The Subaru Impreza is a compact car, manufactured since 1992 by Subaru-the division of Japanese transportation vehicles combination, Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI). The Subaru Impreza set the Leone, Leone EA series engines newer EJ series versions. Subaru has offered a four-door sedan and five-door hatchback body variants since 1992, the company and gave Coupe from 1995, the first generation only. Mainstream translations found naturally aspirated “boxer” flat-four engines ranging from 1.5- 2.5 liters to, and based on the Impreza WRX and Wrx STI models uprated with the addition of turbochargers.

From the third generation of the series, other markets have adopted the abbreviated Subaru Wrx name these high-performance variants. The first three generations Subaru Impreza in North America are also available with off-road appearance package titled Subaru Outback Sport. To the fourth generation, this package appearance is known as the Subaru XV, and sold internationally. Subaru has offered both front- and all-wheel drive versions of the Impreza. Since late 1990, some markets have a ban on sales of all wheel drive model, then give the Subaru Impreza a sale of a unique application class global compact visible to the front-wheel drive. However, Japanese models remain available or configuration.

Subaru Impreza First Generation (1992-2000, GC, GF, GM)

March 1, 1993, the Subaru Impreza was offered or front-wheel drive (Transfer) or all-wheel drive (awd) versions and as a four-door sedan or five-door hatchback. According to Motor Trend article written March 1992 on page 26, the name of the new compact Subaru’s was registered, first, referred to as commands, display a picture of the official sedan four-door. Toward the end of 1995, Coupe two-door was introduced in Japan. The Subaru Impreza, like many Subaru vehicles built, it was equipped with a flat engine, a distinguishing Subaru feature. Initial engine choices included the 1.6 L, 1.8 and 2.0 LL naturally aspirated engines.

Subaru chose to continue the use of their longstanding boxer engine in the Subaru Impreza. According to Subaru, stop the engine with the transmission line reduces body roll due to the lower center of gravity compared to the engines and the printing in most other cars. The Subaru Impreza boxer design provides good vibration mitigation due to the principles of balanced engine because the movement of each piston is primarily answered by a piston in the opposing cylinder bank, eliminating the need Crankshaft counter-rotating weight, but the vibration from the offset. Subaru Impreza Torque steer is also reduced with this type of powertrain layout from the front drive shafts equal lengths and weight.

The Subaru Outback Sport was introduced to North America in 1994 the 1995 model year as an Subaru Impreza “L” new Sport Wagon. It was the top trim level Subaru Impreza wagon model with no significant changes in mechanical or performance from the lower levels of color aside from the slightly raised suspension. Subaru sales found some success as a friend of the same small ride height changes, body colors and color levels to Outback larger, more successful sale of the Legacy-based Outback Sport. For the first time 2.2 engine was used in the American Impreza. Later, the 2.5 engine was introduced. In Japan, the Subaru Impreza Sport Wagon was offered by the Outback Sport, calling it the “Impreza Gravel Express” and Wrx turbocharged engine. Subaru stopped Gravel Point when the second generation Impreza was introduced because of the very limited sales. The hood scoop found in the American Outback Sport was non-functional but may not be included because American and Japanese versions built in the same factory in Japan. The Outback Sport was offered optional equipment, such as gauge package is installed on the dashboard, including digital compass, outside temperature barometer or altimeter readings.

Trim levels were LX, GL and Sport generation. Subaru Impreza LX models were front-wheel drive, and powered by a 1.6 L engine, these were the only four-door. GL trim levels were cold front-wheel drive (Subaru badged these 2WD) or all-wheel drive (awd badged), vehicles launched in 1993 had a choice of 1.6 and 1.8 flat-4 engines, 1.6 is available with 2WD, the 1.8 version of awd . 1996, 1.6 and 1.8 versions were dropped (in the European markets), and 2.0 L. engine Sport versions had alloy wheels, and only 2.0 L engine. These were “warm hatch” versions of which were similar to the Subaru Wrx, although less adorned.

This generation, Subaru made a limited edition Subaru Impreza Sport Wagon as the CasaBlanca, which had retro front and rear end of treatment, which was inspired by the popular Kei car Subaru Vivio Bistro styling package and Subaru Sambar Dias Classic. The Sport Wagon was and is offered with Wrx turbocharged engine, and it was called the Gravel Express. The Subaru Impreza received an external facelift 1997 model year, followed by the interior in 1998, using a new dashboard from the Forester.

Subaru Impreza Second Generation (2000-2007, GD, GG)

Subaru introduced the “New Age” Subaru Impreza in Japan in August 2000. The larger in size compared to the last repetition, the sedan increased its width by 40 percent (1.6 in), and the hatchback notably increased by just 5% (0.2 in) placing the two variants in different Japanese classification categories. The Subaru Impreza coupe body style from the first generation did not appear for the new series. However, off-road appearance package that included colored Bumpers conflicting continue forward. Marketed as a separate model line, such as North American, as before, badged Subaru Outback Sport.

Naturally aspirated flat-four (boxer) engines is comprised of the EJ15 1.5-liter, the EJ16 1.6-liter, the EJ20 2.0-liter, and EJ25 2.5-liter. Turbocharged versions of the 2.0- and 2.5-liter engines were offered in Wrx and Wrx STI model. STI models featured a more powerful 2.5 liter turbocharged engine. WRX models featured 2.0-liter boxer engine until 2005, after which switched to the 2.5 liter turbocharged engine.

Although headlamp styling of the “New Age” Subaru Imprezawas polarizing, improve the car and brought great mainstream acceptance. Subaru Impreza new fascia in 2002 more rectangular headlamps. In 2005, Subaru introduced a second facelift is the new corporate face-including the issue of “jet intake and wings” grille design Subaru’s. An anomalous relative second-generation Subaru Impreza is the Saab 9-2X. Manufactured by Subaru between 2004 and 2005, the Saab retailed only in the North American market for the model years 2005 and 2006. Better coverage of Saab design language, the 9-2X was re-styling of the front- and rear and various minor tweaks.

Subaru Impreza Third Generation (2007-2011, GE, GH, GR, GV)

Subaru revealed the third generation of the Subaru Impreza at the New York Auto Show on April 2, 2007-both standard naturally aspirated Impreza and turbocharged Wrx versions were revealed. 3 generation high performance Wrx STI debuted in October 2007. At first, the Subaru Imprezawas offered as a hatchback five-door (designated GH), and sedan four-door (designated GE) introduced in 2008. The wide-body variants of the hatchback and sedan labeled GR and GV, respectively. Dimensionally, the translation wide by 56 mm (2.2 in) and increases the track by about 38 millimeters (1.5 in). While the first was made by STI, the platform of the body is later used by the standard Wrx range.

Third series Subaru Impreza little long, broad and provides a long wheelbase. Two cultures Subaru was eliminated with a new model: the parking switch the light on the steering column is no longer, and for the first time, the windows have frames to improve noise, vibration, and harsh temperatures. Subaru makes an effort to control the weight of the new chassis. Despite the increase in the size, durability, and safety equipment, the car’s weight is the same as the previous generation. The front suspension uses MacPherson Rag setup, while the rear features a new double-wishbone suspension.

Flat-four gasoline engines in the tune naturally aspirated comprised of a EL15 1.5-liter produces 80 kW (107 hp), the EJ20 2.0-liter and 110 kW (148 hp) and 196 N·m (145 lb·ft), and the 2.5 liter EJ25 with 127 kW (170 hp). Turbocharged versions of the final two engines fitted to Wrx and Wrx STI versions as discussed later. Subaru introduced the diesel flat-four, chosen by UE20 at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Sales began several European countries since early 2009, and the 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine of 112 kW (150 hp). Two models are available of July 2009, 2.0 and 2.0 TD TD Sport.

In the Japanese domestic market list is comprised of the 15s 1.5-liter, plus the 2.0-liter 20s and turbocharged S-GT, both using 2.0-liter engine. Japanese traders retailed the hatchback at the beginning, and like the sedan body up in autumn 2008 as the Impreza AnesisGeneral. This represented the first generation Subaru Impreza was no consensus on the Japanese government about the laws outside dimensions. Japanese sebhithi models are equipped with an engine start button.

Subaru Impreza Fourth Generation (2011-present, GJ, GP)

The Subaru Impreza 4-door and 5-door model unveiled in 2011 at the New York International Auto Show. US models went on sale as a 2012 model year vehicle. Early models include a choice of 4-door sedan or 5-door hatchback body, 2.0 liter DOHC (148 hp) engine, 5-Speed CVT manual or Line-artronic with paddle shifting 6-speed manual mode. The package included a base 2.0i trim, 2.0i Premium, and 2.0i Limited.

Japan models went on sale on the 20 December 2012 at Subaru dealerships. Early models include a choice of 4-door sedan (as the Subaru Impreza G4) or 5-door hatchback body (as the Impreza Sport), 1.6-liter DOHC FB16 (1.6i, 1.6iL) or 2.0-liter DOHC FB20 (2.0i, 2.0 i eyes, 2.0iS, 2.0iS eyes), a five-speed manual transmission or Lineartronic continuously variable (CVT). There is a larger station wagon with different bodywork, Subaru Levorg. The Levorg go on sale in April 2014 and first shown at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show.

Remain almost the same size as the previous series, the new model is the fuel lighter and better, plus it is packaged better. The 2012 Impreza received a long wheelbase that provides more interior room for passengers. The Impreza hatchback rear head and legroom impressive, two adults can ride after Subaru Impreza comfort. Whereas, in the hatchback, the rear 65/35 split seatbacks fold down, giving 52.4 cu. ft. of cargo space.

Quality materials Higher fitted to the inside, and because of the large size of its external as defined in the laws of the Japanese government, the Subaru Impreza is an upmarket product in Japan. Now almost exactly the same dimensions as the first and second Subaru Legacy (1990-1999).

The 2015 Subaru Wrx has been met with mixed reviews by automotive journalists. It placed second in 2015 Volkswagen GTI different in comparison tests in September 2014 issues of Car and Driver and Motor Trend. Often, STS sub- $ 30,000 its competition in almost every metric, but suffers from the inside of a cheap and comfortable ride. Its sharp styling often polarizing, and, although many of criticism in the area based on the model hatchback.

Performance numbers vary from magazine and book. Testing from Car and Driver, Road & Track and Motor Trend has produced 0-60 mph times as fast as 4.8 seconds and as slow as 5.5 seconds. It runs in the fourth quarter mile from 13.6 sec @ 102 mph in 14.0 sec @ 98 mph. On the skidpad, roadholding numbers range from 0.92 G to 0.96 G. Braking 70 mph results in stops as short as 156-166 feet. In base trim, the car starts at $ 27,090 (including destination) weighing up to 3,267 lbs. Subaru Impreza Limited trim levels and Premium add more comfort and convenience, but not more.

Subaru Impreza Motorsport

The Subaru Impreza chassis has succeeded more in the sign of the contenders Subaru before. Before the introduction of the Subaru Impreza into World Championship Rally racing in 1993, the Subaru World Rally Team had fielded its larger mid-size Legacy. However, with the rest of the race rally increasingly shifting towards smaller and lighter chassis, Subaru Impreza brought a small, rapidly towards the platform on its debut on the 1993 1000 Lakes Rally. To jumpstart the first rally their efforts, and to improve the Subaru Impreza into a competitive rally car, Subaru teamed up fast to prepare and British Motorsports Prodrive company, in 1989.

After the world first WRC event to win both the fledgling group Subaru driver and its young, the late Colin McRae aboard a Group A Legacy on the 1993 Rally New Zealand, the Scotsman’s team-mate childhood idol, the 1981 World Rally Champion, Ari Vatanen of Finland, went on to finish second rally debut the first factory Subaru Impreza. Enter New for the following season, 1990 and 1992 World Champion, Carlos HIV brought the Subaru Impreza its victory event on the 1994 Acropolis Rally.

Subaru Impreza 2015 Hatchback

The Subaru Impreza brought Subaru three consecutive WRC titles constructors (1995-1997, and the first last season for the newly introduced World Rally Car class) and the driver’s championship McRae in 1995, the late Richard Burns in 2001, and Norwegian, Petter Solberg in 2003. 2003 and brought the car to a toy aisles, as the Autobot Smokescreen, part of the Transformers: Alternators toyline from Hasbro, a special collector-oriented transformer characters from the 1980 line now had to modes alternate based on realistic cars, Smokescreen turned WRC rally car, and Subaru Impreza rubber and steering to work, Subaru Impreza.