Six Star Magazine Six Star Magazine Winter 2008/2009 | Page 16

2.5i & 2.5i SPORT PACKAGE (4 & 5-DOOR)
Powerful and efficient 170 hp, naturally-aspirated
SUBARU BOXER engine
Fun-to-drive handling backed by Subaru symmetrical
full-time AWD and Vehicle Dynamics Control
Impressive AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with
auxiliary input for your portable MP3 player
‘Top Safety Pick’ crash-test rating* conducted by

Subaru Impreza
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Dominant Feature:

This engine features advanced green thinking in the form
of the Subaru i-Active Valve Lift System (i-AVLS), technology that
employs a specially designed camshaft, as well as two-piece valve
lifters that work separately at low rpm and together at high rpm.
With i-AVLS working away, the Impreza gains better low-end
torque, increased engine efficiency and improved top-end power.
Not only that, the system also produces better fuel efficiency and
reduced emissions.
There are two trim levels to choose from: the Subaru Impreza
2.5i and the 2.5i Sport Package. The former comes well-equipped right
out of the gate with Subaru symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) and Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC), both standard, as well as
air conditioning and an auxiliary input jack for your MP3 player.
The Sport Package includes heated front seats, a power
moonroof, and a premium audio system with a 6-CD changer,
SRS CS-Auto™ audio enhancement, and upgraded speakers
and tweeters. The system also features a free 3-month trial
subscription to SIRIUS® Satellite Radio. For the new model year,
the 4-door with the Sport Package has some exciting cosmetic

Available features like power moonroof, heated front
seats and premium audio system enhanced by a free
3-month trial subscription to SIRIUS® Satellite Radio
*Top Safety Pick for 2008 Impreza. Ratings of “Good” are the highest rating awarded for 40-mph
frontal offset, 31-mph side-impact and 20-mph rear-impact crash tests conducted by the Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) (www.iihs.org). A “Good” rating obtained in all three crash tests and
the availability of Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (Vehicle Dynamics Control) achieves a ‘Top Safety Pick’.

enhancements, including a body kit, rear spoiler and stainless
steel exhaust tips.
The 2009 Subaru Impreza offers the driving aficionado the
best of both worlds: a sporty car with genuine rally-proven DNA
and an economy car that’s easy on the wallet. Engine performance,
engine efficiency, all-wheel drive capability and a fine-tuned
independent suspension system: The Subaru Impreza has it all.
THE PERFORMERS
While the Subaru Impreza 2.5i and 2.5i Sport Package are a
fantastic way to experience all the technological advantages
Subaru has to offer, those searching for a little bit more
excitement behind the wheel will no doubt want to consider the
2009 Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX265.
Both cars feature a potent 2.5-litre turbocharged DOHC SUBARU
BOXER engine. This high-performer has been named the best†
2.0- to 2.5-litre engine at the International Engine of the Year Awards,
presented by Engine Technology International Magazine. A quick look
at the specifications reveals why it has received so much praise.