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Current Subaru Impreza

The Subaru Impreza is offered as a sedan or four-door hatchback. The latter essentially replaces the former wagon and has more of a European flavor to its design. But overall, the styling for this Impreza is not as dramatic as in past generations.

There are five trim levels: 2.5i, Outback Sport, 2.5 GT, WRX and WRX STI. The 2.5i and Outback Sport models have a horizontally opposed 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. It's rated at 170 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque, and comes with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic. The automatic-only Impreza 2.5 GT models receive a turbocharged version of that engine that produces 224 hp and 226 lb-ft of torque. The WRX gets a boosted version of the 2.5 GT's engine that puts out 265 hp and 244 lb-ft, and a five-speed manual is mandatory. The STI ups the turbocharged output even further to 305 hp and 290 lb-ft of torque, and it boasts a six-speed manual. All engines send their power to all four wheels via the standard all-wheel-drive system.

Subaru doesn't equip base 2.5i levels with much equipment; most examples on dealer lots will be fitted with desirable optional equipment. The Impreza Outback Sport is offered as a hatchback only and has a slightly raised suspension for better ground clearance and a two-tone exterior paint scheme. The 2.5 GT features luxuries like a sunroof, heated front seats and automatic climate control, while the WRX comes with most of the Impreza's options as standard and has specialized wheels, tires and suspension tuning for increased handling ability. The STI is also only available in hatchback form and gains more muscular body panels, an upgraded suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels, Brembo brakes and aggressively bolstered sport seats.

In reviews, we've found that this Subaru Impreza provides enjoyable levels of performance. Thanks to all-wheel drive, there's plenty of traction, particularly in wet-weather conditions. Though acceleration of the 2.5i model is adequate, most people will be happier with the WRX, which is almost as quick as the pricier STI and handles very well. The STI raises the performance bar slightly, but costs considerably more. Road noise is elevated at highway speeds, but otherwise the Impreza makes for a comfortable driving companion.

The first-generation Subaru Impreza continued to improve in its later years. For 1997, Subaru brought out an improved Outback model, increased the power output of the 2.2-liter, made AWD standard and dropped the LX trim. A year later, the desirable Impreza 2.5 RS debuted. Though not as powerful as the turbocharged WRX versions that Subaru was selling in other parts of the world, the coupe-only 2.5 RS came with a 165-hp 2.5-liter engine, a sport-tuned suspension, a non-functional hood scoop and 16-inch wheels. It also tied in nicely to the Impreza's success in the World Rally Championship during this time. No more significant changes were made to the Impreza, though a 2.5 RS sedan did arrive for 2000.

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