Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | ||
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Horsepower | 265 @ 6000 RPM | ||
Torque | 244 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | ||
Bore x Stroke | 3.92 x 3.11 | ||
Compression Ratio | 8.4 | ||
Fuel Type | Gas | ||
Fuel Induction | Sequential Fuel Injection | ||
Valve Train | Dual Overhead Cam | ||
Cylinders | 4 | ||
Total no. valves | 16 | ||
Transmission | Manual, 5-Spd | ||
Drivetrain | AWD |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gallons | ||
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Wheel Base | 103.3 inches | ||
Overall Length | 180.3 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 77.8 inches | ||
Width without mirrors | 70.7 inches | ||
Height | 58.1 inches | ||
Curb Weight | 3208 lbs. | ||
Tires / Wheel Size | P235/45WR17 | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.1 feet | ||
Axle Ratio | 3.90 | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2000 lbs. | ||
Head Room: Front | 40.3 inches | ||
Head Room: Rear | 37.6 inches | ||
Leg Room: Front | 43.5 inches | ||
Leg Room: Rear | 33.5 inches | ||
Shoulder Room: Front | 54.8 inches | ||
Shoulder Room: Rear | 53.2 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 11.3 cu.ft. |
If you live where snow, rain and ice are commonplace occurrences, the logical choice for compact-car shoppers is the 2014 Subaru Impreza. It offers excellent year-round traction, good fuel economy, and in WRX form, impressive performance for less than $30,000.
Putting its AWD advantage aside, there are better compact sedans than the Impreza. The Mazda3, Ford Focus and Hyundai Elantra all get better fuel economy, are more fun to drive, have more features and have vastly better audio and navigation systems.