at
    $24,095
    27 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Limited 4-door CVT
    Starts at
    $25,895
    28 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Limited 5-door CVT
    Starts at
    $26,395
    28 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat compact sedan or four-door hatchback
All-wheel drive standard
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard
Sport trim level with unique suspension tuning
EyeSight suite of active safety features available

The good & the bad

The good

Cabin materials on top trim
Ride and handling
Rear legroom and headroom
Multimedia system usability
Visibility

The bad

Cheap interior materials on base and mid-level trims
Road noise
CVT noise
Sedan's trunk space

Expert 2021 Subaru Impreza review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
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our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

The Subaru Impreza is a compact car that seats five, has standard all-wheel drive and is available as a sedan or four-door hatchback. All models use a 152-horsepower, horizontally opposed 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. Base and Sport trim levels have a standard five-speed manual transmission; a continuously variable automatic transmission is available. Competitors include the Nissan Sentra, Mazda3, Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic.

What’s New on the 2021 Subaru Impreza? 

The Premium trim level adds the SI-Drive drive-mode selector.  

What Features in the 2021 Subaru Impreza Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • Power windows, locks and side mirrors
  • Keyless entry
  • Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
  • 6.5-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
  • 60/40-split, folding backseat

Available features include: 

  • Power moonroof
  • Heated front seats
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Push-button start
  • 8-inch touchscreen
  • Navigation
  • Harman Kardon premium stereo
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Reverse automatic braking

Should I Buy the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

The Impreza isn’t the roomiest, most refined or best performing compact car, but with standard all-wheel drive and an impressive array of available safety features, it deserves consideration — especially if you live in an area where all-wheel traction is a plus.

2021 Subaru Impreza review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

The Subaru Impreza is a compact car that seats five, has standard all-wheel drive and is available as a sedan or four-door hatchback. All models use a 152-horsepower, horizontally opposed 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. Base and Sport trim levels have a standard five-speed manual transmission; a continuously variable automatic transmission is available. Competitors include the Nissan Sentra, Mazda3, Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic.

What’s New on the 2021 Subaru Impreza? 

The Premium trim level adds the SI-Drive drive-mode selector.  

What Features in the 2021 Subaru Impreza Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • Power windows, locks and side mirrors
  • Keyless entry
  • Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
  • 6.5-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
  • 60/40-split, folding backseat

Available features include: 

  • Power moonroof
  • Heated front seats
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Push-button start
  • 8-inch touchscreen
  • Navigation
  • Harman Kardon premium stereo
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Reverse automatic braking

Should I Buy the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

The Impreza isn’t the roomiest, most refined or best performing compact car, but with standard all-wheel drive and an impressive array of available safety features, it deserves consideration — especially if you live in an area where all-wheel traction is a plus.

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Safety review

Based on the 2021 Subaru Impreza base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / 80,000 miles
Basic
Coverage available for purchase
Dealer certification
152-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.6 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.2
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

I bought a 2021 Impreza sport after having a Civic sport

I bought a 2021 Impreza sport after having a Civic sport and didn’t think it would be a downgrade. The performance for a sport trim is very poor, it has trouble keeping up with traffic. The AWD didn’t give me as much confidence as I’d like when drove it in its first snowstorm. I was let down with the gas mileage as well. The interior and tech is buggy too. The windows sometimes roll back down and stay down when rolling up. The “premium” sound system has a speaker rattling already. Other small things like the music/radio still plays after shutting the engine off which I'd like to change but can’t. The cargo space is surprisingly small given that it’s a hatchback too. Hey, heated seats at least! I don’t regret buying it necessarily, but given Subaru’s reputation I am extremely disappointed. It’s fine for a car to get you from point A to B that “looks” cool. It’s not fun to drive and I can’t wait to trade it in.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 2.0
Interior 2.0
Performance 1.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 3.0
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Most reliable car I’ve owned. My third Impreza!

I always feel very safe with Vermont winters. Always feel I have control even in inclement weather! I love all the standard features and feel safe driving my grandchildren in this car.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

The 2021 Subaru Impreza is available in 4 trim levels:

  • (4 styles)
  • Limited (2 styles)
  • Premium (2 styles)
  • Sport (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

The 2021 Subaru Impreza offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

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Is the 2021 Subaru Impreza reliable?

The 2021 Subaru Impreza has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 Subaru Impreza owners.

Is the 2021 Subaru Impreza a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2021 Subaru Impreza. 92.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.6

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