Segment: Small
Production years: 2005, 2006, 2007
The second generation of the Impreza came on the market in 2000, and its design was so controversial that the automaker improved it twice: in 2002 and 2005, respectively, for the entire range: sedan and station wagon.
It was the third front-fascia for the second-generation Impreza, and the Japanese automaker thought that it could finally make it right. Also, since in 2005, Europe switched to Euro 4 emission standards, Subaru had to update the car. That means that the engine lineup was also refreshed. But regardless of those regulations and design tastes, one thing remained the same: the Symmetrical All Wheel Drive system. And that was a good thing, especially for those who took their Scoobie to the mountains during winter.
This so-called "Hawk-eyes" version of the Impreza benefited from the input made by the Greek designer Andreas Zapatinas, who formerly worked for Alfa Romeo. The new front fascia also included a three-section grille, whereas the center one was slightly taller. It was Subaru's way of reminding people that once the company built airplanes. From its profile, the long-roof version of the Impreza featured a third row of windows behind the rear doors and a raked-forward tailgate to amplify the sporty look of the vehicle.
Inside, it was the same design for the front seats as in the sedan version. The rear, on the other hand, was different since it sported a split-folding bench. That could enlarge the trunk area from 12.57 to 44.71 cu-ft (353 liters to 1,266 liters).
Under the hood, the automaker installed a choice of three flat-four engines. The base model was a 1.6-liter powerplant that sent the power to the front or all corners of the car, depending on the market. From the 2.0-liter versions, all Imprezas were fitted with an AWD system. Strangely, Subaru installed a low gear for the naturally-aspirated versions.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 5MT AWD (105 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | B4 |
Displacement: | 1498 cm3 |
Power: | 77 KW @ 6400 RPM 105 HP @ 6400 RPM 103 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 104 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 141 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 105 mph (169 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 175.8 in (4465 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 57.7 in (1466 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.7/57.3 in (1,466/1,455 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.2 cuFT (402 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2810.9 lbs (1275 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3924.2 lbs (1780 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.6 mpg US (10.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36.7 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 184 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L R 5MT AWD (160 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | B4 |
Displacement: | 1994 cm3 |
Power: | 118 KW @ 6400 RPM 160 HP @ 6400 RPM 158 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 137 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 186 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 126 mph (203 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 175.8 in (4465 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 58.5 in (1486 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.7/57.3 in (1,466/1,455 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.2 cuFT (402 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2932.1 lbs (1330 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4012.4 lbs (1820 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.8 mpg US (12.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 214 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L (WRX) 6MT AWD (230 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | B4 |
Displacement: | 2457 cm3 |
Power: | 169 KW @ 5600 RPM 230 HP @ 5600 RPM 227 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 320 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 175.8 in (4465 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 57.7 in (1466 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.7/57.3 in (1,466/1,455 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.2 cuFT (402 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3064.4 lbs (1390 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4100.6 lbs (1860 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.3 mpg US (14.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.8 mpg US (10.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 244 g/km |