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Subaru??™s New Impreza Brave, Strange Or Just Crazy
Subaru Impreza 1.5R hits UK Is Subaru???‚¬?„?s decision to comprehensively redesign its Impreza brave, strange... or just crazy? The jury is still out. But now that the car has arrived in the UK, judgement day for a model that was only recently the darling of performance car enthusiasts across the country has arrived. While we were lukewarm about the changes to the Impreza after driving it in Japan, we were hopeful the newcomer might appeal to us more once it hit the UK. Yet first impressions aren??™t good. The shape is far from attractive and lacks a sporty edge, traditionally a trademark of Subaru styling. It??™s bloated and ungainly, as well as shorter and wider than the old Sport Wagon. The wheelbase is 95mm longer, though, so at least interior space is generous. Sadly, the cabin itself is a letdown. Bosses say the new model has a premium feel, but we can??™t agree. The design is better looking than the outgoing car??™s, yet the cheap and brittle plastics simply aren??™t up to scratch. Build quality is fine and at only ?‚??12,495 for the base 1.5R, it??™s good value, especially with a standard kit list that includes climate control, electric windows and six airbags. The key question, though, is what??™s the Impreza like from behind the wheel? Sitting on an all-new platform with a wider track and lower placed engine, the latest model still has Subaru??™s acclaimed handling abilities. There??™s more roll in corners, due in part to the taller body shape, but grip is good and the Impreza feels stable. Source: [url=http://www.autoracingdaily.com/article/subarus_new_impreza_brave_strange_or_just_crazy/]Auto Racing Daily[/url] |
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