Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Subaru Impreza has been completely redesigned. Roomier and more refined on the inside, the restyled Impreza is meant to appeal to a more mainstream audience. Sedan and hatchback body styles are again available, as are the turbocharged WRX and ultra-high-performance WRX STI.

• Missing some higher-end convenience features, behind-the-times transmissions, below-average fuel economy, sleepy styling except for extroverted STI.

User Reviews:

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  2008 Subaru 2.5i - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By skiboardebum420 - July 24 - 6:30 am

  375 miles, and so far, the car has been great! I commute over a 9,500 ft twisty mountain pass every day, this car handles the road great and even without the turbo has plenty of power. I, a die hard manual trans fan, purchased the automatic, VERY happy with the tiptronic auto-stick. First tank of gas averaged 25.7 mpg. Looking to be much better for second tank. Cant wait for the snow to fly so I can test the AWD system :)

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  Excellent and fun to drive - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Michael Russell - July 11 - 8:46 am

  I love my new 2008 Subaru Impreza 2.5i premium. It handles like a dream in all kind of weather. The quality is great and I like the all wheel drive for the winter. I would recommend this car to anyone who is looking for a real value but does not want to buy a large SUV. The gas mileage around town is about 25 mpg. Have not had a chance to take it on a long trip yet but I am sure it will do just fine. Great car Subaru. Keep building them like this and I will buy another one in the future. I traded a ford ranger truck in for my Subaru.

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  So Far So Good - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By J.R. - May 5 - 8:20 pm

  After this past winter my wife wanted all wheel drive but wanted a car not SUV or truck, factor in affordability and Subaru stands alone. This is our first Subaru and so far have been happy. We prefer the more grown up look of the 08 compared to the previous juvenile looking Imprezas. The interior is pretty roomy and comfortable and the exterior is generally pleasant even though it is mistaken for Toyota Corolla by people at first. The car has a nice ride and handles well, the back seat is roomy for a compact and the trunk isnt bad once you factor in the back seat folds down. The cloth seats have a nice look. Gas mileage has been in the 20s with 7500 miles driven.

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  Great Little Car - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By NigelPV2 - March 3 - 7:33 pm

  This is truly a great car. It is versatile, safe, reliable, and fun to drive. With 44.4 cu/ft of cargo space, 60/40 fold-flat seats, the car can handle anything I throw at it. With the cars AWD system and 6 standard air bags it offers a level of confidence on the road unlike any of the other cars I test drove. Lastly, Subaru has found a great balance between ride and handling. The car rides completely different then its predecessor with a subtle ride, yet still contains the prowess to be tossed into a turn. The car is not without its faults, though, as the hard plastic that completely covers the interior and tires seem to amplify the little road noise that find their way into the cabin.

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  New 2008 Wagon Impreza - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Trinibwoy - January 5 - 3:16 am

  I just absolutely love this car. I have had previous Imprezas in my family before but this one is truly unique. I like the body design of the wagon as well as the increased cargo space and the rear spoiler.

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  My 3rd Subaru - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By MK - November 29 - 4:16 am

  Subaru makes great cars. This is my third. After having owned 2 used Legacys, over the last 10 years, I decided to spring for a brand new Impreza. For a small car the larger than normal 170 HP really gives it some kick and the AWD and stability control make it do amazing things. Best car in its class. In fact it outclasses everything else which is why it is so under reviewed. It must just confuse auto reporters about how this car fits in with everything else.

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  Impreza WRX wagon - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Hasanairforce - November 26 - 9:43 pm

  I love the car so far! It has a lot of room and the ride is really smooth!

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  review - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Boris - November 14 - 8:23 pm

  Ive had it less than a month and i love it. pretty quick and decent handling. love the interior space and AWD is GREAT in the rain and snow. mpg is alright considering i drive pretty fast

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  Best Fuel Economic AWD on the Market - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Stephen - September 12 - 12:43 am

  I searched for the most fuel economic (freeway), AWD (for frequent dirt-roading/all weather) on the market with good interior loading capacity. This car blew the SX4 Crossover AWD (which I test drove) out of the water, especially in loading capacity, and was ~$10k cheaper than the Ford Escape Hybrid (which was great to drive but had about the same fuel economy as the Impreza 180hp). Ive already driven through fields with my Outback Sport in wet weather and it plowed through it like a champion - I cant wait for snow to come this season! This car has already been superior on road trips. Ive noticed the gear ratio used makes for a slight lack of power switching from 4th to 5th. @ ~50-55 mph

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  Bought Used 2008 WRX wagon - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By plist - July 23 - 4:46 pm

  Picked up a used 08 WRXwagon. Had 8000 miles on it. Runs great, fun, decent gas mileage for the zip and pep ones gets. Maybe its me but having situations with dvd and radio sound. Radio static or crackling, sound in and out or totally gone. DVD sound, music plays but people speaking sounds cave like. Subwoofer ok, but sound system itself is weak compared to my Hummer I traded. CDs play great so must be antenna trouble? Worth buying used, love the WRX!