new for 2006, 2.5i  front grill, 2005 RS on right front grill of the 2006 outback Sport has a chromed bezel	front passenger airbag indicator and clock sit on top of the dashboard, shown when first turned on so both on/off lights are on.
new for 2006 rear cargo tie-down bar is on both sides (wagon only).  Passenger side shown with the middle seatbelt and end of the cargo over.	2.5i alloy wheel
2.5i wagon	Outback Sport with steel gray

basic history
Made by Fuji (Subaru) in Ota, Japan.
Introduced in 1993, the Impreza has consistently been top rated. It is about the size of a Corolla or Civic. Over the years is has been available in 2, 4 and 5 door models, with all wheel drive or front wheel drive. Engines offered were a 1.8L, 2.2L, and 2.0L and 2.5L after 2002

2006 available starting late July
All models get: new front end, new headlights, dual stage front Advanced Front Airbags, new taillights, center armrest, outside temperature gauge, air filtration, front seatback net, and front and side head/chest airbags. Models grow 2" in length to 175.8".
RS sedan and wagon models renamed 2.5i (like the Legacy/Outbacks) and the 2.5L horsepower is increased to 173 (from 165hp) with the addition of i-active valves.
Impreza 2.5i sedan and wagon now have 16" alloys, air filtration and either gray or beige interior.
Outback Sport continues with 2 tone paint, upgraded interior, chromed front grill bezel, an optional Special Edition SE discount package adds leather steering wheel and shift knob, upgraded 260 watt CD changer with subwoofer and 6 speakers, armrest, auto dimming mirror/compass and rear spoiler.
WRX is available in 2 new models for a total of 3 models. New for 2005 is a base WRX TR (Tuner Ready) sedan and a WRX Limited sedan and wagon (replaces the previous Premium sedan), in addition to the standard WRX sedan and wagon.
The WRX with automatic transmission is available in Limited only.
All WRXs get new larger 2.5L engine with 230hp and Active Valves, 17" 7spoke alloys, engine immobilizer key, 4 piston front, 2 piston rear brakes with red painted calipers, Body colored side ground effects, leather steering wheel...
New for 2006 WRX Limited package finally available on sedan and wagon, includes leather (a first on the WRX), sunroof, all weather package and more
STi renamed STI (capital I) and gets new day-time running lights (DRL), lower profile hood scoop, steering wheel sensor added to improve the DCCDs response in cornering, roof-vane spoiler.

2005: Available May 05. Price increase on cars delivered to dealers starting 9/04. The low priced TS wagon renamed RS wagon and the RS sedan/wagon are the lowest price Subaru for 05. The RS sedan has actually dropped in price. New models: RS sedan has optional Sport Package model and Outback Sport has optional Special Edition (SE) package available August 2004. New colors.

2004: Minor and positive changes to the RS, TS, Outback models which was substantially remodeled in 2002. Changes include a new look to the dashboard components (vents, gauges etc), upgraded brakes with EBD, Active front headrests, central power lock switch, no key hole in rear gate (wagons), new head and tail lights.
New colors, san Remo Red and Java Black. New WRX STi model available

2003: very few changes. TS  gets cruise control, RS and Outback get keyless entry and dual vanity mirrors, RS gets trunk light, WRX gets illuminated ignition key ring and new limited production Sonic Yellow. Yellow is available in both sedan and wagon, but the sedan is only available with the rear spoiler and has a separate model code. App 1,500 yellow WRXs will be made.

2002 is the first major re-design of the Impreza line.

2001-1993 visit the archives

Impreza fits many budgets and lifestyles.
Same size as the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Ford Focus etc
Impreza offers Subaru dependability, is the one of the few compact wagons available and is the only such vehicle to offer all-wheel-drive.
Standard 165 horsepower, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, CD player, power windows, locks and mirrors.

Outbacks? There are 2 Outbacks. Confused?

Impreza Outback Sport is a version of the Impreza (this page).
Legacy Outback is a version of the larger Legacy.

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Recommended Maintenance: New Car 1,000 mile break-in period- keep RPMs under 4000 (manual transmissions), vary speeds highway and city driving, avoid hard starts/stops, warm up and cool down engine, Be nice to it... it's new. 1st oil change 3000 miles/3 months Oil change: every 3,750 with normal urban on-off, stop-go driving or at least every 7,500 Tire rotation 7,500 miles 15,000 miles - minor service, inspection, air and other filter changes as necessary. 30,000 miles service with major fluids, spark plugs, (WRX 60,000) and filters change. 60,000 miles (WRX spark plugs) - repeat 30,000 105,000 miles replace timing belt.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT new Dual Front Advanced Airbags detect driver's seat position and passenger weight and seat position to control airbag deployment new Dual Side front head and chest airbags Collapsible Pedals (gas, brake, clutch) to reduce foot risk in accidents EBD Brakes: electronic brake Force distribution: varies front/rear braking Active Front Headrests: reduce whiplash 3-point lap and shoulder belts with Height Adjustable outboard shoulder harness for all (5) occupants. Internal Trunk Release (sedans),  emergency inside-trunk release handle Child seat Tethers, and Uniform Mounting Clips Childproof rear door locks and windows. Daytime running lights Crumple zones: front and rear Drop-down motor mounts Dual front, single rear door re-inforcements Anti-lock brakes

WARRANTIES Bumper-to-bumper: 3 year/36,000 mile Roadside assistance: 3 year/36,000 mile (1-800-261-2155) 3year/36,000 service adjustment (adjustment performed one time) 3year/36,000 mile Wear Item Warranty  brakes, clutch disc lining, wiper blades Powertrain: 5 year/ 60,000 mile Corrosion: 5 year/100,000 mile Wear and adjustment: 12 month/12,000 mile Does not cover wear or damage due to competitive driving

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2006 IMPREZA PRICES Notes, updates Cars available starting late July 2005. January 2006. Invoice increase $275 on cars delivered starting mid-February 2006 replaces SoA advertising fee. MSRP not effected. See June advertising notes.  June 2006 $275 advertising charge on the dealer invoice is not included. Add $275 to the invoice for correct calculations. Note This fee discontinued on cars delivered starting mid 2/06, see Jan 06 entry above 2006 Destination now $625 (was $575 ) Residents of Alaska: add $150 destination to $775 Residents of NY, NJ, RI, NH, VT, MA, (New England), and Hawaii. Please contact your local dealer, prices may vary.
2006 Impreza 2.5i and Outback Sport	code	MSRP +$625 destination suggested list price	invoice + $625 destination Cars built before 2/06 may have $275 advertising feeon the invoice. see January notes above
2.5i sedan manual transmission	6JA	$18,295 +$625 = $18,920	$17,061 +$625 = $17,686 2/06: $17.336  +$625 = $17,961
2.5i sedan automatic trans	6JB	$19,095 +$625 = $19,720	$17,795 +$625 = $18,420 2/06: $18,070 +$625 = $18,695
2.5i wagon manual trans	6LA	$18,295 +$625 = $18,920	$17,063 +$625 = $17,688 2/06: $17,338 +$625 = $17,963
2.5i wagon automatic trans	6LB	$19,095 +$625 = $19,720	$17,797 +$625 = $18,422 2/06: $18,072 +$625 = $18,697
Outback Sport wagon manual trans	6LK	$19,195 +$625 = $19,820	$17,881 +$625 = $18,506 2/06: $18,156 +$625 = $18781
Outback Sport wagon automatic trans	6LL	$19,995 +$625 = $20,620	$18,615 +$625 = $19,240 2/06: $18,890 +$625 = $19,515
Outback Sport SE Special Edition manual trans	6LM	$19,695 +$625 = $20,320	$18,340 +$625 = $18,965 2/06: $18,615 +$625 = $19,240
Outback Sport SE automatic trans	6LN	$20,495 +$625 = $21,120	$19,074 +$625 = $19,699 2/06: $19,349 +$625 = $19,974
2006 Impreza WRX and STi	codes	MSRP +$625 destination suggested list price	invoice + $625 destination Cars built before 2/06 may have $275 advertising fee on the invoice. see January notes above
WRX TR (tuner ready) sedan, manual transmission	6JC	$23,995 +$625 = $24,620	$22,297 +$625 = $22,912 2/06: $22,562 +$625 = $23,187
WRX sedan manual transmission	6JD	$24,995 +$625 = $25,620	$23,206 +$625 = $23,831 2/06: $23,481 +$625 = $24,106
WRX Limited sedan (grey or beige leather), manual trans	6JE, 6JF	$27,495 +$625 = $28,120	$25,500 +$625 = $26,125 2/06: $25,775 +$625 = $26,400
WRX Limited sedan (grey or beige leather), automatic trans	6JG, 6JH	$28,495 +$625 = $29,120	$26,417 +$625 = $27,042 2/06: $26,692 +$625 = $27,317
WRX wagon, manual transmission	6LC	$24,495 +$625 = $25,120	$22,747 +$625 = $23,372 2/06: $23,022 +$625 = $23,647
WRX Limited wagon (grey or beige leather), manual transmission	6LE, 6LF	$26,995 +$625 = $27,620	$25,041 +$625 = $25,666 2/06: $25,316 +$625 = $25,941
WRX Limited wagon, (grey or begie leather) automatic trans	6LG, 6LH	$27,995 +$625 = $28,620	$25,958 +$625 = $26,583 2/06: $26,233 +$625 = $26,858
STI sedan, manual trans (gold or silver alloys)	5JI gold 5JJ silver	$32,995 +$625 = $33,620	$30,769 +$625 = $31,394 2/06: $31,044 +$625 = $31,669
end 2006 Impreza	code	2006 MSRP base +$625 destination = MSRP	2006 invoice Cars built before 2/06 may have $275 advertising fee on the invoice. see January notes above

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model line-up: 2.5i sedan, 2.5i wagon, Outback Sport, Outback Sport SE
 

Cargo area hand measurements, 2006-2002 Impreza wagon all Impreza wagons 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006  (WRX shown with performance buckets) A: gate width at bottom on door 29" B: gate width at middle of door 40.5" (at top of gate 34") C: cargo width on top of wheel wells 49" D: cargo width at floor between wheel wells 37" E: cargo length with rear seat folded down, measured to top of seat but not including headrest 59.5" F: gate opening height, top to bottom,  32" G: cargo floor with seat up 36" H: interior height floor-to-ceiling 23-33" depending on where I: length from top of rear seat to inside rear gate 27"

specs
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2006 SPECIFICATIONS  subject to change, correction
Specifications	2.5i Sedan	2.5i Sport wagon	Outback Sport,  Outback Sport SE wagon
ENGINE	2.5L 4 cyl boxer SOHC 16 valve i-active valve system Aluminum heads and block Sequential multi-port fuel injection compression 10:1 Platinum spark plugs, NGK FR5AP-11, firing order 1-3-2-4 Idle speed Manual 650±100, Auto 700±100
Horsepower/Torque	173@6000rpm, 166torque@4400rpm
Emissions	50 State LEV (low emission vehicle)
Curb weight: manual/automatic, US pounds	2972/3024	3062/3110	3058/3110
Manual Transmission: 5 speed (MT5)  AWD system: Continuos all wheel drive, mechanically controlled with viscous locking center differential Fuel Economy city/highway 22-29, Regular fuel (87 octane) Tank 15.9 US gals	S	S	S
Automatic transmission: 4spd electronic direct control (4eat) AWD system: Active all wheel drive, electronically controlled Fuel economy:city/highway 23-28 Regular unleaded fuel (87octane) Tank 15.9 US gals	0	0	0
Final Gear Ratios	manual: 3.900 automatic: 4.111
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Brakes: 4 channel, 4 sensor ABS anti-lock, with EBD electronic brake force distribution	Front: 10.8" vented twin-caliper piston.  Rear: 10.3" solid disc
Steering: variable assist, speed sensitive rack-and-pinion.	S	S	S
Turning radius:	35.4ft	33.5ft	35.4ft
Steering wheel turns, Lock-to-lock:	3.0	3.2	3.0
Wheels/tires:	16x6.5" 5spoke alloy,  205/55R16 all season tire		16x6.5" 7spoke alloy, 205/55R16 all season tire
Suspension: McPherson-type strut, 4 wheel independent, Front and rear stabilizer bars	S,  Sport tuned		S Heavy-Duty Raised
Power windows, mirrors, locks	S	S	S
Body colored mirrors	na	na	na
Air Conditioning.	S	S	S
Key locations: driver's door, ignition, glove box.  Note, wagon only: with car battery dead and the rear gate locked, it can only be unlocked from inside the rear gate by crawling into the cargo area and pulling off a small matchbook sized cover in the center of the gate. See owner's manual for details and call Subaru to tell them to key the gate 800-SUBARU3	front doors, glovebox, trunk (no key in wagon gate)
Cruise control	S	S	S
Headlights: Smoked lens, multi-reflector 4 beam halogen	S	S	S
Daytime running lights	S	S	S
Projector Beam Fog lights	0	0	S
Single exhaust pipe	S	S	S
Two-Tone Paint (steel gray metallic lower accent/bumpers)	na	na	S
Rear Spoiler	0	0	0: Outback S: on SE
Armrest	0	0	0: Outback S: on SE
Features	2.5i Sedan	2.5i Sport Wagon	Outback Sport, SE
Stereo	80w AM/FM/CD, 4 speakers		Outback: 80W AM/FM/CD with 4 speakers SE pkg: 260 watt Premium CD changer, 6 speakers, tweeters, upgraded speakers, subwoofer/amp
Keyless remote entry with new audible chirp replaces honk	S	S	S
Security system, with ignition disable	S	S	S
Illuminated: interior trunk release handle glove box light trunk or cargo area light	S	S	S
Front fender: wide type	S	na	na
2 Cupholders in center console	S	S	S
2 rear cupholders	S	S	S
Air filtration system, removes dust/pollen. Replace the paper filter yearly	S	S	S
Leather Steering wheel, leather parking brake handle, leather shift knob	na	na	S: SE
Tinted windows	S	S	S
Outside temperature gauge	S	S	S
Wipers: variable speed interval	S	S	S
Rear defroster, Wagon has Rear Wiper, 1spd fixed interval	S	S	S
Rear seat armrest pass through, sedan Fold down rear seats, 60/40 fold down rear seats, wagon	S	S	S
Dash gauges: red needles, white letters, black background	S	S	S
Sport design dash gauges with silver trim	na	na	S
Height adjustable driver's seat	S	S	S
Floor mats	S	S	S
Roof rack	na	rails only 0 cross bars	S rails with cross bars
Vanity Mirror, dual	S	S	S
Rear cargo power outlet	na	na	S
Carpeted floor mats	S	S	S
end standard features/specs	2.5i Sedan	2.5i wagon	Outback Sport, SE

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2006 Impreza Options These are factory installed prices.  Dealer installed prices may be higher due to labor and part costs. subject to change and correction.
PACKAGED OPTIONS, 2006	2.5i  sedan	2.5i Sport Wagon	Outback Sport Special Edition SE
Popular Equipment Group 1- roof rack cross bars, splash guards $316 ($201)	na	0	na
Popular Equipment Group 2A - Shock sensor security upgrade, Auto-dimming mirror/compass  $298 ($195)	na	na	0
Popular Equipment Group 2B - Shock sensor security upgrade, Auto-dimming mirror/compass and Homelink $385 ($250)	na	na	0 na SE, see below
Popular Equipment Group 2C - Shock sensor security upgrade, Auto-dimming mirror/compass and Homelink upgrade because the mirror/compass is standard on Outback SE pkg  $202 ($131)	na	na	0: SE only see above
Popular Equipment Group 4 - cargo bin, rubber floor mats $170 ($105)	na	na	0
Popular Equipment Group 5- Rear cargo bin, rubber floor mats, cargo area tray  $245 ($151)	na	0	na
Popular Equipment Group 6 Rear cargo net, Cargo Area Spotlight $87 ($53)	na	na	0
Protection Group- Rear Differential protector, Hood deflector, Rear window dust deflector  $324 ($199)	na	0	0
Stereo: Premium Sound Package 1- Upgraded speakers, subwoofer/amplifier, Tweeters.  $579 ($377)	0	0	0: 0utback S: SE
Stereo: Premium Sound Pkg 2- 6disc CD changer, upgraded speakers, subwoofer/amp, tweeters $944 ($613)	0 S on Sport Package	0	0: Outback S: SE
INDIVIDUAL OPTIONS	2.5i sedan	2.5i Sport wagon	Outback Sport, SE
Rear Spoiler: sedan $399 ($300); wagon $364 ($237)	0	0	0 S: SE
Shock Sensor security alarm upgrade $115 ($75)	0	0	0
Fog Lights, projector beam $395 ($257)	0	0	S
Rear Differential Protector  $110 ($71)	0	0	0
Hood deflector - bug guard $93 ($49)	0	0	0
Floor mats, rubber $55 ($33)	0	0	0
Rear window dust deflector $121 ($79), wagon only	na	0	0
Rear bumper cover  $60 ($39), wagon only	na	0	S
Cargo area tray  $75 ($46), wagon only	na	0	S
Cargo area bin  $115 ($72), wagon only	na	0	0
Roof Rack Cross Bars $179 ($111), wagon only	na	0	S
Rear cargo net $42 ($27), wagon only	na	0	0
Trailer Hitch with receiver insert  $300 ($195), wagon only	na	0	0
model reminder	2.5i  sedan	2.5i Sport wagon	Outback Sport, SE
Mud Flaps, black unpainted $137 ($90)	0	0	na
Mud Flaps, Painted  Steel Gray Metallic $156 ($102)	na	na	0
Wheel locks  $42 ($28)	0	0	0
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror w/ Compass $183 ($119)	0	0	0, S on SE model
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror w/ Compass and Homelink $270 ($175)	na	0	0 na on SE see below
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror w/ Compass and Homelink upgrade because the mirror/compass is standard  $87 ($56)	na	na	0
Cargo Area Spotlight, handheld  $65 ($39), plugs into power sockets	na	0	0
Stereo: CD Changer $365 ($236)	0	0	0 S on SE
Stereo: Tweeters $105 ($68)	0	0	0 S on SE
Stereo: Upgraded speakers $201 ($131)	0	0	0 S on SE
Stereo: Subwoofer/amplifier $273 ($178)	0	0	0 S on SE
PERFORMANCE OPTIONS	2.5i  sedan	2.5i wagon	Outback Sport wagon
Short Throw Shifter $345 ($225)	0	0	0
Titanium shift knob (IYG) $159 ($104).	0	0	0
Momo Leather shift knob Manual trans $102  ($66) Auto trans $117 ($76)	0	0	0
Engine Block Heater. list price plus installation $29.95, Dealer supplied only	0	0	0
end options	2.5i sedan	2.5i Sport wagon	Outback Sport

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2006 IMPREZA 2.5i and Outback COLORS A available, --  not available  subject to change, correction
Color	2.5i sedan	2.5i wagon	Outback Sport wagon	Outback Sport SE wagon
Aspen White	anthracite black cloth	anthracite black cloth	--	--
Regal Blue Pearl	anthracite black cloth	anthracite black cloth	steel gray metallic accent Graphite Gray cloth	steel gray metallic accent Graphite Gray cloth
Evergreen Metallic (pale frost green)	--	--	steel gray metallic accent Desert Beige cloth	steel gray metallic accent Desert Beige Cloth
Steel Gray Metallic (darker gray)	anthracite black cloth	anthracite black cloth	crystal gray metallic accent Graphite Gray cloth	steel gray metallic accent Graphite Gray cloth
Crystal Gray Metallic (lighter gray)	anthracite black cloth	anthracite black cloth	--	--
San Remo Red	anthracite black cloth	anthracite black cloth	steel gray metallic accent Desert Beige cloth	steel gray metallic accent Desert Beige cloth
Obsidian Black Pearl	anthracite black cloth	anthracite black cloth	steel gray metallic accent Desert Beige cloth	steel gray metallic accent Desert Beige cloth
color	2.5i sedan	2.5i wagon	Outback Sport wagon	Outback Sport SE

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