The Subaru Impreza has fallen further for 2026, while prices for all small hatchbacks have been increased.
There is new standard equipment, however, with the surviving Impreza AWD 2.0L and AWD 2.0S variants featuring Subaru’s emergency stop system.
If the driver no longer reacts while driving, EDSS brings the vehicle to a “controlled stop and at the same time warns other road users” if the lane centering function is active.
A seat memory function is now standard on the AWD 2.0S.
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“After careful consideration, the MY26 Impreza range has been streamlined to two variants – AWD 2.0L and AWD 2.0S – focusing on the most preferred specifications and supporting increased availability,” a Subaru Australia spokesperson said, confirming the removal of the mid-range AWD 2.0R.
The AWD 2.0L is now $1,000 more expensive than before at $33,490 before on-road costs, while the AWD 2.0S is $2,000 more expensive than before at $40,990 before on-road costs.
Otherwise, no changes were made to the Impreza, aside from the introduction of a new exterior paint finish (Citron Yellow Pearl, priced at $660) and the removal of another paint finish (Oasis Blue).
The current sixth-generation Impreza was launched in late 2023 as a hatchback only, with the sedan body style phased out globally. The base price was $4,000 higher than its predecessor, albeit at the same time as more standard equipment was added.
And although the related Crosstrek small SUV is even more expensive, it sells significantly better than the Impreza.
Last year, Subaru shipped 1,618 Imprezas and 10,842 Crosstreks, with the former being one of the lowest-volume models in its segment.
Prices
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru Impreza AWD 2.0L | $33,490 (+$1,000) |
| 2026 Subaru Impreza AWD 2.0S | $40,990 (+$2,000) |
Drives and efficiency
The Impreza is offered here exclusively with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder boxer engine. A 2.5-liter boxer engine and a 2.0-liter electric boxer hybrid drive are offered abroad, but not here.
The small tailgate is equipped with MacPherson struts at the front and a double wishbone rear suspension.
| Specifications | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|
| Motor | 2.0 l boxer 4 cyl. with suction motor |
| Performance | 115 kW at 6000 rpm |
| Torque | 196 Nm at 4000 rpm |
| transmission | CVT |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Tare mass | 1416 kg (4-wheel drive 2.0 l) 1458kg (AWD 2.0S) |
| Fuel consumption (claimed) | 7.5L/100km |
| Fuel tank capacity | 50L |
| Fuel requirements | Regular unleaded gasoline with 91 octane |
| CO2 emissions | 170g/km |
Dimensions
The Impreza is only offered as a five-door hatchback.
| Dimensions | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|
| length | 4490mm |
| Width | 1780mm |
| Height | 1480mm |
| wheelbase | 2670mm |
| Loading capacity | 291L (rear seats folded up) 883L (rear seats folded down) |
| Minimum ground clearance | 130mm |
Maintenance and warranty
The Subaru Impreza comes with a five-year, unlimited mileage warranty and 12 months of roadside assistance.
Subaru offers five years or 75,000 km of top-priced service with the following prices:
| service | Price |
|---|---|
| 12 months/15,000 km | $354 |
| 24 months/30,000 km | $528 |
| 36 months/45,000 km | $425 |
| 48 months/60,000 km | $771 |
| 60 months/75,000 km | $364 |
You can also purchase three- and five-year prepaid plans.
Security
The Subaru Impreza has a five-star rating from independent safety agency ANCAP, based on tests conducted in 2024.
| category | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|
| Protection for adults | 83 percent |
| Passenger protection for children | 91 percent |
| Protection of vulnerable road users | 84 percent |
| Security assistant | 73 percent |
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Autonomous emergency braking (AEB) – forward and reverse
- Autonomous emergency steering
- Blind spot monitoring
- Driver monitoring system with distraction and drowsiness warning
- Emergency stop system (NEW)
- Track centering
- Lane keeping assistant
- Emergency lane departure warning
- Vehicle departure warning
- Braking before impact
- Rear cross traffic warning
- Rear view camera
- Rear parking sensors
- Traffic sign recognition
- Tire pressure monitoring
The AWD 2.0S also has a surround view camera.
Standard equipment
There are only two trim levels in the 2026 Impreza lineup.
The AWD 2.0L comes standard with the following equipment:
- Automatic LED headlights
- Halogen daytime running lights
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- 205/50R17 89V tires
- Space-saving spare part
- Automatic hold
- Electronic parking brake
- Rear privacy glass
- Windshield wipers with rain sensors
- Proximity access with push button start
- Electrically folding exterior mirrors
- 4.2-inch instrument display
- 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- DAB+ digital radio
- Wireless phone charger
- 1 x USB A Socket
- 1 x USB-C Socket
- Fabric upholstery
- Dual zone climate control
- Shift paddles
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment
- 60:40 split/folding rear seats
- 6 speaker sound system
The AWD 2.0S adds:
- Automatic high beam
- Headlights responsive to steering
- Self-leveling LED headlights
- LED fog lights
- Cornering light at the front
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- 225/40R18 92W tires
- Electric sunroof
- Heated mirrors
- Leather accented upholstery
- Steering wheel and gearshift lever covered in leather
- Heated front seats
- 8-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat
- Harman Kardon sound system with 10 speakers
- Satellite navigation
- Sports pedals
- 1 x Rear USB-A Port
- 1 x Rear USB-C Port
Subaru offers a wide range of accessories, including a number of STI items such as sporty underspoilers and Enkei alloy wheels.
Colors
All Imprezas have a black interior.
The following exterior finishes are available:
- Crystal white pearl
- Crystal black silicon
- Ice Silver Metallic (+$660)
- Magnetite Gray Metallic (+$660)
- Pure Red (+$660)
- Lemon Yellow Pearl (+$660)
- Sapphire Blue Pearl (+$660)
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