Hi, welcome back to Japanese Car Review blog. We believe all of car fan knows about the Impreza, one of Subaru's core model. This time we got 2nd generation Impreza WRX Automatic from Toyota City, Aichi prefecture. The owner of this Impreza already upgraded to STI bodykit. Impreza, long known as Lancer Evolution arch rival, debut the automatic version to counter the Lancer, which at that time launched its 1st ever automatic version called Lancer Evolution GT-A. The2nd generation marked 'new age' of the Impreza however it was debut with odd round shape headlamp before this 1st facelift is out.
From the front, the STI bodykit changes the overall front look. Front lip with fog lamp cover with STI trademark printed on it give this Impreza more serious business. The big air scoop of bonnet wants to tell others that the turbo engine under the bonnet. Unlike the Lancer Evolution, its intercooler is located on top of engine instead at front bumper.
Rear design is conventional with big rear combi lamp good for follower visibility. The STI rear spoiler is big and enough to increase stability on tight cornering. Side profile remain typical 4 door sedan with high roof line make it roomier and practical. The black color 17 inch wheel really suit the body color.
Driver cockpit is simple but practical.Steering wheel mounted high for better driving position and to reduce back stiff. Seat uses semi bucket type more grip during tight cornering. Like the lancer Evolution, stock Impreza doesn't come with any meter gauges on its center console. Black interior give the Impreza more stain proof and hygiene.
Impreza WRX 2nd generation uses EJ20T boxer type engine, producing 200hp and 260Nm torque at maximum. The Impreza alongside with Lancer Evolution is one of famous machine in rallying world. Automatic car also can be fun and this one of the example. Next time, we will bring you Lancer Evolution GT-A which also the 1st Lancer Evolution to use automatic transmission. Stay with us.
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