2000-2008 Impreza OverviewSubaru Impreza Overview (2000 - 2008)
2000 - 2008
Tech Specs Summary
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- 105 - 158 mph
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- 5.4 - 13.7 seconds
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- 94 - 276 BHP
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- 23.3 - 35.8 mpg
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- 1,355 - 1,570 kg
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- 395 - 401 L (Saloon)
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- 356 - 1,266 L (Estate)
This generation of the Subaru Impreza was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Subaru between 2000 - 2008. It's a front engined all-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available from either a 1.5 L Flat 4 petrol engine or 2 L Flat 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Impreza is the Subaru Impreza 2.5 WRX STi which scores 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 276 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 176 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 158 mph and gets to 62 mph in 5.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Subaru Impreza Sports Wagon 2.0R is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 414 miles and can store 356-1,266 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,600 kg.