New Subaru Impreza and WRX
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New Subaru Impreza and WRX
Impreza:
Impreza WRX:
http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dl...OTORSPORTSNEWS
It may grow on me, but it's looking a bit too Daewoo or Toyota Corolla upon first impression. I'm glad they're improving some of the material quality.
Btw, the US is the only market to receive the WRX sedan. Everyone (including US) will have the WRX hatch.
Impreza WRX:
Nose Job
Three-port nostril surgically removed from 2008 Impreza
By JONATHAN WONG
AutoWeek | Published 04/02/07, 9:36 am et
Subaru will reveal its rally-bred 2008 Impreza WRX at the New York show, sans the much criticized and short-lived three-hole grille. Replacing the three-section grille is a horizontal spreading-wing grille that Subaru says pays homage to the company’s aviation heritage.
Suspension and chassis changes are significant, with both the 2008 WRX sedan (sold in North America only) and hatchback growing 3.7 inches in wheelbase and getting a new double-wishbone rear suspension. Aside from what ought to be a more refined ride, less trunk intrusion allows for a wider and deeper trunk.
Engines carry over with emission and fuel economy improvements. The WRX’s turbocharged 2.5-liter flat-four packs the same 224 hp and 226 lb-ft of torque, but peak horsepower now comes at 5200 rpm instead of 5600, and peak torque arrives at 2800 rpm, down from 3600. The base Impreza’s 2.5-liter boxer four drops 3 hp to 170, but torque jumps to 170 lb-ft from 166.
Handling enhancements come courtesy of a lower center of gravity as a result of a lower engine mounting point, stiffer chassis and new optional vehicle dynamics control.
Inside, occupants enjoy more front shoulder room, headroom, rear legroom, new standard side-curtain airbags and higher-grade materials. An optional navigation system is available for the first time.
Three-port nostril surgically removed from 2008 Impreza
By JONATHAN WONG
AutoWeek | Published 04/02/07, 9:36 am et
Subaru will reveal its rally-bred 2008 Impreza WRX at the New York show, sans the much criticized and short-lived three-hole grille. Replacing the three-section grille is a horizontal spreading-wing grille that Subaru says pays homage to the company’s aviation heritage.
Suspension and chassis changes are significant, with both the 2008 WRX sedan (sold in North America only) and hatchback growing 3.7 inches in wheelbase and getting a new double-wishbone rear suspension. Aside from what ought to be a more refined ride, less trunk intrusion allows for a wider and deeper trunk.
Engines carry over with emission and fuel economy improvements. The WRX’s turbocharged 2.5-liter flat-four packs the same 224 hp and 226 lb-ft of torque, but peak horsepower now comes at 5200 rpm instead of 5600, and peak torque arrives at 2800 rpm, down from 3600. The base Impreza’s 2.5-liter boxer four drops 3 hp to 170, but torque jumps to 170 lb-ft from 166.
Handling enhancements come courtesy of a lower center of gravity as a result of a lower engine mounting point, stiffer chassis and new optional vehicle dynamics control.
Inside, occupants enjoy more front shoulder room, headroom, rear legroom, new standard side-curtain airbags and higher-grade materials. An optional navigation system is available for the first time.
It may grow on me, but it's looking a bit too Daewoo or Toyota Corolla upon first impression. I'm glad they're improving some of the material quality.
Btw, the US is the only market to receive the WRX sedan. Everyone (including US) will have the WRX hatch.
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Note to Subaru designers: you do not have to use EVERY curve in the book.
In other news, yark, another ugly Subaru. Wake me when they take that drivetrain and wrap a well-styled 2-door body around it.
In other news, yark, another ugly Subaru. Wake me when they take that drivetrain and wrap a well-styled 2-door body around it.
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I don't think the front end is that bad, I just don't quite get the car....The wagon is ugly.
The interior is a step up, but my problem with the previous interior that seems to not have changed, was the huge lack of space. I mean, I felt more comfortable in the Sky and Solstice.
The interior is a step up, but my problem with the previous interior that seems to not have changed, was the huge lack of space. I mean, I felt more comfortable in the Sky and Solstice.
Last edited by JB'z 94; Apr 2, 2007 at 03:08 PM.
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The latest incarnation is an abomination,the designers need thier eyes plucked from thier heads and cast into a pit of fiery hell fire.
Or a body cavity search with a spike encrusted glove, this design makes me love my 98 Imprezza more.
Or a body cavity search with a spike encrusted glove, this design makes me love my 98 Imprezza more.
