Subaru Impreza Estate 1993-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cracking wee car. Pity I can't afford the Turbo...

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bit gutsy on fuel. At 1.7tons tare weight, no wonder!

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cracking drive. Very safe on soggy Scottish motorways!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Could do with some more oomph! Great torque in low gears. Ideal tow cars.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Starts every time, rain or shine.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Added alloys, front fogs and mud-flaps. Now really looks the part.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats could be more comfy. Gets sore on long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    No alarm/immobiliser fitted by manufacturer.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great if you avoid main dealers. They're VERY PRICEY! Now driving my fourth Subaru.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Check oil after a long journey. Cam-belt MUST be changed every 45,000 miles.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes