In the world of compact cars, the 2023 Subaru Impreza offers all the safety, technology, and economy of its rivals but goes a step further with standard all-wheel drive (AWD) and an available 5-speed manual transmission. Subaru offers the Impreza in both sedan and 5-door wagon form, the latter giving it all the room and versatility of a small SUV.
What makes the Impreza all the more impressive is that, despite the standard AWD layout, its price and fuel economy remain on par with rivals like the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and Hyundai Elantra. Only the Mazda3 parallels the Impreza by offering the option of AWD, a manual transmission in some models, and sedan and hatchback body styles.
The Impreza also holds exceptional resale value, offers Subaru’s most advanced driver-assist systems, and passes its crash tests with flying colors. The only downside to the Impreza is its rather anemic engine, a 2.0-liter boxer 4-cylinder good for a mere 152 horsepower.
2023 Subaru Impreza sedan (starting at $19,795)
The least expensive 2023 Subaru Impreza is the base model. It comes with a 5-speed manual transmission and does not include the EyeSight suite of active safety features. However, adding the $1,300 continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) gets you EyeSight, a high-grade combination 4.2-inch color display, individual tire pressure monitors, and a rear-seat reminder, so you don’t leave kids or pets in the car.
The EyeSight suite includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and lead vehicle start alert, which lets the driver know when the car ahead begins to pull away.
Despite its base car designation, the Impreza comes nicely equipped. Standard equipment includes 16-inch steel wheels with full covers, power mirrors, variable front wipers, crossbar mounting points, and auto-off halogen headlights. Remote keyless entry with a physical key comes standard, but if you’re looking for a proximity fob and push-button start, you’ll have to move up to the next trim level.
The base Impreza includes comfortable cloth upholstery, a manually height-adjustable driver’s seat, and a 60/40-split-folding rear seat. Cabin amenities include manual air conditioning, auto-up/down front power windows, and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio, Bluetooth, and cruise control buttons.
When equipped with the 5-speed manual, the Impreza has a standard cruise control system. When equipped with the CVT, the system upgrades to adaptive cruise control.
The Impreza audio system features a 6.5-inch color touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, an AM/FM radio, and four speakers. One USB input port and one auxiliary input jack allow for hooking up external sources, as does Bluetooth streaming. When the driver puts the car in reverse, the screen serves as a monitor for the backup camera.
The only factory option for the base Impreza is the CVT/EyeSight package and an electronic trunk lid release, although Subaru provides numerous dealer accessories.
With the $1,020 destination fee, the 2023 Subaru Impreza sedan with the 5-speed manual transmission costs $20,815. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $374. See 2023 Subaru Impreza models for sale
2023 Subaru Impreza includes:
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – Allows smartphone integration with the Starlink system, granting access to apps, music, navigation, and messages.
- Air conditioning – This manual system is simple but effective, keeping the cabin cool via a control panel with rotary dials.
- Tilt/telescoping steering wheel – Adjusts up, down, forward, and backward, helping drivers of all sizes find the perfect fit.
- Available EyeSight – Subaru’s extensive driver-assist suite comes standard when ordering the CVT. It includes automatic emergency braking, lane centering, and adaptive cruise control.
2023 Subaru Impreza 5-door (starting at $20,295)
The 2023 Subaru Impreza 5-door wagon features the same standard and optional equipment as the sedan, except the rear hatch’s intermittent wiper/washer.
Add $1,300 for the CVT and EyeSight.
With the $1,020 destination fee, the 2023 Subaru Impreza 5-door with the 5-speed manual transmission costs $21,315. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $383. See 2023 Subaru Impreza 5-door models for sale
2023 Subaru Impreza Premium sedan
(starting at $23,195)
For the budget-minded, the Premium trim is the most logical choice. It comes standard with an upgraded CVT featuring paddle shifters that can select seven distinct steps. The Impreza Premium also has the EyeSight suite of driver assists and safety systems.
Building off the base Impreza, the Premium adds 16-inch alloy wheels, auto-on/off headlights linked to windshield wiper operation, heated side mirrors, and windshield wiper de-icers. Also included are fog lights, welcome lighting, a sound-insulating windshield, and an electric trunk release.
On the performance front, the Premium gains Subaru’s SI-Drive engine performance management system and an upgraded suspension featuring Stablex dampers and a rear stabilizer bar.
The Premium’s interior gains automatic climate control, heated front seats, illuminated power window switches, and overhead console shower lighting.
On the audio front, the Premium brings two more speakers for a total of six and an upgraded Starlink 6.5-inch infotainment system with HD Radio, SiriusXM satellite radio, and a single-disc CD player.
Optional equipment includes a 6-way power driver’s seat, Keyless Access with push-button start (allows locking and unlocking the doors by simply touching the door handle), PIN code access, a power moonroof, a blind-spot monitor, and rear cross-traffic detection.
With the $1,020 destination fee, the 2023 Subaru Impreza Premium sedan costs $24,215. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $435. See 2023 Subaru Impreza Premium sedan models for sale
2023 Subaru Impreza Premium includes:
- All-Weather Package – Adds heated front seats, heated side mirrors, and windshield wiper de-icers.
- SI-Drive – Allows the driver to change the throttle mapping and shift points resulting in faster acceleration for passing or merging.
- Available power driver’s seat – Although it lacks power lumbar support, this 6-way power seat provides more ways to find a comfortable position.
- Available blind-spot monitor – Detects vehicles adjacent to the car and warns of danger when signaling a lane change.
2023 Subaru Impreza Premium 5-door
(starting at $23,695)
The 5-door version of the Impreza Premium, CVT only, includes all the standard and optional equipment from the Premium sedan, plus roof rails and a rear cargo cover.
With the $1,020 destination fee, the 2023 Subaru Impreza Premium 5-door costs $24,715. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $444. See 2023 Subaru Impreza Premium 5-door models for sale
2023 Subaru Impreza Sport sedan (starting at $24,595)
Despite its name, the Sport brings no additional power to the table. But it does get larger 18-inch alloy wheels and a sport suspension. It also includes Active Torque Vectoring that applies brake pressure to the inside front wheel, redirecting power to the outside wheel resulting in better handling and traction in sharp curves.
Body-colored rocker spoilers and a trunk lid spoiler in body color and Crystal Black Silica finish enhance the Sport’s appearance.
The Sport theme carries over to the cabin, with aluminum pedals, black and red sport cloth upholstery, simulated carbon-fiber trim, and red stitching applied to the dash panel, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and leather shift knob.
Additional standard equipment above the Premium trim includes Keyless Access with PIN code and an 8-inch Starlink multimedia infotainment system with voice-activated controls.
Optional equipment includes a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic detection, a 6-way power driver’s seat, a power moonroof, and a 432-watt 8-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.
With the $1,020 destination fee, the 2023 Subaru Impreza Sport sedan costs $25,615. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $460. See 2023 Subaru Impreza Sport sedan models for sale
2023 Subaru Impreza Sport includes:
- Active Torque Vectoring – Helps prevent the Impreza from pushing wide during aggressive cornering.
- Sport cloth upholstery – Handsome black bolsters with red and black woven inserts make a bold statement.
- 8-inch touchscreen – Upgrades the Starlink system with a larger screen, better graphics, and voice activation.
- Available Harman Kardon audio – Though it lacks a subwoofer, the Impreza’s Harman Kardon upgrade is still a must-have for audiophiles.
2023 Subaru Impreza Sport 5-door
(starting at $23,995)
The Sport 5-door begins life with a 5-speed manual transmission, an STI short-throw shifter, and a rear roof spoiler. Opting for the 5-speed brings more fun to the driving experience but deletes EyeSight and the sedan’s optional equipment, both of which can be restored by ordering the CVT, which is an extra $1,100.
With the $1,020 destination fee, the 2023 Subaru Impreza Sport 5-door with the 5-speed manual transmission costs $25,015. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $449. See 2023 Subaru Impreza Sport 5-door models for sale
2023 Subaru Impreza Limited 5-door
(starting at $27,395)
The 2023 Subaru Impreza Limited is offered only in a 5-door wagon configuration.
It builds off the Premium trim, adding a 6-way power driver’s seat, unique 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic climate control, and leather upholstery.
The Limited features a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic detection, reverse automatic braking, steering responsive LED headlights, automatic high-beam headlights, Keyless Access with push-button start and PIN code, plus LED fog lights.
Silver stitching adorns the steering wheel, seats, and dash, while the rear seat gets a folding center armrest with cupholders. A high-grade instrument cluster with a 4.2-inch color LCD is standard, but the Limited lacks rear air vents and USB ports, leaving rear-seat passengers a bit let down.
The Limited features the same top-line Starlink 8-inch multimedia system found in the Sport, which buyers can upgrade with navigation and the Harman Kardon audio system.
A power moonroof is the Limited’s only other option.
With the $1,020 destination fee, the 2023 Subaru Impreza Limited costs $28,415. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to approximately $511. See 2023 Subaru Impreza Limited 5-door models for sale
2023 Subaru Impreza Limited includes:
- Leather upholstery – Adds an elegant touch to the interior and is easier to clean than cloth.
- Steering responsive LED headlights – These not only provide superior light dispersion, but they turn in the direction of the steering wheel to illuminate dark curves before entering.
- Automatic high-beam headlights – Automatically dim when sensing oncoming traffic, then reactivate once the coast is clear.
- Available navigation – With TomTom maps and routing, the optional navigation upgrade uses satellites, not cell phone towers, to find your way in the most remote places.
