One driver took a double bass, a bass amplifier, a fiddle, microphone stands, two overhead-bin-size roll-ons, and assorted boots and hats to Nashville and back. Trunk volume volume: 340 litres 12 cu. I love the cvt trans especially using the paddle shifters without needing to pull the selector in the manual mode. Attention to smoothing air turbulence and a longer undertray also reduce air drag, which helps with that other issue: gas mileage. The center control panel bezel and steering-wheel spokes are a higher-quality gray material.
The Impreza handles magnificently, so glad I found this car! And Subaru is proud of the roof rack on the five-door, which accepts many standard roof carriers. Nice selection of vehicles at reasonable straightforward prices. I ended up with a 2. The sliding arm rest is slightly lower than I would like it to be, but the sun roof, fog lights and all weather mats that were included were great. It's simple, effective and if you keep the needle to the right, you're saving gas. I guess the paint Subaru uses isn't tree proof. Excellent car in almost every area.
I wrote to Subaru that I didnot think it should go out with that mileage or time 2 years since purchase. I have had to have the bumper repaired several times. It all felt very well put together, though. I've rated the reliability of the new car at 5 stars in the hope it will be just as good but time will tell. The hatchback body added a note of sportiness and utility.
The new Impreza interior does offer a useful variety of bins, trays, cubbies, and cup holders, along with a pair of 12-Volt power outlets and except on the 2. It has great outward visibility, commendable steering feedback, and a just-right suspension tune that nicely balances handling and ride. While there were some aspects of the other vehicles that may have a slight edge over the Impreza in terms of standard features, I found the handling to be superior to all of them, including the Focus and the Mazda 3. Curb weight: 1,350 kg 2,967 lb. We got a car with the defective stereo problem Subaru had.
With the subaru I can fold all the seats down and i have ample room for what i bring. Its continuously variable transmission helps fuel economy and includes six virtual shift points. This made the Impreza a well equipped car for the price. Cognizant of a Missing Cog Along with additional sound deadening, another forward cog would have helped. It took three trips to the dealer and several calls to Subaru to get it fixed. Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options The redesigned 2012 Subaru Impreza is available as a sedan or hatchback.
The 2012 Subaru Impreza undeniably has broader appeal than ever before, but there are still downsides associated with its standard all-wheel drive, not just in terms of price. Overall, the Impreza offers a sensible, no-nonsense cabin with few extraneous frills or electronic distractions. Love the quiet ride and smooth, solid feel. In its place is a smaller 2. The centre console has a handy clip-holder for a notebook and a pen. Last year's Outback Sport is discontinued, replaced by two range-topping 5-door wagon models: the 2. The 2012 Subaru Impreza sticks with its unique, compact boxer engine that's known for reliability and a low center of gravity that helps handling and safety.
The total volume is 52. The Premium trim level adds 16-inch alloy wheels and body-colored side mirrors. All-wheel-drive is, of course, standard. The Good Standard all-wheel drive helps the 2012 Subaru Impreza retain traction in slippery conditions. But the biggest game-changer for efficiency is the new 2. Around town it flicks neatly through corners, parks without fuss and sprints smartly off the line in the traffic light derby.
I would have preferred a new transmission instead of one that had already had a problem and had to be rebuilt. As is federally mandated for all 2012 models, the Impreza also has brakes and an. The All-Weather package adds heated mirrors, a windshield wiper de-icer and heated front seats. All new Imprezas hit dealerships in November. At the front, Subaru has returned to its traditional trapezoidal grille after recent flirtations with a variety of inconsistent grille shapes and styles.