Subaru impreza - overview

For the new Impreza, Subaru aimed to deliver absolute quality without sacrificing the legendary abilities for which it has become famous the world over. So, the phenomenal stability provided by the combination of the Subaru Boxer engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is still very much in evidence. But it’s now built into a contemporary and highly versatile package. With nine models available, the new Impreza offers three engines, each more economical and environmentally-friendly than its predecessor. With prices starting at just £12,995 on the road and higher levels of specification across the board, it's even better value.

Value-packed and stylish, the 1.5R has drivability, reliability and build quality that set it apart from others in its class. The new model features all-new high quality materials throughout and offers enhanced passenger access with extra-wide opening rear doors. Air conditioning, ABS, electric windows and mirrors and a new high quality CD/Radio compatible with MP3 and WMA offer a taste of the outstanding specification. Plus, for the first time, it’s available with both manual and automatic transmission.

Practicality, versatility and strong performance are key to the 2.0R. The 150PS engine provides reassuringly rapid acceleration to keep you out of trouble and Subaru's legendary Vehicle Dynamics Control prevents loss of traction in extreme conditions. It’s stylish too, with 16" Alloy wheels and colour-coded door handles and mirrors.

At the top of the normally aspirated range sits the 2.0RX model. Featuring the same 2.0 engine as the R model, it offers a higher degree of refinement in an even more luxurious package. Sports seats, a push-button engine start and 10 speaker DVD Sat Nav System compliment a range of subtle body-enhancements to the exterior, rear privacy glass and 17" Alloy Wheels. With prices from £17,995 On The Road, it's great value, too.

Available in very limited numbers, the new 2.5 WRX keeps all the virtues of its predecessor as well as the ride and handling with which the badge is synonymous and marries it to a much more sophisticated package. With 230 PS and over 320 Nm of torque, delivered at just 2800 RPM, the 2.5 WRX costs £20,095 On The Road.