2026 Subaru
Impreza

There are a lot of changes going on lately at Subaru. Aside from a flurry of electrified models joining the lineup, the automaker has discontinued the sedan version of the Impreza while abbreviating the remaining five-door’s lineup to two trims. As expected, they both get standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and the Eyesight suite of driver-assist technologies, including the addition of emergency lane keeping assist for the higher-ranking Impreza trim, the RS. The RS also gets an updated powerplant with better low-RPM torque among the improvements. Subaru has also added a vehicle shutdown system, which cuts the engine off automatically if it’s been idling for 30 minutes. Besides that, Citron Yellow Pearl has joined the exterior color selection.

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2026 Subaru Impreza mechanical details

Mechanical Details

The Sport and RS trims make up the lineup for the 2026 Impreza, which is now strictly made as a hatchback. In the Subaru tradition, all-wheel drive (AWD) is standard. The trims have different engines, with the Sport getting a 152-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and the RS upgrading to a 180-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder. They both use a continuously variable transmission (CVT) to manage the gear ratios. Fuel economy for the Sport has been EPA-estimated at 27 mpg around town and 33 mpg on the highway. The RS changes to 26 mpg in city driving, with the highway rating staying the same. The Impreza’s 20.4 cubic-foot hatch-accessed cargo area makes it extra practical. If you need to carry more goods or oversized items, you can increase that area to 56 cubic feet by folding the rear seatbacks flat.

2026 Subaru Impreza standard features

Standard Features and Options

The Sport gets a mix of low-key features like fabric upholstery and push-button start with sought-after items like proximity keyless entry, automatic climate control with two zones, LED steering-responsive headlights with auto-on/off, LED fog lights, power exterior mirrors with built-in turn signals, a 4.2-inch driver information display, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, a pair of USB ports, and 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. The All-Weather Package (heated power side-view mirrors and a windshield wiper de-icer) may be added at the time of ordering, as can a power-sliding moonroof and heated front seats.

The RS gets more amenities besides the more powerful engine. The list includes the heated power mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer, plus two USB ports for the second row, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter handle, aluminum-alloy pedals, and a cargo cover. For options, it can add a ten-way power-adjustable driver's seat and a power moonroof.

2026 Subaru Impreza rear view and safety features

Advanced Safety Features

As we mentioned above, both ’26 Impreza trims have Subaru Eyesight installed. This sophisticated driver-assist technology grouping consists of adaptive cruise control with lane centering, automatic high beams, automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure and sway warning, and automatic emergency steering. Both trims also receive airbags (including rear outboard side units), anti-lock brakes, stability and traction control, and a backup camera. A blind-spot monitor with lane change assist is added to the RS, as are rear cross-traffic alert and emergency lane keep assist (all are options for the Sport).

2026 Subaru Impreza infotainment system

Connectivity and Multimedia

An 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system is installed in both trims. The common components are Bluetooth, wireless smartphone connectivity (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), SiriusXM satellite radio, and a sound system with a half-dozen speakers. There’s also standard access to MySubaru Connected Services and a Wi-Fi hotspot. RS buyers may choose an optional upgrade to a Harman Kardon sound system with ten speakers.

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