Used 2021 Subaru Impreza for sale 

The Subaru Impreza is available in a total of 4 trims; Base, Premium, Sport, Limited. The prices start at an MSRP of $18,795 and go all the way up to $25,895 for the top-spec 2021 Subaru Impreza Limited. So the 2021 model is just $100 more expensive than the 2020 Impreza.

From the Premium trim onwards, Subaru has added the SI-Drive feature. This alters engine performance by making the throttle response more immediate, but not at the cost of efficiency. You can control this feature via buttons mounted on the steering wheel.

If you opt for the 2021 Subaru Impreza Sport Hatchback, it adds crystal-black silica pieces to its rear spoiler. The hatchback is priced more expensively, but not only does it get all the features as the four-door, its 20.8 cu-ft trunk is also 8.5 cu-ft bigger in comparison.

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The Sport trim of the 2021 Subaru Impreza is its most value for money. It is priced less expensively than the EX-L trim of the Honda Civic and even the Corolla XLE. In exchange, the Impreza Sport standard AWD and more passenger volume. These make it an ideal ride for daily driving.

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"It's not all bad news. The brakes are firm and easy to control, meaning you can bring the car to a smooth stop with ease. The steering is quick and responsive without feeling unsettled, and it's sportier relative to the steering in most competitors." - Edmunds

The only choice of powertrain you get is a 2.0L Boxer-4 engine. It churns out 152 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque, all of which are sent to all the wheels of the 2021 Impreza. The choice of transmission is a CVT unit, but if you want a manual, only the base model gets a 5-speed stick-shift.

Among its closest rivals, the Civic stands on top with 158 hp but is not as torquey as the Impreza. So considering its less expensive price tag, the Subaru Impreza turns up as the most powerful. Third in line is the Hyundai Elantra with 142 hp, while the 139 hp four-cylinder engine of the Corolla pushes it to the last spot.

However, there is a lot of difference in the performance exhibited by these compact sedans. The Boxer-4 motor of the Impreza has to send power to all the wheels, which makes it feel underpowered. All other cars are FWD only, so they accelerate faster. With its 9.0 seconds run in the 0-60 mph sprint, the Subaru Impreza finishes last.

But the AWD setup of the Impreza allows it to handle all terrains, even snow and rain, with much much ease. The ride remains composed in corners and the steering wheel is precise. Even body roll is a lot less than what you will find in its rivals. The Impreza might not be the most exciting but it is definitely very engaging to drive.

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One of the biggest benefits of a Boxer engine is its frugal nature, and the Subaru Impreza is no different. It manages to return a combined mpg of 31, which translates to city/highway mpg estimates of 28/36 respectively. Now, this in comparison to all its rivals is also below average.

Both the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla have city/highway/combined fuel economy ratings of 30/38/33 respectively. The all-new 2021 Elantra is rated for an estimated 33 mpg in the city, 43 mpg on the highway, and 37 mpg combined.

But one must not forget that the Impreza manages to put up decent fuel economy numbers despite its AWD setup. it also has a large 13.2-gallon fuel tank, allowing it to offer just as much range as the Honda Civic. However, the most fuel-efficient is the 2021 Elantra offering 459 miles of combined driving range.

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"The Impreza's interior may be short on style, but it is tops in its design. Easy-to-read gauges, simple controls, and an intuitive climate-control system make the Impreza easy to operate." - Car And Driver

The Impreza’s interior resembles that of the Subaru Legacy. Its dashboard is dark grey and so is the center console, with the infotainment system sitting comfortably at the top. The comfortable and familiar golf club style shifter and handbrake take the remaining space in the center console.

In terms of space offered for passengers, the Subaru Impreza leads the charts. Not only is the 43.1 inches of legroom in the first-row the maximum, but the 36.5 inches of legroom at the back is also just 0.9 inches smaller than what the Honda Civic offers. 

This makes it the most spacious compact sedan. However, when it comes to storing cargo, the Impreza offers only a 12.3 cu-ft boot, which is the least in the segment. The Honda Civic with its 15.1 cu-ft boot is the most practical four-door of the segment. In terms of infotainment, the Impreza has 2 options. In the lower Base and Premium trims, you get a 6.5-inch screen.

Moving up to the Sport and Limited trims gets you an 8-inch screen that comes with Navigation. Its interface is easy and intuitive, and the graphics of the unit seems sharp and crisp for the eye. So getting used to it won’t be a hassle. There is also the option of a Harman Kardon sound system, which sounds superb.

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"Sedans have a more dowdy, unadventurous look, which may explain why they sell more slowly. The Impreza's a 6 here, with an extra point for the tapered roofline, pronounced wheel arches, and the wagon-like profile that graces the hatchback." - The Car Connection

Subaru has not experimented with any new design philosophy for the Impreza, unlike Hyundai which has given the Elantra a brand-new avatar for 2021. Upfront, the signature Subaru logo stands proud in a conventionally styled grilled with headlights swooping along the lines of the hood.

The low ride-height and tapered ends make the car look sportier and longer than it is. Then the subtle creases all along sides make up for a classy appearance. But we believe the best angle to view this compact four-door is from behind, with its rear spoiler.

The Subaru Impreza rides on 16-inch steel wheels as standard. But you have the option to upgrade to 18-inch alluminium-alloy wheels on top models. In comparison to its rivals, there's no doubt that the Impreza has started to look dated, especially considering how Honda has released the 2022 Civic Prototype with major refreshes.

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The NHTSA rates the Impreza with a score of 5 stars and the IIHS recommends a title of ‘Good’ for the Impreza. Subaru has put some industry-leading safety technology in this compact sedan which aids the drivers in a number of day to day driving situations.

Driver Safety aids like forward collision alert, lane departure warning, rear-cross traffic alert, and auto-emergency braking make it stand up against the likes of its competitors. Also, the improved chassis architecture dissipates the shock waves across the whole body away from the cabin in a crash.

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2021 Subaru Impreza Vs 2021 Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla is a conservative car we’d say. The car lacks emotions and is outdated in many ways. The interiors are not that great and so are the electronic nannies. The Impreza on the other hand looks handsome, performs brilliantly, and offers better bang for the buck.

2021 Subaru Impreza Vs Honda Civic

It’s hard to deem the Civic a bad car. Honda has managed to add all the right ingredients while making the Civic. The Civic overwhelms the Impreza in terms of performance, efficiency, and driving dynamics. All that said, the Civic lacks the rallying prowess that Subaru is famed for, and Impreza's standard AWD justifies just that.

The 2021 Subaru Impreza is an enjoyable family car. Its host of entertainment features and iconic Boxer engine paired with the Symmetrical AWD make the Impreza a complete bargain for a starting price of $18,795.

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