Overview & Reviews

The 2.5 RS now has drive-by-wire electronic throttle control and a new four-speed automatic transmission. The dashboard center stack/console has been redesigned with improved cupholders and fancier metallic trim. The 2.5 RS wagon, which boasts the RS sedan's upgraded suspension tuning, alloy wheels and sport seats, has replaced last year's 2.5 TS wagon. The WRX picks up automatic climate control, redesigned alloy wheels and body-color ground effects. Smoke-tinted headlight lenses and revised exterior colors round out the changes.

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

• Tight rear quarters, limited availability of side airbags.

User Reviews:

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  So worth the money - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By Graham the Man - March 15 - 6:03 am

  I went from a 2003 Jeep Wrangler V6 with 6 inches of lift ... got tired of it (gas mileage and speed). I wanted another fun car to replace it. Needed AWD and wanted a turbo. STI is the perfect choice. Total sleeper too, everyone that is ignorant totally underestimates the sickly speed and acceleration. All cars should bow down to the STI ( I hate the import craze, that is, taking a cheap car and investing money into it that you will never recoup. This car is FAST stock and you dont need to add stupid aftermarket stuff).

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  Poor mans M3 - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By bully4me - March 11 - 10:00 am

  Car is fantastic to drive around town. Great brakes and acceleration. Engine has lots of torque compared to Mitsu EVO that had no bottom end. 6 speed works well and engine settles down at cruise. Glad I got the 2004 as the 2005 interior and rear flares are not an upgrade. Only the console and HVAC controls are better over the 2004. So - buy the 2004 if you can find one and take the savings to add a killer stereo. Hope they figure out the code on the engine ship soon so we can reflash for more power.

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  a crossover buyer from American Muscle. - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By spec66 - March 11 - 10:00 am

  I have had this car a week. the performance is nothing less than spectacular. Acceleration, Handling, Braking all superb. Do not expect luxury, this is a purpose built machine that has surpassed my expectation. The 2.5L has a rumble that rivals some V-8, 0-60 4.8?? yep, and it is not even broken in. this thing will give a corvette a fair race. and you can haul your kids, and stuff.

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  Thank god for Subaru - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By scooby101 - January 23 - 10:00 am

  I definitely am enjoying this car. I sold my acura for this car. It is awesome to drive, handles great in street driving. You can definitely dig in to any cornern and feel safe. It has enough power even with the 160 hp version. Smooth shifting, instant response, no delay w\non turbo. So as a daily driver or out for some fun this car can do both.

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  best car on the road... , for me anyway - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By jimbosSTi - January 23 - 10:00 am

  This car handles like a dream. Does very well in the ice and snow of Wyoming and Nebraska, it never leaves you guessing. Definately recommend to people looking for a fun fast compact.

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  Fast, awesome handling, great braking - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By NavyGuy - January 1 - 2:43 pm

  This car is amazing, purchased one over an EVO and havent looked back. The car is amazing on the straight aways and truly shines in the corners. Nothing compares.

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  Most Fun Compact Car with AWD! - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By David - December 22 - 5:50 am

  Ive had my Impreza 2.5 RS Sports Wagon for just over a month. Its exactly what Im looking for -- compact size, reasonable power, and lots of cargo space. Ive had two other compact cars (Dodge Neon and Ford Focus) and the Impreza is the best by far. The front seats are excellent for everyday driving, they are very supportive and controls are exactly where they should be. Passing power is great in city, I can change lanes with ease. One thing that Im uncertain about the Impreza are the frameless doors, although they feel sporty, but might increase wind noise in a couple years ?

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  Great "Middle of the Road" Sports Sedan. - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By veespecboy - December 8 - 1:16 am

  I used to drive a 2003 Nissan SER SpecV and the WRX is better in every aspect. Fantastic car to modify. The possibilities are endless. Love the aftermarket/car club atmosphere surrounding this car. Not a better deal for $23k....shoulda bought an STi.

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  Awesome ride a must own - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By pimpin 2.5 - November 14 - 12:20 am

  We got it 2 days ago and I keep getting people coming up to me saying its a beautiful car! Fun to drive, plenty of power despite not having a turbo all in all for the price you cant go wrong.

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  2005 STi - 2005 Subaru Impreza
  By bob wilson - November 13 - 9:23 pm

  Awesome car! Definitely the best performance for anything under $50k. Can match or beat most cars of any price range in any type of performance. It drives and handles amazingly. The AWD truly puts the 300 hp to the streets. Awesome turbo power through the full spectrum of rpms. Its aggressive exterior is eye catching and turns plenty of heads. Its boy-racer style aggressive looks truly inspired me. It truly is an amazingly awesome sport compact car.