Overview & Reviews

Subaru completely redesigns the Impreza and brings a high-performance turbocharged WRX variant into the fold to offer enthusiasts the opportunity to drive a powerful, all-wheel-drive sport sedan without breaking the bank. All Imprezas benefit from improvements in performance, refinement and safety. Along with the Impreza's trip upmarket come revised trim levels consisting of two sedans (WRX and 2.5 RS) and three wagons (WRX, Outback Sport and 2.5 TS Sport Wagon). The coupe body style has been dropped.

• A stout 227 horsepower in the WRX, all-wheel drive, a variety of sedans and wagons to choose from.

• No more coupe, extroverted styling may be too much for some.

User Reviews:

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  Great till high mileage! - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By climbrox - June 10 - 10:30 am

  Fun car to drive. The 2.5L is just enough to make it peppy and fun. Good in most conditions, not great in any. Problems start at 140,000 and continue there on in. My advice would be to buy if mileage is low and get rid of if near 140,000.

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  2002 Subaru WRX Sedan - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By tubbytreats - April 24 - 2:00 am

  I purchased a used 2002 Subaru WRX Sedan with 4,850 miles on it in March of 2003. The vehicle was sold by a private party to me, and was in excellent condition. Since then, I have put on about 22,000 miles (10 months) and have LOVED every single minute of ownership. Nothing has broken, nothing has caused me any worry or concern. This vehicle runs like a champ! Im most impressed with the plethora of online forums and communities based around this vehicle. You can learn ANYTHING you want about these cars, from changing oil, to adding new turbos and exhaust!

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  reliable, trouble free car - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By eric - March 2 - 4:00 pm

  It is a generally a well made car. I performed most of the fluid/filter change maintenance myself. The stock battery is too tiny, with the tiny alternator so got to watch out if you dont drive the car often or has a low mileage local commute. Cold start clutch shuddering is a well known "feature", and a hard to get in reverse gear. I have been stuck in city street trying to make u-turn because could not get in reverse. At 34k miles now the car desperately need the brake fluid change and a tune up. The really bad thing is the resale value comparably low but the car is a really good car, very reliable. Paint chips very easily. 3k miles synthetic oil change can be very troublesome and expensive, but is a must.

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  Great Car for the Money !!!! - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By SMG - December 9 - 10:00 am

  My 2002 Impreza RS is a great car. I spend at least five hours a day driving it. The bug visor, fog lights, keyless entry and the spoiler that I added was money well spent. I traveled over 1,400 miles in three days behind the wheel. Never once did I regret selling my fullsize pick-up especially when I had to fill the tank. Subaru built a great little car. Thank you.

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  Will buy another one!!! - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By Will buy another one - November 3 - 3:03 am

  Ive driven this car in Michigan in all conditions and it wont quit. Had it packed to the ceiling with camping stuff, band equipment etc, it all fits! What a great car in the winter. I previously owned a Wrangler, and believe it or not, the Subaru is miles ahead in the winter. The only time I got stuck was when the plow covered it with 5 feet of snow. Mechanical problems: Replaced all brakes, a couple headlight bulbs, and wheel bearings in rear. This was a pain only because the shop did not know what the car was... do we order impreza or outback parts? I couldnt answer this for them. I believe the impreza parts worked, but not 100% on that. Overall great car, just wish I had a turbo!

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  Quality Car - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By Dirk A. Elder - November 2 - 10:00 am

  The car is very fun to drive. On long trips space is a little cramped. Car has ran almost flawlessly except for a check engine light that turned out to be a false code. The dealer could not reset it (Shortline Subaru in Aurora, CO) and I had to wait two weeks for a technician for the reset. There is some wind noise when traveling above 70 mph. Car drives perfect in bad weather. Car feels bogged down at low rpms and I find myself revving the engine at stop lights. I am very happy with the car but I miss my Impala SS.

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  Good Car - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By Harry - October 23 - 1:23 am

  Great little car , runs very strong, funto drive. On the downside, paint is thin, chips easily. Stock brakes and clutchare only fair. AWD good in northeast. Great for the money !

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  Best car I ever owned - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By Drover - August 3 - 10:00 am

  The WRX is the best all-around performance bargain America. In the right hands, it will outperform a new Mustang GT in a 0-60 or 1/4-mile yet it has the utility to haul a family of 4 and 2 weeks worth of groceries. Those used to Taurus- or Camry-like handling will find the suspension tuning of this car somewhat rough. Yet compared to other cars in its price and performance class, the WRX has a positively smooth ride. Overall, an exceptional convergence of spirited performance, daily/family adaptability, reliability and affordability.

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  great performance for the money - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By Sgt Schultze - July 5 - 10:00 am

  Very quick. Although noticeable turbo lag with auto trans. But shift down to third to get up to speed and turbo lag almost disappears. Decent looking car. Much nicer than the 2.5RS I traded in for it.

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  Fun to drive little bastard! - 2002 Subaru Impreza
  By kotpet - June 9 - 2:00 am

  This is about my 5 speed turbo, 2002 WRX. This car is in a class of its own, for $25k youre getting an outstanding performance, quality, and AWD, whick is very cool! I low when the engine revs above 4,000, and turbo kick in. This car is not without its drawbacks though: fuel economy (what economy?), close to 10 mpg city cycle, and this is pushing it half-assed, level of road noise- maybe one has to invest in better tyres, also ABS is not tunned to the sports car, it starts too early, but one can disable it by removing a fuse (I dont recommend this!). Great car again, my next one is going to be Lancer Evolution.