Used 2006 Subaru Impreza WRX 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Too much fun
Leif_in_seattle, 12/04/2006
Subaru Impreza WRX 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Ive been driving my WRX wagon for about two weeks now and Im more impressed with it every day. The overall road feel and driver interface is amazing. Steering is precise, and acceleration is exhilarating, even before the turbo kicks in. Previous versions of the WRX were plagued by a pronounced turbo lag and lame torque at lower RPMs, but the new 2.5L engine in the 06 distributes power across a much wider band. It still jumps at 3500-4000 RPMs when the turbo kicks in, but its quicker off the line with a much smoother transition into the turbo burst, resulting in a more even, muscular acceleration. The AWD enables it to handle great on all surfaces and under all conditions.
Honda to Subaru, Never going back
LLL, 10/15/2005
Subaru Impreza WRX 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I had a '99 Honda Civic Si for the past 3 years. It was a great car and fun to drive but it was getting long in the tooth. This WRX is wonderful. The 2006 is much nicer than the 2005. I was sold on the '06 the second I drove it. Drive both the '05 and '06 before you buy. Those few numbers difference in the performance make a huge difference. If you can live with the front end it will grow on you and it is a much nicer car than the 2005 WRX.
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Very Fun & Practical
brian, 10/27/2005
Subaru Impreza WRX 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I love to drive my WRX. It handles great, and the wagon has enough room to make runs to the hardware store. Main complaint is the slight turbo lag. Otherwise the car is great for roadtrips and is built rock solid.
Sleeper Wagon
D, 08/10/2006
Subaru Impreza WRX 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I've waited a few months to review this car as I thought my initial enthusiasm might diminish. But, it hasn't! I still look forward to driving my car everyday. This vehicle has the perfect mix, with the practicality of a wagon but the performance of a rally car. AWD is a major safety and performance point (I'll have a hard time ever going back to 2WD, if I ever do). I put in the STi short throw shifter and would absolutely insist on it for any WRX owners out there. Subaru roof rack allows for bike rack and Rocket Box, while cargo area kennels a large dog easily. Roof rack whistle was a problem on past Subarus, but they seem to have fixed the problem as I haven't heard anything.