Overview & Reviews
After a full redesign last year, the 2013 Subaru Impreza now comes standard with Bluetooth, iPod connectivity, an auxiliary audio jack and steering wheel controls. A rearview camera is now included with the navigation system.
- Standard all-wheel drive
- Spacious interior
- Compliant ride quality.
- Secure handling
- Lackluster acceleration
- Substandard sound systems.
- Tiresome CVT and engine noise
User Reviews:
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my first subie! - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By kabukigirl83 - September 11 - 7:48 amits hard for me to tell at this point the reliability since ive only had it for a couple days but so far so great! i was contemplating between the new vw beetle and golf, both test driven but when it came down to it, i went with the impreza and im so happy i did. although the interior is not as aesthetic and lacks some of the bells and whistles that vw has, i still was able to get everything i wanted and more, such as heated seats, leather, moon roof, bluetooth, upgraded sound system (crazy good for coming from the factory, not stock), etc. i feel like for what i paid, i got the best bang for my buck. i feel like subarus reputation for reliability and safety was really what got me.
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Great New England Car for the Money - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By hre1718 - December 28 - 8:21 pmTraded up from a POS 98 Explorer. Overall, I am pleased with the car. AWD provides great grip. Ive yet to hear a tire squeal. Speaking of which, these stock tires are awful. Tons of noise. CVT takes some getting used to. I dont like the delays between drive and reverse. Get the upgraded speakers, worth it. I do wish there were more storage places & hidden cubbies. Sound insulation isnt great, but this isnt a luxury vehicle. Decent MPG if you treat it right. Getting around 34, 70% hwy. The MPG gauge is a little optimistic by a few MPGs. Bluetooth kind of sucks, but its fine for calls. AWD, MPG, visibility and good dynamics makes me a happy owner. Great car for the money.
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Great car, worst Bluetooth possible - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By dylismith1 - December 3 - 9:09 pmI consider Bluetooth a safety feature. This Bluetooth does not synchronize with the phones contact list. You need to manually enter each contact. For each, you need to manually enter the phone number by scrolling a thumb wheel for each number, and then you say the name. When I said "Larry" it told me I had to have 2 syllables. When I said "Drywall John" it said it was too similar to "Larry Cell"! You cannot input the name, so for a list of phone numbers, you get numbers but no associated names. It would not recognize my wifes voice since it only knew my voice. When we renamed contacts using my wifes voice, it would no longer recognize my voice. This system is an embarrassment to Subaru.
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Solid machine - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By 7hegreat1 - January 11 - 1:55 amI bought a 2013 impreza 5spd since I cant afford a wrx or sti and while it lacks power I cant complain. Its a solid car, avg mpg I have had as low as 14.1 and as high as 35.6 according to digital read out. I tend to drive it like its a fully built sti wot and wrap out every gear...... On my way to work. Its great in the snow, turn traction control off and you feel like Tanner Faust. Its well ballanced and the pedals feel pretty good. (distance wise for heel toe in the snow clutch feels a little soft compared to the stage 2 and 3 clutches im used to) but its not a sports car. I love the fact my oil filter is on top of the motor for easy access and u dont have to remove any splash guards
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Impreza Hatchback Imprezzive - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By trimmer1 - December 25 - 10:25 pmMy first Subaru, picked up a few weeks ago after laborous research, test drives, and deliberations. Could not be happier with my purchase. No car is absolutely perfect, but this car meet every one of my criteria at or beyond expectations. It is comfortable, practical, fun to drive, and as versatile as any car I have owned. I use it as a city car and it takes pot holes like a champ, manuevers perfectly, feel safe and comfortable, and squeezes into those tough spots a full size just cant. I love my Subaru and the Impreza wont win any contests on looks alone, but is really the most practical and well rounded car I can find.
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This car will surprize you - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By stetson87 - September 1 - 11:31 pmThis is my first Subaru ive ever owned. Ive been a Mazda fan for years due to its "zoom-zoom" factor, I test drove the Impreza and walked away ecstatic. I bought the 5speed manual over the CVT because I love to shift gears. The CVT gets better gas mileage. The AWD system gives you grip right off the line, no waiting for power to build. I rarely feel the need to redline just to merge onto the highway, just a blip of the throttle, downshift and your off. This isnt a WRX and shouldnt be treated as such. The interior is pretty simple but very nice materials. Its very spacious and four 6ft adults fit nicely in my sedan.
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Good little machine - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By califchick - August 17 - 8:33 amI traded in my VW Jetta sedan a month ago for the Impreza hatchback. As the salesperson informed me during the "Im still looking" phase, people buy Subarus for the "waist down" performance, as they lack many of the luxuries that other car makers add as perks. Having said that, the leather is good quality, the car handles very well (cant wait to get it in the snow!), and its got a decent backseat and storage for the daily haul. Bluetooth and USB are decent, but stereo very generic. Controls are simple. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is interesting...takes some getting used to. One month in, and Im a happy customer!
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Mostly a Great Car - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By zentec - October 16 - 3:52 amI have moved from a Honda Civic to the 2013 Impreza. Car drives much better than the Civic, about the same gas mileage with a lot less road noise. Seats are better than the Civic, most of the interior is on par or better.
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Recent Purchase - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By johnnybb - February 15 - 8:03 pmVery stylish car. Had a 2009 model for three years and the 2013 is nicely improved. Very easy handling around corners. Nice, tight turning radius. Gets impressive gas mileage for an all-wheel drive vehicle. Brakes feel solid and sure. Ride is not too stiff, not too soft -- just right. Is the best deal out there for a vehicle with all-wheel drive with a good set of features at a reasonable price. Overall -- very satisfied. I would rate excellent in all categories, but this is not a luxury vehicle. A 4 in this class of vehicle is a very good rating.
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Pretty sure Ill never drive another brand again. - 2013 Subaru Impreza
By dpf85 - November 18 - 6:15 amIm a 28 yr old male, combat arms in the Army, who is really into what I call "adventure time." So I wanted something that looked nice, got decent mpg, and could take me where ever I wanted to go. Enter my 2013 Impreza Sport Limited. A treat to myself with my money from the Stan. My ol lady likes to tease me and say it is a station wagon, but meh, I LOVE it. My only two gripes: with the A/C on, it accelerates like a granny on a scooter; and even after almost 11,000 miles Im still getting only 26 mpg mixed driving. I by no means drive like an old person, but I dont have a lead foot either... so Im a little disappointed in that. Other than that, Im a fan for life.
