Design Car Impreza WRX

Impreza WRX Design

The Impreza's most notable edge is its distinctive powertrain, as this model has always been available with all-wheel drive. This provides it with extra traction in slippery conditions and, on higher-horsepower models, works in combination with the Impreza's well-sorted chassis to provide entertaining handling.

The Impreza has always been powered by its unusual horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine, which emits a distinctive growl during acceleration. Competitive in most other respects save fuel economy, the Impreza is an excellent alternative choice for a new or used small sedan, wagon or hatchback.

Impreza WRX Interior

The 2.5i and Outback Sport models have a horizontally opposed 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. It's rated at 170 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque, and comes with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic. The WRX gets a turbocharged version of that engine that puts out 265 hp and 244 lb-ft, and a five-speed manual is mandatory. The STI ups the turbocharged output even further to 305 hp and 290 lb-ft of torque, and it boasts a six-speed manual. All engines send their power to all four wheels via the standard all-wheel-drive system.

The Impreza Outback Sport has a slightly raised suspension for better ground clearance and a two-tone exterior paint scheme. Performance versions of the Impreza run from mild to wild. Besides its turbocharged boxer engine, the WRX comes with muscular body panels, specialized wheels, tires and suspension tuning for increased handling ability and also has most of the Impreza's options as standard. The STI gains even more aggressive styling flourishes, an upgraded suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels, Brembo brakes and aggressively bolstered sport seats.