Starting at just $19,025 MSRP for a 2.0i 4-door base model with a manual transmission, the 2015
Impreza is the most affordable new Subaru out there.
Written by: Bradley Nutting
Engine and Chassis
The Impreza comes standard with a 2.0 liter, four cylinder boxer engine with 148 hp and plenty of
torque for all of your adventures. It also comes standard with a 5-speed manual transmission but with
an option to upgrade to Subaru's unique Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). If
you're concerned about the environmental impact that your car will have, no need to worry because the Impreza is a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) with minimal environmental impact.
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC), a Traction Control System (TCS) and electrically assisted power steering all come standard to help keep your Subaru on the road when the conditions get a little hairy.
In terms of fuel economy, the 5-speed manual version gets an estimated 34/25 MPG and the CVT
version gets an estimated 37/28 MPG (hwy/city).
Exterior
The Impreza comes with many exterior options to fit any lifestyle from rural to urban. Such as, wheel
and tire options to suit your brand of driving, roof rack, power sliding moon roof, navigation, push start
Interior
Among the comfort features of the Impreza, there are options like leather trimmed upholstery, heated
front seats (with the all-weather package), power rear view mirrors, and an upgraded audio system.
Safety
The Impreza is also loaded with standard active safety features such as 4-wheel antilock braking system, daytime running lights and a tire pressure monitoring system. There are also many standard passive safety features like the side-curtain and driver’s knee airbags, fully adjustable head restraints and rear child safety locks on the doors. You can also purchase your new 2015 Impreza with Subaru’s Eyesight technology. For the past seven model years, the Subaru Impreza has earned the IIHS top safety pick and is expected to be awarded the same crash safety test result this year.
Overall, the 2015 Subaru Impreza is an excellent (and affordable) choice for any lifestyle. It is also very family friendly and excellent for new drivers.
