2017 Subaru Impreza Exterior

In both sedan and hatchback form, the 2017 Impreza maintains the same basic look as the outgoing model, but its dimensions have definitely changed. The new Impreza is more than 1.5 inches longer from front to back, it’s approximately half of an inch closer to the ground, and its wheelbase has also grown by an inch. Standard features for the ‘17 Impreza include 16-inch steel wheels, halogen headlights, and the vehicle’s signature hexagonal grille. In comparison, the higher-level Premium model comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, a trunk spoiler, and roof rails for the hatchback model. Exterior color options for the Impreza include Lapis Blue Metallic, Lithium Red Pearl, Crystal White Pearl, Venetian Red Pearl, Ice Silver Metallic, Island Blue Pearl, Crystal Black Pearl, and Carbide Gray Metallic.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency

The 2017 Subaru Impreza has a 2-liter engine based on four cylinders, with direct injection capability. According to information provides by Subaru, it will be more fuel efficient than any other hatchbacks in the market. Subaru doesn’t bring any significant change in the horsepower, which stands at 152, slightly higher than previous editions.

Subaru has upgraded the CVT with a manual mode comprised of seven-speed, which were previously six. In the past, we heard the complaint that the Subaru hatchback lacks enough power. The Subaru Impreza 2017 is an improvement from that label. The new transmission and increased power help it to shrug off the Notoriety of being one of the slowest vehicles in its class. The torque vectoring feature is another feature of the Subaru to consider.

What Features Will It Have?

Both the hatchback and sedan variants of the 2017 Subaru Impreza have 4-door access. The touchscreen in this Subaru is 6.5-inch. Another remarkable infotainment feature is the Harman Kardon premium audio system, which makes driving more fun.

Besides the 2017 Subaru Impreza has amenities like heated front seats, exterior mirror, and automatic headlights. The power moonroof and driver assistance technology are other impressive features in this Subaru.
The futuristic EyeSight system has some of the most advanced features that can make driving safer and easier. Automatic emergency brake, lane departure alert, blind spot detection, and adaptive cruise control – all are integrated into it.

2017 Subaru Impreza Safety

Subaru claims the Impreza’s body can absorb the energy of a crash 40% better than the old model. In addition, the Impreza comes standard with active safety tech such as high-beam assist, which can turn of the vehicle’s high beams when sensors detect the presence of another vehicle. The Impreza’s rearview camera also gets guidelines for the new model year to help with reversing. Speaking of which, the Impreza can apply the brakes automatically when another car is detected while the Impreza is backing up. Optional for the ’17 Impreza is Subaru’s EyeSight System. This one-of-a-kind package comes with advanced safety equipment like rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and lane departure alert, just to name of its premium safety features.

Standard Safety Features

• Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
• Vehicle Dynamics Control
• 4-wheel antilock braking system
• Brake Assist
• Daytime Running Lights
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Rear-vision camera
• Dual-stage deployment driver’s and front passenger’s front airbags
• Subaru advanced frontal airbag system
• Seat-mounted front side-impact airbags
• Side-curtain airbags protecting front and rear outboard occupants
• Rollover sensor
• Driver’s knee airbag
• Whiplash protection front seats with height- and tilt-adjustable head restraints
• LATCH system: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren