Subaru of America, Inc. today announced pricing on the all-new Subaru Impreza 2.5i and its performance icon cousin, the Impreza WRX arriving in dealer showrooms beginning in August. The 2008 Subaru Impreza starts at $16,995 and the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX starts at just $24,350.
"The all-new Subaru Impreza delivers the best combination of driving performance, safety and fun in its class," said Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales, Subaru of America, Inc. "The 2008 Impreza really sets a new standard for value in its segment."
With new, more sophisticated styling and two new body styles, a 4-door sedan and a 5-door model, the Impreza 2.5i and Impreza WRX breathe new life into the compact performance market. The new Impreza models deliver significant improvements in comfort and utility, while delivering the handling, performance and Subaru Symmetrical AWD that made the original Impreza such a success. Also new for 2008, is the availability of Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) on both the Impreza 2.5i and Impreza WRX.
In 2002, Subaru changed the face of the performance market with the introduction of the original WRX, a car that could deliver turbocharged, rally-bred performance in any driving condition. The all-new 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX follows that lead with an all-new breed of AWD performance car. Larger than its predecessor, the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX now rides on a 3.7 inch longer wheelbase (103.1 inches) that improves ride, interior space and utility.
The new WRX is powered by a 2.5-liter flat-four Boxer engine delivering 224 horsepower and 226 Lb.-ft. of torque and is 50 lbs. lighter than its predecessor. The engine has been modified to produce more torque at lower rpm. With its broader and richer torque curve, the 2008 WRX delivers a smooth stream of power, improving drivability and fuel efficiency.
| IMPREZA 5-DOOR |
| Model | Standard Package/Option | Transmission | TOTAL MSRP | DEST. & DELIVERY | SUGG. RETAIL |
| 2.5i | | 5MT | $17,495 | $645 | $18,140 |
| 2.5i | | 4AT-S | $18,495 | $645 | $19,140 |
| 2.5i | Premium Pkg. (VDC) | 5MT | $18,995 | $645 | $19,640 |
| 2.5i | Premium Pkg. (VDC) | 4AT-S | $19,995 | $645 | $20,640 |
| 2.5i | Satellite Radio & Navigation Pkg. (VDC) | 5MT | $20,995 | $645 | $21,640 |
| 2.5i | Satellite Radio & Navigation Pkg. (VDC) | 4AT-S | $21,995 | $645 | $22,640 |
| WRX | (VDC) | 5MT | $24,850 | $645 | $25,495 |
| WRX | Premium Pkg. (VDC) | 5MT | $26,950 | $645 | $27,595 |
| WRX | Premium Pkg. (VDC) | 5 4AT-S | $27,950 | $645 | $28,595 |
| WRX | Satellite Radio & Navigation Pkg. (VDC) | 5MT | $28,950 | $645 | $29,595 |
| Outback Sport | (VDC) | 5MT | $19,995 | $645 | $20,640 |
| Outback Sport | (VDC) | 4AT-S | $20,995 | $645 | $21,640 |
Source: Subaru of America, Inc.