2021 Subaru Impreza Review - Seriously Competent with Little Flavor
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- Just like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla and Mazda3, the Subaru Impreza has a name to uphold, and the newest model easily achieves that. It's not for everyone but I could argue that this model is the smartest buy in the segment, watch to find out why.
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• 2021 Subaru Impreza 5-...
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The Impreza is functional and conservative which is what I was looking for. It maybe boring in appearance but I think it will age well. You get an AWD standard without much difference in mpg and cost compared to the competition. The Impreza does everything I need a car todo.
literally exactly why I'm getting it lmao idc about looking cool i just want a reliable car
Is it fast accelerating manual
I’ve heard the city mileage can be pretty bad though
Simple, straight forward, basically what a car should be. Appreciate the fact they didn’t mount an iPad in the dash too. 👍🏼 Also like the analog gauges.
Very good review. I'm getting a 2021 Impreza this week. Will be quite the upgrade from my 2005 Corolla!
Having a stick shift and no push button start makes my Impreza harder to steal. Yes, it is not the faster car in the segment on dry pavement, but come winter here in Canada, the Impreza will outdrive all of them. The full time AWD is far better than the Haldex "grip and slip" system used by the Mazda 3 and others. As to reliability, my wife's Forester is 10 years old and has never given us any troubles
This is why im considering it too, though i am concerned with its low ground clearance in the winter
@@iamdirectlybehindyou the crosstrek would be more suited for you if you need the high clearance.
I have an 2021 in manual. I have added an Thornton performance chip and it did give it some more pickup, but obviously not the 60hp that they say.
My last car was an 09 Impreza 2.5i Premium, it was a great car with great traction, no FWD plow or torque steer, but did not have enough ground clearance to take on forest roads without scraping bottom. When it was seven years old and out of warranty the engine blew up (broken rod related to head gasket failure), but Subaru replaced the engine for me for free. That was the only thing to go wrong in the 11 years I owned it and Subaru was great about fixing it. I recently shopped for its replacement, Including the CX-30 (ugly, cramped, horrible transmission (slipped a lot when shifting gears, hesitant to downshift), uncomfortable seat bottom (very soft in the middle with side bolsters like wood), no fog lights, and an awful entertainment control system and hard to see screen. It did have nice steering and knobs. I don't know why people praise that car when they can get an Impreza or Crosstrek. I think the sales figures show that many more people prefer the Subaru models. I bought a 21 Crosstrek Limited to get the ground clearance and more power to merge and pass. I prefer the Subaru CVT over the Mazda auto, it "shifts" better. We have some horrible roads where I live and I marvel at the ride quality every time I drive it, like I'm being pampered. I would suggest to anyone who will take the car off pavement or wants more power to choose the Crosstrek over the Impreza. Thanks for your great, comprehensive, best-in-the-biz reviews! Your reviews helped me during my shopping experience.
Thank you for the feedback, I'm glad they took care of you on the 09 impreza, I've seen a few with blown gaskets too, definitely don't want to get caught paying that one! I personally like the crosstrek and the CX30 but they definitely serve different sides of the segment. I'm just glad that the market has two DEPENDABLE options in the class that serve two different types of buyers!
A friend of mine use to be a Subaru mechanic. He is getting rid of his wife’s forester as it needs $5000 in repairs and they wont be tossing that money at it. They are looking at getting a crosstrek. My issue is I don’t like CVTs. Had one, never again. I love the Mazda 6 speed. Bulletproof reliability. No issues with its shifting either up or down. Been to New York and Cleveland twice each from Toronto. No sore backside. Seats are comfortable. As much as I like Subaru, no thanks.
@@kevinW826 noob question but why don't you like the CVT?
@@Realistick subscribed because of this excellent review...can you tell me where the ""Idle Stop & Go"" disabling button is situated.
@@marcdoiron1066thank you! I can't remember specifically on the impreza at the moment, but typically it's over your left knee in Subarus.
Getting one of these next year, covers all the bases I need.
I just needed a reliable commuter. Got a 2016 Imprezza limited. I get average 34 mpg and its the best car I've driven in the rain. If you just need a smaller car that is decently priced and reliable, go with an Imprezza.
Getting this car tomorrow!! Thanks for review and this guy is 🔥🔥❤️❤️
So did you get it and if so how's it working out for you?
Excellent video! Good luck on becoming a full-time reviewer!
Thank you!
I bought a new Legacy this past summer. I'm also 6' 3". I got an Impreza loaner while service was chasing down a rattle in my car. While it was fine my shin was resting on the hard console. Not quite enough leg room and not enough thigh support. The six way power seat doesn't raise up in the front to help with that like eight way power seats do. That said, it was quiet enough and rode nicely for a compact.
Fantastic review. You made up my mind. It's the Crosstrek for me. I own a limited legacy and honestly I feel the limited is missing too many options.
"Uber in Denver" - okay, loved that, subscribed!
Have to compliment you on the review. Great, honest information. Well done !!
Thank you!
Realistick - I was researching and test driving between the legacy and Impreza 2021. I’m actually going to pickup up my new 2021 Impreza tomorrow.
My cousin has a 2013 Subaru xv still runs strong 190k.km .you won't get disappointed getting a Subaru. My uncle is think to get a impreza wrx manual transmission aka my dream car
Someone give this guy a full time job reviewing cars. kelly blue book, motor week . . .
Very nice review👌🏼
Great review. Convinced me. You are movie star handsome and you flash your ivories a lot when you talk, which is great.
Nice review. Only thing is that is not the best way to drive a CVT though. It really needs soft pedal pressure. Harder pressing the pedal will not increase speed, just noise.
Have a 2017 Impreza sport and still love it.
Is it a manual or CVT?
👍🏻 trying to decide between this and legacy.
If the styling seems bland, look at the Sport trim. When I bought my 2020, Sport trim (with CVT) was only minimally more money for a huge styling difference, 18" wheels, Harmon Kardon speaker system (the best oem speakers I've ever owned), and all of the interior options except for the leather. Comparing base models, the Impreza's styling is on par with the Toyota Corolla or Mazda 3, although both of those have some really nice paint options (but you sacrifice AWD for about the same price). And yes, CVT cars are all slow 0-60, because they are electronically limited in the lowest transmission ratios in order to save wear and tear on the CVT. It accelerates just fine from a rolling start.
I wonder if a 29er or road bike would fit without removing the front wheel.
Good review my man.
Thanks!
I don’t understand why people complain about acceleration in 4 cylinder cars with no turbo. People complain about the acceleration in the Impreza, but I see complaints about most small cars with four bangers. Considering it’s delivering power to four wheels instead of two, I think acceleration is pretty good. Just my opinion.
I'd agree, it's on par with the Kia Forte NA, I think it does become a problem when you see small naturally aspirated engines being used in larger cars like the Subaru forester, however, speed isn't usually a big priority to a lot of buyers of cars like that. Still, wouldn't hurt to throw the 2.5 in this when the crosstrek already gets it and it retains the same gas mileage!
Because it is,an AWD, that is,why it is,weak in power. That's why I feel that Subaru should give it the 2.5. 30 more horses will make a huge difference. I bought a new 2018 Impreza 5 door. My only complaint is the weak engine, I need another new car. I own 2 Subarus. I really would like to buy another one. But that 2.0 is why I'm reluctant to buy a Subaru.
@@jamessimonds7362 Maybe consider the new Crosstrek Sport or Limited, it has the 2.5 liter in the Impreza hatch body!
@@Realistick in Canada you can get the Crosstrek in manual transmission "with" the 2.5L, just not in the U.S....🏹🤠👍
My family really wanted to get a Subaru Impreza Manual. However, due to the lack of a Sixth speed top gear and overall vehicle quality, we ended up choosing the Honda Civic Manual instead.
The lack of the sixth gear had perplexed me, the unit feels nice and old school, which was fun for me, but they could have achieved the same feel with six gears. I think they wanted the more fun feel of this specific 5 spd over the current 6 spd in the crosstrek but they didn't want to design another transmission. The civic definitely provides a better manual experience and the interior has a nicer feel to it too!
Actually, I have a Impreza with the CVT in the base model. I have zero issues with the CVT. The lack of power is my only issue. The 2.0 is weak. Subaru should scrap the 2.0
and replace it with the 2.5. The 2.5 will give 30 more horses and mpg is the same.
@@jamessimonds7362 they really need to out a manual back in the base and other Foresters
@@jamessimonds7362 i have the sport but i agree.
@@jamessimonds7362 Maybe Subaru is inducing you to choose Legacy instead
I bought a 2019 impreza when it was new. Cost me 18k CVT too. Sadly everything gettinf more expensive.
I got a 2017 one, I have no real emotional attachment to it, but I just can't find a big enough of a reason to swap.
How are the Cvt transmissions on all the Subarus is it in house made or made by someone Else?
They make them, they had issues with their earlier generation Lineartronic CVTs but they're better now. Still, if they have powertrain issues early on, it's likely due to the CVT. The only Subaru in the past 5 years to have cvt issues (to my knowledge) is the Ascent.
Really want to get me the hatchback sport trim with manual transmission
I definitely recommend it, especially if you don't do a ton of highway driving, the lack of the 6th gear makes it a bit buzzy at high speed. My full review on that one will either come on the 1st or the 11th!
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It's a great car for young drivers. I own a 5 door. For me, I want more power. I have put off buying a new one. Hoping that s ubaru would off another engine option. It would be sweet if they would just at least offer a 2.5. I was thinking of buying a a legacy. I passed on that as well. Looks like I will be considering the Mazda 3. It gas a powerful turbo engine. Not fond of a turbo, but it's getting to the point that Subaru is not listening to me.
Oh, my next review is on the mazda3 2.0 and 2.5 turbo!
Maybe you're not hearing Subaru - the Crosstrek has a 2.5 and duplicates Impreza's cargo space. If you live in the country or in wintry areas, Crosstrek's 8" ground clearance may be invaluable.
Zip tie your hubcaps or they will leave you before you buy wheels that you actually like. I waited 4 months to get this new car. 5 speed makes it sort of a sports car. 2022 with 1500 miles got 31 mpg .I like it.
You got 31mpg with the manual?
How does it compare to Mazda Axela.
I'm going to step up and get the 2.5 legacy. I like Subaru. I just don't like the 2.0. It is just too weak.
So it sounds like the base CVT is a good option for comfort and value. Wish it came with SRH tho.
After playing with the paddle shifters on back roads, I've come to really like the CVT in my 2020 Sport hatchback. But, if I was building a dream-spec version of this car, I'd probably prefer an 8-speed sequential, similar to VW's DSG transmission, with the paddle shifters. My wife's Jetta SEL has the DSG, but her manual mode requires using the stick. After 3 years of paddle-shifting (I had a 2019 Sport sedan prior to my 2020 hatch), I find it odd having to take a hand off the wheel to shift an electronically-controlled transmission.
These prices are ridiculous. We bought a Premium Forester with CVT for 26k. My mom in law a Touring Model, loaded, for 32k OTD. Negotiate. A base Impreza can be had for barely 17k after negotiations.
I wish they put the 2.5 in the Impreza. 6 speed would be nice with that combo. The Forester line “should” bring back the 6 speed manual. If I was shopping, I would get the base Impreza for best Value.
This comment didn't age well! NO WHERE IN THE US is selling cars for under MSRP
@@650tonyd If you pay “above”? Its unscrupulous. Find an Ethical dealer. If not? Wait. Thus times will change. Keep what you Got.
Is impreza 1,6L strong enough comparing e.g. with mazda 3 2L?
Subaru is 2.0 liter
How many different white Imprezas are you going to show in this video??
Lmao, it's a flex in the car review world
nice bro. Impreza looks awesome in the Base Trim Model with the #savethemanuals #manual💯🕹🆗🇯🇵🔰
How does the impreza sedan handle in the snow?
Very, very well. Extremely balanced with little drama
6;22, lay those seats down and see how you fit for some emergency camping.
With the seats down it actually has more cargo space than the new Honda Civic Hatchback. 🏹🤠👍
Had a 2014 Impreza with only around 55k miles (had a work van for work) until 2020 it got T-boned.
What is the ground clearance on the Impreza?
5.1 inches
@@Realistick ~ I’m 64 years young/ prefer a bit higher ground clearance & CVT 😁, especially having a bad knee.
This is a tad higher than most small cars I'd say but the Crosstrek sits at a near perfect height for easy in and out and shares pretty much everything with the Impreza, might be nice with a bad knee!
@@Realistick ~ THANK YOU
Sounds like Limited and Base is best. Sport, according to Cardingo is the slowest 1/4 mile
when you have only 152 hp what does it matter what speed 1/4 mile is?
I lobe my 2019 base 5mt hatch.
Saw your comment are you still loving it after an year?
The little soo-bar-oooo. Wow
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Its a little bit underpowered i think
subaru headgaskets haven't been a problem for the impreza since 08, 09 LOL thats a laugh
my car went in 2018, dad's went months later we caught them early truth is your buying a HG if u own a subaru no ifs ands or buts about it.
Interesting, I work at a Subaru dealer, a vast majority with those issues are the older ones, the newer ones from my experience had more oil consumption problems than HG. Although I've heard 298381273727 different opinions on this so it's good to hear from an owner. At least they hold their value if you do have issues with them.
We had a 2012 Outback for years and still have a 2015 Legacy with no head gasket issues. Both cars were very reliable.
Club baby seals in its free time? Commentary on fuel consumption??
Opps posted before finishing. 🙄. Love your reviews and humour. And love my 19 Impreza. Buying another one. The Impreza offers so much more refinement and space with an easy gauge cluster and Infotainment setup. Round 4 for us in acquiring a Subaru and round 4 of trying all competitirs. Then returning to Subaru to buy.
Mazda is so overrated, style over substance. After driving a few I was really disappointed and can’t see the appeal. They look good and that’s it. Subaru is exceptional value for money.
I wonder if I run it in reverse, if it is faster. Because going forward it won't get out of its own way. I need to try and run it in reverse. I was going to go to the market in the morning. After I opened the garage door, the car is,so slow that the market closed before I arrived.. Come on Subaru, give this car more power.
Any interest in reviewing the new 2024 Subaru Impreza RS?! 👍😃
Soon!
Awesome! Can't wait! I'll be on the lookout! 👍
I just wish that Subaru would pay attention. Don't be so hardheaded. Give the Impreza more power. At least give,a choice of engines.i own a,2018 impreza,5 door. My only real complaint is, it is gutless. In your defense, you mention that the Impreza is a great car for young drivers. That is probably true. BUT I'M NOT A YOUNG DRIVER. I'M 76 YEARS OLD. I'm a subie owner . I also own a 2020 Forester. And right now, I need a new car, and I can't wait. I need a new car RIGHT NOW. So I just ordered a,2022 Impreza again. And I'm already pissed off and have not even gotten the car yet. Because of the chip problem, there,are no Impreza at this time. I'm told that my car won't be in until sometime in October. I sure wish that Subaru would at least offer a 2.5 engine in the impreza.
You would have done better picking up an used Ford fiesta with a 6 speed manual and in turbo. 🏹🤠👍
$31,742 is way to much for the Impreza especially with a CVT transmission.
I'd agree too, but that is pretty much where most of the competition lines up as well, for that money, id go with a Mazda3 awd, personally. I feel like the most I'd go for an impreza would be the sport, which is under 24k with a manual trans
My mom in law just paid that for a new Touring model Forester Fully Loaded, OTD it was under under 32k. MSRP is a Joke. You can get at least 6 grand off.
You are giving the CVT a bad rap. It is much better than you think. I have 2 of them. Not a single complaint.
@@jamessimonds7362 2? Did you own them several years and put over 250k on them?
@@djkenny1202 The CVTs will last, if you ignore Subaru and actually change the fluid every 50k-60k miles. It got a bad rep because Subaru originally billed it as a sealed unit and that the fluid was good for the lifetime of the transmission. It turned out that without changing the fluid, the lifetime of the transmission averaged around 85k miles. Subaru made a mistake, and their CVT's reputation suffered from it, instead of Subaru just acknowledging the issue and covering a fluid change under the original warranty instead of waiting until the unit failed. I'm not sure why anyone even believed that gear oil never has to be replaced in a transmission. Just like any other moving part of the car, if you service it properly, it will last.
What's with calling a trim level "Limited"? Why do I want something that's been limited? I want unlimited. It's such a crap name. If it means limited edition, say that.
I mean, pretty much all trim names are arbitrary, the base audi trim is called "Premium"
@@Realistick That's because you have to pay a premium to buy into the Audi look even at base level.
pretty sporty for a normal car but way to pricey for what it is
I agree but only for certain trims and outfits, a premium trim model is more than reasonable for the features it packs and you can get a sport model with heated seats, proximity key, 8 inch touch screen and a manual transmission for under 24 or a hair ove 25 with the auto and eyesight!
@@Realistick our Premium Forester with all that was $26k. They sell far below MSRP with negotiating.
@@djkenny1202 Believe me, I know, I worked in sales, but that can be applied to any car, even more so with some other brands so I usually talk msrp only when comparing models.
@@Realistick totally get that with reviews. I know if they were MSRP, We would have seeked other brands to negotiate. I would like the Forester manual. Our CVT is Nice. But I miss the 04 we had since new prior and sold to buy this Forester just because it was a manual. We needed the bigger back seat for two small kids and forward facing car seats.
it is not leather , it is plastic covered seat like in all cars below 100000 bucks...
Most automakers will distinguish whether it is leather or leatherette (subaru calls their faux leather softex). Either or, it doesn’t feel like a luxury car so I don’t fret about it.
Just got a 2021 Impreza..gas guzzler,rattles and poor build quality.
that drone is awful
Yeah, they made little effor to hide it but it usually isn't so bad if you're not flooring it, it will mimic shifting more under light acceleration, otherwise it sounds like a moped.
@@Realistick I lol'd when the Vespa and the lawnmower appeared on the 0-60 run. Vespas are like that. I had one and loved it.
It’s new... but it already looks dated. Can Subaru please make them look less bland? 😴
Personally, I agree that it is bland but I enjoy the traditional side silhouette, I don't like the slouchy looks of some of the newer hatchbacks. I don't think Subaru has made a sharp-for-the-time impreza design since the Hawkeye and 22b days. But that was a different era and the competition was all pretty bland back then. This one at least doesn't make any bad choices, there's just not a bunch of emotion to it, the sport helps it a little imo
I think it's on purpose. I think they want you to go with the flashier more expensive Crosstrek, and not notice the Impreza on the lot next to it.
That 0-60 run was horrible. Such a nice car undermined so badly.
It's a real world test and it actually held up to factory times, which is impressive! It's not quick and nobody claims it is. I don't see anything being "undermined."
@@Realistick Try driving the Impreza in the mountains. 90 percent of Subaru base are people who live in mountanous areas, The Rockies, Sierras, Cascades, Green Mtns.
@Se Zwo There are a lot of them there, but also further north like where I am and in other places that get snow (about 800 ft above sea level here). The 0-60 time I have here is for Indiana but is similar to what other outlets report. What exactly is the problem?
@@Realistick The car is badly undermined by lack of power. I am in west Reno at 4900 feet elevation and frequently drive at higher elevations, Lake Tahoe is 6200ft. At these elevations power loss is 15-20%. Most hardcore Subaru fans live at elevated montainous locations where driving the Impreza becomes outright dangerous! Denver is at 5,280 feet, Salt Lake city at 4,300. All western US is at approximately 4,000ft, on average. Numerous mountain passes in these locations are at 6,000-8,500 or more feet. Calculator below should help you imagine the situation: www.wallaceracing.com/braking-hp.php
The engineers at Subaru Japan must have not seen the calculator above, nor have they driven the Impreza in their most popular markets in US. They have designed a dangerous car for their most loyal clientele.