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2023 Subaru Impreza: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Subaru Impreza has no major changes from 2022. It is a carryover model and the final year of the fifth-generation Impreza in the U.S.
About the 2023 Subaru Impreza
5th generation (2017-2023), final year before the all-new 6th-generation 2024 redesign.
Subaru positions the 2023 Impreza as a small car built around everyday confidence, especially in bad weather. Its main draw is standard all-wheel drive across the range, paired with a practical cabin, easy phone integration, and the choice of either a sedan or hatchback body. Compared with compact-car rivals, the Impreza’s clearest advantage is that year-round traction is part of the core formula rather than an extra-cost add-on.
The 2023 Impreza is a sedan or five-door hatchback with standard all-wheel drive and a 152-hp 2.0-liter engine. Premium focuses on everyday comfort with heated front seats and driver-assistance technology, while Sport adds firmer suspension tuning, 18-inch wheels, and a sport-themed cabin. The hatchback-only Limited sits at the top with leather upholstery, an 8-inch touchscreen, and additional safety features.
2023 Subaru Impreza specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-Spd | Automatic, CVT w/Lineartronic & 7-Spd Manual Mode / Manual, 5-Spd | Automatic, CVT w/Lineartronic & 7-Spd Manual Mode | Automatic, CVT w/Lineartronic & 7-Spd Manual Mode |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23–24 mpg | 22–27 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 31 mpg | 30–36 mpg | 36 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Horsepower | 152 hp | 152 hp | 152 hp | 152 hp |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.3–55.3 cu-ft | 12.3–55.3 cu-ft | 55.3 cu-ft | 12.3–55.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.5 in | 36.5 in | 36.5 in | 36.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Did the 2023 Subaru Impreza change from the 2022 model?
No. The 2023 Subaru Impreza carries over from 2022 without significant powertrain, styling, safety, technology, or structural changes.
Is 2023 the final year of the fifth-generation Subaru Impreza?
Yes. The 2023 Subaru Impreza closes out the fifth generation in the U.S. before the model’s sixth-generation redesign.
What body styles does the 2023 Subaru Impreza have?
The 2023 Subaru Impreza comes as a sedan or five-door hatchback. Both use the same fifth-generation platform and have standard all-wheel drive.
What engine does the 2023 Subaru Impreza use?
Every 2023 Subaru Impreza has a 152-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. Manual and continuously variable automatic transmission availability remains unchanged from 2022.
Which safety features stand out on the 2023 Subaru Impreza?
The 2023 Impreza Premium features Subaru’s EyeSight driver-assistance suite. The Limited adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, reverse automatic braking, and headlights that turn with the steering.
2023 Subaru Impreza Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Subaru Impreza.
4.2
2023 Subaru Impreza
(249 reviews)
“Subaru has the highest safety ratings and it's a really cool car. It's perfect for a person of smaller stature. Fits and adjusts perfectly.”
“My Subaru has a sporty look I like that and its crimson and my favorite color is red. The gas mileage is good. It has cameras and other safety stuff also.”