New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Changes, MPG, Pictures

New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Changes, MPG, Pictures – With its many safety features and technological conveniences, the Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback is a practical all-wheel-drive car that is unlikely to win any design awards. The 2.0-liter boxer four engine that generates 152 horsepower gets swapped out for a 2.5-liter engine that generates 182 horsepower in the premium RS variant. Even though neither car is particularly quick, the RS has more power and is slightly more enjoyable on curving roads.

Because a continuously variable transmission was required, we regret that the manual gearbox was available in earlier years. The Impreza WRX Hatchback has a straightforward cabin, and every model save the base model has a sizable touchscreen. The Honda Civic is more engaging and features a no-compromise hybrid version that is more powerful and efficient than the Subie, in contrast to the Toyota Prius, which is more affordable, sleek, and equipped with all-wheel drive. Subaru also has the similar Crosstrek, which is essentially an Impreza WRX Hatchback with more ground clearance. New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Changes

New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Redesign and Update Plan

Exterior and Interior

Subaru is known for having practical rather than opulent interiors, and the latest Impreza WRX Hatchback is no different. Dual-zone climate control and 60/40 split-folding back seats are standard on all models in the series. During our initial drive, the cabin of the 2018 Impreza WRX Hatchback seemed quieter than that of the fifth-generation model.

The inside design appears to be a logical improvement over the previous model, and we appreciated that the infotainment display had actual buttons rather than only touchscreen controls. Next to the back seats is a convenient plastic step for accessing the roof and connecting freight to cars equipped with roof rails. The WRX Hatchback can carry a huge 56 cubic feet of cargo. To facilitate access to the roof and attach cargo to vehicles with roof rails, there is a handy plastic step located next to the rear seats.

New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Specs

A 7.0-inch infotainment screen is standard on base Impreza WRX Hatchbacks. The automaker’s Starlink multimedia system is standard on Sport and RS versions. It has an 11.6-inch touchscreen display with controls for the sound system, HVAC, and other car functions, and it is wirelessly compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Changes

Subaru also provides its Safety and Security Connect Services, including SOS Emergency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, along with features like Remote Vehicle Locator, for cars that have Starlink installed. Regardless of the smartphone you own, the Impreza WRX Hatchback offers its passengers a USB-C port, a USB-A port, and an auxiliary input connection. A 10-speaker Harmon Kardon sound system is also available, but it’s limited to the top-of-the-line RS model.

Engine and Performance

The base and Sport trims are powered by a meager naturally aspirated 2.0-liter flat-four engine, which musters 152 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque. A larger 2.5-liter four-cylinder boxer engine is exclusively available in the RS model, providing an output bump of 30 horsepower and 33 pound-feet of torque for a total output of 182 horses and 178 pound-feet. Despite its extra oomph over the base engine, the RS’s beefier boxer engine leaves us wishing Subaru had fitted it with a turbocharger.

While it’s not the peppiest hatch sold today, the Impreza WRX Hatchback does have a chassis worthy of a stronger powertrain. A CVT is standard on all Impreza WRX Hatchbacks as is torque vectoring, which improves upon the capable standard all-wheel-drive system. For an extra sprinkling of rally-racing sportiness, Subaru has equipped the Impreza WRX Hatchback with a version of the dual-pinion electric power steering rack found in the WRX, reducing effort at the helm, and stiffened the chassis by 10 percent compared to the previous model. New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Changes

New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Fuel Economy

The Impreza WRX Hatchback’s EPA fuel-economy ratings with the standard engine are 27 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. The projected city and highway fuel economy of RS-trim vehicles with the 2.5-liter engine is 26 and 33 mpg, respectively. As part of our rigorous testing program, we evaluated the Impreza WRX Hatchback RS on our 75 mph highway fuel-economy route. The vehicle achieved 37 mpg, 4 mpg better than its EPA rating.

New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Safety Features

In addition to the aforementioned Safety and Security Connected Services available for models equipped with Starlink, Subaru has made its EyeSight Driver Assist Technology standard for all three Impreza WRX Hatchback trim levels. Automatic emergency steering is included on models fitted with the optional blind-spot detection system, which is already packaged with lane-keeping assist and rear cross-traffic alert—all of which are standard on the RS model. For more information about the Impreza WRX Hatchback’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

• Standard adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist
• Available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
• Available automatic emergency steering.  

New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Price and Release Date

The price of the 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback starts at $25,530 and goes up to $30,420 depending on the trim and options. Given our natural disposition toward sporty vehicles, plus the power of nostalgia, we were curious to see what the reborn Impreza WRX Hatchback RS is capable of and wondered if it would be our preferred configuration.  New 2027 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Changes

The chassis tuning allows for spirited driving on canyon roads, and the larger 2.5-liter engine is a welcome improvement over the base 2.0-liter—though it’s still far from pulse-quickening. We recommend sticking with the base model since its value pricing and feature set best align with the Impreza WRX Hatchback’s primary mission: to offer buyers frugal, practical all-wheel-drive transportation.