Subaru Impreza Saloon 2000-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Astonishing performance for £20k.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    High dealer service costs and fairly thirsty. 25mpg average.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Phenomenal grip. Few cars, even at twice the cost, can match it on B-roads.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick acceleration, but need to keep above 3.5k rpm to get best.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems to date.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Turns heads, although some associate it with 'boy racer' image.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent seats and low noise on motorway cruises.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Alarm and immobiliser work well. Sought-after car, so recommend tracker for extra peace of mind.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Some problems with supplying dealer courtesy, but alternate is excellent.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Clutch judders when cold, common to design.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes