2021 Subaru Impreza Sedan Sport
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- Photo: Subaru Impreza DBA-GT2, front perspective view by Raum 7597, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Subaru Impreza (GT7) 2.0i-L hatchback (2018-09-17) 01 by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Subaru Impreza hatchback rear 3.28.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Subaru IMPREZA SPORT 2.0i-S EyeSight (DBA-GT7) interior by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2021 Subaru Impreza Sedan Sport is a 152-hp 2.0-liter sedan with a lineartronic cvt and all-wheel drive. It starts at $23,595 MSRP and is rated at 30 mpg combined.
It makes 152 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 145 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 27 mpg city and 36 mpg highway (30 mpg combined).
The Impreza measures 182.1 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,142 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,595 |
| MSRP with Destination | $24,520 |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4-cylinder horizontally opposed SUBARU BOXER, naturally aspirated, aluminum block and heads |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, chain-driven, 4 valves/cylinder, Dual AVCS on intake and exhaust camshafts, tumble generator valves |
| Bore and Stroke | 84 x 90 |
| Injection Type | Direct fuel injection, electronic throttle control |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD — Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive standard on all models |
| Differential Type | Active AWD, electronically controlled variable transfer clutch; Active Torque Vectoring |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Lineartronic CVT with 7-speed manual shift mode and paddle shifters |
| 1st Gear | 3.44 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.059 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.449 |
| 4th Gear | 1.044 |
| 5th Gear | 0.805 |
| 6th Gear | 0.637 |
| 7th Gear | 0.532 |
| Reverse | 3.524 |
| Final Drive | 3.7 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 27 MPG |
| Highway | 36 MPG |
| Combined | 30 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular, 87 AKI |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson-type struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar; anti-dive geometry |
| Rear Suspension | Double wishbone with pillow ball-joint mount, coil springs, stabilizer bar; sport-tuned Stablex dampers |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Dual-piston |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.6-in. ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.8-in. solid |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 7.5 in. aluminum alloy, black with machine finish |
| Wheels Rear | 18 x 7.5 in. aluminum alloy, black with machine finish |
| Tires Front | 225/40R18 88V all-season |
| Tires Rear | 225/40R18 88V all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 182.1 in |
| Width | 70 in |
| Height | 57.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Front Track | 60.6 in |
| Rear Track | 60.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,142 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.2 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (9.5 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2021 Subaru Impreza SW AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Subaru IMPREZA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 30, 2021 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM Park it
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.
Consequence: A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21.
NHTSA campaign 21V675000
Jan 26, 2021 · POWER TRAIN:SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to loosen.
Consequence: A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable and the gear selector not functioning properly, increasing risk of crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, if necessary, tighten the nut, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-21.
NHTSA campaign 21V024000
14 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Subaru IMPREZA
Owner Complaints
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Subaru IMPREZA (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2021 SUBARU IMPREZA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.