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Subaru Impreza IV Hatchback 1.6i (114 Hp) Lineartronic
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)
IV Hatchback Overview:
Subaru Impreza (IV Hatchback). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1295 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 179 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
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2.9 / 5
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.1 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 7.6 L/100 km for its class.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 1270 Liters.
Cons:
- • 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(III Sedan: 2008 - 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Impreza |
| Generation: | IV Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i (114 Hp) Lineartronic |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 114 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.3 Hp/l [165mm less] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | FB16 More details about the engine FB16 |
| Engine displacement: | 1600 |
| 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: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 8.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78.8 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 179 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 88 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.6 kg/Nm, 115.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1295 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1270 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4415 mm mm [165mm less] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1465 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2645 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Front track: | 1510 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1515 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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