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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MPG ? - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By fracker - November 16 - 7:04 amOn 2nd tank ,I got 32.2 mpg on a 230 mile trip. My old Honda Civic gets 37+ on the exact same trip and was originally rated at 36 mpg highway like the Impreza. I have no options on my hatcback as I read the weight of the total cruise control package decreases mpg by 22+miles per tank(over 1 mpg). Am puzzled by the cars loss of speed going down hills. I have to gas it to maintain speed where my other vehicles can coast,saving fuel. Strange. Car is good in snow. to get accurate mpg readings it is important to completely fill the tank each time.It takes awhile to get all the air out of this cars tank.
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Horrible gas mileage!! - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By unhappy_imprez - October 28 - 11:40 pmI bought the 2012 Impreza hatchback in January 2012. Ive had the car for 4 months now, drivin it 4000 miles, and has not gotten ANYWHERE near the bosted gas mileage they said. The only reason I bought this vehicle was becuase they stated that gas mileage was suppose to get 27-30 city and 35-40 highway. In all reality...it gets 18-22 city and 27-30 highway. So, if anyone is going to buy this for the advertised mileage, dont do it!! I also dont like the fact that the heated seats dont stay on. It turns on and off periodically.
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Great car for the money - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By sanirudh - March 20 - 7:27 amI have driven the Impreza for about 800+ miles now. I find that the car handles well and keeps me on the road where many other cars would falter. The car is tremendously versatile with regards to its cargo space, with the roof rails and the foldable rear seats.
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A great car, for the most part - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By nkrish - October 26 - 10:29 amWhen I initially got the car, it was winter and I did get some not-so-impressive mileage ratings which made me think I had made a bad decision, since mpg was one of the biggest factors for buying this vehicle. But it got better in a few months after getting it - either because the engine was broken in, or because it is summer now. I am happier now than I was then. Some minor issues prevent me from giving it an awesome rating.
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Two Year Review - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By i4collin - May 13 - 10:27 pmGoing on year two of ownership of a 2012 Impreza Premium Sedan. Here is the good; Its a very fun to drive car, and will put a smile on your face every time you drive it on a back road. The AWD is a lifesaver in the snow and works wonderfully. The interior controls are laid out nicely, and very easy to use. Now for the not so good; The car lacks overall refinement. In the cold the engine is noisy, and there is always a delay when selecting gear with the CVT. The car is very smooth at speed, and the ride is comfortable. The eco-tires it comes with lack grip and love to slide around. After only 20,000 miles the interior is FULL of rattles, and the sound system is awful.
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Enjoying my Impreza Sport - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By jd_24 - October 21 - 8:29 pm15 Monthes and 23,000 miles of ownership and no issues. MPG has slowly increased to now over 37mpg on highway trips. Cold weather and short trips do greatly reduce MPG. Have used it for 300+ mile trips wth 2 adults and 3 kids. Back seat is roomy and comfortable for 3 despite the small size.
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Great AWD Hatchback! - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By macj123 - September 20 - 10:15 pmThis is a great all-wheel drive hatchback! I would recommend it to anyone who has to drive in the snow, this is built for snow, cold and ice. I have a manual and my winter driving conditions are very harsh so my MPG is not that great. Still better than SUVs so Im not complaining. Engine has started beautifully in many days below 0, even in the -20s! Great cargo space, roof rails roof rails are nice.
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Major Things Great, Some Minor Things Not, OUTRAGEOUS SOUND SYSTEM RESTRICTIONS - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By rickrobin - January 10 - 5:59 amA very different kind of car to drive, esp with the CVT. But once you get used to it, you can make it do whatever you want, with your foot, or the shifter paddles on the steering wheel. There are some ergonomics and tire/wind/vent noise problems, though. And-ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE-YOU CANNOT USE THE TONE CONTROLS WHEN THE CAR IS MOVING, nor turn on/off HD radio, nor use speed dial presets. When did Subaru replace the legislatures in this country? Meanwhile, the poorly placed front cup holders are far more dangerous. Subarus answer to that? Manual pg. 6-6: Dont use them when the car is moving! Inconsistent, self-serving, outrageous.
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3rd times a charm - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By boostmonkey - August 9 - 9:52 amThis is my 3rd WRX after a 04 WRX & a 06 WRX STI. Its a great mix of comfort & performance. The STI rode like a gokart, but was lightning quick. The new WRX rides much better but still has that turbo power.
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Beware of 2012 Impreza 2.0i (Base) CVT - 2012 Subaru Impreza
By tpyne377 - April 3 - 11:59 pmPLEASE BE AWARE -- The CVT Automatic transmission in the Impreza 2.0i base model is NOT the same as that available in the rest of the line. It does NOT have the up/down shift function on the steering wheel. Even though it lists this version of the transmission as "CVT Auto Transmission with Manual Shift" on the order form and on the window sticker -- there is nothing "manual" about it. DO NOT BE FOOLED INTO ORDERING THIS LIKE I DID. (No 2012 Imprezas were available for test driving at the time.) There is still nothing that notes this in ANY of Subarus online website nor in any independent review that I can find.
