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2006 Subaru Impreza
Date Published: 4/15/08

2006 Subaru Impreza
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MSRP:
$18,295 - 32,995

Invoice:
$17,336 - 31,044

Class:
Compact Car
2006 Subaru Impreza
Expert Rating Summary
Category 2.5i wgn, auto. Rating (See All
Ratings)
Compact Car Average Rating
Acceleration 4 4.4
Fuel Economy 6 6.7
Ride Quality 5 4.9
Steering/Handling/Braking 7 5.6
Quietness 4 4.2
Controls 5 5.9
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 4 5.5
Room/Comfort (rear) 3 3.9
Cargo Room 6 4.7
Value within Class 4 6.2
Total Score: 48 52
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2006 Subaru Impreza Review
Impreza expands its sporty WRX roster for 2006, and all versions of Subaru's smallest cars get freshened styling and more standard safety features. Impreza offers sedans, wagons, and an SUV-flavored wagon called the Outback Sport. Each has all-wheel drive, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, and a horizontally opposed 4-cylinder engine. For '06, base-level sedans and wagons are renamed 2.5i from 2.5 RS. Like the Outback, they have 173 hp, a gain of 10. WRX models gain a base WRX TR sedan and a top-line Limited sedan and wagon. These retain turbo power, but replace a 217-hp 2.0-liter engine with a 230-hp 2.5. The WRX STI sedan returns with 300 hp. Manual transmission is standard. Automatic transmission is available for 2.5i, Outback, and WRX Limited models. WRXs exchange 16-inch wheels for standard 17s for '06; the STI retains 17s. WRXs have a sport suspension, uprated brakes, functional hood scoop, and special seats and trim. The STI has further uprated suspension, brakes, and steering. Front side airbags providing head and torso protection are standard on all Imprezas for '06 vs. just WRX and STI previously. All get a revised nose and taillamps. WRX Limiteds are the only Imprezas with leather upholstery.

Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise the smallest passengers cars. These vehicles range from tiny economy models to slightly larger, popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons.

Our Best Buys include Chrysler PT Cruiser, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, and Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix twins. Our Recommended picks include Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Spectra, and Toyota Corolla.

New or significantly redesigned models include Chevrolet HHR, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Volkswagen Golf and Jetta.
News
A redesigned Impreza is expected for the 2008 model year. Look for a concept preview at a major auto show in early 2007, with a possible introduction in the second or third quarter. New-model specifics should surface soon, so keep checking back with us.
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