The 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport 4-Door, with its 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, gets a combined fuel economy of 30 MPG, a figure that shows the practical efficiency combined with Subaru’s dedication to all-wheel-drive confidence. It’s a daily driver built for those who want reliability, safety, and the ability to handle bad weather without using too much gas. This Impreza is good for practical buyers who favor function over flash, like young professionals, small families in snowy climates, or anyone seeking a long-lasting, dependable vehicle.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates for the 2017 Impreza Sport are 27 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway. These figures are realistic if driven with a normal amount of acceleration. The engine is not very powerful, and the automatic transmission (AV-S7) focuses on fuel efficiency instead of fast acceleration, so aggressive driving will quickly lower those numbers. However, the 36 MPG highway figure makes it a good choice for longer commutes and road trips, and the 27 MPG city rating is respectable for an AWD vehicle in stop-and-go traffic.

Annual fuel cost

According to the EPA, the annual fuel cost for the 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport 4-Door is $1,450. This calculation assumes 15,000 miles of driving per year, using national average fuel prices. Actual fuel costs will vary based on individual driving habits, local fuel prices, and the specific conditions in which the vehicle is driven. However, the $1,450 figure provides a standard for comparing the Impreza’s fuel expenses against other vehicles in its class, or viewing all Subaru fuel economy data. Using premium fuel will not increase performance or fuel economy.

Real-world expectations

The EPA provides a standardized rating, but real-world fuel economy for the 2017 Impreza Sport can change. Drivers reporting higher numbers usually accelerate smoothly, watch traffic flow, and don’t idle much. Drivers frequently experiencing lower MPG ratings often drive more aggressively, are in heavy traffic, or drive the vehicle primarily in demanding conditions like steep hills or extreme weather. It is a dependable, reasonably efficient car, but individual results can differ from the official estimates found on IMPREZA MPG across all years.

How it compares

In the compact car segment, the 2017 Impreza Sport has a lot of competition. The Honda Civic can achieve up to 42 MPG highway in its most efficient trims, which is a good advantage for those who want to save on fuel. The Toyota Corolla also delivers good fuel economy, around 40 MPG highway, and has a reputation for reliability. However, neither the Civic nor the Corolla comes standard with all-wheel drive, which is a selling point for Impreza buyers who want all-weather capability. Some Mazda3 trims achieve similar combined MPG to the Impreza while offering a more fun driving experience. The Impreza’s 30 MPG combined rating is good, but the all-wheel drive traction decreases fuel economy compared to its front-wheel-drive rivals.

Tips to maximize efficiency

The continuously variable transmission (CVT) in the 2017 Impreza Sport is designed for efficiency. Be gentle with the accelerator pedal, accelerating smoothly and slowly, letting the CVT select the best gear for fuel economy. Don’t accelerate quickly or unnecessarily. Quick starts always hurt the fuel economy of a CVT.

Correct tire inflation is important for getting the best fuel efficiency. Check your tire pressure regularly, at least once a month, and inflate them to the recommended pressure on the sticker inside the driver’s side doorjamb. Under-inflated tires create more rolling resistance, which decreases fuel economy.

Extra weight in the vehicle consumes fuel. Remove any unnecessary items from the trunk and backseat. The lighter the vehicle, the less energy it needs to move. Take out the golf clubs if you’re not going golfing. Empty that collection of water bottles from the back seat.

Don’t idle unnecessarily. If you think you’ll be stopped for more than a minute, turn off the engine. Modern engines restart easily, and prolonged idling wastes fuel and increases emissions. In cold weather, don’t let the car idle for a long time to warm up; gentle driving is more effective.

Use cruise control on longer, flat highway drives. Maintaining a consistent speed can help fuel consumption. Disengage cruise control when approaching hills or in heavy traffic, as the system may downshift aggressively, wasting fuel.