We ended up with an Impreza sport! One weird note I think might helpful for future owners is that the sport has a grey/light upper and the RS has a dark/black upper cockpit experience. I personally like the light upper better. Some may like the the black/RS upper color better. It’s definitely a noticeable interior cabin difference (more so to me than the engine).
We have a 21' Crosstrek Limited. It is such a good car. Very safe, confident and perfect for our Utah winters. The gas mileage isn't all that great since we use eyesight almost all the time. We get 25-26 MPG. We have a 2 inch hitch for a bike rack. Being a small car you can feel how it handles different with 2 bikes on the back. We have a 2017 Jetta, and I would consider trading that for this Impreza.
Oh that’s interesting! Well thanks for watching, I’m glad you liked it! My videos (in my opinion) have actually gotten a lot better since mid summer when I learned some better editing, lol. 😅 I’ll have more Impreza reviews out once the 25s become available. 🙂
Loving this color blue!!! And looks like a beautiful day to be creating world class content, per usual. This is still a great looking suv. Hope to see another new video soon!!
Thanks again man! It was a good day to video a cool car. Between obligations with my day job and a family trip soon it’ll likely be only 1 vid a week (Saturdays probably) the rest of June. Then next month I’m hoping to ramp it up and start branching out more with other brands. 🙂
I dont miss a CD player anymore. I had a lot of CDs when I got my Impreza base without a CD player. I just transferred the CDs to a flash drive and play them through the USB port. Have to say though, the only regret I have about buying the Impreza so far is that I did not get the Premium trim over the base. All totaled, the Premium was only slightly more expensive, and you get a better tuned suspension, the CD player, and heated seats and mirrors, which I really wish I had here in MN.
Love the body style. Wish Subaru would have used this for the WRX. I think this would have been a much better seller than the sedan body style. 23 WRXs are already being discounted $1500-2k around my area. Whereas CTRs, Golf Rs, Corolla GRs are selling well above MSRP easily.
Subie is staying true to themselves, function over form. Sure some of the styling elements look a bit dorky compared to hatchbacks from the competition, but that boxy butt means storage space is maximized. The interior is a weird mix of old school and new, (the shifter area/console looks straight up 90's- early 2k's😂) but I kinda like that with some companies going full futuristic...which will look dated in a few years. I really like the new Impreza, but the fact it's CVT only with no manual option means I probably won't even consider one next time I get the new car itch. The WRX on the other hand will definitely be considered as long as they keep the row your own option.
Living at higher altitude takes some of the fun out of driving (just a bit). 😄 I wouldn't miss the CD player. I have one in the console of my 2021 Legacy and I haven't used it once. I really like the Impreza. It seems like they really polished an already nice car. Love the color and the hatchback design makes more sense in a smaller car than a sedan.
You’re right about that! I can’t imagine having all that extra horsepower at sea level. During the summer DA gets up to 7,500’ here, lol. Cars feel slow. Good point about your Legacy, and I agree about the Impreza. 🙂
In comparison to other brands, seem like Subaru is starting to nickel and dime buyers. Cloth seats as only option, overpriced weather mats, winter package w/o heated steering wheel, no spare tire, and the tilting headrests. The 2024 builder shows tilting headrests in the safety features, yet RUclips's 703Speed says the tilts have been discontinued. Still is a nice hatchback but it is now limited on the options.
I don't understand why the Impreza with the 2.0 liter gets rated at lower mpg than the Legacy with a 2.5 liter engine. Smaller car with smaller engine lower mpg rating.
You make a good point. I think the 2.0 just has to work that much harder that it negates it’s smaller displacement benefit. Meanwhile the 2.0 (181HP) in my Miata (which does weigh a lot less) gets 40MPG lol. 😅
I’ll keep that in mind for the next time it snows! I’ve filmed a dozen other vehicles in the snow this past week, and now it’s mostly slush and melted. 😂
I miss a spare tire !!! Nice to have the inflator kit unless you cut a tire down in the middle of nowhere and then you are out of luck ! I can't understand why Subaru decided to leave out a spare on all the models of the 2024 Impreza ? I'm still wondering if a spare were purchased would it fit in the area where the inflator kit is located. Other than this one gripe, I love the Impreza as I've owned 3 and time will tell if a 2024 will be my forth ???
Now you see, these wheels should have been the up-trimmed RS wheels. Is there anyone who thinks the RS wheels look more aggressive and attractive than this lower trim Sports wheels??? So, depending on the torque-curve of the 2.5 RS engine, this 2.0 might be the better buy for city folks.
I have a 2019 Impreza. On a 1500 mile trip, probably 80% freeway with 4 passengers and luggage, I got 34 mpg. I have gotten up to 40 mpg on all freeway trips keeping the speed down to 60 or below. It is a pretty boxy body style, so mileage drops off at higher cruising speeds. Those mileage figures are from the trip computer, havent verified them manually.
I wonder what the 'sport tuned suspension' means. Does it mean different springs and dampers? According to the Subaru spec sheet, it appears to be only the existence of a rear anti-sway bar (the base model apparently does not have this.)
That’s a good question, I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if it’s only the sway bar that legallyallows them to make the “sport tuned suspension” claim, lol. 🙂
Question: how does the 2.0 compare to the 2.5 off the line from a stop? For mostly-city driving folks, 0 to 15 or 0 to 30 off the line acceleration will often matter more.
According to videos so far, the 2.0 Liter 0-60 time is around 10 to 10.6 seconds. The 2.5 Liter 0-60 time is around 7.5 to 8.6 seconds from what I've seen. So the RS is 2-3 seconds faster which is a lot better in a sprint. Edit: I honestly would like to see the 0-60 on the Sport 2.0 Liter without the car in Sport mode because it tended to drive faster in normal mode in other videos for some reason.
The 2.0 last gen is fast 0-15 and 0-30 is pretty good, too. You should have no problem at all getting the car going from a stop. Only exception might be starting on a steep hill.
The power delivery is linear and similar to the 2.5, it’s just less pull throughout the RPM band. Both are totally adequate around town and city streets. But the larger displacement of the 2.5 is noticeable right off the line, but again linear throughout. I would recommend test driving a lightly used one (over 1k miles) once it’s slightly broke it and you can decide for yourself if the 2.0 is adequate. 🙂
In my testing on slightly different density altitude days I agree. 10-10.6 true time for the 2.0 and I think I got 8.6 in the RS. 🙂 Sport mode only seems to help when cruising as it keeps you in one lower “gear”. From a dig starting in “1st” either way, it doesn’t seem to make a difference lol. I know some people don’t like to hear that “S” doesn’t do much. 🤷♂️🙂
Awesome, thank you so much. My GF's car is on its last legs and we're looking for an AWD Sedan (or hatchback). Pretty much all our internet searches are pointing us towards a Subaru Impreza.
It really bugs me that when you stomp a Subie to the floor to get up to speed that it stays on 6K rpm. The CVT really does Rob the engine on pwr and torque, thus causing the mpg to flush down the toilet. My old Rav with the 269hp 3.5 V6 got 27mpg on the highway with the cruise set on 75mph and always had Plenty of get up and go, but both our Outback and Forester with a measly 182hp only gets 29mpg at best, but usually 26mpg. We’re going back to Toyota ASAP
I get that! I’m still enjoying my Wilderness although it doesn’t get driven much anymore since picking up the Miata. I’m sure we’ll own a Toyota again down the road. I’m excited to see the new 4Runner and RAV4 when they finally come out. 🙂
@@robob221 At 6K RPM the torque (thrust) is gone so the engine is relying on the horsepower, which at 6K RPM is done. The engine labors At between 4,500 - 6K RPM. Do you understand what RPM means? At 6K RPM, the engine is firing 6K times per minute. RPM = Revolutions Per Minute.
@@Doc1855 Doc i fully understand. Whenever a CVT fake shifts you are loosing acceleration but it feels more natural to most people. .It pegs only when foot to the floor, it's all on purpose. Peak HP on most N/A's is at high RPM. If you watch the channel :"Engineering Explained" he goes over the difference between torque and HP and when one plays more of a role vs the other. This is basic knowledge amongst most who watch these type of videos. No need to explain lol I know how a CVT operates to get max acceleration.
@@robob221 Actually CVTs are tuned to get max fuel mileage. You are correct though, that acceleration is best when the CVT holds the RPMs higher. The fake "shifts" reduce engine noise and make the car feel more like a conventional automatic, but they, if anything, reduce acceleration slightly.
I recently purchased the 2024 Impreza Sports.Could you pls tell me and I wanna know if they come with a spare tire or not? I have contacted the dealership and told me it doesnt come with it.What it comes with it were the tire repair kit and air compressor.I just want to clarify if their telling me the truth or not.Thanks and much appreciated.Ed
Unfortunately I think that is correct. I hope I’m wrong but a lot of these new generation cars seem to be coming with repair kits rather than spares. 🤷♂️😬 Thanks for watching and congrats on ordering your new car!
Great video but I’m going to have to disagree with you on the screen and cd player. This car has apple car why would do you want a smaller screen and a obsolete cd player🤪
i mean, it's a nice blue. but why not the world rally blue? maybe it's for the best actually. leave the classic color for the classic cars. but it looks like a ford focus with that color lmao. sad.
Another Subaru 'sport' model with a CVT and an oversized ipad on the console and no control knobs.... gtfoh. Subaru about to become the next Mitsubishi if they don't get some car people involved with their corporate product meetings.
They seem go get uglier and uglier.... the hipsters will always buy them no matter how bad the styling is, outdated engine and generally poor fuel economy.
Overweight, overpriced, and underpowered. Not to mention that underwhelming exterior. But, hey, it's got "sporty" low-profile tires. Which means you'll want it anyway! Not.
Just got a 24...had 22 before. Ride is smoother, quieter. Nice little car for the money.
Very nice! I’m glad you’re enjoying the upgrade. 🙂
How was the upgrade/trade in like? I got a 22 base and I’m pretty interested with this one
Did you go for the RS? I wonder if the 2.5l makes a significant difference vs the 2.0.
I drove a sport and RS today. I actually liked the sport better. The handling felt a bit more floaty/comfy and less like a go-cart.
That’s a good observation! Do you think you’ll be buying the Sport?! 🙂
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 we are going to drive a civic hatch and maybe Mazda 3 before deciding.
Good call, always check out other reputable competition when making such a big decision. 🙂
We ended up with an Impreza sport! One weird note I think might helpful for future owners is that the sport has a grey/light upper and the RS has a dark/black upper cockpit experience. I personally like the light upper better. Some may like the the black/RS upper color better. It’s definitely a noticeable interior cabin difference (more so to me than the engine).
@@wendyeckert6845 What color Impreza Sport? 🤔
We have a 21' Crosstrek Limited. It is such a good car. Very safe, confident and perfect for our Utah winters. The gas mileage isn't all that great since we use eyesight almost all the time. We get 25-26 MPG. We have a 2 inch hitch for a bike rack. Being a small car you can feel how it handles different with 2 bikes on the back. We have a 2017 Jetta, and I would consider trading that for this Impreza.
You are the 1st to give outside dimensions…Thank You👍🏽
Oh that’s interesting! Well thanks for watching, I’m glad you liked it! My videos (in my opinion) have actually gotten a lot better since mid summer when I learned some better editing, lol. 😅 I’ll have more Impreza reviews out once the 25s become available. 🙂
Power moon roof, blind spot,... cool 👍. I have an 2021 sport but in manual, loving it.
Loving this color blue!!! And looks like a beautiful day to be creating world class content, per usual. This is still a great looking suv. Hope to see another new video soon!!
Thanks again man! It was a good day to video a cool car. Between obligations with my day job and a family trip soon it’ll likely be only 1 vid a week (Saturdays probably) the rest of June. Then next month I’m hoping to ramp it up and start branching out more with other brands. 🙂
Looks like the iconic WRC blue (no idea the real name) on the rally WRX from years past.
Glad to know that I'm not the only one who would miss a CD player, not all people stream their music and some of us still prefer the old-school way...
I dont miss a CD player anymore. I had a lot of CDs when I got my Impreza base without a CD player. I just transferred the CDs to a flash drive and play them through the USB port. Have to say though, the only regret I have about buying the Impreza so far is that I did not get the Premium trim over the base. All totaled, the Premium was only slightly more expensive, and you get a better tuned suspension, the CD player, and heated seats and mirrors, which I really wish I had here in MN.
While I would /like/ one in my 24 sport just to have the option, I wouldn't say I miss it persay. I hear ya though.
Love the body style. Wish Subaru would have used this for the WRX. I think this would have been a much better seller than the sedan body style. 23 WRXs are already being discounted $1500-2k around my area. Whereas CTRs, Golf Rs, Corolla GRs are selling well above MSRP easily.
They might do that later on. Who know. Subaru are listening to us for future WRX for next generation.
Be happy with what they offer.
I miss the CD player
I miss a spare tire
Edit: spair?
@@Machturtle7491spare.
They don't exist in this century.
Get on the streaming apps. Make a few playlist and you would even think of CDs lol
Whats a cd player ? Lol
Thank you for these reviews!
Thanks for watching! 🙂
Subie is staying true to themselves, function over form. Sure some of the styling elements look a bit dorky compared to hatchbacks from the competition, but that boxy butt means storage space is maximized. The interior is a weird mix of old school and new, (the shifter area/console looks straight up 90's- early 2k's😂) but I kinda like that with some companies going full futuristic...which will look dated in a few years. I really like the new Impreza, but the fact it's CVT only with no manual option means I probably won't even consider one next time I get the new car itch. The WRX on the other hand will definitely be considered as long as they keep the row your own option.
Traded in my 2014 pzev for a 2024 sport it's true love all over again.
Living at higher altitude takes some of the fun out of driving (just a bit). 😄 I wouldn't miss the CD player. I have one in the console of my 2021 Legacy and I haven't used it once. I really like the Impreza. It seems like they really polished an already nice car. Love the color and the hatchback design makes more sense in a smaller car than a sedan.
You’re right about that! I can’t imagine having all that extra horsepower at sea level. During the summer DA gets up to 7,500’ here, lol. Cars feel slow. Good point about your Legacy, and I agree about the Impreza. 🙂
I prefer to have a dual 7inch touchscreen . The 11 inch will give me an eye sore and Distraction . Hey everyone has their own
Preference ✨
Be content with what is offered.
This video convinced me to buy one (Magnitite Gray Metallic 2024). Picking it up Tuesday in Honolulu. Thanks
Nice! I’m glad you liked my video, and congrats on your sweet new ride this week!! 😎
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208
Thank you!
In comparison to other brands, seem like Subaru is starting to nickel and dime buyers. Cloth seats as only option, overpriced weather mats, winter package w/o heated steering wheel, no spare tire, and the tilting headrests. The 2024 builder shows tilting headrests in the safety features, yet RUclips's 703Speed says the tilts have been discontinued. Still is a nice hatchback but it is now limited on the options.
I don't understand why the Impreza with the 2.0 liter gets rated at lower mpg than the Legacy with a 2.5 liter engine. Smaller car with smaller engine lower mpg rating.
You make a good point. I think the 2.0 just has to work that much harder that it negates it’s smaller displacement benefit. Meanwhile the 2.0 (181HP) in my Miata (which does weigh a lot less) gets 40MPG lol. 😅
We need a snow run in this so we can see its pedigree in the arctic conditions
I’ll keep that in mind for the next time it snows! I’ve filmed a dozen other vehicles in the snow this past week, and now it’s mostly slush and melted. 😂
I miss a spare tire !!! Nice to have the inflator kit unless you cut a tire down in the middle of nowhere and then you are out of luck ! I can't understand why Subaru decided to leave out a spare on all the models of the 2024 Impreza ? I'm still wondering if a spare were purchased would it fit in the area where the inflator kit is located. Other than this one gripe, I love the Impreza as I've owned 3 and time will tell if a 2024 will be my forth ???
You probably can because some of the Crosstreks come with a temporary spare and the body is essentially the same! 🙂
@richardsmith4187 I agree totally with you on the spare tire. Car manufacturers don't think of those things.
Just ordered one earlier today 😁
Congrats!!! What color did you pick?! 😀
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208Exactly like the one in the video!
Now you see, these wheels should have been the up-trimmed RS wheels.
Is there anyone who thinks the RS wheels look more aggressive and attractive than this lower trim Sports wheels???
So, depending on the torque-curve of the 2.5 RS engine, this 2.0 might be the better buy for city folks.
Be content with what is offered.
I wish this got 40mpg on the highway with the AWD.
That would be awesome! 😎
I have a 2019 Impreza. On a 1500 mile trip, probably 80% freeway with 4 passengers and luggage, I got 34 mpg. I have gotten up to 40 mpg on all freeway trips keeping the speed down to 60 or below. It is a pretty boxy body style, so mileage drops off at higher cruising speeds. Those mileage figures are from the trip computer, havent verified them manually.
That’s very impressive!
I wonder what the 'sport tuned suspension' means. Does it mean different springs and dampers? According to the Subaru spec sheet, it appears to be only the existence of a rear anti-sway bar (the base model apparently does not have this.)
That’s a good question, I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if it’s only the sway bar that legallyallows them to make the “sport tuned suspension” claim, lol. 🙂
Love your pink bracelet… does your wife know you’re changing… 🤣🤣.
Lmao, just teasing you Brother !
Lol, it’s in regards to breast cancer as both of our moms have now beaten it! 🙂
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 M, I know what it represents. I was giving you crap. My mother in law is a survivor of breast cancer as well
Question: how does the 2.0 compare to the 2.5 off the line from a stop?
For mostly-city driving folks, 0 to 15 or 0 to 30 off the line acceleration will often matter more.
According to videos so far, the 2.0 Liter 0-60 time is around 10 to 10.6 seconds. The 2.5 Liter 0-60 time is around 7.5 to 8.6 seconds from what I've seen. So the RS is 2-3 seconds faster which is a lot better in a sprint.
Edit: I honestly would like to see the 0-60 on the Sport 2.0 Liter without the car in Sport mode because it tended to drive faster in normal mode in other videos for some reason.
The 2.0 last gen is fast 0-15 and 0-30 is pretty good, too. You should have no problem at all getting the car going from a stop. Only exception might be starting on a steep hill.
The power delivery is linear and similar to the 2.5, it’s just less pull throughout the RPM band. Both are totally adequate around town and city streets. But the larger displacement of the 2.5 is noticeable right off the line, but again linear throughout. I would recommend test driving a lightly used one (over 1k miles) once it’s slightly broke it and you can decide for yourself if the 2.0 is adequate. 🙂
In my testing on slightly different density altitude days I agree. 10-10.6 true time for the 2.0 and I think I got 8.6 in the RS. 🙂
Sport mode only seems to help when cruising as it keeps you in one lower “gear”. From a dig starting in “1st” either way, it doesn’t seem to make a difference lol. I know some people don’t like to hear that “S” doesn’t do much. 🤷♂️🙂
It what people says in your comments also 2.0 engine is much lighter than 2.5 .
Awesome, thank you so much. My GF's car is on its last legs and we're looking for an AWD Sedan (or hatchback). Pretty much all our internet searches are pointing us towards a Subaru Impreza.
My pleasure! Best of luck to you guys. 🙂
It's a great car! I've had mine since November. Did you pull the trigger?
I prefer my 2022 Sport with manual thanks.
New subscriber brother man… peace!
Thank you for watching and choosing to follow along my journey! 🙂
Great review…
The Impreza doesn’t Impress me at all.
The back side view still looks like a dog squatting to poop.
😂
looks great, besides the bigass screen
I would be fine with this sport trim if 2.5L engine would be included. Pretty much A to B vehicle especially with CVT.
Love the color but hate the mpg for such a small vehicle.
Yeah, it really should be doing a bit better…😬
If it wasn't so low to the ground, I would buy my mom one of these.
Have you considered the Crosstrek? It’s basically the same body but with a 3.5” suspension lift. Thanks for watching! 🙂
It really bugs me that when you stomp a Subie to the floor to get up to speed that it stays on 6K rpm. The CVT really does Rob the engine on pwr and torque, thus causing the mpg to flush down the toilet.
My old Rav with the 269hp 3.5 V6 got 27mpg on the highway with the cruise set on 75mph and always had Plenty of get up and go, but both our Outback and Forester with a measly 182hp only gets 29mpg at best, but usually 26mpg.
We’re going back to Toyota ASAP
I get that! I’m still enjoying my Wilderness although it doesn’t get driven much anymore since picking up the Miata. I’m sure we’ll own a Toyota again down the road. I’m excited to see the new 4Runner and RAV4 when they finally come out. 🙂
The cvt pegs at 6k to get the most power not less. My 2019 Carolla hatch did the same thing.
@@robob221 At 6K RPM the torque (thrust) is gone so the engine is relying on the horsepower, which at 6K RPM is done.
The engine labors At between 4,500 - 6K RPM.
Do you understand what RPM means?
At 6K RPM, the engine is firing 6K times per minute.
RPM = Revolutions Per Minute.
@@Doc1855 Doc i fully understand. Whenever a CVT fake shifts you are loosing acceleration but it feels more natural to most people. .It pegs only when foot to the floor, it's all on purpose. Peak HP on most N/A's is at high RPM. If you watch the channel :"Engineering Explained" he goes over the difference between torque and HP and when one plays more of a role vs the other. This is basic knowledge amongst most who watch these type of videos. No need to explain lol I know how a CVT operates to get max acceleration.
@@robob221 Actually CVTs are tuned to get max fuel mileage. You are correct though, that acceleration is best when the CVT holds the RPMs higher. The fake "shifts" reduce engine noise and make the car feel more like a conventional automatic, but they, if anything, reduce acceleration slightly.
I recently purchased the 2024 Impreza Sports.Could you pls tell me and I wanna know if they come with a spare tire or not? I have contacted the dealership and told me it doesnt come with it.What it comes with it were the tire repair kit and air compressor.I just want to clarify if their telling me the truth or not.Thanks and much appreciated.Ed
Unfortunately I think that is correct. I hope I’m wrong but a lot of these new generation cars seem to be coming with repair kits rather than spares. 🤷♂️😬 Thanks for watching and congrats on ordering your new car!
Great video but I’m going to have to disagree with you on the screen and cd player. This car has apple car why would do you want a smaller screen and a obsolete cd player🤪
That’s a good point, lol. I’m just sad to see iconic items disappearing I guess. 😂
No spare tire?
No, not on this new generation. 😕
FYI You called it a Ford Impreza at about 9:00
Good catch, thanks for noticing that! 😅
i mean, it's a nice blue. but why not the world rally blue? maybe it's for the best actually. leave the classic color for the classic cars.
but it looks like a ford focus with that color lmao. sad.
That’s true, lol it’s like the Focus RS. WRB is beautiful though! 😍
Another Subaru 'sport' model with a CVT and an oversized ipad on the console and no control knobs.... gtfoh. Subaru about to become the next Mitsubishi if they don't get some car people involved with their corporate product meetings.
They seem go get uglier and uglier.... the hipsters will always buy them no matter how bad the styling is, outdated engine and generally poor fuel economy.
@@67FORDTRUCKF250Morpheous: What if I told you... Subarus were always ugly?
10 sec 0-60? any 10 year old Corolla can do this, what is Subaru thinking. We want 200+hp
Who needs a CD player? Really?
Not enough of the population that Subaru decided it was worth keeping, lol.
The 0 to 60 was painful too watch.
You’re telling me, I was there. 😅😂
@@AutomotiveAnonymous208I almost want to say my 06 outback impreza sport is faster to 0-60. Less weight? Maybe rpm is not governed as much?
I’m not sure but if you bring it to me we can GPS test it lol. 😝
Overweight, overpriced, and underpowered. Not to mention that underwhelming exterior. But, hey, it's got "sporty" low-profile tires. Which means you'll want it anyway! Not.
Amen!
No LED tail light in the Sport?
😬
One problem... It's a Subaru.
🤷♂️😅
Rrright..