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4.88 out of 5 stars

Impreza Outback Sport 2009 manual

MAM, 03/25/2010
2009 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've owned a Toyota Camry, Avalon, VW Passat, BMW 328xi, and Honda Civic Si. I enjoy the Impreza better than any for several reasons. Manual transmission is fun. Just under optimal power at 170 hp (basic model) but more than enough for 95% of needs. Can drive it anywhere, anytime, any weather virtually without worry (like a mountain goat). Better than rated milage (avg 27 mpg). Very practical for dragging around stuff for kids at college. Highly rated safety pick. The BMW is twice the price and not as much fun to drive. Will probably buy another in the future when needed. Luv it.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

can't get enough

Subie Lover, 03/15/2009
2009 Subaru Impreza 2.5i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

My last car was a Subaru Legacy and it made me fall in love with Subaru. Comparing the '09 Impreza to other cars in its class (Ford Focus, Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, etc) there really isn't any competition at all. The symmetrical AWD, power, smoothness of the ride... none of the others even come close to an Impreza. And the Impreza was much less expensive too! It was a no-brainer and I couldn't be happier with the car.

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5 out of 5 stars

First time Subaru owner

Shirneen, 04/16/2009
2009 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Wanted AW drive but didn't want to break the bank (again). Got the 5 speed and it is so much fun to drive. Really hugs the road in turns and is fabulous in the Maine Snowy winters!! Added XM, Subwoofer so the stereo is fine. Gas mileage is 30-33 in mixed driving. Traded in an '04 Murano AWD and the Impreza is much better in the snow.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Safe, reliable, and excellent value

loanthony, 05/18/2009
2009 Subaru Impreza 2.5i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Only a couple hundred miles on the ODO but so far this Impreza 2.5i has lived up to my expectations. Chassis feels solid and ride quality is great. Handling is top notch and safety of AWD and solid structure gives you peace-of-mind (top safety ratings BTW). The look of the interior and exterior, while subjective I know, are clean and simple. No clutter or weird angles to speak of. I like the added std VDC, full disc brakes, and body- colored mirrors/door handles for 2009. Reliability has not been tested but CR record looks pretty strong. Also like that it's made in Japan. Negs: Interior is too plasticky, fuel economy is sub-par, seat fabric is too retro-fuzzy, and std stereo is not great.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

First time owner

First time owner, 08/09/2009
2009 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is my very first Subaru car (2009 Impreza Outback Sports), and I'm loving every minute of it. I've test drove the base model version, and I'll tell you that the Impreza Outback Sports was a very good choice. Also, I've driven the Outback Legacy as a loaner car, and I'm not very impress by the way it drives. Impreza Outback Sports is very fun to drive, very smooth on bumps and pot holes, and hugs the road very well. Although the gas mileage is under subpar, I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. Furthermore, what I really like about the vehicle is the interior room, and the seats are very comfortable.

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