# Subaru Impreza updates and electric vehicle expansion > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/subaru-impreza-model-updates-and-pricing > Updated: 2026-10-25T02:58:10.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 4. Subaru has announced updates to its Impreza lineup across different markets. In the United States, the 2027 Impreza will see the revival of a base trim level with a reduced starting price of $25,840, making it the most affordable all-wheel-drive compact car available. This model features a 180-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, while the higher-tier RS trim starts at $30,740 and includes larger 11.6-inch touchscreens, wireless connectivity, and heated front seats. In Japan and Australia, Subaru is introducing a ‘Smart Edition’ hatchback. This version utilizes a 2.0L DOHC direct-injection gasoline engine paired with a Lineartronic CVT and includes navigation functions as standard equipment. The Smart Edition is available in both front-wheel drive and symmetrical all-wheel drive configurations, with pricing starting at 2,865,500 yen for FWD and 3,135,000 yen for AWD. In Japan, the Impreza (D-type) updates effective September 2026 will discontinue the e-BOXER hybrid system, moving exclusively to the 2.0L gasoline engine for the Smart Edition trim. Further updates for the 2027 model year include a €2,000 price reduction for the Impreza in certain markets and the implementation of a more powerful 2.5-liter boxer engine to replace the previous base 2.0-liter unit, aligning its performance more closely with the Crosstrek. Additionally, Subaru is expanding its electric vehicle portfolio with the 100% electric e-Outback. Developed via a partnership with Toyota using the e-TNGA platform, the vehicle is manufactured at the Yajima plant near Tokyo. The e-Outback features a dual electric motor producing 381 horsepower and has launched in the Italian market with prices starting at €53,900. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-25: Subaru and Daihatsu announce vehicle updates in Japan Subaru updates the Impreza to a gasoline-only lineup in Japan, while Daihatsu enhances its Move Canbus compact wagon with improved safety and digital features. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/subaru-and-daihatsu-announce-vehicle-updates-in-japan ### 2026-10-03: Subaru updates Impreza specs and launches electric e-Outback Subaru is updating its lineup with a more powerful, lower-priced 2027 Impreza and the launch of the all-electric e-Outback, developed in partnership with Toyota. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/subaru-updates-impreza-specs-and-launches-electric-e-outback ### 2026-09-28: Subaru updates Impreza with new Smart Edition and standard navigation Subaru has updated the Impreza hatchback, introducing a new 2.0L gasoline ‘Smart Edition’ with standard navigation and expanded color options. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/subaru-updates-impreza-with-new-smart-edition-and-standard-navigation ### 2026-09-24: Subaru revives base Impreza trim and lowers 2027 starting price Subaru is reviving the base trim for the 2027 Impreza, lowering the starting price to $25,840 and upgrading the engine to 180 hp. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/subaru-revives-base-impreza-trim-and-lowers-2027-starting-price --- Cite as: Subaru Impreza updates and electric vehicle expansion. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/subaru-impreza-model-updates-and-pricing