What Is the 2023 Subaru Impreza?
The Subaru Impreza is a compact car available as a sedan or four-door hatchback. Competing against the likes of the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, the Impreza is equipped with a 152-horsepower, horizontally opposed 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission; a continuously variable automatic transmission is optional. What really sets the Impreza apart is the standard fitment of all-wheel drive on every trim: The added grip is a boon for car buyers on a budget who routinely navigate slick roads.
What’s New on the 2023 Subaru Impreza?
The 2023 Impreza sedan and hatchback are carryovers from the previous model year. A redesigned Impreza — in hatchback form only — debuts for 2024.
What Features in the 2023 Subaru Impreza Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 6.5-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
- 60/40-split, folding backseat
- Keyless entry
- Front USB port
- Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
- Rearview camera
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 departure steering assist
- Blind spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Reverse automatic braking
- Adaptive LED headlights
Should I Buy the 2023 Subaru Impreza?
The Impreza is a solid value, and standard all-wheel drive makes it a worthy alternative not only to other compact sedans and hatches, but also to small SUVs like the Honda HR-V, Nissan Kicks and Toyota Corolla Cross. There’s a paucity of standard active-safety features on the Impreza, unfortunately, though many are available on upper trims. Performance from the 152-hp four-cylinder isn’t exactly dazzling, but it’s easy on your fuel budget. If cargo space is a prime consideration, the Impreza hatchback’s roomier cargo area gives it the edge over the sedan.
