Used 2013 Subaru Impreza for sale 

The 2013 Subaru Impreza comes in three different trims. They are the 2.0i, 2.0i Premium, and 2.0i Limited. The base trim or the 2.0i starts at a sticker price of $17,895 and includes features like air-conditioning, cloth upholstery, height-adjustable driver’s seat, keyless entry, and many more. The top-end trim or 2.0i Limited features leather upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel, automatic climate control, automatic headlights, and a few more.

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Considering the price point of view and the features on offer, it can be said that the base trim or 2.0i is a stellar deal. We would recommend you to go for this trim as it has all the necessary features for your daily driving needs. Features like a 4-speaker sound system, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, height adjustable driver’s seat, and more are part of the base trim. 

The 2013 Subaru Impreza Sedan comes with a 2.0 Flat 4 engine churning out 148 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. Gear shifting duties have to be done manually using the 5-speed manual shifter gear knob present on it.

Power from the engine goes via the gearbox to the All-Wheel Drive layout of the car. The engine has enough power for daily commuting, however, it feels sluggish in nature in case of sudden acceleration or climbing uphill.

Undoubtedly, the Buick Verano comes with the most powerful engine delivering 180 horsepower. The Kia Forte lands the second, followed by the Subaru Impreza and the Chevrolet Cruze. However, it is the Chevrolet Cruze and the Buick Verano that jointly defeat the rivals in the battle of top speed.

The 2013 Subaru Impreza delivers a fuel economy of 25 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg in combined driving conditions. The 2.0 Liter Flat 4 engine is quite efficient in delivering great mileage. The Kia Forte and the Chevrolet Cruze deliver similar efficiency figures, though the Chevrolet Cruze is better on the economy by a slight margin.

In terms of fuel tank capacity, the Chevrolet Cruze and the Buick Verano land first for having the exact same segment-leading tank capacity of 15.6 gallons. The Subaru Impreza holds the second position, followed by the Kia Forte. Owing to their higher tank capacity, they(Chevrolet & Buick) make their way to the top of the list for delivering a better overall range than their rivals. 

As common with compact cars, the rear row of seats lacks space. But here the Subaru Impreza is an exception as it can happily seat 5 passengers in total. The rear seats do not lack space.

In fact, both the rows of seats have ample space for comfortable seating and even tall passengers would not face any difficulty. 

Outward visibility from the Subaru Impreza is very good especially from the front seats. The car’s dash is beautifully maintained and has a simple and clean design with a mix of both hard and soft materials. In terms of cargo space, the Subaru Impreza is not that impressive. The Chevrolet Cruze takes the sweet spot for having the largest cargo capacity in the segment. Major interior features include-

• Power door locks
• Intermittent wipers
• Adjustable steering wheel
• Steering wheel controls
• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Automatic climate control

Infotainment

Infotainment needs of the Subaru Impreza are handled by a 6.1-inch LCD touchscreen system. The infotainment system also includes features like a navigation system and Bluetooth connectivity. It also has iPod connectivity, satellite radio, and a rear-view camera to name a few. We have found the Impreza’s sound system to be pretty subpar, so for audiophiles, it might be a bit disappointing.

While the touchscreen system is now better, the presence of small and fussy icons inside the touchscreen can prove to be quite distracting during driving. Some of the important infotainment features of the Subaru Impreza are:

• 6.1-inch LCD Touchscreen
• Navigation System
• Satellite Radio
• iPod connectivity
• Bluetooth connectivity
• USB-port

The 2013 Subaru Impreza rolls on 15-inch steel wheels in case of the base version. Moving to the Premium trim, you will get 16-inch alloy wheels as standard.

Heated mirrors are absent in the base version and make their presence from the Premium trim. There are also standard roof rails on the top-end trim, while the Premium and its higher trims can equip it with a sunroof which comes as an optional package.

The 2013 Subaru Impreza Sedan is relatively light on weight having a curb weight of just 2,911 lbs. The Buick Verano is the heaviest in the segment, followed by the Chevrolet Cruze. The Kia Forte ranks the lowest in this segment. As the data for the ground clearance is not available for both the Buick and the Chevrolet, so the Kia Forte can be considered the highest. Some of the exterior features include:

• 16-inch alloy wheels
• Sunroof(optional)
• Heated outside mirrors
• Wheel locks(optional)
• Rear spoiler(optional)

The 2013 Subaru Impreza has performed very well in the crash-safety test and the results are also worth considering. It has a pretty good safety rating. The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety(IIHS) has awarded it a ‘Top Safety Pick’ and the car has also received the highest rating of ‘Good’ in four major tests. Even in the case of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA), the Subaru Impreza managed to get a perfect 5-star rating. Major safety features responsible for making this car a safe haven are-

• Anti-lock braking system
• Brake Assist
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Stability Control
• Traction control

The 2013 Subaru Impreza can be said to be a decent sedan in this category. Though the engine is not powerful and lacks acceleration abilities, it is perfect for a daily commute. In addition to that, it has a good fuel economy too. Talking about the interior, it is designed simply and holds a spacious cabin and a good amount of space in the rear seats too. The section where it lacks is the sound system where it is pretty awful. Other than that, the sedan is worth considering in the segment.