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2009 Subaru Impreza - Expert Reviews

MSRP: $17,495 - $27,495 See Local Classifieds
 
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Edmunds
2009 subaru impreza Professional Edmunds Review

...powerful Brembo brakes, short-throw six-speed manual shifter and potent rush of acceleration whenever the throttle is tickled. Pros: Standard all-wheel drive...

MSN Autos
2009 Subaru Impreza - Review

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MSN Autos
Flash Drive: 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX

...However, cruising around town at a normal speed doesn’t make the WRX feel temperamental. –PaulHagger...

CarGurus
CarGurus' Review for 2009 subaru impreza

...Unless you’re really looking to tear things up, test drive the STi and then go for one of the more tame versions...

Cars.com
2009 Subaru Impreza Professional Cars.com Review

...Many of the cars I like, I have to qualify: "It's an all right car for a small hatchback," or, "If you like minivans, it's OK." This is one where I can just...

Cars.com
2009 Subaru Impreza Professional Cars.com Review

...Base price: $29,995 As driven: $30,660 MPG: 18 city, 25 highway To reach Tom Strongman, send e-mail to tstrongman@kc.rr.com...

Cars.com
2009 Subaru Impreza Professional Cars.com Review

...suspension Carbon black cloth performance seats with red stitching Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter with red stitching Automatic climate control...

Cars.com
2009 Subaru Impreza Professional Cars.com Review

...At the same time, performance-hatchback enthusiasts seem likely to make a beeline for the more powerful WRX. With both of these models geared toward specific...

Cars.com
2009 Subaru Impreza Professional Cars.com Review

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Cars.com
2009 Subaru Impreza Professional Cars.com Review

...Base price range: $24,995-$27,995, plus $695 freight. Price as tested: $28,643, including freight and options (WRX Premium sedan). On the Road rating: 9.3 (of...


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Two affordable alternatives to the Impreza are the Volkswagen Rabbit and the Suzuki SX4 Crossover.

The Rabbit doesn't have all-wheel drive, but it's loaded with safety features, a peppy five-cylinder engine, and a well-appointed interior, while the little SX4 Crossover is the lowest-priced vehicle with all-wheel drive, performs well, and has an interior that feels more upmarket than its price.

The Toyota Matrix is a good alternative, with available all-wheel drive, a relatively roomy interior, and a good ride.

But the Matrix doesn't perform as ably as the Impreza, and safety items like side airbags are optional on the Matrix.

The Dodge Caliber offers all-wheel drive as an option on its top R/T model, but the Caliber has a noisy interior and feels cheaper inside; Subaru shoppers might not find its styling very appealing either.

And for those who miss the former Impreza's edgier handling and sharper feel, the Mazda3 and Lancer deliver, but in both counts, engine and road noise can be quite obtrusive.


 
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