Subaru announced the new Impreza B model on September 13, 2024, with some improvements. Pre-orders for the A model began on March 2, 2023, and the model went on sale on April 20, 2023, exactly one year after the annual improvement, which will be repeated in 2024, resulting in the B model. Dealers have already begun negotiations for the special edition “ST Smart Edition” model B. We will provide a detailed explanation of what kind of model it will be.
Subaru New Impreza B-Type Partial Improvement
Impreza special edition “ST Smart edition”
The special edition “ST Smart Edition” based on the gasoline grade “ST” has been added. It comes standard with safety features such as Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (rear side warning support system), emergency pre-crash steering, emergency lane keep assist, as well as dark metallic painted 17-inch aluminum wheels, LED front fog lamps, and side sill spoilers.
The infotainment system has been made easier to use, connected service functions have been added, and the interior quality of the audio-less model has been improved (gloss black door mirrors, genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel, genuine leather-wrapped shift lever with silver accents, piano black shift panel, silver-stitched shift boot).
The AVH button on the 11.6-inch center information display has been placed in the home button area for improved usability. SUBARU STARLINK now features remote air conditioning, and a hazard flashing function has been added to the car search function. Furthermore, Daybreak Blue Pearl has been added to the body color lineup.
Possibility of full hybrid “next-generation e-BOXER”
Although the details have not been revealed, a 2.5L engine model has been added to the improved US Impreza model “RS” grade . Also, it has been officially announced that the Impreza SUV “Crosstrek” will be equipped with the next-generation e-BOXER (2.5L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC + motor (THS) combination) that uses Toyota’s hybrid system “THS” in the B model . We can expect similar improvements to the Impreza, which currently has similar specifications. Even if it is not adopted in the B model, there is a high possibility that it will be adopted in the next model.
Main features of the special edition “ST Smart edition”
- 17-inch aluminum wheels (dark metallic paint)
- Cornering lamps and steering-linked headlamps
- LED front fog lamps
- Side sill spoiler
- Sports pedals with aluminum pads (accelerator, brake, footrest)
- 10-way power driver’s seat and 8-way power passenger seat
- Reverse-linked door mirrors + door mirror memory & auto-folding function
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Emergency pre-crash steering
- Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (rear side warning support system)/Emergency Lane Keep Assist
Reference: Subaru news release
New Impreza B-type partial improvement exterior design
The exterior maintains the same concept, fully adopting Subaru’s new design philosophy of “DYNAMIC × SOLID.” It employs the ” SUBARU GLOBAL PLATFORM (SGP) ,” which is further improved from the previous model, employing a full inner frame structure, expanding the use of structural adhesives, and improving the rigidity of suspension mounting points. It also incorporates a seat design created using a new approach based on the structure of the human body, and the mature e-BOXER electric technology. It brings together the best of SUBARU’s people-centered technology, dramatically improving driving performance.
New Impreza B-type partial improvement interior
Some grades are equipped with an 11.6-inch STARLINK-compatible multi-information display, which supports wireless connections with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Additional STARLINK services include remote locking/unlocking via a smartphone app, remote horn/lights, and remote vehicle location confirmation. The car also boasts a functional and large-capacity cargo room, a spacious luggage compartment that makes it easy to load and unload large items, and rear seats that can be easily adjusted, ensuring high functionality and flexibility.
The Active Torque Split AWD control has been revamped, improving responsiveness, handling, and cornering performance. The quality of the interior and exterior has been significantly improved. The meters, including the Electric Parking Brake & Hold , have also been completely redesigned. An even higher level of dynamic quality has been achieved than the previous model. A seat structure that supports the pelvis has been adopted. By holding the sacrum, it prevents the transmission of body vibrations to the head. This ensures a comfortable ride, even when the body is shaken violently by steering roll or road undulations.
New Impreza B-type partial improvement, new generation EyeSight adopted
Performance has been improved by adopting a triple camera (stereo camera unit + wide-angle monocular camera) . The new stereo camera unit has a significantly wider angle of view, approximately twice that of the previous model. The image recognition software and control software have been improved to enable recognition over a wider and farther range. A new monocular camera has been adopted that has a wider angle than the new stereo camera and can recognize motorcycles and pedestrians. The range of situations in which pre-crash braking can be applied has been expanded, achieving the best performance of any EyeSight model to date.
Adopts a “Digital Multi-View Monitor” that displays a 360-degree view around the vehicle
While this is common among other manufacturers, the Subaru is the first to adopt a 360° “Digital Multi-View Monitor.” It uses a 3D view/top view that combines images from four cameras to display a 360° view around the vehicle, improving visibility around the vehicle. Additionally, the newly adopted center information display is used for the screen display, and the larger, higher-resolution screen than conventional multi-function displays improves visibility and ease of use.
Connected service “SUBARU STARLINK”
In the unlikely event of a serious accident, in order to save as many lives as possible, this service provides reliable and secure support by connecting you to a call center 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in the event of a traffic accident or other trouble.
New Impreza B-type partial improvement expected specifications
We’ve created predicted specifications for the Crosstrek’s full hybrid “next-generation e-BOXER,” a 2.5L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC + motor (THS) engine. This combines the 2.5L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC naturally aspirated “FB25” engine currently used overseas with the motor system used in the Harrier and RAV4. The conventional 2.0L “e-BOXER” will also be included in the lineup.
| Specifications | Impreza mild hybrid |
Impreza Full Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| full length | 4,475mm | 4,475mm |
| Overall width | 1,780mm | 1,780mm |
| Overall height | 1,450mm | 1,450mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670mm | 2,670mm |
| engine | 2.0L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine “FB20 type” + motor assist “e-BOXER” |
2.5L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC naturally aspirated “FB25 type” + motor (THS) |
| Maximum power | 107kW (145ps) / 6,000rpm |
182HP/5,800rpm |
| Maximum torque | 188Nm (19.2kgm) / 4,000rpm |
176 lb-ft/4,400 rpm |
| Motor maximum output |
10kW (13.6ps) | Front: 88kW (120ps) Rear: 40kW (54ps) |
| Motor Max Torque |
65Nm (6.6kgm) | Front: 202Nm (20.6kgm) Rear: 121Nm (12.3kgfm) |
transmission |
CVT (Lineartronic) |
Electric continuously variable transmission |
| Drive system | AWD | AWD |
| battery | Lithium-ion battery (4.8Ah) |
Lithium-ion battery |
| WLTC mode fuel economy |
16.6km/L | Approximately 22km/L |
The improved ” SUBARU GLOBAL PLATFORM (SGP) ” full inner frame structure has been adopted, the use of structural adhesives has been expanded, and the rigidity of the suspension mounting parts has been improved.
An 11.6-inch multi-information display compatible with the connected service “SUBARU STARLINK” is included.
The exterior and interior designs were completely redesigned. Only the hatchback was available, and the sedan “G4” was discontinued.
It uses a 2.0L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine “FB20 type” and a 2.0L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine “FB20 type” + motor assist “e-BOXER”.
The car has evolved into the next generation EyeSight, with the stereo camera no longer made by Hitachi but now using a wide-angle camera made by Sweden’s Vionia.
New Impreza B-type partial improvement price and grade
Due to this partial improvement , the manufacturer’s suggested retail price has been revised to take into account rising raw material prices.
| grade | engine | transmission |
Drive system |
Old price (10%) |
Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impreza ST | 2.0L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine |
CVT (Lineartronic ) |
2WD | 2,299,000 yen | 2,640,000 yen |
| 4WD | 2,519,000 yen | 2,871,000 yen | |||
| Special edition “ST Smart edition” |
2WD | – | 2,953,500 yen | ||
| 4WD | – | 3,168,000 yen | |||
| Impreza ST-G | 2.0L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine + motor |
2WD | 2,464,000 yen | 2,876,500 yen | |
| 4WD | 2,783,000 yen | 3,107,500 yen | |||
| Impreza ST-H | 2.0L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine + motor |
2WD | 2,992,000 yen | 3,157,000 yen | |
| 4WD | 3,212,000 yen | 3,371,500 yen | |||
| Next-generation e-BOXER model |
2.5L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC naturally aspirated “FB25 type” + motor (THS) |
Electric continuously variable transmission |
AWD | -circle |
A word from the editorial department
No one would have guessed that the Impreza’s partial upgrade would feature a 2.5L full-hybrid “next-generation e-BOXER.” This system, which combines a horizontally opposed engine with Toyota’s hybrid system “THS” motor, is truly a dream come true. By combining the reliable “THS” with the latest horizontally opposed engine, we can expect not only improved fuel economy but also powerful motor assistance. The horizontally opposed engine also contributes to stability by minimizing pitching motion during engine start-up. It also comes equipped with EyeSight, the most advanced safety system available today , and the adoption of a new hybrid system will significantly improve fuel economy and take advantage of the characteristics of the horizontally opposed engine. We’re really looking forward to the arrival of the new Impreza.
Subaru news release
https://www.subaru.co.jp/news/2024_09_13_134633
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