Is the 2024 Subaru Impreza RS a BETTER hatchback to BUY than a Honda Civic?
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The ALL NEW Impreza is here and Subaru is upping their game. This hatchback competes with the Toyota Corolla, Mazda 3 and Honda Civic. Under the hood of the RS is a 2.5L flat-4 that now produces 182HP. On the outside there is all new sheetmetal and 18in wheels. On the inside there is two-tone cloth interior and new 11in infotainment system. Is the 2024 Subaru Impreza RS the BETTER hatchback to BUY than a Honda Civic?
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Subaru does an amazing job of redesigning their lineup and making them still look the same as if nothing ever changed.
Have you seen the WRX?
@@littlefoot4417 has this exact interior.
So true lol
😂 well said
What?🤣
I can't believe they allowed the regular Impreza to look better than the WRX 😂 But I'm very happy about having a new cool wagon arround ❤️
I am glad that you are digging this one Bryan!
Idk man I think the wrx looks more interesting
I'm hoping maybe next iteration they'll surprise us all and bring back the impreza wrx
I would literally drop all my money on one if they did
I’ve never seen a WRX that i thought looked good. I feel like they make them exclusively for Florida-man.
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It's so refreshing having a sporty trim that isn't just an appearance package
I think you are so very right!
I wish someone would put ventilated seats in an economy car
Ya know what? This is the first time I'm actually impressed with the Impreza! I like the red, really digging the headlights. The interior looks fantastic! Wish the cup holder on the door panel was a tad bigger. Their new infotainment system looks terrific! I'm sure the seats are comfortable too. 2.5 liter engine is decent! (Let's not talk about the CVT though.) Can't wait to see what else Subaru has up their sleeve. Great review Joe!
I always love how when Joe says “But before we get into *insert car here*-“, you’d might expect some kind of sponsorship, but instead he gives you some helpful background info on the car. Respect
Joe thanks to you and Lori for being relentless in doing your car reviews! Have to always see what you are presenting.
I really appreciate you taking the time to say that! We can't do it without you!
Really cool car. Great videos as always. Thank you for the amazing content.
This is all I have waiting for!!! Thanks Joe.
For a canadian that often drives on icy , unplowed roads, this looks great
I think this will work out well for you!
I'm surprised they didnt add plastic cladding like they did to the 22 WRX AND the 2024 crosstrek
Short and sweet review joe, @11:48 didn't expect Easter Eggs lil Impreza logos lol 🤣🤣🤣🤣
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Oh yeah! Finally some love to the Impreza. Looks great! Love the color. Thanks for bringing it to us.
It took me by surprise. Loved it.
Subaru is killing it with attractive design and great quality throughout their lineup.
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Yeah, I think I am going to buy the Subaru RS for my next car. I currently own the Impreza 2.0 from 2016 and I always said it needed another 20 or 30 hp.
Great review.
Will be waiting for the driving review
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Hey Joe great coverage like always and your wife could be behind the camera for a big movie production. I like the vehicle but don’t love it because no manual transmission and I personally feel that the tablet style center console’s are more dangerous then analog controls because you don’t have to take your eyes off the road. Joe what are you and your wife’s feelings on this digital vs analog controls? Stay well and Happy Holidays
Love the look, love the 2.5 boxer, love the hatch. No manual I'm out. Talk about missing their target demographic. So sad that Subaru is now ran like a lost puppy who doesn't know who they are anymore.
Agreed... no manual I'm out. I really like the styling too - way better than current WRX.
It would have been fine if they kept the manual only for the sportier RS model only..kind of like how if you want the new Integra with manual you have to get the top spec model. I'd be fine paying more for that. But no... they got rid of it completely.
It would be a blasphemy if they kept 6 MT for 2024 Crosstrek but then got rid of it for Impreza, since they are basically the same cars.
They are a small car company falling victim to a changing car landscape. They were fine being known as the "all AWD car company" (minus BRZ of course) that produced affordable AWD vehicles for people who live in areas with real winter or occasional camping trips, but with internal combustion powered vehicles being prematurely legislated out of existence, companies like Subaru will stuggle to exist in another 10 years or so. By that time AWD will be offered in nearly every type car (easier to do with electric motors) and Subie will struggle to set themselves apart from the competition. As for the "no manual" thing, thats easy to figure out. Different transmission types require different certification for sale in the US (don't ask me why) and they also tend to get slightly worse EPA mileage which hurts Subaru's already lackluster corporate average fuel economy numbers. Subaru is even trying to increase sales of the cvt WRX by offering sport seats and other goodies only with that transmission. That to me signals Subaru wanting to eventually phase out the manual on even it's performance models.
@@username8644 From what I read the manual transmission used in the previous Impreza was imprecise and not nice to shift. How ever Subaru could had very well improved it or used a modified version of the WRX transmission.
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With a manual transmission, maybe. Perhaps this is the base for the next WRX, which would be a step in the right direction. Especially if they brought back an STI version.
Yeah electric sti
Crosstrek has a manual 😏😅
@@whosthis1230 It does. What I was looking for is something a bit beefier than the base engine it comes with.
@@findango yeah haha
@@whosthis1230 only for this year. Next year it’s gone
Interesting. They eliminated the WRX STI and brought back the RS name attached to the Impreza. Subaru is being very unpredictable with their direction. I'm actually not mad about it though 🙂
I like the RS a lot. Actually, I have an Impreza with the 2 Liter and feel that the power is not nearly as lacking as some reviews tend to make it sound. They 2.5L is a much needed addition now though, to compete with the Mazda 3 and Civic with the turbo. Definitely would be on my short list if I were in the market now. It all comes down to price. Needs to be significantly cheaper than the Mazda 3 turbo. As for comparison to Civic, definitely the RS is more suited for harsh climates. Otherwise it comes down to price.
My ideas for a better model line: Base with 2.0L, RS with the normally aspirated 2.5L (sort of replacing the current Premium trim), and move the Sport up to a higher price and add a mildly turned turbo of about 200 to 220 HP.
I have a 16 Impreza with the 2.0 and a 5 speed, and I’d honestly describe the power as adequate. Do I have issues passing on the highway? No. But I wish it was a little more powerful
I had a 16 with 2.0, issue I had was with cvt lag not so much the power from the engine.
2012 timeframe was my favorite style and size impreza hatch. Its grown too much for me, But definitely glad its still around. I just cant wrap my head around why the wrx GT and the impreza RS arent manuals.
Impreza had 2.5RS's after 1998. I had 2 02 Impreza 2.5 RS's. They were around until 2008 when it went to the 2.5i
I'm on my third Impreza and I love the car, I see the 2024 model will have a larger displacement engine. I wonder if this will be standard or option ?
If Subaru released a WRX version of this I would buy it, no questions asked. Great job as always bringing out constant new content Joe and Lori!
Not to sure it is going to happen!
Wont happen, Subaru has been blindsided by world governments stupidly trying to phase out ice at least a decade too early. The reason they didnt produce an STi version of the WRX had nothing to do with lack of demand and everything to do with Subaru's lack of hybrids and EV's to offset their lackluster corporate average fuel economy. (Average among all models) Just like Mazda, Subaru is a smaller car company that has to make some hard choices of where to spend what development money they have, and the Impreza and Crosstrek are their bread and butter...not the Legacy, not the Outback, and especially not niche performance cars like the WRX or BRZ.
@@jbm0866 That makes a lot of sense, and is certainly unfortunate for Subaru enthusiasts. I made that comment before I got to the part where I learned the manual transmission isn't even an option on this new Impreza.
Oh well, I'm grateful companies like Toyota and Honda are picking up the torch and bringing some awesome enthusiast cars to the market.
@@aethro Yes, it seems all car companies are putting out everything they've been holding back for the "future" these days, since the future gets nearer with each new piece of government legislation, and not just in the US. This means some great cars available for the next few years, at least for those who can still afford to buy them.
the levorg is calling you.
It's so disappointing how much better this looks than the new WRX (which I still like). I would've loved to have seen this with a WRX badge, a turbocharged engine, and a manual transmission. It would've been perfect.
If Subaru added that to the new Impreza I bet you many consumers would immediately buy these because who wouldn't a sporty hatchback with a manual and turbocharged engine that sounds like a fun daily! I really hope Subaru creates this
Could've been able to compete with Mazda and Toyota without a whole lot of new R&D. Sigh.
Is the RS only come in the red color? Hoping it would come in white
I'm actually surprised how well the designers made these new Imprezas. Kudos to Subaru 👏🏻 Why can't they be more consistent with their styling across the board? And as always, you and Lori make the best videos! 👍🏻
Looks incredible, now we only need it with a turbo boxer with manual and the STI badge.
With the awd, boxer engine and finally, more hp, i would 100% choose the impreza rs over the mazda and honda. I think i would miss the back seat arm rest. Also not a fan of the electronic parking brake and i dont like that infotainment screen. If only i could drop that engine in my 2018 impreza hatch 😍
This car gives me veloster vibes . It’s really nice though. I can’t see myself driving anything else than my 2018 hatch . After throwing some aftermarket wheels and lowering the car about 3 inches I’ve just been in love with how the car looks even though I’ve had it for over 5 years
The price of this will likely be around $30k-$32k. At that point, a Mazda3 Turbo is your absolute best option in terms of styling, reliability, a proper 6-speed auto, AWD, & fun factor. I'd say get a GR Corolla, but you're not finding a GR Corolla at msrp. If you can, then geta GR Corolla over a Mazda3 Turbo.
This RS Impreza is great if it comes in at $25k.
I heard 28k which would make more sense
@@ganstanick353 that's still an awful price for a CVT lol
@@ohBoolooz in what imaginary world are you living in that a.) you think Subaru is reliable. & b.) Subaru is more reliable than Mazda? Lmfao
Mazda just beat Toyota the past 2 years for reliability.. They're still top 3 for this year. Subaru is one of the worst vehicle manufactures on the market right now, lol
@@ohBoolooz Dude... The sheer irony of you saying Mazda's blow up while being a Subaru fanboy is peak irony. Also, I have a '21 Turbo Hatchback... Not a 2017 CX-5. I also didn't use KBB for "awards" it's an absolute statement of fact that Mazda is one of, if not THE most reliable brand right now on the market. Subaru on the other hand, not at all. Nor have they ever been close...
The comical arguments you're making while telling me I know nothing of cars & you're over here simping for a brand that used the same engine (& still couldn't get it to be reliable) after 15 years.
Mazda is infinitely superior to Subaru.
Weird you're being up the RX-7/RX-8, when Mazda doesn't make those anymore. Nor do they make a MazdaSpeed...
@@ohBoolooz I literally own all of my vehicles?... I have a family of mechanics, rather than an uneducated armchair mechanic like yourself. Yeah, Subaru is so reliable they're throwing their awful CVT's in everything they have, even their pitiful WRX lmfao.
Really really good looking😊😊😊 thanks Joe God bless!
Looks nice, but gotta zonk the CVT... I'd want a manual or a regular AT... Nice review! 🙂
The raiti team bringing the bangers first! I still don’t like the car, but great job bringing us the new models.
You deserve the best Rich!
@@RaitisRides the best is close to that million
The wheels look the same as the 2022 wrx, is subaru finally gonna go 5x114.3 on the impreza?
Best looking Impreza in a long time but the lack of a manual option is a deal breaker for me.
I am glad that you like this one.
I ordered a 2023 Crosstrek Premium six-speed last weekend, delivery promised in April.
So happy the hatchback is coming back..but nothing like 2010 and 2012 models..they are so superb.
I am glad that you are excited!
Nice Mazda Hatchback
I'm digging it! awesome!
What a time to be alive were a Toyota Prius can smoke this car.
Soo true, I'm very split , I like both, 2024 Prius and the future Impreza
I can't wait for your video about the new crosstrek
Stay tuned!
They took a page out of designing the Levorg for this. Looks quite alright.
I really dig this-- I'm always grateful when a car maker puts a hatchback on the market. I'm going to cling to my 2020 Elantra GT for as long as I can. This Impreza RS is cool, maybe a little too safe, but that's not bad.
This is so very true!
Love my Elantra GT N-Line as well amazing car for the $$
The 98 2.5 rs was the original brz.. my sister had one, really cool car.
The front looks like a 2023 Ford Focus RS to me! Very nice Subaru overall.
I think hatch sport to base 2.0 legacy, I'd say just go the legacy route, if your talking 2.5rs vs civic sport touring? Get the sport touring, and slap some winter tires, however, you may need mire cargo room and want to deal with an NA ENGINE instead of a turbo engine in which case 100% go the impreza route
Looks really good, but the CVT is a No for me. Also the boxer engine that will probably be recalled and start consuming oil by the time it gets to 100k miles.
I'm just excited to get a sneak peek of the next Crosstrek! Can't wait!
It is coming soon!
The RS door badge should be on fender not door?
If it comes out with a WRX version sweet, but overall this is one fine looking hatchback, I wouldn't mind picking one up myself and actually building off this platform would be a fun experience.
Good review, I actually really like what Subaru did. I’ll have to wait until you go on throttle. Top of my list is civic hybrid once it comes to the states . Will see
Are u an idiot? I want to see an ON THROTTLE for a 180hp CVT? Are you that stupid that you don’t know that’s as slow as an Asian man driving?
Just one note, the flat four and boxer four are different engines, very similar but they're Conrod design differs, also giving them a different firing order.
It really is a great shame that it isn't available with a manual.
I like the color of this 2024 Impreza RS and the twinkie holder inside it. 👍
Any new feature in the CVT transmission?
Good size hatch without being very big, but zonks for the CVT and that center infotainment and console design
👍👍 It's nothing fancy, but better than basic. The Trax doesn't have a rear passenger arm rest either. So this MSRP better be around that 25k range. If it's higher, it needs that armrest before production
I watched another first look and there was a armrest with cup holders. Must be optional. The touchscreen is pretty large for the segment I think. Also the new trax will only be FWD no all wheel drive.
@@dillonh321 uh oh! With an armrest and AWD option, that probably brings it to the 30k+ MSRP. Thanks for the heads up, I am digging this Impreza '24
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Me too. I was going to trade my outback in for an Legacy when the extended warranty expires but this Impreza RS has changed my mind. I don’t need all the space or ground clearance of the outback or I would get another outback.
@@dillonh321 the outback and legacy are both good choices too. I also don't need as much as the outback offers and I don't want a sedan. That brought me to the Honda Civic Hatchback and Mazda. But this video has brought me back to Subaru 🤣
Always with the coolest cars
There is an armrest it could've not been ready yet because there's definitely a hinge and cut out on the 60 side of the 60/40 seats
This is a yes for me damn.!! Love it
I want it today.
I really love how Subaru designed this Impreza, and I also hope that (unlike Nissan) they keep the CVT in this new Impreza. Should've Mitsubishi cared about the Lancer after 2016, then there would've been an all-new Evo 6 years after they've discontinued it.
Looks Great Hopefully Subaru will Offer this Model with a 6 Speed Manual Transmission… any model with a 2.5 liter and Manual Trans would be amazingly good
Thanks for the breaking news. Didn't even know this was a thing!
I'd love one of these as a more MPG-focused compliment to my WRX in a few years, but no manual no interest.
Big fan! Decent chance I buy one when it's released.
I like it, but not sure I’d choose this over the Crosstrek. I guess it depends on your priority and preference. Whether you prefer off-road or on-road capability.
Trust me I know how you feel!
Really like what they've done here with this RS model... they just needed to retain that.manual transmission, which is the most important for me.
I have 06 STI, and have been wanting to add a daily driver to keep miles off that thing...and this would have been near perfect (with the exception of not having the WRX engine, but 180 HP is enough for daily) but no manual means no buy for me.
I guess I have to go back to contemplating between Civic or Mazda 3 hatchbacks....
No thanks just give me a CVT since these days they'll shift gears almost as fast as a PDK, of course the problem isn't how fast it shifts but how much power it can handle.
Try the Focus ST MK4 or MK4.5. Great powerful daily drivers! Dailying a Focus ST MK3.5 ‘17 right now.
I really like the design…esp the front is spectacular
This looks better than a wrx
This looks better than the wrx
I'm very surprised that I really like the styling, especially the grille. The taillights still have a bit of the lobster claw look, but they are nicer looking, IMO. Great review.
If this was the new WRX it would be a seller. But its not.
Yea like the civic taillights
I love this touch screen. I love subaru’s interior most.
What do you think of Crosstrek and Impreza doing poorly on the new side impact tests?
You'd have to get T-boned and also this new gen has a new platform.
Currently driving a 13 stick impreza added about 20 more hp but im kinda digging this jist wish it was a stick
Tell me about it! Save the manuals!
Killlsssss the Civics interior. Damn that big as screen in a small car. Nice!
It looks like the love child between a ford focus and Mazda 3. This Impreza looks smaller inside or maybe it’s the styling? I’m happy to see the infotainment middle screen transfer over but not a fan of half analog half digital driver instrument screen
Purina dog chow comment had me cracking up Joe! Keep up the good work fellow car enthusiast
PLease move the side badge to the fender please lol!!!
Awesome! I’ll be even more excited when you get your hands on the redesigned 2024 Crosstrek. But this finally makes the Impreza feel more modern and competitive with it’s counterparts. Standard AWD is a great selling point
Car looks great, I'm more worried about how they only manage to make 182hp out a 2.5L engine. Seems pretty inefficient.
Hope that Subaru keeps the standard transmission option for it's 2024 release.
Wish the new WRX looked like that!
Joe, betwen this and the new Civic, which do you like more?
wondering how much they will charge at the dealership
Dammmn. This is a really good looking Subaru. This is a far sportier and better looking car than the 22-23 WRX.
Subaru apply this look to the WRX!
It looks good, I just wish we had visibile tail pipes. It's not electric, may as well show them off.
I have a 2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i pze cvt premium and I love it but I may wanna upgrade to a newer Subaru
The front lights resembles Mazda! I am a huge Mazda fan. This Subaru reminds me of the old Mazda style . I want more buttons, simplicity and a CD player. I will not have it in the new Subaru. Nice looking design. Thank you for the video.
Is it a flat 4 or boxer?
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There is another 12v in the glove box for your radar detector. There is also a rear armrest.
Which would you prefer this Impreza or the Mazda 3 awd hatchback?