Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, announced today the new generation Impreza series for the Japanese market. The all new Impreza is available on dealers starting today.

2007 Subaru Impreza

Specifications
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  • Model: 2007 Subaru Impreza
  • Horsepower: 173@600
  • Torque: 166@4400
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The third generation Impreza is developed around the concept of new and more refined designs for comfort plus performance. It features “5-door packaging”, while it offers a rewarding and safe ride enhanced by Subaru Symmetrical AWD (All-Wheel Drive) with the Horizontally-Opposed engine and the newly developed chassis.

Subaru intends the new Impreza to become a global car that incorporates three core values: sophisticated styling; useful and convenient packaging; and a rewarding and trustworthy ride.

The new Impreza has been developed under the theme, “Providing a fascinating Subaru distinctive value.” In accordance with Subaru’s philosophy, the core mechanism of Subaru Symmetrical AWD (All-Wheel Drive) with a Boxer engine continues to provide an enjoyable ride with fun to drive handling for the driver, as it integrates performance with advanced safety and environmental considerations.

The Impreza was first unveiled in 1992. Since then it has has earned worldwide popularity for its agile and sporty performance, compactness, convenience, and utility.

Impreza’s Development Philosophy

Three key words were selected to develop the new Impreza, based on the concept of new and more refined designs for comfort. While advancing a sporty, safe and reliable drive that the Impreza series have consistently delivered, FHI has pursued to incorporate much higher levels of comfort and quality in the new model than any in its category offers.

  • Sporty – achieving sophisticated design with its individual look, as well as an enjoyable ride with easy handling for the driver
  • Casual – providing a stress-free comfortable ride under any driving conditions, as well as convenient and easy-to-use features
  • Compact – securing ample, comfortable interior space in a compact body through streamlined packaging

2. Design


a) Exterior design

  • A flowing line from the tip of the front hood through the rear window, as well as the short rear overhang, highlight the agility of the car.
  • Sweeping character lines on both sides and well calculated panel curves reflect light and shadow in harmony.
  • Impreza’s sporty image is stressed in all models by projected front fenders and rear quarters; standard roof-mounted spoilers that house LED brake lights; and LED rear combination lamps that comprise brake lights, directional lights and back lights.
  • The 3-dimensional design of the projector headlamps expresses functionality.
  • Nine exterior colors are available.


b) Interior design

  • Aluminum-look insets in the center panels through door trim add a sporty feel and airiness to the car.
  • The vehicle information display, which constantly shows outside temperature, average mileage and time on the digital clock, as well as a navigation screen and audio display, are placed nearer the top of the dashboard for improved visibility and functionality.
  • New urethane materials are used in the front seat cushions to better absorb vibrations during a ride. The driver’s seat incorporates newly developed seatback springs that support the driver’s back and hips to help maintain a comfortable driving position.
  • When the ignition key is turned on, the needles of three meters in the instrument panel swing up to their maximums and quickly fall back to their original positions – A Subaru tradition that - gives a boost of excitement for the driver starting the car. The instrumental panel also comes with an Info-Eco Indicator that lights up when running on low fuel consumption to encourage mileage-conscious driving.
  • Two interior colors are offered on the 15S and 20S models: an ivory tone that accentuates openness and light; and off-black, which highlights both sportiness and elegance.


3. Powertrain


a) 1.5-liter DOHC engine (15S) and 2.0-liter SOHC engine (20S)