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2017 Subaru Impreza (5th Generation)
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I've been a Scooby fan for years, but can honestly say that this is the first one that I simply don't like the look of (even that hatchback thing was more appealing). Hopefully they can do something amazing with the STI, though.
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2017 Subaru Impreza | Road Test - MotorWeek
[video=youtube;0yyoEoJYEPs]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yyoEoJYEPs[/video]
[video=youtube;0yyoEoJYEPs]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yyoEoJYEPs[/video]
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2018 Subaru Impreza Review and Road Test - Alex on Autos
[video=youtube;keGDC-3hoQw]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keGDC-3hoQw[/video]
[video=youtube;keGDC-3hoQw]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keGDC-3hoQw[/video]
FiestaST
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Tested: New Impreza pins its ambitions on AWD
Subaru's been laying low as far as all-new models are concerned, or at least in our market. We haven’t had a fresh release since the fifth-generation Outback early in 2015. But now, within the space of two months, the brand has dropped two new-from-the-ground-up cars on us with the latest Impreza sedan and the XV crossover which launched in June and July respectively.
On test here is the Impreza, the first new version of the car we’ve had in South Africa since the third-gen version landed in 2007. Yes, there was a fourth Impreza available overseas from 2011 but that car never made it to our shores. This fifth iteration also comes as a five-door hatch overseas, and it’s the most popular model globally, but here we’ll only get the sedan.
And it really is new from the ground up. This model rides on a completely redesigned platform, stretched and tweaked in strategic places to increase cabin and boot space, and comprising loads of high-tensile steel to make it more structurally rigid. The suspension’s also been revised for improved comfort and handling compared to the previous model, and it’s indeed a decent rider that coped with Joburg’s nasty road surfaces nicely.
I was also impressed with how silent the interior was over rough roads, and build quality shows a marked improvement over Subarus of old. Some of the extra effort put into this new chassis, as well as some better choices in cabin materials and the way they’re assembled, have certainly paid off.
The new Impreza’s strong on the standard fare front too. Leather seats, sunroof, cruise control, keyless ignition, rain-sensing wipers, navigation, seven airbags, blind spot monitors, parking sensors and much more is included in the deal. Also standard is a 20.3cm central touchscreen and a second colour display at the dashboard’s top for climate, trip data and multimedia readouts. It’s all Apple Carplay and Android Auto compatible, so messages, music and maps from your phone can be integrated into the car’s systems easily.
Styling is, well ... generic, to be kind. It’s also hard not to notice how the 17” wheel and tyre combo struggles to fill the huge arches. Funny that the Impreza actually rides quite low. Our test car dragged its belly on the ramps of our office parkade - a noteworthy mention because even some supercars manage to clear the same breakovers without scraping.
This won’t be a problem for buyers who park in normal lots, but it’s a peculiar issue considering the Impreza’s one big selling point, namely that all three derivatives (base and range-topping 2.0i-S ES versions land in October) come with all-wheel drive as standard.
So if you’re the type who makes regular trips down uneven gravel roads, you’ll need watch out for floor scrapage on particularly unkempt surfaces. The higher-riding XV, which shares its underpinnings with the Impreza, is a better proposition for weekend-warrior families.
That said, Subaru’s all-wheel drive system is a nice inclusion. The value of this extra traction in a passenger car is debatable in our market, where it doesn’t snow, but the extra grip in rainy conditions can be reassuring. At R399 000 this 2.0i-S model is in fact the most affordable AWD sedan on sale (there are cheaper SUVs and crossovers), and the upcoming base model will be even cheaper.
Despite the Impreza’s famed rally history, a high-performing rally car this is not. The 2-litre boxer-four under the hood makes only 115kW and 196Nm, and while these outputs are reasonably strong compared to smaller naturally-aspirated units in similar-sized Corollas, Jettas, Elantras and Civics, a bit more oomph would be welcome.
It’s also quite thirsty, and after a week-long test the trip computer showed a disappointing 10.8 litres per 100km. We did mostly drive in urban traffic so this figure could improve with some highway use.
Sadly Subaru’s still clutching to the CVT auto gearbox we’ve moaned about in past models, and the monotonous engine note it makes when pushed hard compounds the lack of firepower. Forget about the so-called seven “gears” accessed by the steering paddle shifters. They’re really just programmed steps, which do little more than break up the steady exhaust drone with segmented ratio presets. A manual isn’t available.
VERDICT
The new Impreza carves a nice little niche for itself as the only all-wheel drive sedan in the sub-400k Corolla-class. It’s extremely well equipped, well made and easy to drive. Just avoid any Petter Solberg impersonations because this wheezy engine and gearbox combination struggles with anything more than normal traffic pace.
The price includes a 5-year/150 000km warranty and 3-year/75 000km maintenance plan.
FACTS
Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S
Engine: 2-litre, 4-cyl, petrol
Gearbox: CVT
Power: 115kW @ 6000rpm
Torque: 196Nm @ 4200rpm
0-100km/h (claimed): 9.8 seconds
Top speed (claimed): 208km/h
Price: R399 000
Warranty: 5-year/150 000km
Service plan: 3-year/75 000km
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/road-tests/tested-new-impreza-pins-its-ambitions-on-awd-10970531
Subaru's been laying low as far as all-new models are concerned, or at least in our market. We haven’t had a fresh release since the fifth-generation Outback early in 2015. But now, within the space of two months, the brand has dropped two new-from-the-ground-up cars on us with the latest Impreza sedan and the XV crossover which launched in June and July respectively.
On test here is the Impreza, the first new version of the car we’ve had in South Africa since the third-gen version landed in 2007. Yes, there was a fourth Impreza available overseas from 2011 but that car never made it to our shores. This fifth iteration also comes as a five-door hatch overseas, and it’s the most popular model globally, but here we’ll only get the sedan.
And it really is new from the ground up. This model rides on a completely redesigned platform, stretched and tweaked in strategic places to increase cabin and boot space, and comprising loads of high-tensile steel to make it more structurally rigid. The suspension’s also been revised for improved comfort and handling compared to the previous model, and it’s indeed a decent rider that coped with Joburg’s nasty road surfaces nicely.
I was also impressed with how silent the interior was over rough roads, and build quality shows a marked improvement over Subarus of old. Some of the extra effort put into this new chassis, as well as some better choices in cabin materials and the way they’re assembled, have certainly paid off.
The new Impreza’s strong on the standard fare front too. Leather seats, sunroof, cruise control, keyless ignition, rain-sensing wipers, navigation, seven airbags, blind spot monitors, parking sensors and much more is included in the deal. Also standard is a 20.3cm central touchscreen and a second colour display at the dashboard’s top for climate, trip data and multimedia readouts. It’s all Apple Carplay and Android Auto compatible, so messages, music and maps from your phone can be integrated into the car’s systems easily.
Styling is, well ... generic, to be kind. It’s also hard not to notice how the 17” wheel and tyre combo struggles to fill the huge arches. Funny that the Impreza actually rides quite low. Our test car dragged its belly on the ramps of our office parkade - a noteworthy mention because even some supercars manage to clear the same breakovers without scraping.
This won’t be a problem for buyers who park in normal lots, but it’s a peculiar issue considering the Impreza’s one big selling point, namely that all three derivatives (base and range-topping 2.0i-S ES versions land in October) come with all-wheel drive as standard.
So if you’re the type who makes regular trips down uneven gravel roads, you’ll need watch out for floor scrapage on particularly unkempt surfaces. The higher-riding XV, which shares its underpinnings with the Impreza, is a better proposition for weekend-warrior families.
That said, Subaru’s all-wheel drive system is a nice inclusion. The value of this extra traction in a passenger car is debatable in our market, where it doesn’t snow, but the extra grip in rainy conditions can be reassuring. At R399 000 this 2.0i-S model is in fact the most affordable AWD sedan on sale (there are cheaper SUVs and crossovers), and the upcoming base model will be even cheaper.
Despite the Impreza’s famed rally history, a high-performing rally car this is not. The 2-litre boxer-four under the hood makes only 115kW and 196Nm, and while these outputs are reasonably strong compared to smaller naturally-aspirated units in similar-sized Corollas, Jettas, Elantras and Civics, a bit more oomph would be welcome.
It’s also quite thirsty, and after a week-long test the trip computer showed a disappointing 10.8 litres per 100km. We did mostly drive in urban traffic so this figure could improve with some highway use.
Sadly Subaru’s still clutching to the CVT auto gearbox we’ve moaned about in past models, and the monotonous engine note it makes when pushed hard compounds the lack of firepower. Forget about the so-called seven “gears” accessed by the steering paddle shifters. They’re really just programmed steps, which do little more than break up the steady exhaust drone with segmented ratio presets. A manual isn’t available.
VERDICT
The new Impreza carves a nice little niche for itself as the only all-wheel drive sedan in the sub-400k Corolla-class. It’s extremely well equipped, well made and easy to drive. Just avoid any Petter Solberg impersonations because this wheezy engine and gearbox combination struggles with anything more than normal traffic pace.
The price includes a 5-year/150 000km warranty and 3-year/75 000km maintenance plan.
FACTS
Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S
Engine: 2-litre, 4-cyl, petrol
Gearbox: CVT
Power: 115kW @ 6000rpm
Torque: 196Nm @ 4200rpm
0-100km/h (claimed): 9.8 seconds
Top speed (claimed): 208km/h
Price: R399 000
Warranty: 5-year/150 000km
Service plan: 3-year/75 000km
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/road-tests/tested-new-impreza-pins-its-ambitions-on-awd-10970531
FiestaST
Honorary Master
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Subaru Impreza launched as all-wheel drive Ford Focus rival
New hatchback comes with a choice of two boxer engines; it uses Subaru’s new underpinnings
Subaru has pulled the covers off its all-new Impreza at the Frankfurt motor show with bold promises for high safety and good handling.
Built on Subaru’s latest underpinnings and using all-wheel drive as standard, the fifth-generation Impreza serves as a left field C-segment alternative to the likes of the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra.
The new car is 10mm lower, 35mm wider and has a 25mm longer wheelbase than its predecessor, enabling cabin and boot space to grow for improved practicality. The boot can swallow 1280 litres of luggage with the rear seats down, which is 10 litres better than the old car and 70 better than the Astra can offer.
Following the new XV, the Impreza will be the second model to use Subaru’s new Global Platform that is claimed to vastly improve handling and refinement. Subaru said it has set the car up to be “firm, but comfortable”, promising quicker responses and higher quality damping.
The new structure has also enabled a 40% improvement in collision energy absorption, something the brand says vastly improves crash safety. This physical improvement combines with Subaru’s Eyesight system, which uses cameras to enable automatic pre-collision control of the brakes and throttle, lane keep assist and rear incident alerts, actively preventing or reducing an impact.
Just two engines are offered with the new Impreza, both of which are four-cylinder boxer petrol units. The first is the 1.6-litre unit that was used as the sole offering in the previous Impreza, with an identical 112bhp and 111lb ft. But the car has now gained the option of a direct injection 2.0-litre unit with 154bhp and 145lb ft.
Both engines send drive through a CVT gearbox, marking the first time such a transmission has been used in an all-wheel drive application. The so-called Lineartronic ‘box has been engineered with a damper to help smooth out power delivery and reduce the rev surge some CVTs cause. It’s said to improve fuel efficiency, although no economy figures have been revealed at this stage.
The new Impreza will go on sale later this year at a price that’s expected to stay relatively close to the £18,995 of the outgoing car. If the price remains similar, it’ll allow the new Impreza to undercut the £19,635 Focus, but it won’t be low enough to beat the Astra and its £16,535 opener.
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/...eza-launched-all-wheel-drive-ford-focus-rival
New hatchback comes with a choice of two boxer engines; it uses Subaru’s new underpinnings
Subaru has pulled the covers off its all-new Impreza at the Frankfurt motor show with bold promises for high safety and good handling.
Built on Subaru’s latest underpinnings and using all-wheel drive as standard, the fifth-generation Impreza serves as a left field C-segment alternative to the likes of the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra.
The new car is 10mm lower, 35mm wider and has a 25mm longer wheelbase than its predecessor, enabling cabin and boot space to grow for improved practicality. The boot can swallow 1280 litres of luggage with the rear seats down, which is 10 litres better than the old car and 70 better than the Astra can offer.
Following the new XV, the Impreza will be the second model to use Subaru’s new Global Platform that is claimed to vastly improve handling and refinement. Subaru said it has set the car up to be “firm, but comfortable”, promising quicker responses and higher quality damping.
The new structure has also enabled a 40% improvement in collision energy absorption, something the brand says vastly improves crash safety. This physical improvement combines with Subaru’s Eyesight system, which uses cameras to enable automatic pre-collision control of the brakes and throttle, lane keep assist and rear incident alerts, actively preventing or reducing an impact.
Just two engines are offered with the new Impreza, both of which are four-cylinder boxer petrol units. The first is the 1.6-litre unit that was used as the sole offering in the previous Impreza, with an identical 112bhp and 111lb ft. But the car has now gained the option of a direct injection 2.0-litre unit with 154bhp and 145lb ft.
Both engines send drive through a CVT gearbox, marking the first time such a transmission has been used in an all-wheel drive application. The so-called Lineartronic ‘box has been engineered with a damper to help smooth out power delivery and reduce the rev surge some CVTs cause. It’s said to improve fuel efficiency, although no economy figures have been revealed at this stage.
The new Impreza will go on sale later this year at a price that’s expected to stay relatively close to the £18,995 of the outgoing car. If the price remains similar, it’ll allow the new Impreza to undercut the £19,635 Focus, but it won’t be low enough to beat the Astra and its £16,535 opener.
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/...eza-launched-all-wheel-drive-ford-focus-rival
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Subaru Impreza [EU]
New from the ground up, the all-new Subaru Impreza hatch made its European Debut at the 2017 Frankfurt International Motor Show. Safety performance has been at the forefront of development with Subaru's new Global Platform and EyeSight, Subaru's driver assistance system, fitted as standard in the UK.
Impreza is a compact hatchback and follows Subaru's unique formula of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive paired to a Boxer engine. This is the fifth generation of the Impreza model, and the hatchback has found a place in the market for people who need go anywhere capability and the reassurance of permanent All-Wheel Drive, but don't want an SUV sized vehicle.
Heavily revised engines and Lineartronic gearbox are fitted to the Global Platform and ensure Impreza is the most capable C-segment hatchback Subaru has produced. The stiffer chassis, more responsive handling and acceleration ensure a significantly improved driver experience with improved collision avoidance, whilst still retaining Subaru's renowned off-road capability.
Subaru Impreza Design
Subaru's design philosophy for Impreza is DYNAMIC x SOLID - a dynamic urban influenced design contrasted against a fit-for-purpose aesthetic, form backing function in a well-designed package with nothing extra added.
Exterior Design
The design philosophy has been diffused into a Sporty & Advanced package. The design is a tougher, more dynamic iteration of Impreza with the Subaru hexagonal grille and hawk-eye headlight family face. Built on the proportions of outgoing Impreza, but with sharper lines focused towards the rear of the vehicle.
Functional elements are also included to ensure Impreza is fit for purpose, such as a raked back windscreen and lower roofline at the rear to increase aerodynamic performance.
Subaru Impreza will be available in a choice of five colours:
Crystal White Pearl
Venetian Red Pearl
Ice Silver Metallic
Dark Blue Pearl
Dark Grey Metallic
Interior Design
The All-New Subaru Impreza's interior has been designed to make sure the driver is free to focus on the road ahead and enjoy driving the car.
The Interior design philosophy has been translated into a Bold & Refined theme. The dash profile is heavily sculptured and is a continuous piece, whilst the seats have been designed to feel substantial and make the driver feel secure.
The quality of soft touch plastics and finishes have been improved across the interior, without losing the functionality and hard-wearing features that Subaru customers love.
Multimedia
The all-new Impreza is fitted with an 8-inch touchscreen is fitted, and the system is equipped with Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto™ integration and DAB radio.
A new combination meter is also included, which provides additional detail to the driver, such as the status of EyeSight. A Multi-Function Display sits on top of the dash and this provides at-a-glance information on key vehicle systems.
Packaging
All-New Subaru Impreza has been re-packaged for improved interior comfort and versatility. The car is 10mm lower, 35mm wider and has a 25mm longer wheelbase.
The cabin is wider by 29mm at the front and 34mm at the rear and has 26mm more rear seat leg room. Maximum luggage capacity has also increased by 10 litres by having a 100mm wider boot opening and the depth of the boot is also longer by 41mm.
Subaru Global Platform
The Subaru Global Platform (SGP) was developed as part of the "six initiatives to enhance the Subaru brand" proposal included in the mid-term management plan, Prominence 2020, which was announced in 2014.
The platform is the fundamental technology for all next-generation Subaru models going forwards in conjunction with Boxer engines, Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and EyeSight. Subaru Impreza is the second model to be launched on the new platform, following XV's debut at Geneva earlier in the year.
https://www.netcarshow.com/subaru/2018-impreza_eu-version/
New from the ground up, the all-new Subaru Impreza hatch made its European Debut at the 2017 Frankfurt International Motor Show. Safety performance has been at the forefront of development with Subaru's new Global Platform and EyeSight, Subaru's driver assistance system, fitted as standard in the UK.
Impreza is a compact hatchback and follows Subaru's unique formula of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive paired to a Boxer engine. This is the fifth generation of the Impreza model, and the hatchback has found a place in the market for people who need go anywhere capability and the reassurance of permanent All-Wheel Drive, but don't want an SUV sized vehicle.
Heavily revised engines and Lineartronic gearbox are fitted to the Global Platform and ensure Impreza is the most capable C-segment hatchback Subaru has produced. The stiffer chassis, more responsive handling and acceleration ensure a significantly improved driver experience with improved collision avoidance, whilst still retaining Subaru's renowned off-road capability.
Subaru Impreza Design
Subaru's design philosophy for Impreza is DYNAMIC x SOLID - a dynamic urban influenced design contrasted against a fit-for-purpose aesthetic, form backing function in a well-designed package with nothing extra added.
Exterior Design
The design philosophy has been diffused into a Sporty & Advanced package. The design is a tougher, more dynamic iteration of Impreza with the Subaru hexagonal grille and hawk-eye headlight family face. Built on the proportions of outgoing Impreza, but with sharper lines focused towards the rear of the vehicle.
Functional elements are also included to ensure Impreza is fit for purpose, such as a raked back windscreen and lower roofline at the rear to increase aerodynamic performance.
Subaru Impreza will be available in a choice of five colours:
Crystal White Pearl
Venetian Red Pearl
Ice Silver Metallic
Dark Blue Pearl
Dark Grey Metallic
Interior Design
The All-New Subaru Impreza's interior has been designed to make sure the driver is free to focus on the road ahead and enjoy driving the car.
The Interior design philosophy has been translated into a Bold & Refined theme. The dash profile is heavily sculptured and is a continuous piece, whilst the seats have been designed to feel substantial and make the driver feel secure.
The quality of soft touch plastics and finishes have been improved across the interior, without losing the functionality and hard-wearing features that Subaru customers love.
Multimedia
The all-new Impreza is fitted with an 8-inch touchscreen is fitted, and the system is equipped with Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto™ integration and DAB radio.
A new combination meter is also included, which provides additional detail to the driver, such as the status of EyeSight. A Multi-Function Display sits on top of the dash and this provides at-a-glance information on key vehicle systems.
Packaging
All-New Subaru Impreza has been re-packaged for improved interior comfort and versatility. The car is 10mm lower, 35mm wider and has a 25mm longer wheelbase.
The cabin is wider by 29mm at the front and 34mm at the rear and has 26mm more rear seat leg room. Maximum luggage capacity has also increased by 10 litres by having a 100mm wider boot opening and the depth of the boot is also longer by 41mm.
Subaru Global Platform
The Subaru Global Platform (SGP) was developed as part of the "six initiatives to enhance the Subaru brand" proposal included in the mid-term management plan, Prominence 2020, which was announced in 2014.
The platform is the fundamental technology for all next-generation Subaru models going forwards in conjunction with Boxer engines, Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and EyeSight. Subaru Impreza is the second model to be launched on the new platform, following XV's debut at Geneva earlier in the year.
https://www.netcarshow.com/subaru/2018-impreza_eu-version/
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Subaru debuts new Impreza Hatch at Frankfurt
Subaru's new product rollout shows significant momentum; the Japanese brand unveiled an all-new Impreza hatchback at the Frankfurt Show.
In the last few years, we've seen a resurgence in Subaru products as the brand tries to grow its product offering. The latest generation of Subaru products, such as the XV, Impreza sedan and new Levorg all feature updated safety tech and modern connectivity and entertainment systems, something previous generations lacked.
The new Impreza hatch features symmetrical all-wheel-drive, updated engines with CVT gearboxes and Eyesight safety technology.
Engines
Two new engines will be introduced, still using Subaru's Boxer - flat-four - technology. The engines are naturally aspirated with the 1.6-litre developing 84 kW and 150 Nm and the 2.0-litre pushing out 115 kW and 196 Nm of torque. The CVT transmission has been lightened by 7.8 kg for the Impreza hatch and Subaru says this improves both acceleration and fuel efficiency.
Chassis
The new Impreza hatch runs on Subaru's global platform that was first introduced on the new XV. All future AWD and boxer engined Subaru's will also make use of this platform. The Impreza hatch also features Eyesight technology that comes with a raft of radar-based safety tech including:
Pre-Collision Braking
Pre-Collision Throttle Management
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Departure & Sway Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Lead Vehicle Start Alert
The Subaru hatch is expected to go on sale in Europe before year end.
http://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/subaru-debuts-new-impreza-hatch-at-frankfurt/43950/
Subaru's new product rollout shows significant momentum; the Japanese brand unveiled an all-new Impreza hatchback at the Frankfurt Show.
In the last few years, we've seen a resurgence in Subaru products as the brand tries to grow its product offering. The latest generation of Subaru products, such as the XV, Impreza sedan and new Levorg all feature updated safety tech and modern connectivity and entertainment systems, something previous generations lacked.
The new Impreza hatch features symmetrical all-wheel-drive, updated engines with CVT gearboxes and Eyesight safety technology.
Engines
Two new engines will be introduced, still using Subaru's Boxer - flat-four - technology. The engines are naturally aspirated with the 1.6-litre developing 84 kW and 150 Nm and the 2.0-litre pushing out 115 kW and 196 Nm of torque. The CVT transmission has been lightened by 7.8 kg for the Impreza hatch and Subaru says this improves both acceleration and fuel efficiency.
Chassis
The new Impreza hatch runs on Subaru's global platform that was first introduced on the new XV. All future AWD and boxer engined Subaru's will also make use of this platform. The Impreza hatch also features Eyesight technology that comes with a raft of radar-based safety tech including:
Pre-Collision Braking
Pre-Collision Throttle Management
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Departure & Sway Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Lead Vehicle Start Alert
The Subaru hatch is expected to go on sale in Europe before year end.
http://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/subaru-debuts-new-impreza-hatch-at-frankfurt/43950/
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Subaru SA reveals pricing for full Impreza range…
Subaru SA has released pricing for the rest of its Impreza range.
Back in June, CARmag.co.za revealed launch details of the new Subaru Impreza, although pricing for only the mid-spec derivative (read a full test of this model in our October 2017 issue) was available at the time. Now, the local arm of the Japanese automaker has confirmed pricing for the two other variants in the range.
So, in addition to the R399 000 2,0i-S Lineartronic CVT derivative, the South African line-up now includes the entry-level 2.0i Lineartronic CVT, priced at R369 000, and the range-topping 2.0i-S ES Lineartronic CVT, which will set you back R425 000.
The base model is easily identifiable thanks to its black exterior door handles, 16-inch alloys (the other two variants run on 17-inch wheels) and lack of chunky side-sills. This derivative also does without LED headlamps and leather upholstery, and features a more basic infotainment system than its two siblings.
The mid-spec 2,0i-S and flagship 2.0i-S ES, meanwhile, both boast chrome exterior door handles, a sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, a dual-zone function for the air-conditioning system, heated (leather-upholstered) front seats, alloy pedals, a larger touchscreen (8,0-inch plays the base model’s 6,2-inch), satellite navigation, active torque vectoring, a reversing camera, high-beam assist, blind-spot monitoring and a rear traffic alert system.
The range-topping 2.0i-S ES furthermore gains Subaru’s full EyeSight driver assistance package (which includes adaptive cruise control, among many other features) as well as an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat and a rear automatic braking system.
All three variants employ the Shibuya-based automaker’s 2,0-litre, four-cylinder, horizontally opposed petrol engine mated to a continuously variable transmission, sending 115 kW at 6 000 r/min and 196 N.m at 4 200 r/min to all four wheels.
A three-year/75 000 km warranty and three-year/75 000 km service plan (with intervals of 15 000 km) comes standard.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/subaru-sa-reveals-pricing-for-full-impreza-range/
Subaru SA has released pricing for the rest of its Impreza range.
Back in June, CARmag.co.za revealed launch details of the new Subaru Impreza, although pricing for only the mid-spec derivative (read a full test of this model in our October 2017 issue) was available at the time. Now, the local arm of the Japanese automaker has confirmed pricing for the two other variants in the range.
So, in addition to the R399 000 2,0i-S Lineartronic CVT derivative, the South African line-up now includes the entry-level 2.0i Lineartronic CVT, priced at R369 000, and the range-topping 2.0i-S ES Lineartronic CVT, which will set you back R425 000.
The base model is easily identifiable thanks to its black exterior door handles, 16-inch alloys (the other two variants run on 17-inch wheels) and lack of chunky side-sills. This derivative also does without LED headlamps and leather upholstery, and features a more basic infotainment system than its two siblings.
The mid-spec 2,0i-S and flagship 2.0i-S ES, meanwhile, both boast chrome exterior door handles, a sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, a dual-zone function for the air-conditioning system, heated (leather-upholstered) front seats, alloy pedals, a larger touchscreen (8,0-inch plays the base model’s 6,2-inch), satellite navigation, active torque vectoring, a reversing camera, high-beam assist, blind-spot monitoring and a rear traffic alert system.
The range-topping 2.0i-S ES furthermore gains Subaru’s full EyeSight driver assistance package (which includes adaptive cruise control, among many other features) as well as an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat and a rear automatic braking system.
All three variants employ the Shibuya-based automaker’s 2,0-litre, four-cylinder, horizontally opposed petrol engine mated to a continuously variable transmission, sending 115 kW at 6 000 r/min and 196 N.m at 4 200 r/min to all four wheels.
A three-year/75 000 km warranty and three-year/75 000 km service plan (with intervals of 15 000 km) comes standard.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/subaru-sa-reveals-pricing-for-full-impreza-range/
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Subaru Impreza 2.0 Lineartronic CVT (2017) Review
Subaru Impreza Price in South Africa (November 2017)
The Subaru Impreza is sold with a 5-year/150 000 km warranty and 3-year/75 000 km maintenance plan. As of November 2017, it costs R 399 000.
Verdict
Whichever way you look at it – and setting aside the anti-sedan-pro-hatchback market trend for the moment – the Impreza 2.0 Lineartronic is an impressive family car. It combines willing performance with comfort, refinement and solid build quality. One of our testers bluntly described the Subaru as "an all-wheel-drive luxury Toyota Corolla" and after the rest of the team's initial shock passed, we found some merit in that statement. Yes, this derivative isn't cheap, but owners will revel in the car's solid engineering, backed by good spec and a maintenance plan. At this price, however, there's a dangerous sedan rival in the shape of Hyundai's Elantra Sport, which offers notably more power and a similar level of kit for the same money.
We don't think Subaru South Africa is too concerned about sales volumes of the Impreza, however, at least not in the long term. Given how the market favours SUV-like family cars and crossovers, such as the venerable Forester and the new XV (which is a very accomplished product and deserving #CarsAwards finalist), the Japanese importer's focus will be mostly on its "off-road offerings". That is, of course, until the next generation WRX and WRX STI come along, which will please the petrolhead fanatics of the brand.
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/subaru-impreza-20-lineartronic-cvt-2017-review/44208/
Subaru Impreza Price in South Africa (November 2017)
The Subaru Impreza is sold with a 5-year/150 000 km warranty and 3-year/75 000 km maintenance plan. As of November 2017, it costs R 399 000.
Verdict
Whichever way you look at it – and setting aside the anti-sedan-pro-hatchback market trend for the moment – the Impreza 2.0 Lineartronic is an impressive family car. It combines willing performance with comfort, refinement and solid build quality. One of our testers bluntly described the Subaru as "an all-wheel-drive luxury Toyota Corolla" and after the rest of the team's initial shock passed, we found some merit in that statement. Yes, this derivative isn't cheap, but owners will revel in the car's solid engineering, backed by good spec and a maintenance plan. At this price, however, there's a dangerous sedan rival in the shape of Hyundai's Elantra Sport, which offers notably more power and a similar level of kit for the same money.
We don't think Subaru South Africa is too concerned about sales volumes of the Impreza, however, at least not in the long term. Given how the market favours SUV-like family cars and crossovers, such as the venerable Forester and the new XV (which is a very accomplished product and deserving #CarsAwards finalist), the Japanese importer's focus will be mostly on its "off-road offerings". That is, of course, until the next generation WRX and WRX STI come along, which will please the petrolhead fanatics of the brand.
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/subaru-impreza-20-lineartronic-cvt-2017-review/44208/
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Subaru Impreza 2018 review
Should I buy one?
If you’re reading this review dressed in an oil-stained Colin McRae rally t-shirt having just serviced your fourth-generation Impreza on your farm, you’ll probably still be interested in this new model. It’s better to drive than the old one, has a nicer interior and comes with a hefty slug of equipment. It will also still go further off-road than its rivals and has a typically robust feel, and we expect it to be reliable, too.
Outside hardcore Subaru loyalist circles, though, there isn’t a great deal to entice new buyers aside from the off-road appeal. We don’t know what finance offers will be available yet, but high CO2 emissions mean it won’t be tempting for company car buyers, and its list price puts it in a very heady bracket; it’s the same money, even, as the petrol Skoda Octavia vRS and Golf 1.5 TSI.
The new Impreza is definitely better than its predecessor, but the goalposts in the class keep moving. An improved engine and gearbox offering is needed to make sure the Impreza isn’t left behind.
Subaru Impreza 2.0i SE Lineartronic
Where Mallorca, Spain On sale Now Price £24,995 Engine 4cyl, 1995cc, petrol Power 154bhp at 6000rpm Torque 145lb ft at 4000rpm Gearbox CVT Kerbweight 1379kg Top speed 127mph 0-62mph 9.8sec Fuel economy 42.8mpg CO2 rating 152g/km Rivals Volkswagen Golf; Skoda Octavia
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/subaru/impreza/first-drives/subaru-impreza-2018-review
Should I buy one?
If you’re reading this review dressed in an oil-stained Colin McRae rally t-shirt having just serviced your fourth-generation Impreza on your farm, you’ll probably still be interested in this new model. It’s better to drive than the old one, has a nicer interior and comes with a hefty slug of equipment. It will also still go further off-road than its rivals and has a typically robust feel, and we expect it to be reliable, too.
Outside hardcore Subaru loyalist circles, though, there isn’t a great deal to entice new buyers aside from the off-road appeal. We don’t know what finance offers will be available yet, but high CO2 emissions mean it won’t be tempting for company car buyers, and its list price puts it in a very heady bracket; it’s the same money, even, as the petrol Skoda Octavia vRS and Golf 1.5 TSI.
The new Impreza is definitely better than its predecessor, but the goalposts in the class keep moving. An improved engine and gearbox offering is needed to make sure the Impreza isn’t left behind.
Subaru Impreza 2.0i SE Lineartronic
Where Mallorca, Spain On sale Now Price £24,995 Engine 4cyl, 1995cc, petrol Power 154bhp at 6000rpm Torque 145lb ft at 4000rpm Gearbox CVT Kerbweight 1379kg Top speed 127mph 0-62mph 9.8sec Fuel economy 42.8mpg CO2 rating 152g/km Rivals Volkswagen Golf; Skoda Octavia
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/subaru/impreza/first-drives/subaru-impreza-2018-review
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SA’s 11 Worst-Selling Cars (Under R500k) Of Jan 2018
The monthly Naamsa stats generally make for rather interesting reading. But, naturally, we tend to focus on the best-performing vehicles in terms of sales.
Indeed, we’ve already reported the 10 best-selling passenger cars of January 2018, as well as listed the 10 best-selling bakkies in our market for the same period.
But now we’ve decided to take a look at the worst-selling passenger car models on our shores. Thankfully, Hyundai and Kia have started reporting their individual model sales figures, which certainly helps to paint a more accurate monthly picture. But, of course, some other automakers (such as Mercedes-Benz and BMW) still disclose only aggregate sales statistics.
Also, take note that – in order to make this list more relevant – we’ve excluded vehicle ranges that start at more than R500 000. Otherwise, this table would be dominated by luxury manufacturers such as Bentley, Ferrari and Maserati, whose high-priced vehicles traditionally sell in tiny numbers.
We also don’t count sales from run-out stock of vehicles that have been discontinued locally, such as the Volkswagen Beetle (4).
So, what happened during the month of January? Well, just a single example of the Toyota Prius was registered, while Mahindra managed to sell two units of its Xylo and Tata three of its Indica. The Alfa Romeo Giulietta could muster just four sales, a figure matched by the Subaru Forester, Subaru Impreza and Suzuki Grand Vitara.
The Abarth 595 range managed five units, while Renault Kadjar sales plummeted to eight units, to see the French crossover enter this list for the first time. The Fiat 500X was one short of hitting two figures, while the Kia registered 10 examples of its Sorento.
For reference, see December’s list here.
SA’s 11 worst-selling passenger cars (under R500k) of January 2018:
Toyota Prius – 1
Mahindra Xylo – 2
Tata Indica – 3
Alfa Romeo Giulietta – 4
Subaru Forester – 4
Subaru Impreza – 4
Suzuki Grand Vitara – 4
Abarth 595 – 5
Renault Kadjar – 8
Fiat 500X – 9
Kia Sorento – 10
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/sas-11-worst-selling-cars-under-r500k-of-jan-2018/
The monthly Naamsa stats generally make for rather interesting reading. But, naturally, we tend to focus on the best-performing vehicles in terms of sales.
Indeed, we’ve already reported the 10 best-selling passenger cars of January 2018, as well as listed the 10 best-selling bakkies in our market for the same period.
But now we’ve decided to take a look at the worst-selling passenger car models on our shores. Thankfully, Hyundai and Kia have started reporting their individual model sales figures, which certainly helps to paint a more accurate monthly picture. But, of course, some other automakers (such as Mercedes-Benz and BMW) still disclose only aggregate sales statistics.
Also, take note that – in order to make this list more relevant – we’ve excluded vehicle ranges that start at more than R500 000. Otherwise, this table would be dominated by luxury manufacturers such as Bentley, Ferrari and Maserati, whose high-priced vehicles traditionally sell in tiny numbers.
We also don’t count sales from run-out stock of vehicles that have been discontinued locally, such as the Volkswagen Beetle (4).
So, what happened during the month of January? Well, just a single example of the Toyota Prius was registered, while Mahindra managed to sell two units of its Xylo and Tata three of its Indica. The Alfa Romeo Giulietta could muster just four sales, a figure matched by the Subaru Forester, Subaru Impreza and Suzuki Grand Vitara.
The Abarth 595 range managed five units, while Renault Kadjar sales plummeted to eight units, to see the French crossover enter this list for the first time. The Fiat 500X was one short of hitting two figures, while the Kia registered 10 examples of its Sorento.
For reference, see December’s list here.
SA’s 11 worst-selling passenger cars (under R500k) of January 2018:
Toyota Prius – 1
Mahindra Xylo – 2
Tata Indica – 3
Alfa Romeo Giulietta – 4
Subaru Forester – 4
Subaru Impreza – 4
Suzuki Grand Vitara – 4
Abarth 595 – 5
Renault Kadjar – 8
Fiat 500X – 9
Kia Sorento – 10
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/sas-11-worst-selling-cars-under-r500k-of-jan-2018/
