2003 Subaru Impreza Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.61/5 Average
170 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

As the Impreza was redesigned just last year, not much changes for 2003. Convenience has been improved; keyless entry is now standard equipment on the 2.5 RS, TS Sport Wagon and Outback Sport. For the WRX, Subaru will offer a standard rear spoiler on the sedan (though you can still get the car without, if you want) and Sonic Yellow is available as an exclusive WRX color.

Pros:
  • A stout 227 horsepower in the WRX, all-wheel-drive grip, a variety of sedans and wagons to choose from.
Cons:
  • Often pricey when compared to its competition.

User Reviews:

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  • Loads of fun - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    The car has been everything that I wanted. Good performance, nice looking, build quality is outstanding. No fold down rear seat, no remote trunk release. Short throw shifter is awesome.

  • Great Ride - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    Im 28 and bought my WRX in Oct. 2003- been very pleased with my purchase. I would label this car a "drivers car." You get the feel and handleing of a sports car--the AWD of an SUV (but with a little better gas mileage)--and the convience of a four-door vehichle. It comes with alot of standards. Everyone has heard about the turbo lag--it is present. It is just a different driving expereince that takes a little to get use to. Overall, a FUN eye-catcher that looks mean sitting still.

  • hfgh - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    this cr is very nice it is also very fast nice car and fun to drive

  • hfgh - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    this cr is very nice it is also very fast nice car and fun to drive

  • Base WRX is just a starting point... - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    You can’t beat the bang for the buck. I have done more mods than I care to mention but the performance of the car is amazing. I now have a little wagon that will easily run with or beat a turbo Porsche at a fifth the price. I can take 4 other people along with me for the ride in reasonable comfort. Then I can stuff the hatch area full of stuff and take a trip. This car is the ultimate all-weather interceptor. Very few cars can offer this level of performance, reliability and fun! Every day its basic goodness shines through as soon as you fire it off. Downsides to the car: mileage, interior materials and terrible tires. Buy one!

  • AWD with power is worth the money - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    Ive had my car for a while and as much as I love being able to compete with most cars on the road. I love it when I dont get stuck in the snow. I proved this when my friends and I went into a lot with 8" of snow on the ground and I was the only one to leave without a lot of pushing. If you live in a cold climate this is the car to own for the price.

  • First Month with 2.5RS - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    We took delivery from the wonderful Williams and it was snowing so we drove for a half hour loving every minute. The torque is great and the engine note is pure music. The interior is just right for two and stuff, which is how we go, usually. We plan to have this car a long time and care accordingly. It seems to be decent quality materials throughout.

  • Believe the reviews - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    The WRX performs like a sedan that should cost a lot more. Its fun to drive but takes a little work and planning ahead to keep the RPMs primed for maximum acceleration. Steering and breaking are solid in most cases. It took me 2 weeks to get used to the manual shifter. The look of the car isnt too bad, its kinda different yet sophisiticated. I get a lot of different looks when driving my WRX: smiles, waves, curiosity, and people that want to race!

  • Fun!!!!!!!!! - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    I have driven the car three times. It was a fun experience as expected. Exxxxtremmmmmmeeeee power for a car in it class pluss all upgrades possible. The price is a little bit out thinking in what you can get three or four more grands.

  • Great alternative to SUV - 2003 Subaru Impreza
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    I just bought a new 2002 Outback Sport but the 2003 and 2002 are identical. I really love this car so far. I only have 600 miles on it but enjoy the ride quality, handling, interior layout and the power of the extremely smooth flat 4 engine. I was actually shopping it against the Honda CR-V LX. While the Honda is a fantastic vehicle (much better and less expensive than the Forester) I got such a great deal on last years model OBS that I couldnt pass it up. The only things I gave up were rear disk brakes and some interior room.

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