Professional Reviews- “(The) Impreza is roomier and better-trimmed inside than many competitors, and continues as the only passenger car under $20K with standard Symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD).” — Kelley Blue Book
- “Though the Impreza doesn't stand out in any particular way as far as the various criteria of the small family-sedan class go, it does separate itself from the pack by virtue of its forget-the-weather, four-wheel-drive system.” — Car and Driver
- “Get inside and you'll find excellent sightlines, roominess and improved quality. Look at the specifications and you'll see impressive mileage for a car in the compact class - especially for one with Subaru's signature standard all-wheel drive....” — Cars.com
- “I believe the greatest obstacle facing Impreza shoppers is the car's power.” — Cars.com
- “[lacks] an automatic transmission and decent fuel economy, but they're fun to drive in just about any weather, and they're comfortable for long commutes” — The Car Connection
- “the...Ford Focus ST and ...Volkswagen GTI offer much nicer interiors, and they're easier and more comfortable to drive on a daily basis. That said, they're both slower than the Subaru, and their front-wheel-drive layout will likely have less appeal for hard-core drivers.” — Edmunds.com
- “You can drive these cars spiritedly in snow, on gravel or down the highway, and they're happy in every instance. ” — The Car Connection
- “...for a small but loyal audience who crave speed and agility over fuel economy and a low sticker price. ” — The Car Connection
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