2005 Subaru Impreza Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The 2.5 RS now has drive-by-wire electronic throttle control and a new four-speed automatic transmission. The dashboard center stack/console has been redesigned with improved cupholders and fancier metallic trim. The 2.5 RS wagon, which boasts the RS sedan's upgraded suspension tuning, alloy wheels and sport seats, has replaced last year's 2.5 TS wagon. The WRX picks up automatic climate control, redesigned alloy wheels and body-color ground effects. Smoke-tinted headlight lenses and revised exterior colors round out the changes.

　　

zzdcar says

　　From the RS wagon to the WRX, the all-wheel-drive Impreza is a practical, fun-to-drive alternative to the typically dull cars that populate its segment of the market.

　　

2005 Impreza Highlights

Type: SedanWRX STIWagonWagon

　　Trim: 2.5 RSOutback SportOutback Sport Special EditionWRX2.5 RS

　　

Base MSRP	$18,245
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$164/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	27.9 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles