In 2007 Subaru revealed the third generation Impreza at the New York Auto Show based on a completely new body shape and floor pan.
Initially, the new Impreza was offered as a five-door hatchback with the four-door sedan introduced in 2008. We also witnessed the discontinuation of the wagon. Dimensionally, this version is wider by 55mm and an increased track by approximately 38mm. Although first adopted by the STI, the wide-body platform was later utilized by the standard WRX range as well.
The front suspension uses a MacPherson strut setup, while the rear features a new double wishbone suspension set up.
For the WRX STI models, the 2.0 litre engine was retained for the Japanese market and 2.5 litre for the rest of the World.
The car scored highly around the world with various safety crash tests for both occupants and pedestrians.
The Impreza range received a facelift in late 2009 for the 2010 model year, gaining a new grille insert.
As will all previous models Subaru continued to develop the car with various styling and cosmetic changes, power improvements and chassis and handling updates.
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,620mm
Length
Sedan - 4,580 mm
Hatchback - 4,414 mm
Width 1,740 mm
Height 1,475 mm
Curb weight 1,394 kg
