Overview & Reviews

The regular 2012 Subaru Impreza has been completely redesigned. Highlights include a more fuel-efficient engine, updated styling and a roomier and higher-quality interior. Last year's high-performance WRX and STI variants carry over unchanged. The Outback Sport has been discontinued.

• Disappointing cabin quality of WRX and STI
• STI lacks the dynamic edge of rivals
• Substandard sound systems.

User Reviews:

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  2012 Impreza Sport - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By dead_duck - October 27 - 8:05 pm

  Good car. This is my first NEW CAR so I was looking for it to be perfect. There are a few things that you can not get a feel for when you test drive or search online. Like the fact that being a taller person, it takes a bit of a drive to realize your comfort level would be better with 3 more inches of track on the seat. Also, MPG are NEVER as advertised.

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  Overall good car but issues with tires, oil light - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By thebeann - July 24 - 9:45 am

  I bought a 2012 Subaru Impreza sport (wagon) new. Loved the cargo room (I have 2 60-lb dogs) and nice, smooth ride. Gas mileage is decent, I travel VA to MI every month and it helps. However, right from the get-go I had issues with one of the Yokahama tires. TPS kept coming on and pressure was definitely going down. Dealer said "tire issue, cant help" while tire place said "dealer issue." Finally had to replace all 4 at 10,000 miles. The other issue is oil level light coming on (started at around 30,000 miles). Known issue with this make/model on excessive oil issue (google it, there is a lawsuit). Overall I am 75% satisfied but the other 25% make for disappointment.

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  "WOW" Move over Honda, Nissan and Toyota - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By lexcsls - June 28 - 10:49 am

  First of all , its "ALL WHEEL DRIVE" a no brainer for winter driving as well as wet weather handeling (it rains just about everywhere) The build quality is top notch and Ive owned Nissans, Honda and many Toyotas. Whe you drive you feel safe. The car feels lke its heaver than it looks and it handels like a dream. Sure it could use just a little bit more powert but its perfect for you average driver. Gas mileage is outstanding and the car rides smooth and quiet. Its a value being all wheel drive, its economical and well built and you see and feel the quality all around. Buy it and see for yourself and belive me you wont be dissapointed. Test drive it and youll be impressed

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  Excellent value, wish there were more luxury and safety options - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By gtp3 - June 9 - 1:36 pm

  Overall Im happy with this car and its an excellent value. Its fun to drive, has plenty of space for a small car, and is very practical. But there is also significant room for improvement; I wish there was a way to pay more to get more but Subaru doesnt offer any higher options. When I was shopping for a new car I wanted a small, efficient hatchback, wagon, or SUV with RWD or AWD (Im sick of FWD cars). Audi A3 and Nissan Juke dont have enough driver head room. Toyota Matrix is totally outdated and just lame. Mini Countryman is unreliable and ugly. So that left the Impreza as the only remaining option. (I would have preferred a BMW 1-series hatchback but theyre not sold in USA.)

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  I love my Impreza!!!!! - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By ryanlongacre - March 13 - 11:59 pm

  For years Ive been driving Toyotas. When it came time for me to buy a new car though, I wanted something different. I found the different in a brand new 2012 Subaru Impreza Premium. So far, it is AMAZING!!!! Ive never been excited about a car, but this Im pinching myself going, "Hey, this really is your car....this isnt a dream." I realize that Im still in the honeymoon phase, but I do plan to update this review in time to point out any problems or issues Ive come across.

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  2012 Impreza 2.0i Premium CVT - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By hardcheck2704 - January 15 - 2:45 pm

  I have had the vehicle for 4 months and love the gas mileage. It is way above the rated 27 city / 36 highway. i am averaging 34.8 city and 45.4 highway. The back seat is roomier than the 2008 outback we have. Really enjoy the iPod hook-up, no need for CDs anymore, I have all music, Pod cast and books at my fingertips. The only really negative I could find for the short time I have had the vehicle, is the truck space.

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  Oil consumption problem - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By gailbk - January 8 - 7:56 am

  I am experiencing a significant problem with my Subaru Impreza 2012 with excessive use of oil and the oil light going on. I understand from the service people that this is caused by "blowback" past the cylinders, causing excessive oil use, inconvenience to owners, and an inflated cost of ownership (synthetic oil is $8/qt.) Subaru insists this is normal but when I traded in my Lexus at 257,000 miles with never an additional drop of oil between oil changes, I certainly didnt expect to trade it in for an oil guzzler like the Subaru Impreza. Subaru will do nothing and insists this is normal - - at least for them! Any ideas how to pressure Subaru? It was fixed for the 2014 model.

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  Great AWD, some annoying weaknesses - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By hughk4 - January 7 - 1:44 pm

  Bought this because I needed AWD, but didnt want a truck or an SUV. When conditions make AWD necessary, I love this car. Other times I like it a lot, but there are several things that keep me from loving it. See my suggested improvements for these comments. If you need AWD, this car has very few competitors in its price range. Of the 4 cars I own, when weather is bad, everyone wants to drive the Impreza.

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  New WRX Was Worth the Wait - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By 2012wrxguy - November 30 - 11:25 am

  I just picked up my 2012 WRX premium 4 door sedan last week. So far, the car exceeds my expectations. Ive wanted a WRX since they came out in 2002, and this one was worth the wait. The updates and body style changes in 2011 are outstanding. My car is dark grey metallic color with black cloth interior and gunmetal grey wheels. The car looks aggressive, tough, and almost sinister. Parked next to a 2012 Impreza (non WRX), the Impreza looks as exciting as a rocking chair.

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  Big Improvement - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By bng77 - October 14 - 9:13 pm

  This car is light years ahead of the previous generation Impreza. It looks better, has a much nicer interior, has more room for both passengers and cargo, and handles much better. The 2nd generation CVT is much smoother and more efficient than the old 4 speed automatic transmission it replaces. I just drove it about 60 miles in a snow storm, and even with the lower resistance tires Subaru has switched to, it handled great. I have been averaging 31 MPG in mixed driving which is right where the EPA says it should be. I was able to coax 35 MPG out of my last tank of gas by driving the car more like you would a Prius i.e., easing up on the gas pedal while cruising letting the CVT do its thing.