exterior photos

Outback Sport logo

Topaz Premium wagon (note painted mirrors, alloy wheels, fog lights)	Newport Blue wagon, 2.5i shown (note black mirrors, no fog lights, wheel covers)
Outback Sport	new LED tail lights on 5 door wagon dark wagon taillights (painted), done aftermarket. Blue WRX shown
Lightning Red Premium wagon (note painted mirrors, fog lights)	roof rack cross bars, carry 175#, fit 4 and 5 door, easy on-off.  Intended for on demand use due to wind noise
Outback Sport has heating elements in the windshield that warms and de-ices front wipers

2.5i 16" steel wheel with full wheel cover

Premium 16x6.5" 12 spoke alloy wheel

Outback Sport 17x7" 5 spoke alloy wheel

interior photos cargo area photos are below
Ivory interior, Premium shown	gray cloth Outback Sport
Sportshift in Drive, move to left for Manual mode	instrument panel, notice no temp. guage.  (the WRX one) this is the blue dashboard engine temperature warning light on when the engine is first started and still cold.  Red means the engine is too hot!	US speedometer has MPH with smaller KMH.
Premium and Outback Sport steering wheel with audio and cruise controls	Outback Sport & Premium steering wheel audio controls all models have steering wheel cruise control	driver door panel (Ivory shown) driver door panel with bottle holder (gray shown)
wagon has good rear and side visibilty	optional cargo nets, 5 door	optional iPod input plug, shown with iphone
2.5i and Premium console cupholders, Ivory shown	Dashboard light, mirror controls are left of steering wheel.  Note the VDC 'off' button. Outback Sport shown	upper console (Outback Sport shown)
Power outlet in center console on all models; shown with auxilliary stereo input plug on Premiums (optional on 2.5i). Navigation system includes audio video inputs. See more here:interior	info display at top of center console includes outside temp (F only, no C settings),  average fuel economy, clock, passenger airbag on-off light (shown off), and clock set buttons (+/-)	new laser cut key, with Immobilizer
front door have an easy spot to grip that is especially  good if you need to hold the door for support	close-up of grip spot on both front doors	many more photos of the interior

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About the Subaru Impreza

 updates and 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

1/27/09 New accessory  Chrome Sport Grill with a JDM look for all 2008/09 Imprezas available- dark gray frame around black mesh with chrome horizontal bar

11/19/08 Update: iPod interface recharge function doesn't work with new Nano 4th generation and iPod Touch 2nd generation. Other functions still work but they don't recharge. Subaru is working on a new version of the interface.

4/11/08 STI Coil Springs available for the 2008 Impreza 4 and 5 door models. The new pink STI Coil Springs are specifically tuned for street performance and are approximately 25 percent stiffer than the stock springs. Vehicle ride height is also reduced by about 10mm. The lower center of gravity and reduced body roll results in noticeably improved handling. While the STI Springs have been developed specifically for the 2008 WRX models, the springs also have application to all 2008 Impreza 4 and 5 door models, excluding the STI. The STI Coil Springs are covered under the 3-Year, 36,000 mile Genuine Subaru Accessory Parts Warranty, and may be installed by the dealer.

10/21/07 Crash test, 08 Impreza gets Good in the frontal offset crash test from IIHS. 'Dummy movement was well controlled. After the dummy moved forward into the airbag, it rebounded into the seat without its head coming close to any stiff structure that could cause injury. Injury measures — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity..'  more

September 6, 2007 Roof rack (roof carrier base), standard on the Outback Sport and optional on other models, is intended to be used 'on demand' as removed when not in use. This is due to wind noise.

July 2007: 2008 prices and specs announced, car expected to start arriving August 2007. The 2008 Impreza is completely remodeled. The models are 2.5i 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon, 2.5i Premium sedan and wagon, Premium sedan and wagon with Satellite Radio (Sirius) and Navigation (exc Hawaii, Alaska), and Outback Sport wagon. The wheelbase grows  to 103.1" from 99.4". All 2008 models have Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
new previous owners take note because this is new for Subaru. The headlights are now auto off when the ignition key is removed from the ignition cylinder, not when the car is turned off. The parking lights and headlights can be turned back on when the key has been removed and drain the battery though there is a warning chime!
more to come...

August 21, 2006: 2007 prices, features announced. Cars expected in August. Price drop on 2.5i. 2.5i gets storage box instead of ashtray, new gray interior trim, Outback Sport SE gets iPod auxiliary plug instead of ashtray, MP3, Sirius radio (3 months free, after that a subscription is required), climate control, 240 watt CD changer, subwoofer/amp. WRX, STI get 120 watt CD changerm, MP3, auxiliary input plug, Sirius radio pre-wired, leather wrapped steering wheel. The 07 Outback Sport SE no longer comes with standard armrest, auto dimming mirror or spoiler.
2007 STI Limited model, 800 to be produced, individually numbered, Satin White or Urban Gray, with silver 17" alloys. STI Limited is the same price as the STI! Price drop $300 on 2.5is. A small rear trunk lip spoiler  and no roof vane spoiler, black painted brake calipers w/ white lettering. Other upgrades are leather heated seats, sunroof, fog lights, iPod plug, fog lights, upgraded carpeting, sound installation, darker metallic trim, auto dimming mirrior/compass. Dec. 21, 06 New mid-year model announced: 2.5i SE sedan with upgraded stereo, climate control, moonroof
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.
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Recommended Maintenance

WARRANTIES

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 all models recommended at 3 mos or 3000 miles whichever comes first. Required on turbo and 6 cylinders. 2.5L required at 7,500 miles or 7 mos. 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 svc: replace major fluids, spark plugs, (WRX 60,000) and filters. 60,000 miles (WRX spark plugs) - repeat 30,000 105,000 miles replace timing belt. April 2008 late 2008 Impreza (except STI), models will be transitioned from using the old coolant to the new coolant until inventory of the old coolant is exhausted. Therefore, some vehicles will have the old type (green) color; some vehicles will have a mixture of both the old type (green) color and the new type (blue) color, and some vehicles will have the new type (blue) color. The maintenance schedule for all of these vehicles is 30 months/48,000Km (30,000 miles).

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

2008 Safety Features front passenger airbag is on or off based on occupant weight (app 80lbs) 2008 Impreza 2.5i, Premium, Outback Sport crash test window sticker  rear child seat anchor with the  cloth flap open for access 10/21/07 Crash test, 08 Impreza gets Good in the frontal offset crash test from IIHS. 'Dummy movement was well controlled. After the dummy moved forward into the airbag, it rebounded into the seat without its head coming close to any stiff structure that could cause injury. Injury measures — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity..'  more

new Side Curtain Airbags, front and rear newTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) on all models new  Headlights are Auto-off with ignition key removal, warning chime with lights back on. new 'Brake assist' assists the brake power when the driver cannot depress the brake pedal strongly and the brake power is insufficient. Brake assist generates the brake power according to the speed at which the driver depresses the brake pedal.  Note: When you depress the brake pedal strongly or suddenly, the following phenomena occur. However, even though these occur, they do not indicate any malfunctions, and the brake assist system is operating properly. 1) You might feel that the brake pedal is applied by lighter force and generates a greater braking force. 2) You might hear clicking (knocking) sounds around brake pedal. Airbags: dual front advanced airbags detect driver's seat position and passenger weight and seat position to control airbag deployment Airbags: front and rear side curtain Brakes: anti-lock disc brakes with EBD electronic brake force distribution Collapsible foot pedals to reduce risk to feet in accidents Brakes: EBD, electronic brake force distribution varies front/rear brake power Brakes: low-wear indicators on disc brakes (rear drums on 2.5i)

3 point lap and shoulder belts with Height Adjustable outboard shoulder harness for all (5) occupants. Internal Trunk Release, sedan, emergency inside-trunk release LATCH 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 Re-inforced door beams: Dual front, single rear A Pillar beam April 2008 late 2008 Impreza (except STI), models will be transitioned from using the old coolant to the new coolant until inventory of the old coolant is exhausted. Therefore, some vehicles will have the old type (green) color; some vehicles will have a mixture of both the old type (green) color and the new type (blue) color, and some vehicles will have the new type (blue) color. The maintenance schedule for all of these vehicles is 30 months/48,000Km (30,000 miles).

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PRICES 2008 Impreza 2.5i, Premium, and Outback Sport  subject to change, correction. your final purchase price may vary due to rebates, incentives, dealer markup or discounts Notes, updates 7/16/07 priced announced VDC is Vehicle Dynamic Control (electronic stability control) PRICING NOTE THIS IS A RESEARCH SITE ONLY.  Your purchase price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or discounts, and options
2008 2.5i, Premium 4 door sedan subject to change, correction. your final purchase price may vary due to rebates, incentives, dealer markup or discounts, and of course options	model  code	MSRP, suggested retail list price. Base price +$645 destination  = MSRP, suggested retail list price	base + $645 destination = dealer invoice
sedan 2.5i manual transmission	8JA	$16,995 +$645 = $17,640	$16,245 +$645 = $16,891
sedan 2.5i automatic trans	8JB	$17,995 +$645 = $18,640	$17,163 +$645 = $17,808
sedan Premium 2.5i manual tranmission, VDC	8JC	$18,495 +$645 = $19,140	$17,634 +$645 = $18,279
sedan Premium 2.5i automatic SportShift transmission, VDC	8JD	$19,495 +$645 = $20,140	$18,551 +$645 = $19,196
sedan Premium with Navigation and Satellite radio, manual transmission, VDC	8JE	$20,495 +$645 = $21,140	$19,482 +$645 = $20,127
sedan Premium with Navigation and Satellite radio, automatic SportShift transmission, VDC	8JF	$21,495 +$645 = $22,140	$20,399 +$645 = $21,044
2008 2.5i, Premium or Outback Sport 5 door wagon subject to change, correction. PRICING NOTE THIS IS A RESEARCH SITE ONLY.  Your purchase price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or discounts, and options	model code	MSRP, suggested retail list price. Base price +$645 destination  = MSRP, suggested list price	base + $645 destination = dealer invoice
wagon 2.5i manual	8LA	$17,495 +$645 = $18,140	$16,711 +$645 = $17,356
wagon 2.5i automatic SportShift transmission	8LB	$18,495 +$645 = $19,140	$17,628 +$645 = $18,273
wagon Premium, manual trans, VDC	8LC	$18,995 +$645 = $19,640	$18,098 +$645 = $18,743
wagon Premium, automatic SportShift transmission, VDC	8LD	$19,995 +$645 = $20,640	$19,015 +$645 = $19,660
wagon Premium w/ Navigation and Satellite radio, manual transmission, VDC	8LE	$20,995 +$645 = $21,640	$19,949 +$645 = $20594
wagon Premium w/ Navigation and Satellite radio, automatic SportShift transmission, VDC	8LF	$21,995 +$645 = $22,640	$20,866 +$645 = $21,511
wagon Outback Sport, manual transmission, VDC	8LJ	$19,995 +$645 = $20,640	$19,003 +$645 = $19,648
wagon Outback Sport, automatic SportShift transmission, VDC	8LK	$20,995 +$645 = $21,640	$19,920 +$645 = $20,565
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What's NEW for 2008 (a brief summary, subject to change, correction)
model line-up

2008 Dimensions subject to change, correction
model	2.5i 4 door sedan	2.5i 5 door wagon	Outback Sport 5 door wagon
Wheelbase	103.1" (was 99.4")
Overall Length	180.3"	173.8"	173.8"
Width	68.5"	68.5"	67.3"
Height	58.1	58.5	58.9 including cross bars
Ground clearance	5.9"	5.9"	6.3"
Curb weight manual/automatic (pounds)	3,016/3,067	3,071/3,120	3,067/3,120
Headroom front rear	38.6/36.7 (excludes SE with moonroof)	39.7/37.3	39.7/37.3
Legroom front/rear	42.9/33.0	42.9/33.7	42.9/33.7
Cabin capacity	87.6cf	90.4cf	90.4cf
Seat height, driver seat from ground to seat surface lowest to highest position or seat surface, not bolster lip. Hand measured...	18-21"	18-21"	18-21"
23 3/8" from front of the bbrake pedal to front of driver seat.  Hand measured, seat in the lowest position. (Outback Sport shown)

wagon cargo area hand measurements, Impreza wagon
	Cargo area hand measurements A: hatch gate bottom width: 36.5" B: hatch gate bottom to top height: 31"  C: cargo floor length, seats folded up (cargo tray) 31.5" D: cargo floor length, seats folded down: 56" E: cargo floor width at wheel wells (cargo tray): 42" F: cargo width on top of wheel wells" 48" G: rear driver side seat width: 16.5" H: rear seat width: 55" I: cargo floor to roof height: 26.5" J: rear passenger side seat width: 25.5"   Retractable cargo cover (not shown): width 47"
Retractable cargo cover: width 47"
wagon rear seat folded flat, 55" from side to side
glove box with air filtration behind	wagon spare tire more photos

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2008 Impreza SPECIFICATIONS  subject to change, correction
2008 Specifications	2.5i, Premium, Premium with Navigation, Sat. radio  4 door sedan	2.5i, Premium, Premium with Navigation, Sat. radio,  5 door wagon	Outback Sport  5 door 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	170@6000rpm, 170torque@4400rpm
Emissions	certified 50 State LEV2 (low emission vehicle)
Curb weight: manual/automatic, US pounds	3,064/3,131	3,064/3,131	3,108/3,175
Manual Transmission: 5 speed (MT5)  AWD system: 'Continuous' all wheel drive with mechanically controlled with viscous locking center differential. 50/50 front back power split. Fuel Economy city/highway  20/27 Regular fuel,  87 octane Fuel tank size: new 16.9 US gals	S	S with VDC	S with VDC
Automatic transmission: Electronic direct control (4eat) Sportshift 4 speed with manual mode AWD system: 'Active' all wheel drive is electronically controlled, front  axle biased for normal dry road driving, and instantly transfers power  to rear axle on demand Fuel economy:city/highway  20/27 MPG Regular unleaded fuel, 87octane Fuel tank size: new 16.9 US gals	0	0 with VDC	0 with VDC
Gear Ratios	Manual: 1st 3.454, 2nd 2.062, 3rd 1.448, 4th 1.088, 5th .780. Final 3.9 Automatic: 1st 2.785, 2nd 1.545, 3rd 1. 4th .694. Final 4.111
(top) 2008 Impreza specifications subject to change, correction	2.5i, Premium sedan	2.5i Premium wagon	Outback Sport wagon
All Wheel Drive see various types listed above new for Impreza VDC (vehicle dyanmics control) is Subaru's electronic stability control system that monitors wheel spin, brakes, steering angle,  and yaw. If the vehciles intended path is not where the vehcile is going,  VDC applies brakes and/or reduces engine power to help control vehicle.  Includes TCS. new for Impreza TCS (traction control system) is combined with VDC.  Subaru's all speed, all wheel traction control system senses wheel spin  and applies brakes to help minimize it.	S	S with VDC	S with VDC
Incline Start Assist: manual transmission only, won't roll back.  Uses VDC. Similar to the old Hill Holder.	na	S	S
Brakes: 4 channel, 4 sensor ABS anti-lock, with EBD electronic brake force distribution	Front: 10.9" vented disc  Rear: 10.3" drum	Front: 10.9" ventilated disc Rear: 11.3" disc
Brake Assist, assists with braking when pedal is pressed quickly.	na	S	S
Steering: variable assist, engine speed sensitive rack-and-pinion.	S	S	S
Turning radius:	34.8ft	34.8ft	34.8ft
Steering wheel turns, Lock-to-lock:	2.8	2.8	2.8
Wheels/tires:	2.5i: 16x6.5jj with wheel cover 205/55 R16 all season M&S tire Premium: 2.5i: 16x6.5jj 12 spoke alloy 205/55 R16 all season M&S tire		17x7jj 6 spoke, high luster alloy, 205/50R17 all season M&S tire
new Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) detects 25% drop in pressure	S	S	S
Suspension: 4 wheel independent. Front: strut with lower L arm, and stabilizer bar new for 08 Rear: Double Wishbone suspension	S		S  4 wheel independent raised suspension
2008 Impreza specifications subject to change, correction	2.5i, Premium sedan	2.5i Premium wagon	Outback Sport

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2008 Impreza Features subject to change, correction A' available, 'na' not available, 'S' standard
Features subject to change, correction	2.5i sedan, wagon	2.5i Premium, Premium Navigation, Sat. radio sedan, wagon, with VDC	Outback Sport 5 door wagon with VDC
Navigation, 7" touch screen (does not cover Hawaii, Alaska).	na	S on Premium with Navigation and Satellite radio only	na
Power windows Power mirrors Power door locks	S	S	S
Air conditioning	S	S	S
Air Filtration, for passenger cabin	S	S	S
Body colored mirrors	na	S	na
Body colored door handles	na	S	S
Keys: driver's door, ignition, glove box.	front doors, glovebox, trunk (no key in wagon gate)
Keys: Engine Immobilizer chipped key. 3 laser cut keys supplied with car. new for 08	S	S	S
Keyless remote entry with audible chirp	S	S	S
Security system, with ignition disable	S	S	S
Fuel average consumption meter	S	S	S
Cruise control	S	S	S
Headlights: new for 08 auto off with ignition key removal.  Warning chime when lights are turned back on for use with ignition off and key removed.	S	S	S
Daytime running lights	S	S	S
Projector Beam Fog lights	A	S	S
Single exhaust pipe	S	S	S
Two-Tone Paint (urban gray metallic lower accent/bumpers)	na	na	S
Rear Spoiler (standard on wagon)	A	A	A
Armrest	A	A	A
2008 Features subject to change, correction	2.5i sedan, wagon	2.5i Premium sedan, wagon, VDC	Outback Sport wagon, VDC
Stereo, Navigation, Satellite Radio	80w AM/FM/ single CD, 4 speakers, MP3.  Satelittle: Pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio optional: aux input	100W AM/FM/ 6 disc CD changer with 10 speakers, auxiliary audio input, MP3 Optional Navigation with Sirius Satellite radio system: 7" tilting touch screen, GPS, Single disc CD, audio-video inputs Sirius satellite radio with roof antenna	100W AM/FM/ 6 disc CD changer with 10 speakers, auxiliary audio input, MP3 Satelittle: Pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio
Illuminated: interior trunk release handle glove box light trunk or cargo area light	S	S	S
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 shift knob	A	S	S
Leather Steering wheel, leather parking brake handle	na	na	S: SE
Tinted windows	S	S	S
Outside temperature gauge	S	S	S
Wipers: variable speed	S	S	S
Rear Defroster	S	S	S
Rear Wiper	wagon only	wagon only	wagon only
Rear down rear seat, 60/40 split	S	S	S
Height adjustable driver's seat	S	S	S
Floor mats	S	S	S
Roof rack, fixed position, 175lb capacity, easy on-off. 'On demand' use due to wind noise	A	A	S
Vanity Mirror, dual	S	S	S
Carpeted floor mats	S	S	S
features subject to change, correction	2.5i sedan, wagon	2.5i Premium sedan, wagon, VDC	Outback Sport, VDC

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2008 Impreza Options how to read: List Price (invoice) 'A' available, '--' not available, 'S' standard These are factory installed prices! Your price may vary due to rebates or other incentives, dealer mark-up or discount. Dealer prices may be higher. subject to change and correction.
PACKAGED OPTIONS, 2008 how to read: Factory installed  List Price (dealer invoice). Dealer price may vary. subject to change and correction.	2.5i  4 door sedan	Premium sedan, VDC	Satellite radio, Navigation sedan, VDC	2.5i 5 door wagon	Premium wagon, VDC	Satellite radio, Navigation wagon, VDC	Outback Sport 5 door wagon, VDC
Popular Equipment Group 1, center armrest, 2 trunk cargo nets: $206 ($134) sedan only	A	A	A	--	--	--	--
Popular Equipment Group 2, center armrest, rear cargo net, rear seatback cargo net: $249 ($162) wagon only	--	--	A	A	A	A	A
Popular Equipment Group 3A, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror with Compass, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade $319 ($218)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Popular Equipment Group 3B, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror with Compass and Homelink Garage door opener, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade $404 ($263)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Popular Equipment Group 4, Remote engine start, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade: $559 ($407), automatic transmission only	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Popular Equipment Group 4B, Remote engine start, Security System Shock Sensor alarm upgrade, Auto Dimming Rear view mirror with compass: $751 ($532), automatic transmission only	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Audio Package 1, iPod interface, subwoofer/amp, security alarm upgrade $665 ($433), not available with Nav. or satellite radio. 11/19/08 Update: iPod interface recharge function doesn't  work with new Nano 4th generation and iPod Touch 2nd  generation. Other functions still work but they don't recharge.  Subaru is working on a new version of the interface.	A	A	--	A	A	--	A
Audio Package 2, Sirius Satellite Radio, Subwoofer/Amp $768 ($545) subwoofer na w/ Navigation	A	A	--	A	A	--	A
Audio Package 3, XM Satellite Radio, Subwoofer/Amp $768 ($545) subwoofer na w/ Navigation	A	A	--	A	A	--	A
Protection Group 1, front hood protector, cargo tray, rear bumper cover, wheel locks $256 ($165) wagon only	--	--	--	A	A	A	--
Sport Trim 1, Sport Mesh Grill, body colored side molding: $493 ($321)	A	A	A	A	A	A	--
Sport Trim 2, Sport Mesh Grill,  body colored rear spoiler: $675 ($477)  sedan only	A	A	A	--	--	--	--
INDIVIDUAL OPTIONS How to read: Factory installed List Price (dealer invoice). Dealer price may vary. Your price may vary due to rebates, incentives, mark-up, discount. Subject to change and correction.	2.5i sedan	Premium sedan	Prm sedan w/ Satellite radio, Navigation sedan	2.5i wagon	Premium wagon	Prm wgn w/ Satellite radio, Navigation wagon	Outback Sport
Rear Spoiler, body colored: $380 ($285) sedan only	A	A	A	--	--	--	--
Sport Grill $295 ($192)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Fog lights $365 ($237)	A	S	S	A	S	S	S
Cross Bars, roof carrier base $250 ($150) 175 pound capacity, fixed position	A	A	A	A	A	A	S
Side trunk nets, set of 2, $32 ($28) sedan only	A	A	A	--	--	--	--
Rear Cargo net, $37 ($24) wagon only	--	--	--	A	A	A	A
Rear seatback cargo net $49 ($32) wagon only	--	--	--	A	A	A	A
Remote engine start, automatic only $432 ($324)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Auto dimming rear view mirror, compass, Homelink $277 ($180)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Auto dimming rear view mirror, compass: $192 ($125)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Center armrest $163 ($106)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Cargo tray $75 ($46) wagon only	--	--	--	A	A	A	S
Rear seat cupholders $85 ($55)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Exhaust tip, single $50, ($32), 5 door wagon only	--	--	--	A	S	S	A
Exhaust tips, double $59, ($38) 4 door sedan only	A	S	S	--	--	--	--
Front hood protector $70 ($46)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Front bumper underguard: $189, $123	A	A	A	A	A	A	S
Front underspoiler: $299, ($244), body colored	A	A	A	A	A	A	--
Rear bumper cover $69 ($45) wagon only	--	--	--	A	A	A	S
Shock Sensor security alarm upgrade $115 ($75)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Splash Guards, body colored: $132 ($86)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Body side molding, body colored: $198 ($129)	A	A	A	A	A	A	S
Wheel Locks $42 ($28)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Rubber floor mats, full set, $42 ($28)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
model How to read: Factory Installed List Price (dealer invoice). Dealer price may vary. Your price may vary due to rebates, incentives, mark-up, discount. Subject to change and correction.	2.5i sedan	Premium sedan	Satellite radio, Navigation sedan	2.5i wagon	Premium wagon	Satellite radio, Navigation wagon	Outback Sport
Stereo: aux input jack $97 ($63)	A	S	S	A	S	S	S
Stereo: Sirius Satellite radio $453 ($340) 1-888-539-7474	A	A	S	A	A	S	A
Stereo: XM Satellite radio $453 ($340) 800-XMRADIO, 800-967-2346	A	A	--	A	A	--	A
Stereo: Subwoofer/amplifier $315 ($215)	A	A	--	A	A	--	A
Stereo: i-Pod interface, fits ipod only, allows control through the factory stereo. $223 ($145) With the factory aux input any music device will work controled through the device.  11/19/08 Update: iPod interface recharge function doesn't work with new Nano 4th generation and iPod Touch 2nd generation. Other functions still work but they don't recharge. Subaru is working on a new version of the interface.	A	A	--	A	A	--	A
PERFORMANCE OPTIONS how to read: factory installed List Price (invoice) Your price may vary due to rebates or other incentives, dealer mark-up, discount.	2.5i  sedan	Premium sedan	Satellite radio, Navigation sedan	2.5i wagon	Premium wagon	Satellite radio, Navigation wagon	Outback Sport wagon
Short shifter $374 ($243), manual trans. only	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Titanium shift knob, manual trans, $159 ($104).	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Titanium shift knob, automatic trans, $159 ($104).	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Momo Leather shift knob Manual trans $102  ($66) Auto trans $117 ($76)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
STI metal pedals, manual trans, $187 ($122)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
STI metal pedals, automatic trans, $163 ($106)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Engine Block Heater not factory installed	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
STI coil over springs (not factory installed) tuned performance, app 25% stiffer than stock, $110 ($82) each, need 4	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
end options how to read: factory installed List Price (invoice) Your price may vary due to rebates or other incentives, dealer mark-up, discount.	2.5i sedan	Premium sedan, VDC	Satellite radio, Navigation sedan, VDC	2.5i Sport wagon	Premium wagon, VDC	Satellite radio, Navigation wagon, VDC	Outback Sport, VDC

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2008 Impreza 2.5i and Outback Colors A available, --  not available subject to change, correction interior  colors 2.5i: Ivory Tricot Cloth or Carbon Black Tricot Cloth Outback Sport: Ivory Cloth or Carbon Black Cloth It's hard to get accurate colors, so it's always best to look at a car with that color (even if not the same model). You'll find many photos of the cars at the top of this page and also on the exterior photo page obsidian black pearl dark gray metallic newport blue pearl topaz gold metallic lightning red spark silver metallic satin white pearl newport blue, steel silver accent Outback Sport Obsidian Black, Dark Gray Outback Sport coming subject to change, correction
Color (code)	2.5i sedan	2.5i Premium sedan	Satellite radio,  Navigation sedan	2.5i wagon	2.5i Premium wagon	Satellite radio,  Navigation wagon	Outback Sport wagon
Obsidian Black Pearl (BLK)	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	--
Spark Silver Metallic (SSK)	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	--
Dark Gray Metallic (DGM)	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	Black Cloth	--
Topaz Gold Metallic  (TGM)	--	--	--	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	--
Lightning Red (RLG)	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	--
Satin White Pearl  (WHI)	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	--
Newport Blue Pearl  (MBP)	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	Ivory Cloth	--
Newport Blue Pearl, Steel Silver Metallic accent  (NB2)	--	--	--	--	--	--	Ivory cloth
Obsidian Black Pearl, Dark Gray Metallic accent (BL2)	--	--	--	--	--	--	Carbon Black cloth
Steel Silver Metallic, Spark Silver accent (SSL)	--	--	--	--	--	--	Carbon Black cloth
Topaz Gold Metallic, Steel silver Metallic accent (TG1)	--	--	--	--	--	--	Ivory cloth
color	2.5i sedan	2.5i Premium sedan	Satellite radio,  Navigation sedan	2.5i wagon	2.5i Premium wagon	Satellite radio,  Navigation wagon	Outback Sport wagon

Impreza 2.5i sedan speed test results, CarandDriver, April, 2007
2007 model, not 2008
'Impreza 2.5i: Tenth Place, Quickest Cars of 2007 Under $20,000 from caranddriver. 'There’s good noise, and there’s bad noise. Since 2001, we’ve loved the endearing growl of Subaru’s boxer engines, and it is fair to say that, of the 10 cars on this list, only a variety of Honda Civics have supplied us with as much fun as have Subaru Imprezas. The shift linkage is quick and positive, the controls are all where they should be....'  more

Zero to 60 mph: 7.9 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 23.1 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 34.1 sec
Street start, 5–60 mph: 9.0 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.0 sec @ 86 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 185 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.80 g

My thoughts  on the 2008 5 door
(note: we own an 02 Impreza Outback Sport, automatic)

1. I think the front passenger seat is way too low, the passenger sits too low.  It's uncomfortable, the door sill is too high for my elbow to rest on, I 'plop' into the seat.
2. The angle of the rear hatch makes the cargo area too small, it's functionally smaller than our 2002 Impreza. Can't load as much, dogs won't like it. The gate should be more upright for increased room, we need room for all the stuff we carry and why else would get a wagon otherwise?!
3. The ride is a bit softer (but not soft) which is nice through some folks may differ. Its just prefereance,
4. Sportshift is good! The automatic shifting is smoother than previous years. I'd definitely use the manual mode and shift a higher RPMs for more zip, though that doesn't help fuel economy at all.  The previous automatic is not quick or responsive.
5. The airbags are good to have, and so are the heated seats and front wipers on the Outbacks.

We're sticking with the 02 though the redesign has many really good pluses.
November, 2008

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