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Subaru Impreza Saloon (1993-2001) review

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0

At a glance

Price new £9,999 - £31,340
Road tax cost £360 - £430
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 330 - 370 miles
Number of doors 2 - 4
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Handling; engines; Turbo's rally heritage

CONS

Tacky interiors and fabrics; plain styling

Written by Parkers Updated: 15 September 2025

Overview

Before Impreza, Subaru was a rather obscure Japanese manufacturer who made solid four-wheel-drive cars favoured by farmers. But once Impreza started winning rallies (and then rally championships), it became popular with Colin McRae wannabes everywhere – and made it a must have car.

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