Simone checks out the latest 2021. Let’s face it, when someone says Impreza, the first thing that comes to mind is the WRX or the WRX STI. But the standard Impreza is a completely different car altogether. The Subaru Impreza still has some redeeming features, and Simone outlines whether they are good enough for a price tag that starts from $35k for the range-topping S trim.

Engine Specifications

SEDAN

Engine: 2.0L SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder DOHC
Power: 152 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque: 145 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual

5-door

Engine: 2.0L SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder DOHC
Power: 152 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque: 145 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual

Premium SEDAN

Engine: 2.0L SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder DOHC
Power: 152 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque: 145 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission: Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)

Premium 5-door

Engine: 2.0L SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder DOHC
Power: 152 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque: 145 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission: Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)

SPORT SEDAN

Engine: 2.0L SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder DOHC
Power: 152 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque: 145 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission: Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)

This is why the efficient powertrain is a good thing, this is why even the CVT makes good sense and this is also why Subaru went out of their way to cram as much safety in the Impreza as possible and also create a comfortable, ergonomic, accommodating and practical interior.