Upgrades For 2005 Subaru Impreza Range
Published: 17th September 2004
Subaru Impreza
Biggest changes are to the high-performance Impreza WRX STi Type-UK which costs £25,995 on-the-road - £1,000 more than before.
This is despite the STi’s thoroughly revised suspension and all-wheel drive system which now features a fast-acting helical front limited-slip differential (LSD), driver’s control centre differential (DCCD) and standard yaw-rate sensor.
Externally, the only visual changes to the STi are subtle extensions to the rear wheelarches to accommodate the extended rear track, the deletion of red-paint for the inverted suspension struts and slightly wider gold alloy wheels in a new 10-spoke design.
Inverted Suspension Struts For WRX
Meanwhile, the best-selling Impreza WRX gains inverted front and rear suspension struts – previously only used by the STi. This sharpens handling feel and enhances roadholding by reducing wheel movement during hard cornering or when covering bumpy surfaces.
The ’05 WRX - which still starts from £19,995 OTR - can be spotted externally by its red painted brake callipers. Hidden improvements include aluminium front suspension lateral links - which reduce unsprung weight - and more rigid suspension mountings for even more precise handling.
Also aiding handling is a revised steering system with a cannon mount-type attachment for the steering gearbox and steering damper valve which reduces kick-back.
Subaru Impreza
Our Subaru Impreza Guide lists the full specification of the current UK Impreza range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £12,990 - £25,090
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Fuel:
Models in the range: 6
We have road tested the Subaru Impreza, to read our in-depth car reviews:
Subaru Impreza Review - Sep 2006
Subaru Impreza Review - Feb 2008
Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 6th July 2008
