Subaru Impreza I Station Wagon (GF) 1.6i (95 Hp)


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 Station Wagon (GF) Overview:

Subaru Impreza (I Station Wagon (GF)). With 143 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1040 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.3 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

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.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Coupe (GFC): 1996 - 2000).

General:
Brand:Subaru
Model:Impreza
Generation:I Station Wagon (GF)
Modification (Engine):1.6i (95 Hp)
Start of production:1998
End of production:2000
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Station wagon (estate)
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:95 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:59.5 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:143 Nm @ 3600 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:EJ16S More details about the engine EJ16S
Engine displacement:1597
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:87.9 mm mm
Piston Stroke:65.8 mm mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12.3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12.3 sec
Maximum speed:175 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10.9 kg/Hp, 91.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.3 kg/Nm, 137.5 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1040
Max. weight:1580
Max load:540
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1275 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:356 l
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Size:
Length:4350 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1690 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1420 mm mm [10mm more]
Wheelbase:2520 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1460 mm
Rear (Back) track:1450 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/70 R14
Wheel rims size14
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSeveral levers and rods

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