2009 Subaru Impreza

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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

Even after an extensive refresh in 2008, the Impreza's new styling is described as dull compared to the sporty Mazda3 and sexy Honda Civic.

• "May be the least expensive all-wheel drive sedan on the U.S. market today, but it's also the most obnoxiously styled." -- Automobile Magazine
• "At first glance, the Impreza is a pretty ordinary-looking car. In fact, it's a big too ordinary looking -- it's nowhere near as unique and stylish as my two favorite compacts, the Honda Civic and the Nissan Sentra." -- About.com
• "With its generic new skin, the Impreza is no longer instantly identifiable as a Subaru. Onlookers asked if it might be a Suzuki or a Kia." -- Car and Driver
• In contrast, Autoblog says the 2.5GT has sporty looks. "Everyone has calmed down about the Impreza's new clothes, and the Impreza GT is subtle, even when tinted a shocking persimmon like our test car. Telltale signs of the car's potential are the slightly aggressive front airdam with foglamps in the lower extremities, and a functional hoodscoop that funnels air across the intercooler." -- Autoblog