Yahoo Autos Redesigned 2017 Subaru Impreza Ticks Up $100, Keeps Five-Speed Manual
Despite the redesigned 2017 Subaru Impreza rolling on the brand’s completely new Global Platform and sporting a retooled (though familiar) design, the starting price for the all-wheel-drive mainstay is rising only $100. The new Impreza, which is powered by a revised version of the FB 2.0-liter boxer engine, starts at $19,215 for the sedan or $19,715 for the hatchback, including destination. That’s with the standard five-speed manual; for either body style, add $1000 for the continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Note, however, that the CVT will be the only version available at launch later this year; the manual arrives in 2017.
The naming structure for the trim levels has been slightly altered, with four models for sedans and hatchbacks: 2.0i, 2.0i Premium, 2.0i Sport (replacing the previous Sport Premium and Sport Limited), and 2.0i Limited. All use the same 152-hp engine, with the Premium and Limited versions getting the continuously variable automatic transmission only.
The base and Premium models models come with a 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability; power windows, locks, and mirrors; a split-folding rear seat; a backup camera; and automated braking when backing up. The Premium adds heated seats and mirrors, 16-inch aluminum wheels, a windshield-wiper de-icer, and roof rails on the hatchback. The Premium sedan is $22,015, while the hatch costs $500 more.
The Sport benefits from a retuned suspension, active torque vectoring, an 8.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system, and 18-inch wheels. It features a black interior with red accents, while black trim dresses up the exterior. The 2.0i Sport sedan can be had with the five-speed manual for $22,815 or $23,615 with the CVT. For the Sport hatch, those prices are $23,315 and $24,115.
The Impreza with the most accoutrements, the 2.0i Limited, tacks on about 25 percent of the cost of the base ride with a starting price of $24,915 (sedan) and $25,415 (hatchback). For the extra bucks, you get the CVT, LED headlights and daytime running lights, 17-inch aluminum wheels, more exterior chrome trim, automatic climate control, turn signals on the side mirrors, keyless entry, push-button start, a six-way power driver’s seat, and a leather-trimmed interior.
The most important option for the Impreza is EyeSight, a safety-focused group of features that includes adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking, and lane-departure warning. The cheapest option package with EyeSight also gives buyers blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and swiveling fog lights all for $1395.
As the launching point for Subaru’s scalable new Global Platform, the 2017 Impreza is an important model for the brand. At this point, though, we’re happy about what hasn’t changed (much): the pricing and the availability of a manual gearbox.
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