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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  Solid and Quick - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Dan - February 20 - 7:13 am

  Have my Outback manual for 1000 miles now and it is a pleasure to drive. The car is solid as a rock and the ride is very controlled but not too stiff even with the 17" wheels. The interior is laid out well and is also very comfortable to drive. Could use a bigger armest and lumbar control. The passenger seat could be a bit higher. Other than that it is very quick and gets good gas mileage, so far average 25 mpg in mixed relaxed driving. On highway it will get close to 30 mpg. Its not even broken in yet. I had a 2002 Impreza Outback and they dont even compare. This new one is that much better.

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  Great car for the money - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Mich Dave - February 9 - 8:13 am

  Ive had my Outback for 34000 miles and Im very, very happy with the purchase. Better than expected mpgs-- 25/30 and better performance than I thought Id get from the 170 hp. This is my first Subaru, but certainly not my last. If at all possible go with the 5 speed--better performance and much better mpgs than the 4 speed auto. All Ive done so far is change the oil. The only downside would be the paint and the radio. They should be able to do much better in the radio despite the low price of the car. Im glad I went Subi instead of the Mazda 3--especially when there is snow on the ground.

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  Cant go wrong with a Subaru - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By hunghog - January 7 - 1:06 pm

  We have only had this car for a week or two and love it. The ride is great and we are very happy with the purchase. What other cars can you buy with AWD standard and great mileage. The EPA mileage estimates are all low for every car starting this model year. We went on a short highway trip about 100 miles at 70 mph and got 33 mpgs. Bought car for wife as a grocery getter and trip car. We actually test drove the legacy because that was the car I wanted but felt the new Impreza had more leg room and a better ride than the Legacy.

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  Great car! - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Matt from Pittsburgh - December 12 - 7:50 pm

  Ive been wanting one of these for a long time and am thrilled to finally own a Subaru!

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  Traded My Legacy for an Impreza - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By ChuckB - December 9 - 9:20 am

  This is my third Subaru and I traded in a 2001 Legacy Sedan Limited Edition for it two weeks ago. I selected the 2008 Impreza because of its looks, performance, price and safety features. I test drove a 2007 Impreza Outback Wagon (the dealer was trying to give it away) and was not happy with its performance or appearance. The re-designed 2008 has an upgraded appearance and performance with a sport car attitude. While it may not look like a traditional Impreza, I think the exterior is sharper than the 2008 Legacy Sedans (looks like a VW Jetta). I am very happy with my selection, its driveability and (of course) its AWD and great handling (better than the Legacy).

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  Fast and balanced - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By W.C. - October 29 - 5:53 pm

  Bought the car a month ago and love every minute driving the WRX. My 2nd Subaru (2005 OBS) and WRX higher quality materials, cluster, seats. Much faster too. Extraordinarily spacious with 5 door, able to fit a whole patio furniture set no problem. Living in NYC, wanted AWD and looked at Audis but the 5 door WRX balances driving fun with practicality of everyday living for a little less money. I have grey metallic and its beautiful, thought the OBS was bland w/o the scoop. Look forward to each moment behind the wheel.

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  For All the Right Reasons! - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By House - October 3 - 6:33 am

  Its super safe with front, side and curtain airbags and child latches in rear seat. Its super fast with a turbo that has some lag but the most hustle at the price range and even into the next. The AWD is also safe and fast, gripping corners, bends, and off-ramps. Driving in the rain feels like the traction is that of a tank and its control is superb like the feel of a running back on a highway full of blockers. Interior material is much more durable than other imprezas. Highway driving at 23.5 mpg, city at 18.6 right now, the trip computer allows for an average mpg reading. Very roomy and easy to make use of the hatch area.

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  Better then my BMW - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By pennfootball71 - September 25 - 4:50 am

  I traded in a 2001 BMW 330Ci Convertible for this machine. The Subaru has a better ride, handles better, has better room and comfort and even has a CD player my BMW was sans of. Higher RPMs the engine was getting tired so I added a Subaru Performance Tuning Exhaust and a K&N air filter that did the trick and it pulls hard all the way to redline now with no flat spots like before. Short throw shifter took away "notchyness" as well as a more comfortable MOMO shift knob. I have 3000 miles on the car and it is a dream to drive, and has a great ride. If you need something more hardcore buy an STI or the 09 WRX next year if you must have gumball tires that last 20 minutes!

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  Impressed with Impreza - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By bakerlexky - September 12 - 6:13 am

  Subaru has won me over! I build the best selling import in the US and it doesnt have anything on Subarus!! This car drives great. Excellent performance in all driving conditions. Gets 29 mpg HWY and 20 mpg city, averages 24.9 in the summer and 23.5 in the winter, great numbers for AWD. So far Ive got 16600 miles with absolutely no problems. All Ive done is changed the oil and rotated the tires. Quality of the build is A-1. Watch out Toyota! No wonder Subaru was one of only two manufacturers reporting sales increases for 2008!!! Buy one youll love it!

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  08 WRX - 2008 Subaru Impreza
  By Tyler - July 23 - 11:23 pm

  Have had this car for 6 weeks and loving every single minute of it. Been driving Subarus since I was 16 and this is my first WRX. Amazing handling, great speed and so damn fun to drive. Gas mileage is fine but i find myself filling up often because I just want to get out and drive the car!