Subaru Impreza Sports Wagon (2005 - 2008) 2.5 WRX 5d (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Bit of a boy racer image, only slightly diluted by the hatchback / estate body style.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Wife liked driving it, but not being driven in it, the dog advised the suspension was a bit hard, they all liked the performance though and everyone loved the colour (blue).

Would you buy this car again and why?

Probably not, but only because my needs have changed now and I need a larger car.

What are you likely to buy next?

Bought a Subaru Legacy.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

October 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, very good financial deal, good trade in value for old car.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Previous car failed, needed reliable practical transport with smiles-per-gallon appeal.

What was the dealer like?

Dealer was excellent, bought from them before and will do again.

What's it like to drive?

Loads of grip, 2.5 turbo has lots of low down torque (especially after a remap - 350 lbft can spin all 4 wheels in the dry!), effortless overtaking, traction in the wet is great, more comfortable than the STI saloon versions.

What's it like to park?

Easy enough for a car of this size, parking sensors not required.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing went wrong with it at all for as long as I had the car.

What's most practical about your car?

Surprisingly capacious for the design, all wheel drive grip and stability.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Turbocharger :o) heated door mirrors are handy in the winter, climate control works really well.