2024 Subaru Impreza BASE Review and 0-60!

[@msmarshall854]

Appreciate how SUbaru still believes in good visibility and actual windows.

[@WyvernSone]

This car has so many things going for it. So many things I look for in a car such as good visibility, low center of gravity, hatchback... But the thing that absolutely sold me on this, is the fact that it still has an AUX Jack. I can finally listen to my old CD's and Cassette tapes again!

[@edsmith9855]

Or you could transfer them to a flash drive and play through the USB port. That is what I did with my CD collection for my 2019 Impreza. I got the base, which did not have a CD player. When I got my car, the Premium trim did have a CD player, but I think it is no longer available. I really like my Impreza, but do wish I had moved up the the Premium trim, which had better shocks, a CD player, and heated seats and mirrors, but wasnt that much more expensive.

[@msmarshall854]

YES, physical buttons please, jesus!

[@cabuco2006]

Yes I wish they would bring that back. Maybe if enough of us complain about that they will bring it back

[@kelseym8040]

There's been a big push to get people to stop looking down at their phones while driving and laws passed about distracted driving. At the same time carmakers are doing away with physical buttons forcing us to look down at touchscreens while driving. 🤦‍♀ It's asinine.

[@cabuco2006]

@@kelseym8040 exactly. I can turn on my AC and turn up the AC without looking and just by feel. Without having to look down at it.

[@johnnybravo5044]

Jesus saves buddy!

[@cabuco2006]

@@johnnybravo5044 100% . Jesus healed me of my Breathing difficulties and has given me so much Joy and Peace

[@txryder79]

I bought one and I love it. The car comes with a ton of features, but I did upgraded to alloy rims and auto darkening mirrors making it a little under 25K. Good power and handling and great in the snow. The LED projector lights are amazing and I went black so all the trim ties right in.

[@phillipjohnson5868]

Super logical vehicle for a new driver or anyone really! A very good value at this price! My 2012 Outback has 181k miles on it and has been awesome!

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Very true! I’m glad to hear you’ve had a good experience with the OB! 🙂

[@billsmith9129]

I love that you give the tire size please never stop, price of tires also plays a big factor on which trim I want

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m glad you enjoy that, and I will plan to continue. I’ve also started measuring tread depth on my snow driving videos. I should have included that on regular reviews a long time ago haha. 😂

[@nighthawkvc25a]

Just saw your reply from the RS review about this Base trim video and had to watch this completely. I really appreciate the highlight of differences, especially with the interior.
Thank you so much!

[@andrearamosramos130]

I was between the Crosstrek basic and this one, they are so a like ! even the touch screen is double wish I don't mind at all because is touch and still looks modern and big, I choose Impreza base model and I LOVE IT !

[@ajawrrll4]

That's what I'm comparing right now

[@brianknight3750]

I am also trying to decide whether to get this or the crosstreck. I like the height of the crosstreck but it costs 3 grand more idk.

[@andrearamosramos130]

@@brianknight3750 fun fact*, I am moving across country, and I was looking for something bigger with more space to travel with my husband, son and two cats from FL to CA, they ended up giving me a good deal for a basic Outback 2024* I loved the impreza tho!

[@zane8789]

Oh it does make sense now for the big cup holders in the trunk. You can use them to hold pet food and water

[@musambokabalika]

Enjoying the 2012 impreza absolutely an amazing machine

[@starrycoyote]

Nice! Thanks for the base model review!🙃

[@cyrodiilbunz938]

Please do a Sport trim when you can! Your reviews are insanely in depth and show me absolutely everything I want to see, while being concise and moving along fast enough to not get bored. NO one else has this kind of content anywhere, love to see if for the Sport

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m hoping to find a Sport soon! Thanks for your kind words! I’m really glad you appreciate them. 🙂

[@46foryounger]

Honestly you do a great review it's direct concise fast but slow enough to digest excellent. bad ass review

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I really appreciate that! 🙂 Honestly, I wouldn’t say I’m embarrassed of my first year of videos, but IMO they started getting noticeable better around 7/23 when I took the next step in learning some better basic editing. 😂

[@philfalsetti6139]

Just bought one for my daughter, base model with alloy wheels. This car is so much better than the 2021 she had, sedan. It's got great linear acceleration and it's just intuitive as hell. The MPG is great and it's slick! I have a Subaru 2017 outback 3.6r and that's great but this car is awesome for my daughter!

[@mahinahmed2316]

Is subaru good in terms of reliability?

[@philfalsetti6139]

I bought my 2017 certified pre-ownde and have driven it 122K miles. Pretty much only routine maintenance like brakes, ball joints and bearings, mostly around the 90K mark. It's always been reliable and with a set of Michelan Cross Climate 2 tires, this car just delivers in the snow! I'm getting another one, this time a Wilderness.

[@anthonylee2566]

Great reviewer! Ive put in a deposit for a gray, base one today! My spouse went to test drive a Crosstrek yesterday but endend up taking a black RS home. What a nice car! Wow! Id be happy with my base one 😉

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Those sound like some cool new Subaru’s! I hope you both enjoy them, and your Base comes in quick! Thanks for watching.🙂

[@anthonylee2566]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208Hopefully on sep 1th! Thanks for the quick response!

[@taber1975]

I have the same car same year. You have to half gas it then slowly step into the pedal as your accelerating. You’ll shave a second atleast off your 0-60

[@chrisp3234]

Great review. We picked up a White one just the other day. So far, a really great car.

[@andym.4790]

Going to go buy one today. Thanks for the review. Simple and standard car for me.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s exciting, have fun!

[@larrypjonesjr2224]

Dollar for dollar, it’s the best thing out there. It’s like the Glock of the auto world… not the best at any one thing, but overall a great piece, maybe the best all around compact car especially if you live where it snows.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s a great analogy! 😎

[@SellTheM3tal]

i have a black one and its a terrific daily

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s awesome! 😎

[@bohickity]

Test road an Impreza five years ago. I took it on a real test drive, Interstate highway, mountain roads etc. It was all noise and no go (CVT), the suspension was harsh, and interior space was cramped. I bought a Mazda 6 instead. There was no comparison in the ride, acceleration (6 speed seamless AT) mileage 39mpg hwy) and it cost $4,000 less. I had a 2001 Legacy Outback that was great, the AWD never left me stranded in our yearly 250+ inches of snow. If you’re not a first responder in the snow-belt Subaru’s don’t make sense. You will pay more for the AWD upfront, and then have higher maintenance costs, plus pay at the pump. Although, If it had a manual transmission it would tempt me.

[@janetharned4343]

❤ Beautiful car! Just leased one and Love it!

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Nice!!

[@BABing-pv5xq]

The auto stop/start should have been programmed the opposite way. Off by default until the user turns it on, not the other way around. Thats really my only “gripe” for the price.

[@SF.Automotive]

Just came across your channel through this video and I just had to sub. Great video!

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing and supporting! 🙂

[@Brxchu]

Getting one for a work car. Definitely an improvement over the 22 base im driving!

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thanks for sharing that perspective/experience! 🙂

[@davethefishguy.aquatics]

I own one and I love it!

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s awesome! I’m glad you’re enjoying it.

[@CouchMan88]

I like the look of the 24 but I bought the 23 because of the traditional parking brake, no start/stop, physical A/C controls and an actual spare tire. If you are going to get the new model I would go for the RS for the bigger engine. Problem is the price of the RS is creeping up on a base model WRX which is more powerful and sportier looking for the same price. You just don’t quite get the fuel economy of the Impreza.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I agree, sounds like you made the right choice for you! 🙂 I’ve seen some RS models on the lot for low 30’s, at that point the potential buyer should absolutely be considering the WRX, lol.

[@chemistryguy]

Just recently replaced my 2014 Impreza with this model. It is a great car so far, and was as affordably priced as you can get. But the horn is beyond wimpy. I drive the freeways of southeast Michigan and I need to be heard when the monster trucks inevitably blow into my lane (73.6% of traffic here consists of law abiding citizens and their beloved behemoths ). Forget physical knobs, give me a decent horn, Subaru.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thanks for sharing and mentioning your noticed concern with the car! I don’t have any experience doing this, but I know at least the WRX/STI community (maybe because those use to be built off of the Impreza platform) would upgrade their hi/low horns with Hellahorns. Just a thought! 🧐🤔

[@msmarshall854]

Appreciate the BASE review! Do the Sport model if possible :)

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

You got it! Im hoping to find one soon. 🙂

[@edisontrent5244]

Great review! Please consider adding hatch opening height as I would not want to hit my head on it when open.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s a good point! I’ll see what I can do. 🙂

[@BigdisplacementI6]

Nice review. Didn't watch full video yet but debating between this and Crosstrek. Would you say the Crosstrek rides better since more suspension travel (2024 models)? I want a cushy, soft ride in these bad roads in Alberta Canada :)

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Definitely test drive both! 🙂 The CT had over 3” extra ground clearance, but as far as actual suspension travel I don’t know how different or similar they are, if that makes sense. Also wheel size and tire sidewall will make a big difference. The more sidewall the cushier the ride! 🙂

[@zacharyreynolds4303]

my first thought when i saw that trunk PIN code blank is it's a perfect size to be a fingerprint reader like on a cell phone.
THAT would be a neat way to unlock your car

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That would be! Or if a push button start vehicle could be programmed to be driven by either 1-2 individuals pre set finger prints or the physical key. 🤔

[@zacharyreynolds4303]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 yes that'd feel so much cooler than the camera system they use now. and it'd probably be cheaper too

[@Dutchy2453]

Great video! I want to downsize from an outback to an Impreza now that I'm an empty nester. TY

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thanks, I appreciate you watching! I’m sure that would be a refreshing change now that you don’t need as much space!

[@kindion]

Love your reviews! Are you maybe Trogly’s Guitar Show? If not you sound just like him!

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’m so glad you enjoy them! No, this is currently my only channel, lol. Funny enough my mom is a university guitar professor. 🎸

[@frenchiechanel64]

I don’t know what’s up with Subaru against having a descent size knob on their radio. People have been asking about that for so many years but they never did anything about it.

[@Skyisthelimit4me]

I almost bought one. Just like this. In pull me over red. I have a fetish for base model cars with cheesy wheelcovers or goofy small alloy wheels, flat black exterior plastic trim bits & an actual key with a keyhole on the door. I hate tech. So the Impreza Base is perfect for me.
I went to a dealer, checked it out, got excited & sent a buyer's order over to my bank. Then we started the paperwork on it, after an hour long argument over the fact that i couldn't get a four door sedan NOR a manual transmission in it.
So the sales mgr says, just to make you happy for the inconvenience, I'll give you an unheard of $2,000 all new model new car manager's discount so go take it for a spin take it on the interstate & when you get back I'll have your bank work done. I went out there, got in it & didn't even put it in reverse after starting it.
I told him to call Subaru corporate & tell them you almost lost a sale because no more sedan & no more manual transmission & now you're about to lose the sale because no more HVAC buttons. He claimed Subaru can't add buttons or use an older hard button interface swap for it. So i told him i don't care. I settled for the hatch body, i settled for the CVT, i settled for no foglights, i settled for 3 cameras i don't need or want, tell them to add HVAC buttons to it or we're just done. He says there's nothing he can do about it i would have to take it or leave it. So i handed the keys back, told him good luck trying to sell a cheesy base model to anyone else that will just balk at it & left.
Why the fuck would they force buyers to have touch screen HVAC controls? We have been using levers & buttons for decades just fine. I am sick of all this stupid useless expensive tech shit! All that tech shit does is drive up the price of the car & decrease its reliability after it breaks. I wanted my first Subaru vehicle because they're legendarily reliable! I didn't want a CVT or 3 cameras in the windshield, but i was going to deal with it. All i wanted was a useful functional manual transmission, a set of useful functional 65 watt yellow fog lights since it's foggy where i live & useful functional HVAC buttons. I can deal without the manual. I could professionally install aftermarket foglights in the front fascia. I could disable the cameras. But i can not & will not deal with a touch screen controlling my HVAC. Because that shit will break just like it did in my Acura in the middle of summer.
Subaru couldn't give me actual functional useful things i wanted, so fck Subaru! As a matter of fact, fck all automakers. Almost none of them manufacture a simple affordable base model vehicle with a manual transmission, foglights & HVAC buttons anymore.
Thanks alot to all you idiots that buy all that overpriced tech shit you don't need, thanks for creating a greedy impractical market for planned obsolescence & shitty reliability!
Now I'm going to go check out a Kia Forte sedan with all the shit i don't want, which includes a turbocharged engine & big ugly fancy wheels, just to get a manual transmission. Since it has foglights & HVAC buttons, i could deal with it.

[@tomm1583]

You might not have the Kia Forte for long since most of them are being stolen. Subaru's are the least stolen automobiles.

[@Skyisthelimit4me]

@@tomm1583 It has the world's best anti theft device in a world full of incompetent people...a 6 speed manual transmission 😉

[@gym_bob]

It feels under powered with the 2.0 motor. Ask for the 2.5 motor instead.

[@ShinChickenNugget]

Great thorough review! I'm curious about the handling/ride quality compared to the RS trim with the 'sport tuned suspension'. Any big noticeable difference, or is it pretty similar to the base?
Also, do you think the ground clearance is a potential concern for potholes/dips/speed bumps? Mostly for just city/highway driving

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Honestly, I can’t tell a difference in the suspension tightness. They all feel the same to me (including the Sport trim I drove today). They could technically claim “sport tuned suspension” with as little as 1% stiffer ride, I’m not sure the true difference, but it’s subtle enough I can’t tell. But overall this generation feels better than the last.
Personally, I don’t think I would want an Impreza with 5.1” ground clearance and the 18” wheels. I’d rather have 16’s, maybe aftermarket for the look and 2” extra sidewall for the capability. If money wasn’t a concern I would choose the Crosstrek, but I live near the country and like excessive ground clearance lol.

[@D_Roadtrip_Productions]

Church Stake Center Parking Lot to show off the Impreza - Perfect!

[@jamieusaa]

I love mine! Best car ever! 😍

[@7728abbott]

For a base vehicle, looks good in red.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

For sure!

[@MylerThe]

I keep a pocket knife in that CD holder space

[@josephpanozzo4815]

I miss the spare tire and the HVAC buttons. Otherwise, I like it.

[@Inobscurity-n7j]

I think I would grab a previous gen base or sport. If I were looking for a lower trim. The new RS for the engine. Is the one to get.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s a good idea! But gotta act fast if looking new 23. I’m glad they’re now including LEDs on all trim levels as standard.

[@wyattseim]

That center screen is uhhh… interesting

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

For sure! I can’t believe that’s what they “engineered” for the base trim level of each model. The previous system was much better than this. 😔😂

[@zachsummers3321]

Love my 22 impreza great on gas a tank in snow have about 51,000 on it.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Very nice!

[@edsmith9855]

Too bad they didnt make the 2.5 L engine standard. That would make the lower trims a great value. As it is, to get the 2.5L you have to get an RS. The RS is still a decent value if you can find one without the moonroof/Bose option, but a loaded one at 32k with the moonroof/Bose is too expensive.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

You’re absolutely right. 32k is A LOT for an Impreza body style. Even if it comes loaded. Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@emgeezef]

I am thinking about the Forester.
But we have an Impreza sport now and I have driven a Forester and it just seems huge 😭

[@mehdirahman4127]

Thanks for the review. What are your driving impressions of the Impreza Base on the highway? Both in terms of general noise and merging in at a slightly slower acceleration (compared to the RS)?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

The Base is awesome, and overall the feel basically the same to me while driving them, other than the acceleration. I mostly drive at altitude so I personally definitely prefer the larger 2.5 engine. But I know it’s not for everyone and depending on your driving demands may not be necessary. Best of luck! 🙂

[@averya7443]

Do a video on the 24 Subaru legacy premium when u can! I bought one and I want to watch vids on it while I wait lol

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I hope to find one soon! 🙂

[@bludclone]

i want one of these, except put the steering wheel on the other side

[@user-vs7ec1wz5d]

If you are going to show the window sticker, please hold the camera there long enough so folks can see what is on the vehicle. Please give the government crash ratings for the vehicles you review. It is important.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

You’re right. Sometimes I post the videos before the dealership publicly posts the car on their site so I don’t have access to the clean online window sticker as a picture that can be found when you follow the link in the description. I’ll try to include more of those or a better quality when I film. Also some of these new cars aren’t crash test rated yet, at least on the window sticker. But I’m sure this is a 5 star rated and a top safety pick, just like the last gen. 🙂

[@zergilli9719]

Pause button

[@user-vs7ec1wz5d]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 Thanks for the info. Enjoy your videos.

[@starrycoyote]

Hey do you know if you can turn both those screens off when not in use? It would bug me to have screens on constantly lol

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Great question, I have no clue! Next time I find a double screen base model I’ll try to find out. Best of luck in what you decide! 🙂

[@farmdreamer342]

not bad for a daily, even with snow!

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Not bad at all! 😎

[@park9912]

I love mine but I hate the sound system its one of the worst I've heard new.

[@point4894]

Now i know how looks the best car in the world until 23k dollars 😮

[@zergilli9719]

Just need the Sport now and you're done with the 2024 Imprezza.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s right! Thanks for following along so closely! “Gotta catch ‘em all” haha. 🙂

[@Annila18]

The color is very beautiful but there is not this colour in the choice for the base Impreza 2024... It's weird!..

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Yeah, it does looks great in person!

[@williamstevenson8518]

This thing needs crank windows, a CD player, a manual transmission, buttons....all that stuff was better. I really don't understand whats happening to cars.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I absolutely agree! Basically keep it the last gen, but add the 2.5 boxer as standard and the LED headlights. 🤷‍♂️😎

[@jaimebaker7480]

IS the RS with blind spot monitoring worth the extra money?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I have BSM on both of my daily drivers and honestly I wouldn’t want to go back. It’s obviously not needed, but if it avoids a single accident it likely paid for itself. Just my 2 cents. 🙂🤷‍♂️

[@stephaniedubsky5793]

What was with the flashing dash lights?that would give me a migraine

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s only picked up on camera, the naked eye wouldn’t see that. 🙂

[@raytaylor530]

where is the spare. What if you get a side blow out. What do you do then scratch your head???.You did not mention the spare guy!!.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Lol, you’re right. I believe this was the only new Impreza video that I forgot to mention/show it. I don’t believe any of this new generation include a spare anymore. 😢

[@e.vasquez9946]

No SPARE?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Nope, not on this new generation. 😢

[@brianknight3750]

Yeah I agree. Here's a can of fix a flat Goodluck 😅

[@johnpavuk1364]

what does the white button do next to the volume button?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

It’s just the factory protective sticker over the hazard button!

[@stalwartservant4063]

How many key fobs does it come with?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

At least two. 🙂

[@peterpascone6942]

Does it sound tinny when you shut the door?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I’ve never noticed any concern with that or its build quality related to the doors, so I would say no IMO. 🙂

[@TheSuperheroes2011]

is it possible to purchase a spare tire that would fit and be installed?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I would imagine if you can fit the same size diameter donut wheel/tire in the cut out on any vehicle you should be just fine! If it specifically fits on this new generation I’m unsure of. I would think so because even the Crosstrek use to come with a spare. I know that my uncertainty in fitment isn’t necessarily helpful, lol… 🤷‍♂️😅

[@TheSuperheroes2011]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 all good, thank you!

[@adelkharisov]

World need Impreza WRX TR hatchback with both manual transmission and manual parking brake!
Not WRX TR sedan!

[@markindy862]

It’s all about… the base. 😂

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Lol 😎

[@user-xm5gy9dj9c]

Was really thinking about getting this as a first Subaru ever. Went to test drive it but it was so bland and boring I'll have to pass. Seems cheap compared to others in the class.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Yeah, I get that! They are worth their price in safety and its AWD capability, but at the expense of feeling like a nicer car lol.

[@janvalle8998]

There is not a single person on God’s green Earth that does not prefer physical buttons. Yet, we continue getting weird screens and cumbersome menus. Why is that?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I ask myself that same question everyday lol.

[@user-od9rw3ko1e]

Get this car for 14k....have that eyesight garbage removed...remove tje center screens and replace with a older console with buttons for all features

[@markday5797]

#500!

[@EffectualPoet]

Did you just say CD player? 😂

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Lol…🤫

[@jeffreyjeziorski1480]

No spare tire??? Pass.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

It’s unfortunate these lost that in the new generation.

[@jeffreyjeziorski1480]

@AutomotiveAnonymous208 thanks for the reply. Engineers shut communicate with sales people about what the CUSTOMER wants and needs.
In my opinion as an automotive service advisor. Customers sure communicate with us

[@jjpac2011]

Picking one of these up tomorrow in magnetite gray metallic. You didn't mention that there is no spare tire. Also, the gas mileage is worse than its predecessor. I asked the salesman why the spare was omitted and he said it was for better gas mileage. Really? Something that weighs about 40 pounds? What a crock. Obviously not a deal breaker for me (daughter, actually) but important details nonetheless for the unwary.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Congrats on the new ride! Yeah, I don’t think that’s the real reason lol. Oops I didn’t realize I forgot to mention it. Thanks for watching. 🙂

[@jjpac2011]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 still a well done vid. thanks.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thank you! I’ve also done the other two trim levels of the new Impreza as well incase you’re interested to see the differences. 🙂

[@jjpac2011]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 thanks. will check em out.

[@richardepstein3494]

Cost-cutting reason

[@gloamingoddish2878]

Since you were talking about the door pocket needing to be extended. Let's talk about SOA not including the coinbox for the fuse door. I imported one from japan for my 2015 impreza. I know everyone pays with card now but I still pay with cash. And having a coin pocket is great. 66170VA000VH is the part number if anyone cares. Also i don't like having all my options in the infonav. Prolly store my snacks back there with a bong when I go visit some friends.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thats a really good one! I’ve seen those on Amazon but haven’t bought one myself. A lot of the Mazdas I’ve driven/review offer the coin storage with their fuse box. Thanks for watching and providing the part number! 🙂