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Among the changes: front wheel drive models were dropped, high and low end models were introduced and then dropped, the sporty and small production 2.5L RS was introduced in 1998, and since 1996 the Outback Sport Wagon has become very popular (as has the larger Legacy Outback).

The Impreza fits many budgets and lifestyles. In the same size class as the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Ford Escort etc, the Impreza offers Subaru's dependability, is the one of the few compact wagons available and is the only such vehicle to offer all-wheel-drive.

Outbacks? Many folks confuse Outbacks. There are 2 Outbacks. Both started in 1995.
The Outback Sport is a version of Subaru's Impreza line.
The Legacy Outback is a version of Subaru's larger Legacy line.

Both Outbacks are excellent cars and usually one test drive will tell you which model will fit your needs best.

I have tried to provide the initial information so you can determine your interest in Subarus from the comfort of your home or work.
If you're interested in a new or used Subaru or other used vehicle please contact me. Thank you, Joe
 

1998 Rally Blue 2.5 RS-  Subaru says they are making about 700 with this color.

start 1998 Impreza

1998 Impreza L, RS, Outback WHAT'S NEW for 1998  The Impreza RS model is all new!  All Imprezas get a new dashboard just like the Forester's. The Brighton model has been discontinued. All models have de-powered 2nd generation dual Air-Bags. Production of the new airbags started in June 1997 with Vehicle ID numbers W*400001, W*500001, W*800001. Available in 3 models,  L with 3 bodystyles - a 2 door coupe, 4 door sedan and 4 door Sport Wagon  Outback Sport Wagon 2.5L RS 2 door coupe  Wheelbase/Length: 99.2"/172.2"  Overall width/height: L and RS: 67.1"/55.5", Outback Sport wagon: 67.1"/60.0"  Towing capacity: 1500lbs  Ground Clearance: Outback Sport wagon 6.5"
1998 Impreza prices prices include transportation, plus state taxes, license fees, factory and dealer installed options Impreza L Coupe: Manual Trans: $16,390.  Automatic: $17,190. Impreza L 4 Door Sedan: Manual Trans: $16,390.  Auto. Trans: $17,190.  Impreza L Sport Wagon: Manual Trans: $16, 790.  Auto. Trans: $17,590. Impreza 2.5L RS Coupe:  5 speed $19,690. Automatic:$20,490. Impreza Outback Sport Wagon: Manual Trans: $18,490.  Auto. Trans: $19,290.
1998 Feature	1998 L coupe, sedan, Sport wagon	198 Outback Sport Wagon	1998 2.5 RS VIN: 5,6,7th digits are 'M67', 10th digit is "W" for 1998 Only 1695 RS's were sold in the USA in 1998.
2.2 L 4 cylinder aluminum alloy 16 valve SOHC boxer engine, Sequential Multi-port fuel injection,  istributorless ignition  Horsepower: 137 5400 rpm  Torque: 145 @ 4000 rpm			na
2.5 L 4 cylinder aluminum alloy 16 valve DOHC boxer engine (same as in Legacy outback, GT)  Sequential muliti-port Fuel injection,  Distributorless ignition  Horsepower: 165 @ 5600 pm  Torque: 162 @ 4000 rpm  Platinum tipped spark plugs	na	na	S
Steering: Variable assist engine speed sensing rack and pinion  Turning circle: 33.5 ft	S	S	S
Brakes:	front: 10.1" vented, rear:9.0" drum non-ABS	Front: 10.1" vented, rear:9.0" drum 4 channel ABS	Front: 10.7" vented disc with dual caliper pistons,  rear:10.5" solid disc 4 channel ABS
Wheels/tires	15" steel 195/60R15 87H	15" Alloy 205/60R 15	16" Alloy, Gold colored honeycomb 205 / 55R 16 89H
Manaul Tranmssion  Fuel Economy  Curb Weight  15.9 US gals fuel capacity	S 23/30 mpg Coupe: 2720 lbs Sedan: 2690 lbs Sport wgn: 2795 lbs	S 23/30 mpg 2835 lbs	S 22/28 mpg 2825 lbs
Automatic Transmission: 4 speed electronic ($800)  Fuel economy - same as manual  15.9 US gal. fuel capacity	A	A	A
Model reminder : 1998 Impreaza Want to buy a new or used Subaru? Call me, or check out my used car page	1998 L models coupe, sedan, sport wagon	1998 Outback Sport Wagon	1998 2.5 RS
Safety:  Dual air bags,  side impact door guards  "A pillar" side-to-side column  5 MPH Impact Bumpers  Front/rear crumple zones	S	S	S
INTERIOR: Power Windows, locks, mirrors  Air Conditioning  Tilt Wheel  Front Passenger vanity mirror  Cup holder in dash  Center console with cup holder	S	S	S
AM/FM/Cassette, 80 watt, 4 speakers, clock	S	S	S
1998 Impreza model reminder	1998 L  coupe, sedan, Sportwagon	1998 Outback sport wagon	1998 2.5 RS
Rear defroster	S w/ wiper on Sport Wagon	S with wiper	S
Sunroof	na	na	S
CD player, $420
Individual options and prices Floor mats: $64., Mud flaps:.$99., Tail-pipe extender: $31, Cargo net: $39. Roof rack, Upgraded speakers: $195., Tweeters: $100. Fog Lights, projector beam: $245. Keyless remote entry - $225, with Alarm $350 Cruise Control: $350.	0	0	0
1998 Outback Sport standard features in addition to features listed above Raised Ground Clearance to 6.5" Anti-Lock Brakes (4 wheel, 4 channel, front disk, rear drum) 15" wheels with raised white letter tires Durable-Weave Texture Cloth Rear Bumper Scuff Proctector step pad Cargo area fitted protective liner Special Outback Ground Effects Cargo area accessory outlet (uselful for any plug-in device,-- cell phones, pumps, lights, stereos, coolers, emergency equip, etc) Hood-scoop Two-Tone paint, lower grey accent Fog lights Mud flaps, floor mats, roof rack, tail-pipe extender,
1998 RS standard features include in addition to standard features listed above 16'' gold alloy wheels,  Heavy Duty brakes: dual caliper pistons, vented front discs, rear discs  (same as on Legacy Outback, GT) Sunroof - electric, pops up and slide back Hood scoop and grills Rear spoiler  Leather steering wheel, shift lever Fog lights (projector beam style) Ground effects package  Sport bucket seats Special RS floor mats
1998 Impreza model reminder	L coupe, sedan, sport wagon	Outback Sport Wagon	RS
Popular equipment  groups:	Group 1: mud flaps, roof rack, floor mats, tailpie cover  $418.  Group 2 including floor mats, mud flaps, tail-pipe extender: $179.	na	na
Options: factory installed list prices CD player: $420 Tweeter (2 extra speakers) $100. Keyless entry $225, with alarm upgrade $350 Leather $1,295	0	0	0
You can install the gauge package from the Forester in the 1998 Impreza because they use the same dashboard. The gauge goes where the dash-top clamshell storage box is and includes a digital display compass, altimeter, barometer and clock, and looks pretty cool. I think it is pretty cool but do you need it? Maybe if you are "directions challenged" or just like gizmos..

end 1998 Impreza.

RS Production numbers to the best of my knowledge.
1998: 1,680-1,695 total.  Manual: app 995 units, auto trans  app 685 units, unknown 15, Rally Blue color 700 (?)
1999: 5 spd 1,950, auto 350
2000: coupe 5spd 2,350, auto. 530,  sedan: 5 spd 1,625, auto 1,600