Segment: Compact
Production years: 1998, 1999, 2000
Subaru introduced the Impreza lineup in 1993 as a replacement for the Leone, and it brought a station wagon version as well, which was refreshed along with the rest of the range in 1998.
The Impreza was already a renowned name on the market after its first rally victories, and the GT-Turbo version started to be more appreciated on the streets. Thanks to its all-wheel-drive system, the car proved its qualities, especially on mountain areas and on loose and snowy surfaces.
The 1998 model sported a new front fascia, with a slim reversed trapezoidal grille that replaced the previous flat panel that blocked most of the space between the hood's edge and bumper. Subaru also replaced the bumper, which featured a broad grille in the apron and two side-scoops where it installed the fog-lights. The turbocharged version featured an air-intake and four vents on the hood, plus two big, round headlights on the bumper.
Inside, Subaru completely changed the dashboard. On the 1998 model, the center stack featured a flat panel for the HVAC controls and the stereo. It followed the Japanese styling with the climate controls installed on the upper side, making it difficult to access the controls for the sound system. In the back, Subaru installed a folding bench which expanded the trunk from a mere 356 liters (12.5 cu-ft) to a decent 1275 liters (45 cu-ft).
Subaru ditched the older 1.8-liter engine for the drivetrain and kept only three engines ranged between 95 hp and 218 hp.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT FWD (95 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | B4 |
Displacement: | 1597 cm3 |
Power: | 70 KW @ 5200 RPM 95 HP @ 5200 RPM 94 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 106 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 143 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106.3 mph (171 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.9 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: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 169.3 in (4300 mm) |
Width: | 66.5 in (1689 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.1 in (1,461/1,450 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.2 in (2520 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.8 cuFT (362 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2513.3 lbs (1140 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3725.8 lbs (1690 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.6 mpg US (10.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 201 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT AWD (125 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | B4 |
Displacement: | 1994 cm3 |
Power: | 92 KW @ 5600 RPM 125 HP @ 5600 RPM 123 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 136 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 184 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 116.2 mph (187 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.7 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: | 185/70R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 169.3 in (4300 mm) |
Width: | 66.5 in (1689 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.1 in (1,461/1,450 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.2 in (2520 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.8 cuFT (362 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2557.4 lbs (1160 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3791.9 lbs (1720 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19.4 mpg US (12.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 222 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L Turbo 5MT AWD (218 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | B4 |
Displacement: | 1994 cm3 |
Power: | 160 KW @ 5600 RPM 218 HP @ 5600 RPM 215 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 214 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 290 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 142.3 mph (229 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.4 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: | 205/50R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 169.3 in (4300 mm) |
Width: | 66.5 in (1689 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.1 in (1,461/1,450 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.2 in (2520 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.8 cuFT (362 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2777.8 lbs (1260 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3968.3 lbs (1800 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17.2 mpg US (13.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 244 g/km |