2017 Subaru Impreza Review

The all-new 2017 Subaru Impreza that features an updated design with improved driving dynamics to match.
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[@chrissorreda4982]

Damn these new ones look really good in an evolutionary way. Good job Subaru!

[@honestycounts9352]

Its got REALLY GREAT VISIBILITY, due to a low beltline, large windows, and narrow A-pillars. Something a lot of other cars just don't have anymore. But I'm going to order a set of four 2" spacers for the springs to raise the ground clearance up for better snow clearance in the winter. Think of that as a 'cheaper' alternative to the Forester.

[@nicholasmcandrew7036]

Hey did you ever raise that impreza? was thinking of doing the same

[@askaribr1]

WOW what a great looking exterior car. LOVED IT

[@timmcclannahan8309]

Mine gets 30 mpg City

[@accordwhip3467]

I actually really like it! The tailights on the hatch back could look a LITTLE better, but other than that, I love the front and the rims look awesome. Would easily have this as a competitor to the Civic/Mazda3 hatchback.

[@k9dark10]

This inside looks nice, but the outside looks totally generic. I really am digging the civic hatch right now

[@jonathans4503]

I wouldn't buy one just cuz I think the rear looks ugly. I'd buy one cuz it comes with a cheap reliable awd though. Living in Ontario, awd is a must for our winters unfortunately.

[@PNgaia33859]

Cheers Mate , Thank You.. so glad I saw this .I have my eye on the 2017 imprezza hatch and had issues with CVT, ignorance of basically, as well as start stop tech. Still am researching.

[@Benny_2024]

really liked the camera work / editing

[@JMotorCity]

Seems subtlety Volvo-like. I think it is handsome.

[@elliottmanning4116]

Him or the car lol

[@JMotorCity]

Elliott Manning both, actually.

[@elliottmanning4116]

From how the rear styling looks on the Impreza hatchback, he looks better. Overall, the car does nothing for me and is forgettable. The problem with the Impreza is the new Civic. It's too good.

[@jaimeprado23]

Elliott Manning and more horsepower

[@xcen1]

you it is the new civic , it isn't 4wd. you can't drive in snow in civic or have to change to snow tires. Just keep same tires all the time with subaru.

[@xXAcrobatixX]

we want a wrx sti hatchback please

[@RyanLBC]

Simple Skyline yeah they need to bring the subaru leforg sti to the states !

[@bndncn]

Just please don't call it the Levorg over here XD

[@NickCasale]

Same - so bummed they ditched it

[@grimboslizzdagrizz]

Or another impreza sti

[@AlienNinjaPuppy]

Buy a civic type r

[@houstoner]

I may be picking one of these up soon. Low milage and I want AWD for road trips. Never owned a Subie but have wanted to forever, though I am still a sucker for the old bug eyed WRX hatch. But this will do. Has all the features I could want.

[@kennetha.1937]

how were you able to get a sport model with fog lights? our local Subaru dealers say the sport isn't available with fogs.

[@nchia]

Nice video, especially outside shots on the road.

[@DEVILTAZ35]

Just curious how this compares to a legacy 3.6r not as far as engine obviously but in quietness and handling etc?

[@A_guan]

Is there dual zone climate? I've seen a few US models and I don't see it how it is in this video

[@z10joey89]

Mazda3, civic and impreza awd, which is the best in Winter Canada?

[@Mouzourakism]

My car feels like it's wobbling around on certain parts of the freeway. Is it because of the sport tune suspention/18in tires on the SPORT trim. Has anybody experiance something similar. Just wondering if it's normal.

[@MrRhaegar8]

Looks like this gen Impreza is more competitive than the previous iteration. All this model needs is an optional engine upgrade to compete with the likes of the Mazda 3. Either fitting the BRZ 2.0 into this (if possible) a larger 2.5 or downsized turbo 1.8? Something to put it into the 180-200hp/180lbs-ft range. Due to it's AWD drain on the engine, the Impreza will need higher specs than the comparable Mazda 3/Jetta to match their performance.

[@MetikalMan]

This is a nice car. Will the US ever get Subaru's 1.6 DIT boxer motor? When a mid cycle refresh comes in 3 years this better get a manual and a 2.5L or 1.6 Turbo motor as an option. It seems like such a no brained to bring back the 2.5RS with 200hp.

[@DimachkaS]

I love Canada

[@tonysoprano4624]

Where is this filmed

[@alexniznik4450]

TBH If you put a Buick logo on the front end it wouldn't look out of place. Looks just like many new Buick/Opal/Vauxhall models.

[@danieljohn589]

Nice seats! Good improvement.

[@alphazoomii9408]

They should really make a WRX version for this however... I still like the 2015+ Sedan. Lots of room...still handles nice on good summer tires. I got some INVOs on there.... in rain... so good.... and on dry...great as well. They are quiet too. And yikes.... I didn't know the new Impreza's only have 152 HP... That WRX turbo really adds alot of juice I guess.

[@andeace23]

that interior looks soooo much better

[@TKDardanel]

The HB versions back desing looks like the new Focus' one

[@MrBury74]

I like this a lot. Great for canadien weather

[@alexniznik4450]

MrBury74 *Canadian

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

+Alex Niznik - If MrBury74 is from Quebec, or otherwise French Canadian, "Canadien" is correct, I believe. He should have capitalized it though.

[@hryank33]

OMGWTFLOL I believe in French you don’t usually capitalize a country, languge

[@apexrose]

What is the name of those rims

[@Trades46]

It's nice, but kind of boring looking. The platform change its nice, but the 2.0 engine feels weak. The Civic with the 1.5 turbo around 170hp seems to be a sweet spot between response & fuel economy. Still I cannot see myself in a vanilla Impreza, even a sport model. However I await anxiously for the WRX & STI (especially with the 2.0 FA turbo) models which hopefully builds upon this improved platform in the future.

[@LoveMyZJ]

Curious to see how you folks think this new Impreza stacks up to the Mazda 3.Ideally I would like to have AWD where I live but I recently test-drove a '17 Mazda3 hatchback 2.5 6spd Grand Touring and walked away THOROUGHLY impressed; it really did feel like I was driving a compact BMW. The new Impreza has a lot to live up to.

[@crisissocoylike]

LoveMyZJ the impreza drives no where as good as the Mazda 3.

[@A_guan]

How does it drive vs civic hatch

[@Trinitymurder]

Looks great... especially in red

[@FiredEmpire]

The new Subaru platform is a huge success.

[@johnelegant1727]

Nice improvements! Would have been a great car if they had given it a six-speed manual trans with a strong first gear; will have to drive a Sport version to see whether it is powerful enough with its five-speed, i.e., the jury still out as far as I am concerned.

[@RR-ev3po]

or just dump the Mazda 3 6 spd auto and be done with it. The CVT faxing 7 speeds is a joke...too cheap to be the best

[@rrider3946]

Is Cruise control standard it isn't on my 2013.

[@russellfrancis813]

Yes.

[@danieljohn589]

Looks great! Thanks to the Mazda 3!

[@MangKolokoy333]

can't wait how would the WRX STi look in this new platform.

[@tailt]

Can any one do a manual transmission review

[@hoover23tcb]

he didn,t even touch on the safety this thing has with adaptive cruise , blind spot monitoring , crash avoidance , passenger compartment safety structure best in class . I,ve just spent the best part of a week at car dealership,s looking for a new car and this new impreza beat every thing hand,s down ,ordered mine .

[@tousshong9438]

Yeah, it does have all of those but it's not standard equipment on all their vehicles, I guess that's why he didn't mention it. LOL

[@peterwei9121]

solid car. i am driving my legacy. love it

[@gregoryoruko]

love the model subaru impreza

[@xray111xxx]

I wonder how it is against the Mazda 3? To me being a WRX owner from years back. Will the Impreza still impress.

[@xray111xxx]

Hey President you are the reason KZbin is a great place to laugh at. Your lack of critical thought. Ever drive these Cars? Or do you just insult by I.P.? Loser.

[@themainguy5050]

looks like a little bit of Nissan Altima and Volvo put together nice styling though. but you have a lot of Maintenance with those Motors timing belt water pump can add up quickly

[@johncarr123]

Did not talk about the AWD??

[@tomeisenmenger7048]

It was mentioned and some time was spent talking about the torque vectoring. It's a good thing that the AWD is unobtrusive.

[@Xenophene01]

I love Subarus but I really wished that they would lower their prices. Here in Mexico they are not often seen on the roads. For a country with mostly sun, makes people wonder why they would even consider AWD. Subaru Mexico needs to make their cars competitive. I want to see an Impreza the same price as a Nissan Sentra

[@BeeeHonest]

Wish they could transfer that styling to the Outback!

[@deres3335]

BeeeHonest I

[@buddymack]

I really like the new design here., more Euro inspired. Have been a fan of Subys "All Wheel Drive" systems for years but the Price Point / Power / & MPG's are severely lacking, for this segment. @sherlock tang...You are right, CVT is outdated ...Mazda is slowing dominating this car segment with it's 40MPG and 185HP.....and their price point for their options...When Subaru can measure up I'll consider buying one..hopefully soon..

[@naturallyaspirated9391]

No, you can either get 185 hp or 40 mpg, but not both. The 2.0 that delivers 40 mpg puts out 155 hp, which is only more than this, and this car can get up to 38 mpg, which is not that far off.

[@buddymack]

Naturally Aspirated : thanks for the update, greatly appreciated!!

[@sssmeee]

how is this 80% new with the same engine/transmission

[@jjuhring1]

Agreed. With over 170 HP and 6-speed manuals available in both the Mazda 3 and Civic hatches, this car does not compete unless you absolutely need AWD.

[@yellowhammer3]

sssmeee that's the left over 20%

[@jorgea.ramosv.1603]

jjuhring1 wrong, mazda 3 2.0 has 155hp, and no awd, if you are talking about the 2,5 engine, thats other game

[@danieljohn589]

God dam exactly, bs its 80% new!!! Huh???

[@alexanderdeburdegala4609]

The engine is not the same it has direct injection and some other tweeks. Also the majority of Civic's and Mazda's are sold with the low HP engines

[@Jwhyx]

Please a new WRX STI from the 5-door !

[@mathisgoossens4497]

excellent I love this result hearvily transaction

[@nylonsteel]

So whens the Review happen,or is it all smiley face,every thing is awesome time?

[@MyLife2020]

mazda3 very close in ride with VW jetta but Mazda3 with less problems. I will buy Subaru impreza for AWD drive and space interior

[@harrue]

¿Is this guy Canadian?

[@lawrencey0y]

the front lights and grill look like a 18 insignia/regal

[@SagaAcademica]

Probably the only subaru I would buy is a 92 legacy with boxer engine. That was a Subaru.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

What other engine was available in a 92 Legacy?

[@antoniodicarlo3618]

nice car i like it

[@ClaudeSpeede]

5 door version is good looking, nice car.

[@ARB0204]

Subaru thankfully started making stylish cars

[@carbrickscity]

What's the music at the end of the video?

[@charlietimes2770]

NICE!

[@thewindrises]

" as good, if not better? " I couldn't' see anything else better than a Subaru compact at this price range.

[@dion24B]

The Best car money can buy

[@_Macintech_]

Are you guys gonna do the mean comments video this year?

[@AutoGuide]

Maybe if we can find actual funny ones. Last year they basically just got racist and sexist. It was bad, even for KZbin.

[@JMotorCity]

AutoGuide.com people are awful. You guys are great.

[@jsiszero]

please no more lisp guy as well

[@JMotorCity]

Buck Futter such a lot of fuss over a few extra s's.

[@djizzah]

i think the term youre looking for to fit that description would be "himbo"

[@seven203]

Could Subaru share Toyota platforms ?

[@rightlanehog3151]

This is one of the great automotive mysteries because Toyota owns 20% of Subaru. With the exception of the BRZ / 86 they do very little sharing at all.

[@luigonz7422]

What's the trim of this Subaru?

[@al58598]

Infinite Lui, looks like a sport 5 door to me.

[@LancerXDS]

well subie fans, you wanted a hatch, here is your hatch, it's not the hatch your been asking for but it's a start now they just need to make it a manual with a turbo

[@eskil1u]

suspension is really nice.... camera shakes like crazy

[@AmanRajput01]

eskil1u LOOOL

[@Trades46]

Then buy a Camry with like 80s Buick styled suspension. Good suspension doesn't necessarily mean cushioned ride; it can mean good body control & roll resistance.

[@MisakiLeasim]

So that's where all the extra cash has been going. Good for Subaru, they've been on a roll selling well for a couple of years!

[@massacmongo995]

Hey Subaru how about the 205hp engine from the BRZ ? Then you would have a "Sport" model.

[@piemanpokey]

Awesome! It's not the guy with the lisp!

[@jpro1969]

Subaru FTW!!!

[@peruprofundodance]

👍👍👍👍👍👍 baby legacy

[@jamessimonds4458]

We purchased the 2018 base trim hatchback with the CVT. This was our first experience with Subaru. I have 3 major zonks for this car. My advice, DO NOT PURCHASE A BASE TRIM IMPREZA. Our 2018 base trim impreza comes with steel wheels and hubcaps. In 68,000 miles, we have lost 12 hubcaps. When it came time to replace the tires, we had to shell out a bunch of coin to replace those steel wheels and hubcaps. To the point that we could not afford the need to spend $800 dollars to have the spark plugs replaced. The other zonk is a biggee. That very weak 2.0 engine, does not produce enough power. It has a weak 152 hp. Subaru at minimum, should at least offer the 2.5 engine. That would give the Impreza another 30 hp at 182hp. 30 more horses would do wonders with this car. I now own another Impreza. Through my knowledge of purchasing the 2018 Impreza, I purchased a 2022 PREMIUM trim sedan. The sedan, because it is $500 cheaper than the hatchback. Snd still owning the 2018 hatchback, I do not require the extra room. And with the PREMIUM trim, we have aluminum wheels. Don’t have to worry about losing the hubcaps. However, Subaru still earns the zonk on that same gutless 2.0 engine. Now, the good news. We own another Subaru that we purchased new. It is a 2020 Subaru PREMIUM trim Forester. Congratulations SUBARU. You finally did something right. We have a very nice 2.5 engine. And we purchased the package 15 with this vehicle. Do we have the power lift gate. This vehicle, is perfect. Not a single zonk. Now. GET BUSY AND FIX THE SHORT COMINGS IF THE IMPREZA

[@miriambinder3919]

Jury audience shock involved jump bond soil.

[@TurfSurf]

Time to redesign the Forester Subaru!

[@A_guan]

So how does this compare to the civic hatchback?

[@manhoot]

The little soo-bar-oooo. Wow

[@bluestarkad17]

I literally thought it was a volvo b4 reading the title

[@richquiambao9456]

I don't mind getting one.

[@PopeNicholasXVI]

I have a 2014 Impreza Hatch and its nice, but it's also not really the most impressive thing I've ever driven. My brother has a Mazda 3 and I do prefer how it feels on the road compared to the Impreza.

[@oscarmaloba4371]

hi, I am confused on whether to purchase Subaru Impreza or Mazda 3. Kindly advice me now that you have the experience of both cars. Thank you

[@K3vin365]

Me too. I'm looking at 2017 Impreza 2.0i-S and 2014-2017 Mazda 3 Touring. Not sure which one should I get.

[@TMM6900]

mac and more!

[@robertovargas134]

I don’t think so I bought a new one 2017 Impreza sport I tried to sell it with 52,000 miles now and it has a r unrepairable Recall

[@sapientbudgie5652]

MPGT - resorts to name calling then blocks people:) Wow, you're tough

[@RR-ev3po]

not sure why the joke with a CVT faking 7 speeds when Subaru could have put the Mazda3 superb 6 spd auto and have a top notch powerplant combo. How cheap is cheap?

[@thewindrises]

Will not consider this car with that little power. Get it up to 170-180 HP, I'll buy without a second thought.

[@coureurdebois]

looks a lot like a lot of Opel products.

[@Commentator541]

Finally a normal interior in a Subaru! OK, Legacy was passable but not even close to competitive.

[@M1MyRifle]

Subaru has to drop the WRX motor this new platform.. And bring back the hatch!!!

[@KAVINSKY311]

M1MyRifle they will

[@Lax10000000]

The hatch looks so much better and is so much more practical. Idk why anyone buys the sedan version

[@jasonswift7098]

The segment leaders are not the corolla or civic at all, corolla's sell a lot more but they are not better cars.

[@newttella1043]

Corollas are not better handling, have less cargo, not sporty, no turbo, boring looks. BUT Corollas have reliable CVT, no oil leaks, no oil burning, no gas diluting oil, no leaky valve seals and head gaskets, no expensive repairs just after warranty expiration. I guess the buyer has to prioritize whether the driving experience is worth the sacrificing of reliability.

[@johnnydo3877]

Whoever is handling the camera really needs to learn how to focus the lens. My eyes!

[@johnnylira3312]

CVT Transmission is a no go!

[@davidhicks9215]

California is just full of Canadians. (You just can't usually spot us so quickly.)

[@chonkyduck]

wrx hatchback incoming

[@rubioburo]

everything is good about subaru, and i would have got one, if not for all the BLOWN HEAD GASKETS

[@artstar5994]

Looks GREAT, no POWER

[@edwardstone9638]

The review is informative and sufficient, but why do all the reviewers on this channel speak in the same artificial manner? It's so strange.

[@Idonteatdog]

It has more Windows than an airplane.

[@hryank33]

Idonteatdog how is it a problem?

[@arthurfernandes2402]

This is the Canadian version of the Subaru Impreza

[@sopwithsnoopy8779]

So, it passes everything but the donut shop?

[@DavidMichaelKalman]

And the review covers the Sport trim only. The other trims don't have active torque vectoring, 18" wheels, the red instrument gauges, or the aluminum pedals.

[@marktuyet]

Subaru has replaced my Imprezza engine twice .now has 77,000 miles and they are going to work on it again ...it gets 500-1000 miles per gallon.....of oil !

[@FCFordLord]

Marktuyet Try using better brands of oil. Rotella, Amsoil, etc. Cheap ones like Mobil 1, Supertech, etc. are known to burn and cause ring damage in Subaru's.

[@CZFU3]

Marktuyet get a hold of a lemon law lawyer.

[@marktuyet]

+FCFordLord tell that to my dealer and Subaru ..they are the only ones who have ever touched the car .

[@vothry]

5-DOOR WRX BETTER BE IN THE PIPELINE.

[@brianfrtz]

I cried when he described the manual as antiquated. :/

[@Zerofightervi]

Brian Fortiz I think he was referring to the fact it's only a 5 speed, it really should be a 6.

[@erictayet]

A 6 speed manual on a 2litre stock family car is an overkill. It neither improves your 0-100km/h time nor saves you fuel. In fact, it worse for both in a normal family car. I certainly wouldn't want that on my Impreza 2.0i. On an Outback 3.6l however, it'll make sense due to a wider torque curve and higher top-speed. Having said that, a 6 speed manual will make a 2litre light-weight sports car (like a Lotus) hit 100km/h faster or make heavier car with a high power turbo hit 100 faster, like an STI.

[@Zerofightervi]

Eric Tay Are you sure about that? Six speeds will definitely help with your fuel economy on a long motorway run or even at a constant 50mph.

[@erictayet]

Yes Zerofightervi. Let's use an example. Imagine you have a 1.3 ton family sedan with a 100HP 1.6l petrol engine. It's top speed is 170km/h. With a torque of less than 100nm and with a 6-speed manual, the first gear will top out at 20km/h and it'll take 1 second to reach it. Moving up the gear ratio and assuming you are quick in shifting at 0.4second, the car will start to struggle to reach 100km/h on the 3rd gear and you most likely have to hit the 4th gear. On a 5 speed manual, the first gear will hit 25 km/h and take 1 second to reach it. It will definitely be able to hit 100km/h on the third gear and I'd only have to change gear twice, saving 0.4second. On the higher gears, it's a hassle to switch gear from 5th to 6th when cruising at 110-170km/h when a single 5th gear will suffice. Sure it'll take longer for a 5MT to hit topspeed but it's only 170km/h. On a sports car like the Lotus Elise, it's a different story. Because the chassis is so light, the power/weight ratio is far superior to a 1.6l sedan so it makes sense to have a closer gear spacing to maximise the torque, hence acceleration. Plus the 1.8-2l engine can push it to 240km/h with a 0-100 at around 5 second so it makes sense to pair it with a 6MT. On a 1.5 ton Turbo STI with 320HP and 300Nm torque, it is NECESSARY because the STI can hit 100km/h in 4 second and a 5MT will be the limiting factor for a GOOD driver. An average driver will have similar 0-100 due to a slow shift timing. For a family car, more shift means more power loss. When cruising at 110km/h, both 5MT and 6MT will have similar top gear ratio so FC will be similar. I'd say a 5% difference. For performance car with top speed at 280km/h, you'd definitely need that 6th gear to go above 160km/h. I haven't even discuss how the engine RPM will affect the torque curve and 0-100 timing but that's way beyond a YT chat. ;)

[@Zerofightervi]

Eric Tay You have put across a very informative reply, but I still don't agree with you. It's all about engine speed, in the real world you wouldn't be using all available engine revs you'd be more reliant on torque, which comes in at low rpm. So to use that you need more gears. 6 speeds is not really necessary in cars like a VW Up! or Hyundai i10 because they would generally but used in city centres. Anything larger that is more likely to do motorway mileage needs a 6 speed, 6th gear is often a much higher ratio to eek every last mpg possible from a under worked engine.