2001 Subaru Impreza

Pros: good traction, understeering, sporty bucket seats, sporty exterior, standard fog lamps, and affordable price
Cons: bad all season tires, interior is simple and out of date, and no trunk lights

The 2001 Subaru Impreza TS is a good car for families that have safety in mind. This car handles very well in the rain and in the snow. We need to thanks for their AWD system that gave us the the traction we need in any weathers.

Pros: Handles well in bad road conditions.
Cons: Everything else.

I bought one new and got rid of it before the 3-year warranty ran out. It broke down on a regular basis. I did not trust it enough for road trips. The problems weren't even related - electrical, transmission, brakes, you name it. The car was constantly in the dealership service shop and often spent 1-2 weeks there, and even then the problem wasn't always fixed. They had to put a new engine in it at 17,000 miles. This is the worst car I or anyone I know has ever had. Also their customer service is atrocious. Time after time I had to call and call corporate people, who were incredibly rude, to get them to pay for the repairs, rental cars, etc. that the warranty supposedly covers. It was a battle to even get simple questions answered. Both the car and the company are horrible!

Pros: Awd, price, reliability, durability, fun to drive, safe
Cons: mpg not in the 30's, could have more power, luxury (no leather, no nav)

I purchased the car in late 2000. Brand new, 107 miles, with added security system as the only option. 108k later I'm still in love with the car. The car comes with just about everything one could possibly need:
am/fm/cd/tape
power doors & windows
AC
Moonroof
Cruise control
Awd
seating for 4
As for reliability, I haven't had to do more then regular maintenance, and I don't drive the car like a grandpa either.
The car is just plain fun to drive. Yes, there are newer, faster, cars out there, but this one is a rare gem.

I average about 26 mpg mixed hw and city, and have for the life of the car.