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Subaru Impreza I Coupe (GFC) 2.5 (167 Hp) 4WD
Subaru Impreza:
The Subaru Impreza is a compact car that has been manufactured by the Japanese automaker Subaru since 1992. It was introduced as a replacement for the Leone, with the predecessor's EA series engines replaced by the new EJ series. It is now in its sixth generation.
Subaru has offered a 5-door hatchback body variant since 2008. The firm also offered a coupe from 1995 until 2001, a 4-door sedan up to the fifth generation, and a 5-door wagon from the Impreza's introduction which was replaced by a hatchback with the third generation in 2008. Mainstream versions have received "boxer" flat-four engines ranging from 1. 5- to 2. 5-liters, with the performance-oriented Impreza WRX and WRX STI models upgraded with the addition of turbochargers. Since the third generation series, some markets have adopted the abbreviated Subaru WRX name for these high-performance variants. The first three generations of Impreza were also available with an off-road appearance non-SUV package called the Outback Sport, exclusive to the North American market. For the fourth generation, this appearance package was raised up to be subcompact crossover SUV and renamed the XV , and is sold internationally. Colloquially, the car is sometimes referred to as Scooby....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Coupe (GFC) Overview:
Subaru Impreza (I Coupe (GFC)). With 225 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1295 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.3 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (167 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.3 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.3 L/100 km combined.
- • Compact cargo space (314 L); may require careful packing.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Overall Rating: 3.5/5
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Coupe (GFC): 1996 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Impreza |
| Generation: | I Coupe (GFC) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 (167 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 167 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68 Hp/l [24mm more] |
| Torque: | 225 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EJ25 More details about the engine EJ25 |
| Engine displacement: | 2457 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 99.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.8 kg/Hp, 129 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 173.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1295 |
| Max. weight: | 1700 |
| Max load: | 405 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 314 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4374 mm mm [24mm more] |
| Width: | 1704 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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