Seems like Subie did a great job with the 2024 Impreza, but I can't help but think the 182 hp 4 banger should be the base engine while the RS should have the one from the WRX, even if detuned a bit for fuel economy (say 230-240 hp) Or at the very least have the option of the normal appearance package RS and a hotter version of the RS with turbo, firmer suspension and upgraded brakes.
My biggest gripe with this car, as much as I'd like to have it, is the huge tablet screen, most hvac and radio controls baked into the screen, and kinda slow compared to other cars like civic or corolla. It feels like a distracted driving liability. The biggest offense is that it's portrait(vertical) instead of landscape(horizontal) layout. It makes things like backup camera and navigation (like android auto google maps) display way smaller than they could be. If the defense for big touchscreens with nearly all controls baked into it is that it's meant to be easier for older folks to see everything, at least be reasonable and keep it in horizontal display. This all being said, this isn't a bad car, and I really want to love it. It's not a sports vehicle, or really even truly sporty. Don't expect it to be like that.
I'd love to own another Subaru but I just can't make myself buy a CVT. As long as there are equal or better options available as an automatic or manual transmission, I'll continue to purchase them.
I have to disagree with the value equation. If you could get the base or premium trims with the 2.5L, it would be a fantastic value. However (in the US, using US prices), the car is still very hard to find and most are loaded up with the moonroof and HK stereo. This brings the price to about 32K US, which is on the pricey side. A lot of competition in that price range, including Corolla Cross hybrid, Seltos SX with more powerful turbo, 8 speed auto, navigation, moonroof and Bose, Honda HRV, and of course the lower trim levels of the next size class up. It is also within a couple thousand of the CX-30 turbo. Hopefully, when supply eventually improves, RS models without the option packages will be available, and they might even get a small discount. As for Crosstrek vs Impreza, I have a 2019 Impreza. I live in a snowy climate, but never go off road. I actually prefer the Impreza, since I get excellent all weather traction, with better handling and lower step in height for my wife, who is very short and has arthritis. She has a very difficult time stepping up into a CUV. Only one time in 5 winters have I needed the raised ride height of the Crosstrek. Just last spring we had about 15 inches of snow over a couple of days, and although the Impreza was plowing through it, I was dragging the bottom of the car the entire way down the street. Since I didnt want to damage the plastic liner that covers the front underside of the car, I turned around and went back home.
Yall stalked about the suspension being standard, I heard the RS trim came with an upgraded sport suspension? Also you said there was a driver facing camera wheres that located?
No spare tire with the 2024 Impreza RS? That would be enough reason to not buy an Impreza. What is one supposed to do if they end up with a flat tire where there is no cell service?
Not uncommon now for a lot of cars. I believe a lot of manufacturers study’s show that most people even with a spare will use roadside assistance. I don’t disagree with you, just the way things are going.
I really like the Impreza RS, had one before. But, getting a blow out in a sketchy part of town, or out in the boonies, with only a compressor ain't fun. Happened to me with my current Acura. Just put a **** spare in the car.
Since some Impreza models come with the spare (I think?) it shouldn't be difficult to source one from your dealer parts department. The bad news is they charge an arm and a leg for those things.
I agree regarding the Crosstrek. Too high and not worth the added price. I had 2013 Impreza Limited (worth the extra trim) hatch 185000 miles-saved me from being tboned. I now own 2022 Impreza Limited Hatch. I don't care about the power as much as I care about the handling. I do miss the red speedometer accent light, phone holder, and the change compartment. I did really like the heated seat controls moved forward. Now the heated seat controls are on the screen. With my 4 aggressive snow tires I go with confidence in the snow covered roads. Eyesight is really great and I swear by the blind spot detector. Mercedes could learn a few things from the Suby.
They ruined it with the CVT. Mazda 3 has a traditional automatic with a 2.5L with 191 hp. I don't understand why manufacturers use the CVT as everyone hates them
In my 2021 I like the manual control knobs for the AC, and I kinda like having an spare tire, and of course an "real" parking break. I don't like the new grill. I do like the marginal gain in power for the engine but if you offered me a an even trade for my 21 Impreza,....Id keep my "manual" Impreza.......🏹🤠👍
The screen is too big. It's brand new and its already lagging. It will be a dinosaur in 10 years. A car will be 25 times more expensive to replace than a phone. Everything else is great!
In Australia these are considered underpowered uneconomical due to the extreme thirst of that engine also very expensive, not popular at all, even Chinese cars outsell this so it's a big thumbs down here, although Canadians like it? 🤔
Nonsense. I own an Impreza 2022. It's been excellent and the engine is not thirsty at all. It's not the best but it's very reasonable. I get between 6 and 7l /100km on the highway.
it’s the lack of competition here. Finance rates are high for a lot of Japanese brands, no one could afford used or new cars outright. People with money would buy luxury suvs. Lots of people here would buy SUVs. And even with all the anti chinese sentiment with our government, so I don’t think we would ever bring chinese cars into Canada, which is a shame because politics > economy. We don’t have a lot of choice here, which makes this Impreza a good car to buy. Low finance, low lease rates, safe, it’s got tech, AWD with our crappy winters, because our roads here in Vancouver barely have budget to clear the snow, and many hikers and cyclists here which makes this car practical for the hippie lifestyle.
@@msndotnet01 interesting you don't have Chinese cars, they are becoming very common here in Australia cuz they're like half the price of Japanese brands
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perfect car for people who need AWD, cargo space but don't like/need SUV
Seems like Subie did a great job with the 2024 Impreza, but I can't help but think the 182 hp 4 banger should be the base engine while the RS should have the one from the WRX, even if detuned a bit for fuel economy (say 230-240 hp) Or at the very least have the option of the normal appearance package RS and a hotter version of the RS with turbo, firmer suspension and upgraded brakes.
My biggest gripe with this car, as much as I'd like to have it, is the huge tablet screen, most hvac and radio controls baked into the screen, and kinda slow compared to other cars like civic or corolla. It feels like a distracted driving liability.
The biggest offense is that it's portrait(vertical) instead of landscape(horizontal) layout. It makes things like backup camera and navigation (like android auto google maps) display way smaller than they could be.
If the defense for big touchscreens with nearly all controls baked into it is that it's meant to be easier for older folks to see everything, at least be reasonable and keep it in horizontal display.
This all being said, this isn't a bad car, and I really want to love it. It's not a sports vehicle, or really even truly sporty. Don't expect it to be like that.
British columbia is beautiful. Best part of Canada, IMO.
I'd love to own another Subaru but I just can't make myself buy a CVT. As long as there are equal or better options available as an automatic or manual transmission, I'll continue to purchase them.
Would be perfect if it had a 6 speed manual.
Great review Brian… keep up the awesome Canadian content!
Thanks! Will do!
I have to disagree with the value equation. If you could get the base or premium trims with the 2.5L, it would be a fantastic value. However (in the US, using US prices), the car is still very hard to find and most are loaded up with the moonroof and HK stereo. This brings the price to about 32K US, which is on the pricey side. A lot of competition in that price range, including Corolla Cross hybrid, Seltos SX with more powerful turbo, 8 speed auto, navigation, moonroof and Bose, Honda HRV, and of course the lower trim levels of the next size class up. It is also within a couple thousand of the CX-30 turbo. Hopefully, when supply eventually improves, RS models without the option packages will be available, and they might even get a small discount. As for Crosstrek vs Impreza, I have a 2019 Impreza. I live in a snowy climate, but never go off road. I actually prefer the Impreza, since I get excellent all weather traction, with better handling and lower step in height for my wife, who is very short and has arthritis. She has a very difficult time stepping up into a CUV. Only one time in 5 winters have I needed the raised ride height of the Crosstrek. Just last spring we had about 15 inches of snow over a couple of days, and although the Impreza was plowing through it, I was dragging the bottom of the car the entire way down the street. Since I didnt want to damage the plastic liner that covers the front underside of the car, I turned around and went back home.
the limited trim is worth it. I agree the moonroof and stereo a waste.
Thanks for the great info on the new Impreza, I spotted one today and I would definitely get one over the Crosstrek!
Yall stalked about the suspension being standard, I heard the RS trim came with an upgraded sport suspension? Also you said there was a driver facing camera wheres that located?
No spare tire with the 2024 Impreza RS? That would be enough reason to not buy an Impreza. What is one supposed to do if they end up with a flat tire where there is no cell service?
Not uncommon now for a lot of cars. I believe a lot of manufacturers study’s show that most people even with a spare will use roadside assistance. I don’t disagree with you, just the way things are going.
@@EverydayReviews2022 why change a tire in 20 minutes when you can wait 2 hours for someone else.
Who ends up towing you because you have no spare.@@MFWb00bi3s
Hope to see Sami as a co-host more often.
No please.
I really like the Impreza RS, had one before. But, getting a blow out in a sketchy part of town, or out in the boonies, with only a compressor ain't fun. Happened to me with my current Acura. Just put a **** spare in the car.
Since some Impreza models come with the spare (I think?) it shouldn't be difficult to source one from your dealer parts department. The bad news is they charge an arm and a leg for those things.
I don't like the plastic cladding on the cross trek it looks like a Cheney avalanche
The RS has a Sport tuned suspension.
They said the opposite in this review. It seems other than the cosmetic bits the only upgrade is the WRX steering rack for better feel.
I like the look of the RS but prefer the step in height of the Crosstrek.
drive both
@@HalWexler I did and preferred the Crosstrek.
Bring back Sweet & Sour
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Zack has his real wife now so road wife not necessary, plus she’s much easier to look at than me 😂 Maybe a collab one day🤞
I agree regarding the Crosstrek. Too high and not worth the added price. I had 2013 Impreza Limited (worth the extra trim) hatch 185000 miles-saved me from being tboned. I now own 2022 Impreza Limited Hatch. I don't care about the power as much as I care about the handling. I do miss the red speedometer accent light, phone holder, and the change compartment. I did really like the heated seat controls moved forward. Now the heated seat controls are on the screen. With my 4 aggressive snow tires I go with confidence in the snow covered roads. Eyesight is really great and I swear by the blind spot detector. Mercedes could learn a few things from the Suby.
Buy it over the Crosstrek simply because it doesn't have that plastic cladding.
Exactly. Holy smokes I don't understand that.
A nod to the Humvee.@@chucktownattack
Save the money and get this instead of the Crosstrek!!!
I got one over the Crosstrek and I love it
intro music was solid
They ruined it with the CVT. Mazda 3 has a traditional automatic with a 2.5L with 191 hp. I don't understand why manufacturers use the CVT as everyone hates them
Miles per gallon.
Wish it had a higher mpg rating than the Crosstrek. Main reason I didn’t consider the impreza.
Make it a 6 speed manual and i'm sold! Fuck CVT unless it's for my grandma
In my 2021 I like the manual control knobs for the AC, and I kinda like having an spare tire, and of course an "real" parking break. I don't like the new grill. I do like the marginal gain in power for the engine but if you offered me a an even trade for my 21 Impreza,....Id keep my "manual" Impreza.......🏹🤠👍
not having a spare is wild.
The screen is too big. It's brand new and its already lagging. It will be a dinosaur in 10 years. A car will be 25 times more expensive to replace than a phone. Everything else is great!
Crosstrek has better ground clearance and dual x mode on sport and above.
I prefer the step in height of the Crosstrek.
There are driving modes for the 2022 Limited and probably above. The height of a Crosstrek causes less handling and fun.
In Australia these are considered underpowered uneconomical due to the extreme thirst of that engine also very expensive, not popular at all, even Chinese cars outsell this so it's a big thumbs down here, although Canadians like it? 🤔
Very popular in North America, due to it being covered in snow for half of the year. AWD should be mandatory in Canada and the northern US.
Nonsense. I own an Impreza 2022. It's been excellent and the engine is not thirsty at all. It's not the best but it's very reasonable. I get between 6 and 7l /100km on the highway.
it’s the lack of competition here. Finance rates are high for a lot of Japanese brands, no one could afford used or new cars outright. People with money would buy luxury suvs. Lots of people here would buy SUVs. And even with all the anti chinese sentiment with our government, so I don’t think we would ever bring chinese cars into Canada, which is a shame because politics > economy. We don’t have a lot of choice here, which makes this Impreza a good car to buy. Low finance, low lease rates, safe, it’s got tech, AWD with our crappy winters, because our roads here in Vancouver barely have budget to clear the snow, and many hikers and cyclists here which makes this car practical for the hippie lifestyle.
@@msndotnet01 interesting you don't have Chinese cars, they are becoming very common here in Australia cuz they're like half the price of Japanese brands
@@djizzah Chinese are kidnappers. look up the 2 Mikes from Canada!
I can't stand the trend of ugly black plastic cladding and bought the Impreza.
Good for northern climates where road salt is used....prevents rusting. If you live in a warmer climate, yep, agree with you.
Throw in a detuned 2.4 from the BRZ and a manual and it would sell like hotcakes.
You’d think, but manual transmission sales are down and government regulations push LiDAR/camera safety on every fucking car on the road.
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