2024 Subaru Impreza: Affordable Practicality, Sporty Package

The latest version of Subaru’s Impreza hatchback is a spirited daily driver

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00:00The 2024 Subaru Impreza enters its 6th generation and Subaru is giving this compact car a sportier

00:06focus. With a stiffer platform, updated all-wheel drive and a return of the RS model, the Impreza

00:13continues to deliver on what Subaru does best, affordable practicality with year-round capability.

00:20For 2024, Subaru dials up the sportiness with the RS trim. It replaces the old limited model and

00:26brings a more powerful 2.5-liter flat-four engine under the hood, producing 182 horsepower. But

00:33don't expect a full-on WRX. The RS is more about spirited daily driving than all-out performance.

00:39The Impreza's ride is smoother and quieter this model year, with improved handling thanks to a

00:44sport-tuned suspension and a WRX-inspired steering system. While it's fun on twisty roads,

00:50the handling can feel a bit oversprung on rougher surfaces. Inside, the RS trim gets sporty touches

00:56like red-accented cloth seats, gunmetal trim, and an 11.6-inch touchscreen, one of the largest in the

01:02segment. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Subaru's Starlink connected services come standard. Higher

01:08trims add conveniences like a wireless phone charger and Harman Kardon premium audio. Passenger

01:13space is a strong point in the Impreza and it still boasts an excellent IIHS ease-of-use rating

01:19for child seat anchors. While competitors like the Honda Civic offer more cargo space, the Impreza

01:24continues to prioritize passenger comfort. One of the Impreza's key advantages over rivals like the

01:29Toyota Corolla and Mazda3 is its standard all-wheel drive, which gives it added traction in wet or

01:35slippery conditions. But while the Impreza excels in confidence and safety, its base 2-liter engine

01:41with 152 horsepower leaves a lot to be desired for those looking for a quicker ride. Subaru has

01:47also made its EyeSight driver assistance suite standard across the lineup for 2024, featuring

01:52automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping assist. The system has

01:57been updated for a smoother, faster operation, adding to the Impreza's reputation for safety.

02:02With its blend of practicality, affordability, and sporty touches, the 2024 Subaru Impreza offers a

02:08compelling option for those who need all-wheel drive without sacrificing comfort. But if you're

02:12looking for more excitement behind the wheel, you might want to explore other options in the sporty

02:17compact segment.