Subaru Impreza Saloon 2000-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quite good, but not excellent if looked after.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive to run/repair. Needs Super Unleaed Fuel (Optimax).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Outstanding handleing/cornering due to 4wd.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    5 star phenominal accelaration if not been previously 'thrashed'.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad, but not great parts. Extremly difficult to get hold of if import.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Thanks to unique Subaru engine grunt and dump valve, a real head turner.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quite uncomfortable on long journeys, but seats really grab and hold whislt cornering.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not the best, but better on later models.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Subaru dealers will not touch Jap (grey) imports I'm afraid.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Power steering pump leaked fluid on to front pipe smokes when driven hard.

    Other

    Impossible to find correct power steering pump. Loads of variants.

    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