2004 Subaru Impreza

Pros: Power, stability, handling, material quality
Cons: Could use a bit more engine refinement and chassis sharpness; rear seat cramped

There are not many Japanese cars with cachet. The Subaru WRX is one of them. For years both Subaru and Mitsubishi have successfully raced high-powered all-wheel-drive versions of their subcompacts in brutal rallies over lengthy unpaved roads. In Japan ...

Pros: Trusty and engaging road manners, gurgly engine note, standard all-wheel-drive, loads of character.
Cons: Not as fast or grippy as a true sport compact, unexceptional interior, loud engine note.

My Experience I test drove a 2004 Subaru Impreza 2.5RS at a local dealership. My test drive lasted about half an hour, and covered city streets, the freeway, and an abandoned military base that served as an impromptu autocross course. ...

Pros: Price is right, WRX is still powerful, excellent handling
Cons: none

The 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STi... don't you love the sound of that? Well, sorry buddy... wrong rev ...

Pros: Station wagon convenience without soccer mom styling. Fun to drive.
Cons: Could use more silver trim inside. No grille to protect radiator. Steel wheels.

What I really wanted was a Chevy S-10. When I found out that insurance for the small truck would cost $600 more than a wagon per year, I changed my mind pretty quick. So I was pretty much left to choose between the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx and this car, ...

Pros: Power, Handling, Braking ability, AWD, Cool Interior, 4 doors, back seats, Bang for buck.
Cons: They Americanized the suspension and the seats, should have left them in Euro spec.

I've owned the STi for a little over a month now and here are my observations. Although it's no Porsche in the looks department it definitely has it's own muscular appeal to it. The enormous bird catching hood scoop which all of my dads friends like ...

Pros: 4WD, decent power and handling, reasonable comfort and noise levels
Cons: Expensive

If you're looking for a car with four-wheel drive, as I am, the Subarus are your obvious (and almost only) choice. Consequently, this is the first car I test-drove in my quest to find a replacement for my aging Mazda MX3. Below are my impressions, ...

Pros: Heart stopping power delivery, amazing torque, lovely styling, DCCD, big 2.5L engine, Subaru reliability
Cons: Sloppy steering with slight understeer, steering not that quick

The 2004 Subaru WRX STi is just an amazing driving machine, bred for pure performance driving. It has its roots in the World Rally Championship, not very well known here in the US. STi is Subaru's in-house tuner, "Subaru Tecnica International". ...

Pros: Dependable, good gas mileage, safe, AWD.
Cons: Kind of boring body style.

I had leased a Subaru Forester, and LOVED it. Dependable, good mileage, could carry a TON of stuff. Great in the snow we get in Indiana. Well, I love cars, and would get new ones all the time if I could. I loved the Forester so much, I really was ...

Pros: Sport styling, handling, acceleration after 30mph, cargo room.
Cons: A tad pricey, lack of low-range power, TERRIBLE TIRES!!!

This is a review of the '04 WRX Wagon. I've had it for about nine months/8000miles now, and I absolutely love it. It has some faults, but overall this is one amazing car! Paid $24k including extended warranty. A fair price for what you get, but ...

Pros: Quick, responsive, and lots of torque.
Cons: Backlit instruments, no stock radio, slight push in corners.

At the 6 month and 7K miles stage, I’m still very happy with my WRX STi. With the exception of a few annoyances, the car continues to be great fun to drive. I purchased the car in January (and I live in Minnesota), so the stock tires were not ...

Pros: Turbo 4 cyl motor,That terrific AWD,safety,economy, value ,tunability.
Cons: Turbo 4 cyl...laaaaaaggg,smallish tires,understeer,tiny rear brakes,notchy shift..(newness ),body paint

Subaru cars have a well deserved reputation for reliability and durability and their tenacious grip in the snow belt areas. Rally Racing is Subaru's other claim to fame. Though Rally racing is not big here in the states, elsewhere it is serious sport. ...

Pros: AMAZING thrust, capable handling, reasonably comfortable interior, AMAZING thrust, great brakes
Cons: Jittery ride, v8-style mileage, cheesy interior for >$30K car, rear wing attracts attention/hinders view

I own a 2002 WRX. And love it. Very much. I drive it every day, and look forward to getting into the car. I've long wanted to drive an STI, but the dealer's always been difficult about getting me into one for a test. And I don't like lying to them, ...

Pros: Fun, fun and more fun!
Cons: Premium fuel only, faulty stereo, road noise and gas & brake pedal too close.

*** 7000 Miles ****************************** *************** Average Gas Mileage (from 27 mi - 7000 mi): H: 26.2 mpg H/C: 22.2 mpg C: 17.5 mpg Fuel: Premium (92 oct) Update: This car is still a joy to drive! Very confident handling and braking. ...

Pros: Incredible power, fantastic brakes, styling, 6 speed tranny, huge online community, attention getting
Cons: gas mileage, no radio, stiff ride, attention getting (cops)

The STI is a hard core rocket ship. I owned an '02 WRX wagon for 18 months and thoroughly enjoyed it. I eventually modified it to "stage 4" with new turbo, bigger injectors, fuel pump, 3" exhaust, engine management computer, bigger intercooler. ...

Pros: Solid and quiet, powerful, handling, brakes, all wheel drive, reputation for reliability
Cons: Poor factory tires, no folding rear seats, paint chips easily, throttle response, weak stereo, turbolag

I've had the car for about six months now and have been very happy overall. I bought the car because I wanted a small car that handles and has a good amount of power. I also wanted something with a solid reputation for reliability. All wheel drive was a ...