What engine is in a 2008 Subaru Impreza RS?

The RS is powered by a two-litre, four-cylinder, horizontally-opposed (boxer) engine that produces 110kW at 6400rpm and 196Nm of torque at 3200rpm.

Is Subaru Impreza 2008 a good car?

In most respects, the 2008 Subaru Impreza is a better car. It’s more accessible, refined and comfortable, just like Subaru wanted. But except for the brash STI version, lost in the transformation was the Impreza’s spunky personality.

What does RS mean on a Subaru Impreza?

Yup it stands for Rally Sport. Subaru wanted to emphasise their great rally history.

Does a Subaru Impreza RS have a turbo?

Naturally aspirated 2.0-liter versions fell under the R, RX and RS trims, with the turbocharged 2.5-liter reserved for the WRX.

What is a Subaru 2.5 RS?

If you didn’t know, the 2.5RS is pretty much frozen-lake halo material. Packing a resilient (but blown-head-gasket-prone) 165-horsepower 2.5-liter boxer four, Subaru’s proven all-wheel-drive system, a limited-slip rear differential and a light, tossable chassis, it’s just about perfect.

Is Subaru more reliable than Toyota?

In the latest Driver Power survey the Subaru Outback gets better reliability scores that many Toyota and Lexus models. It’s not a surprise because the Outback wagon also scored a perfect 100 in a recent Top Cars for Long-Term Satisfaction survey from CarFax.

Is the Impreza RS a good car?

Impreza is easy to drive with light controls and steering, stable sure-footed road holding and good ride comfort, superior to its predecessor. Body roll through corners is apparent though. Performance from the 2.0-litre ‘flat-four’ engine is adequate, though low down grunt will be found wanting.

What’s the price of a new Subaru Impreza?

The Subaru Impreza 2008 prices range from $5,000 for the basic trim level Sedan Impreza RS (awd) to $29,990 for the top of the range Hatchback Impreza WRX STI. The Subaru Impreza 2008 comes in Hatchback and Sedan. The Subaru Impreza 2008 is available in Premium Unleaded Petrol.

Is the 2008 Subaru Impreza a hatchback or sedan?

While the sedan and hatchback versions of the 2008 Subaru Impreza are quite different in length, they have the same amount of backseat legroom; it’s only an issue of which cargo configuration you like best.

Is the Subaru Impreza 2.5i all wheel drive?

Disappointingly, the 2.5i doesn’t offer rear disc brakes as standard equipment – a decision likely necessary to keep the all-wheel drive Impreza price-competitive in the segment. The 2008 Subaru Impreza 2.5i is available with Subaru’s Premium Package, as well a Satellite Radio and Navigation package.

What are the safety features on a Subaru Impreza?

On top of the comprehensive air bag package and the much publicised five-star ANCAP occupant safety rating, the AWD Subaru RS sedan safety feature list comprises electronic stability control, anti-skid brakes with brakeforce distribution, electronic throttle control and hill-start assist.