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The 2024 Subaru Impreza hatch is now available to pre-order in Australia ahead of its local arrival in December.
Snapshot
- 2024 Subaru Impreza: Full Australian details confirmed
- Familiar underpinnings, engine for hatch-only sixth-gen Impreza
- Prices up between $4200 and $5200; due in December
Now in its sixth-generation, the latest Impreza has carryover underpinnings and a familiar engine, and the sedan has been deleted globally for a hatch-only line-up.
As the base vehicle for the jacked-up Crosstrek small SUV launched here in May, the Impreza has an identical range with three variants: 2.0L, 2.0R and 2.0S.
Compared to the current Impreza hatch first launched in 2016, prices are up between $4200 and $5200 to start from $31,490 before on-road costs.
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However, Subaru claims the base Impreza 2.0L is “one of the highest specced entry models in the segment," with a significant increase in standard equipment including a full suite of active safety tech for the first time.
Inside, all variants have an Outback-matching 11.6-inch touchscreen with wireless phone charging and cable-free Apple CarPlay and Android Auto mirroring.
“For many customers, Impreza is their entry to the Subaru brand. Therefore, even with its price point, Impreza must deliver on the expectations of the Subaru brand,” said managing director Blair Read.
The Subaru Global Platform underpinning the new Impreza is 10 per cent stiffer with 3.4 times more structural adhesive for improved performance, handling and NVH. It has also fitted a version of the WRX's dual-pinion electric power steering rack.
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While there is no hybrid or Mazda 3 G25-rivalling 2.5-litre RS at launch, Subaru Australia said both powertrains could arrive in 2024.
At Subaru Australia's recent 50th Anniversary event, Blair Read told Wheels that the success of the turbocharged Outback XT developed specifically for our market had strengthened the case for future right-hand drive niche variants such as the 2.5-litre Impreza, which is currently left-hand drive only for North American consumption.
More than 170,000 Subaru Imprezas have been sold in Australia since the vehicle was introduced at the 1993 Melbourne Motor Show.
JUMP AHEAD
- 2024 Subaru Impreza pricing
- 2024 Subaru Impreza features
- Colours
- Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
- Safety
- Dimensions
- Warranty and servicing
- Availability
2024 Subaru Impreza pricing
Prices exclude on-road costs.
| Model | Pricing | Change (vs 2023 Impreza) |
|---|---|---|
| AWD 2.0L | $31,490 | up $4200 (2023 2.0i-L) |
| AWD 2.0R | $34,990 | up $4900 (2023 2.0i Premium) |
| AWD 2.0S | $37,990 | up $5200 (2023 2.0i-S) |
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2024 Subaru Impreza features
| 2024 Subaru Impreza 2.0L features | |
|---|---|
| All-wheel drive | LED headlights and rear combination lamps |
| 17-inch alloy wheels | Halogen daytime running lamps |
| 11.6-inch portrait infotainment system | Dual-zone climate control |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Paddle shifters |
| Tricot fabric upholstery | Power-folding side mirrors |
| 4.2-inch instrument cluster display | Tyre pressure monitoring |
| Six-speaker audio system | DAB+ digital radio |
| Driver monitoring camera | Driver personalisation system |
| Wireless phone charger | Front charge ports (1x USB-A, 1x USB-C) |
| Rear parking sensors | Keyless entry and push-button start. |
2024 Subaru Impreza 2.0R features
| In addition to 2.0L | |
|---|---|
| 18-inch alloy wheels | Front LED fog lights |
| Premium cloth upholstery | 360-degree camera system |
| Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support | Front and side view monitors |
| Heated front seats | Heated side mirrors |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Front wiper de-icer |
| Steering-responsive, self-levelling LED headlights | Auto-dimming rear-view mirror |
| Automatic high beam | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| LED daytime running lamps | Rear charge ports (1x USB-A, 1x USB-C) |
| Front cornering lamps | Alloy sports pedals. |
2024 Subaru Impreza 2.0S features
| In addition to 2.0R | |
|---|---|
| Leather-accented upholstery | Electric sunroof |
| 10-speaker Harman Kardon audio system | Built-in satellite navigation. |
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Colours
All colours are included in the Impreza’s price.
| Crystal white pearl | Ice silver |
| Magnetite grey | Crystal black |
| Pure red | Oasis blue (new). |
| Sapphire blue pearl |
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Note: Subaru Crosstrek shown
Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
The 2024 Subaru Impreza is powered by a carry-over 115kW/196Nm 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder boxer petrol engine.
It is matched with a continuously-variable automatic transmission (CVT), which has an expanded gear ratio to improve takeoff acceleration and a higher overdrive top gear.
Combined fuel consumption has risen by 0.9L/100km for the 2.0L and 2.0R, while the 2.0S is up 0.3L/100km.
Subaru Australia told Wheels it is considering a hybrid powertrain for the new Impreza, and the 136kW/241Nm 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated RS variant available in the United States.
| 2024 Subaru Impreza fuel economy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2.0-litre non-turbo petrol AWD | 7.5L/100km | 170g/km |
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Safety
The 2024 Subaru Impreza is yet to be tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
Nine airbags (dual front, side, curtain, far-side, and front passenger seat cushion) are fitted across the Impreza range, two more than before.
| 2024 Subaru Impreza active safety features | |
|---|---|
| Autonomous emergency braking (vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, junction, reverse) | Front cross-traffic alert |
| Lane-keep assist with centring function | Traffic sign recognition |
| Lane departure warning | Intelligent speed limiter |
| Lane change assist | Leading vehicle departure alert |
| Blind-spot alert | Adaptive cruise control. |
| Rear cross-traffic alert | |
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Dimensions
The latest Subaru Impreza is 4490mm long, 1780mm wide and 1480mm tall, with a 2670mm wheelbase. This is 15mm longer and 5mm wider than the outgoing Impreza, with an identical wheelbase.
2024 Subaru Impreza boot space
The 2024 Subaru Impreza hatch has a 291-litre boot capacity – identical to the Crosstrek – which rises to 883L with the second-row folded flat.
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Warranty and servicing
The Subaru Impreza is covered by the brand’s five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Maintenance is required every 12 months or 15,000 kilometres, whichever comes first – up from 12 months/12,500km. A five-year capped price servicing program is available.
| Service interval | Price |
|---|---|
| 12-month/15,000km | $346 |
| 24-month/30,000km | $473 |
| 36-month/45,000km | $421 |
| 48-month/60,000km | $772 |
| 60-month/75,000km | $361 |
Availability
The 2024 Subaru Impreza small hatch will arrive in Australia in December. It is now available to pre-order.
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