New interior features, infotainment technology and higher grade interior materials are also among the highlights of the new Impreza.
The car is presented in both 4- and 5-door body styles, both set to feature standard electric windows and mirrors, a 60/40-split fold-down rear seat, outside temperature gauge, a multi-function display, engine immobilizer, and tilt/telescopic steering wheel.
Higher spec models will add more kit including 16 or 17 inch alloy wheels, steering wheel audio and Bluetooth controls, heated front seats and mirrors, climate control, upgraded instruments and auto lights. Impreza’s new optional navigation system includes a 6.1-inch touch screen LCD display with voice control.
The new Impreza sports characteristic Subaru hawk-eye headlights and a range of new 15-inch wheel cover and 16- and 17-inch alloy wheel designs.
The windscreen is more raked than in the previous model, with the bottom of the A-pillar moved 7.9 inches forward. This allows for a front door opening that is nearly five inches longer for easier entry/exit, abetted by lower doorsills. Rear doors are also larger on both 4 and 5-door body styles.
The instrument panel is lower and flatter than the outgoing model, while new exterior wing mirrors have greater surface area to enhance visibility while being relocated from the A-pillars to the doors.
The new Impreza’s wheelbase grows to 104.1 inches / 2.644mm (compared to 103.2 / 2.621 mm in the outgoing model), while length and width measurements remain the same.
In addition, Subaru will offer two different Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive systems in the new Impreza. Safety wise, the new Impreza will also come as standard with Subaru’s Vehicle Dynamics Control (SVDC), while all models are equipped with ABS, Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and the Brake Assist safety system.
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