2017 Subaru Impreza (5th Generation)

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Considering a new Corolla 1.6 Prestige Auto costs over R320K, this is epic value. I didn't check Hyundai Elantras, Kia's, Honda Civic prices etc, but I bet it will beat those on every front as well except for maybe the small dealer network and resale. Why dont people buy more of these as it comes fully loaded and safe. PS: I'am a scooby fanboy

 

[TheChamp]

Considering a new Corolla 1.6 Prestige Auto costs over R320K, this is epic value. I didn't check Hyundai Elantras, Kia's, Honda Civic prices etc, but I bet it will beat those on every front as well except for maybe the small dealer network and resale. Why dont people buy more of these as it comes fully loaded and safe. PS: I'am a scooby fanboy

People don't buy things they know nothing about. Perceptions is everything, regardless of your product being of good quality and value for money.

 

[Mike Hoxbig]

People don't buy things they know nothing about. Perceptions is everything, regardless of your product being of good quality and value for money.

It's not just that. The dealer network is way too small.

I would have loved a scooby. But the thought of taking it to Bryanston or Edenvale for anything is a real ball-ache.

Especially when there are literally 10-15 manufacturer dealerships within 2km of home and within 10km of work. If something needs to be done on my car, it's just a small inconvenience compared to a big one...

 

[ubercal]

guess owning a scoob is like having a trophy wife.Beautiful but high maintaince , or you want ugly and boring .. your choice.:crylaugh:

 

[TheChamp]

It's not just that. The dealer network is way too small.

I would have loved a scooby. But the thought of taking it to Bryanston or Edenvale for anything is a real ball-ache.

Especially when there are literally 10-15 manufacturer dealerships within 2km of home and within 10km of work. If something needs to be done on my car, it's just a small inconvenience compared to a big one...

Yes, agree 100%. Are they really that poor to put a little bit more money as an investement to grow their brand? no dealer network, no advertising... nothing, they've been here for years.

 

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TechnoBok review

[video=youtube_share;Mk2ZZ0ooVrs]https://youtu.be/Mk2ZZ0ooVrs[/video]

 

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Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S ES Test Review - MotorMatters

[video=youtube;bKXdZPLufbw]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKXdZPLufbw[/video]

 

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Subaru Impreza 2.0i SE Lineartronic 2018 UK review

Should I buy one?

For all of its pros - think solid build quality, decent interior space, surefooted on-road demeanour and impressive safety rating – the Impreza is let down by nearly as many cons.

There’s the 2.0-litre engine, which not only lacks punch but is also thirsty and not particularly refined. At £25,560, the Impreza is expensive, too. Sure, you get heated seats, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, DAB radio and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, but for similar money you could have a Volkswagen Golf GT with comparable - if not superior - levels of equipment. At that price point, you’d also get the VW Group’s 1.5-litre, 128bhp Evo petrol engine with seven-speed DSG transmission. Not only is this powerplant smoother, more refined and - thanks to the presence of a turbocharger - more accessible, but it’s also much more economical. We recently tested a Golf estate with this very engine and saw close to 50mpg.

Then there’s the problem posed by depreciation. After 36 months of ownership and 36,000 miles, the Subaru is forecast to retain just 36% of its value. That’s a serious hit. By comparison, the Golf is expected to be worth 40% of its original £25,010 asking price over the same timeframe.

To be totally honest, then, you’d either really have to buy into Subaru’s safety and security spiel, or be a long-time patron of the brand to seriously consider the new Impreza. Without a more favourable engine and gearbox offering, we predict the Impreza will remain a fairly rare sight on British roads.

Subaru Impreza 2.0i SE Lineartronic

Where Surrey, UK; Price £25,010; On sale Now; Engine 4cyl, 1995cc, petrol; Power 154bhp at 6000rpm; Torque 143lb ft at 4000rpm; Gearbox CVT automatic; Kerb weight 1379kg; Top speed 127mph; 0-62mph 9.8sec; Fuel economy 42.8mpg (combined); CO2, tax band 152g/km, 51%; Rivals Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-revie...ru-impreza-20i-se-lineartronic-2018-uk-review

 

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Subaru Impreza e-Boxer hybrid: first details and passenger ride

Subaru adds petrol-electric hybrid powertrain to hatchback range as part of mild facelift

Subaru has revealed its new Impreza e-Boxer hybrid at an event in northern Finland.

The hatchback shares its petrol-electric powertrain with the recently launched XV e-Boxer and Forester e-Boxer SUV models. Its introduction is part of a minor facelift for the Impreza that also includes revised headlights and tail-lights (which now have a blanked-out panel in the centre) new bumpers and new ten-spoke alloy wheels.

The car’s safety systems have also been upgraded: along with the existing forward-facing Eyesight camera system, the Impreza now also gets a low-set front camera for peering out of busy junctions and automatic emergency braking when reversing.

As far as technical specifications are concerned, the powertrain is unchanged from the XV and Forester. It uses the same 148bhp (at 5600rpm) flat-four petrol engine and 12.3kW electric motor, sandwiched between the engine and Subaru's Lineartronic CVT.

Subaru Impreza e-Boxer hybrid: first details and passenger ride | Autocar

Subaru adds petrol-electric hybrid powertrain to hatchback range as part of mild facelift

www.autocar.co.uk

 

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2020 Subaru Impreza review & buyer's guide | Auto Expert John Cadogan

 

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CarTell.tv review of the 2021 Impreza

 

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TheStraightPipes review of the 2021 Impreza Sport Tech

 

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2017 Subaru WRX STI Review -JayEmm on Cars

 

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2024 Subaru Impreza Ditches the Manual and Goes Hatchback Only

It may not be exciting, but the new Impreza appears to show Subaru doing what it does best: affordable, sensible transportation.

The Subaru Impreza used to be a car that inspired wild loyalty among its owners. It looked cool, did things most compact cars couldn’t, and eventually spawned two hardcore performance models we know and love: the WRX and STI. Unfortunately, with the march of time, the Impreza became bland as other models moved in to take its place. Subaru hopes to change that with the 2024 Impreza that debuted on Thursday at the Los Angeles International Auto Show.

So what’s new for 2024? Well, to start, the Impreza is going hatchback only. If that’s a surprise to you, congratulations, you’re one of the handful who remembered that the 2023 model could be had with a trunk. Next, it’s got a stiffer chassis. Subaru claims a 10 percent increase in this department, though who knows if that will be enough to notice. However, the addition of a new steering rack derived from the WRX should be noticeable, and Subaru claims it will be more direct and responsive.

The other massive change is the return of the 2.5-liter engine displacement. Obviously, this is a new engine that has nothing in common with the old-school EJ motors that people know and love, and with 182 hp and 157 lb-ft on tap, this boxer-four is not going to light your hair on fire, but it should make the driving experience a little more pleasant. That 2.5-liter engine is standard on the top-tier RS trim, but the Base and Sport trims get a 2.0-liter that generates 152 hp and 145 lb-ft.

Next, the Impreza is doing away with the manual transmission. Instead, all Impreza models will get a CVT, which, while not thrilling on paper, should make for a more efficient ride, and with gas prices nearing $7 per gallon in some places in the US, efficiency is king. The Impreza is obviously still all-wheel drive, but Subaru has tweaked the system to react more quickly to changing road conditions, which is cool.

2024 Subaru Impreza Ditches The Manual And Goes Hatchback Only - Jalopnik

The Subaru Impreza used to be a car that inspired wild loyalty among its owners. It looked cool, did things most compact cars couldn’t, and eventually spawned two hardcore performance models we know and love: the WRX and STI. Unfortunately, with the march of time, the Impreza became bland as...

jalopnik.com

 

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Alex on Autos first look at the 2024 Impreza

 

[The Voice]

Back to the hatch design? Y tho?

 

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Redline Reviews first look at the 2024 Impreza

 

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Back to the hatch design? Y tho?

That's prob where Scooby thinks this segment of the market is currently headed (for US at least).

 

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Subaru Impreza

Subaru of America, Inc. revealed to the world the all-new 2024 Impreza at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show. The sixth-generation Impreza receives an all-new design, improved performance, enhanced safety features, and updated multimedia technology. Also new for 2024 is the RS trim featuring a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine, exclusive 18-inch wheels and unique exterior and interior elements.

The Impreza debuted 30 years ago at the 1992 Los Angeles Auto Show, offering customers a value-packed compact car with available Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. A pioneer in the compact car segment, Impreza was the only vehicle at the time to offer all-wheel drive. The Impreza also laid the foundation for the legendary Subaru WRX, the performance car with rally championships spanning four decades.

The 2024 Impreza lineup receives a sporty new look and comes standard with the latest generation of EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology. The SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Plus system is available for the first time on Impreza and comes equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android™ Auto. The system also offers on-screen controls for audio, climate, and vehicle features.

For 2024, Subaru has streamlined the Impreza model line to greater emphasize the vehicle's sportiness, versatility and capability. The Impreza is now available in Base, Sport and new RS trim levels. The compact car comes exclusively as a 5-door hatchback when it arrives in Subaru retailers in the US in spring 2023.

https://www.netcarshow.com/subaru/2024-impreza/