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4.88 out of 5 stars

Better than before

Michael Squeo, 10/29/2005
2006 Subaru Impreza 2.5 i 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Last car was an '02 Outback. The '06 has a much better engine and the transmission gearing on the 5-speed is much improved. It looks like they took about 350 - 400 RPMs off at 70mph, which makes for a better ride and improved mileage. By 1500 miles I hit 29 mpg and I'm hoping to hit 30 soon. The black and grey cloth interior is absolutely beautiful. EVERYONE comments about it. With the black exterior the car looks sharp. The standard exhaust system even sounds better, especially at low RPMs. There is no better bargain on the road today. Why no one else is building well priced AWD vehicles continues to amaze me.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Fun Car

porkfarm, 01/18/2007
2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STi 4dr Sedan AWD w/Gold-Painted Wheels (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I chose this over the EVO MR, because of the interior and the cruise control. I do have to admit that the EVO MR looked better from the outside; then again, I can’t see the outside when I am driving. STi is definitely built for the fun/excitement factor, not for comfort. It took a few days for me get use to that much hp and turbo and control, but now, it puts a smile on my face every time I step into the car. This or the EVO probably are the best performance machines (ignoring the comfort) for a sub $40k purchase. Definitely a car to consider before having kids. Other cars I considered were G35, 330i, TL, IS350, GTO, Cobra, 350Z.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love My Subaru

MW3304, 10/25/2010
2006 Subaru Impreza 2.5 i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Bought with 33k on the clock. Can't go wrong with this one, peppy, planted, sips gas, good looking

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great Little Wagon

Old Man, 03/21/2008
2006 Subaru Impreza 2.5 i 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Have now had the Subaru for two years and loved it from the start. I guess that I am a lot older than most owners of this stick shift, being in my early 70's, but still like to "drive"! Although I would love the turbo, the naturally aspirated motor suits me fine, and there is enough get up and go for most occasions - not wanting get too many tickets!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Unique in its class

canadian-awd, 05/08/2006
2006 Subaru Impreza 2.5 i 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've put on about 5,000 miles since purchasing. So far, the car's been great in all conditions--comfortable cruising at highway speeds, and fun through twisty back roads. A lot of rare features in a class of mostly cookie-cutter cars - boxer engine, symmetrical awd, versatile 4 door hatchback style. Combined with best-in-class crash safety, a sporty ride and handling, and decent fuel economy, the Impreza has been a good choice for me.

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