Subaru Impreza Estate Turbo 2000 4WD 5d (2001/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
My 3rd Impreza, I bought it for £11k - not a fault on it and I fully expect it to go for a good number of years.
Costs
Petrol consumption is reasonable on a gentle run, back roads and heavy foots will cost though.
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On the road
Driving
Great fun, just don't get carried away if there's lots of luggage in the boot.
Performance
Nippy car, can outrun most family wagons and cruise happily on the motorway. I've not tried yet, but I suspect towing will be unhindered.
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Living with it
Reliability
Faultless. Typical Japanese mechanics. Interior is ageing a little, but everything works.
Image
The turbo scoop, the spoilers and the name, impresses most passers by.
Comfort
Air con is a must these days, but was optional so shop around for it. Electric windows/mirrors/PAS etc. Sports seats hug nicely.
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Security and Service
Security
Standard Impreza alarm isn't much cop. Recommend parking in sensible places, steering wheel locks and tracker. Garage it and hide keys when at home.
Service
Aside from the poor courtousy cars at most dealers, the service is usually good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None. In fact, with 70k miles on the clock, it pulls better than other examples I've seen with less 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