Subaru Impreza II (facelift 2002) RS 2.5 (165 Hp) AWD


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)

II (facelift 2002) Overview:

Subaru Impreza (II (facelift 2002)). With 225 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1348 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 203 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (225 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.1 sec.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Standard trunk space (356 L) suitable for daily needs.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.2 L/100 km combined.
  • • Meets EURO 3 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Station Wagon: 2000 - 2002).

General:
Brand:Subaru
Model:Impreza
Generation:II (facelift 2002)
Modification (Engine):RS 2.5 (165 Hp) AWD
Start of production:2002
End of production:2005
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:165 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:67.2 Hp/l [10mm more]
Torque:225 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:EJ251 More details about the engine EJ251
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:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:4.5 l
Coolant:7 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:99.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:79 mm mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.8 l/100 km
Maximum speed:203 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:8.2 kg/Hp, 122.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6 kg/Nm, 166.9 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1348
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:311 l
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Size:
Length:4415 mm mm [10mm more]
Width:1740 mm mm [45mm more]
Height:1440 mm mm [45mm less]
Wheelbase:2525 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1486 mm
Rear (Back) track:1481 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
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 size205/55 R16
Wheel rims size6.5J x 16
Front suspensionSpring Strut, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionSpring Strut, Transverse stabilizer

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