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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  Consumer Reports Nailed It - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By cherryfan - July 5 - 6:13 pm

  Have owned this car for two months now, just over 2,000 miles on it. Has the winter/alloy wheel/moonroof package. Test-drove the Impreza v. Ford Focus and Fiesta and Hyundai Elantra, and Impreza was favorite by far. Handles well overall, was most solid and reassuring, smoothest transmission (CVT v. others automatics is no contest), roomy comfortable interior. Edmunds doesnt like the styling, but I l do, and prefer it to the Focus (which I also own). Engine is plenty powerful and mpg is fine; on 270-mile trip from Denver to Avon, CO, over two mountain passes of at least 10,600 feet and at 70 mph most of the way, averaged 34.5 mpg. Seats are comfortable, visibility is top of class.

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  Two Year Review - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By i4collin - May 13 - 10:27 pm

  Going 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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  Just Delighted! - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By djhcwctr - April 6 - 6:31 am

  Just ooh delivery of my Impreza Sport Limited. Ive been a diehard stick-shift driver, but have found the CVT really zippy and fun to drive. I commute 50 miles in each direction, nearly all highway. Out of the box, Ive consistently been getting an average 37-38 MPG. Sometimes the average momentarily settles over 40! Inside finishes are great. My only complaint is that road noise is noticeable. Extremely happy with my purchase. SO glad I didnt get an prius!

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  Very happy owner !!!!! - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By 7887 - February 12 - 2:58 pm

  Ive only have had this car two weeks and so far its great.My first tank I drove 450 mi. mixed cuty/highway.That came out to 31.1 mpg huge diffrence from my 08 Buick at 17 mpg.

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  I love everything about it. - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By mqbruno - January 4 - 6:40 am

  I drove every small car and just couldnt decide until the 2012 redesigned Impreza finally came out. Its extremely comfortable, has plenty of pickup, and is just the right size. Of course the all wheel drive is a plus and on my first all highway trip got 40 mpg.

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  Enjoying my Impreza Sport - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By jd_24 - October 21 - 8:29 pm

  15 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 pm

  This 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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  2012 So Far So Good - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By bg18947 - July 16 - 5:32 am

  Ive had the Impreza for about 5 weeks now and I dont have any complaints (except for the cheap vinyl on the sun visors). For the price, it meets my expectations. This car replaces our older 00 Legacy GT Ltd. It is light and nimble. We also tested in comparison: Volvo S60 T6; Audi A4 Avant; Toyota Venza; Ford Edge SEL; Kia Optima, Sportage, Sorento. My wife decided to choose the car on a pre-order sight unseen as she is happy with her decision. We could easily afford more car, but she is very satisfied with the new Impreza.

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  Very Disappointed - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By greg1971 - May 21 - 5:34 am

  I purchased my car in February of 2012. Like a lot of other users I noted that my oil usage was terrible. On January 6, 2015 I was in a serious car accident in which I struck the rear end of a truck. My airbags did not deploy and the vehicle immediately caught fire after impact. I am very lucky to be alive, but cannot get any kind of straight answer from Subaru as to why the airbags failed and why a fire started, nor have they expressed any interest in examining the car further.

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  Major Things Great, Some Minor Things Not, OUTRAGEOUS SOUND SYSTEM RESTRICTIONS - 2012 Subaru Impreza
  By rickrobin - January 10 - 5:59 am

  A 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.