Subaru Impreza 1.5R hits UK

The jury is still out. But now that the car has arrived in the UK, judgement day for a model that was only recently the darling of performance car enthusiasts across the country has arrived.While we were lukewarm about the changes to the Impreza after driving it in Japan, we were hopeful the newcomer might appeal to us more once it hit the UK.Yet first impressions aren’t good. The shape is far from attractive and lacks a sporty edge, traditionally a trademark of Subaru styling. It’s bloated and ungainly, as well as shorter and wider than the old Sport Wagon. The wheelbase is 95mm longer, though, so at least interior space is generous.
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Murcielago_LP640 - 10/3/2007 5:09:41 PM

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*shivers*

DaHarder - 10/3/2007 5:20:29 PM

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This is what happens when the (beautiful) MAZDA 3 (5-Door)'s ugly sister is finally allowed out of the basement!

Porschinator - 10/3/2007 5:38:25 PM

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Refreshing to see a car model go the opposite direction and decrease desireability..lol. Had so much potential when the WRX first came out....oh well...atleast the used car version will sell well.