Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 103.1 in |
Length | 180.3 in | 173.8 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 68.5 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3083 lb. | 3131 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 43.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 33.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.3 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 |
2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
Trim | 2.5i | 2.5i Premium | WRX | WRX Premium |
Standard Engine | 2.5L H4 OHC-4v 170 hp@6000 170 lb-ft@4400 | 2.5L H4 OHC-4v 170 hp@6000 170 lb-ft@4400 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Optional Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic |   | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
Standard Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
Standard Tires | 205/55VR16 tires | 205/55VR16 tires | 205/50R17 tires | 205/50R17 tires |
Trim | 2.5i | 2.5i Premium | WRX | WRX Premium | WRX STI | Outback Sport |
Standard Engine | 2.5L H4 OHC-4v 170 hp@6000 170 lb-ft@4400 | 2.5L H4 OHC-4v 170 hp@6000 170 lb-ft@4400 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 | 2.5L H4 OHC-4v 170 hp@6000 170 lb-ft@4400 |
Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Optional Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic |   | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic |   | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
Standard Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
Standard Tires | 205/55VR16 tires | 205/55VR16 tires | 205/50R17 tires | 205/50R17 tires | 245/40WR18 tires | 205/50R17 tires |
2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Powertrain: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
horizontally opposed boxer is much smoother than other typical I4 engines. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Plenty of power, lots of torque. Has nice pull when you downshift to get to passing speed. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
More than fast enough and great pull when downshifting to get to passing speed. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
It had a lot of torque and was fun to drive. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
All wheel drive makes it perfect for driving in all weather, especially snow see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I like the AWD and associated gadgetry, with a good set of winter tires driving on snow and ice is no big deal and even fun. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Powerful boxer engine, even without the turbo. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Excellent power and pickup. The turbocharger has very little lag and is one of the better tuned ones I have driven. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
I find that the car has plenty of power. When the turbo gets on pipe its very sweet ! see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Symmetrical AWD is a must in winter conditions see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Powertrain: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The engine is a Porche Boxter engine which got my attention, but I think there could be more horsepower, knowing that the WRX is great when moded. This car has a lot of potential. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport.
Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
4dr Sedan | 2.5i | 16,995 | 16,245 | 645 |
4dr Sedan | 2.5i Premium | 18,495 | 17,634 | 645 |
4dr Sedan | WRX | 24,350 | 22,997 | 645 |
4dr Sedan | WRX Premium | 26,450 | 24,935 | 645 |
4dr Hatch | 2.5i | 17,495 | 16,711 | 645 |
4dr Hatch | 2.5i Premium | 18,995 | 18,098 | 645 |
4dr Hatch | WRX | 24,850 | 23,461 | 645 |
4dr Hatch | WRX Premium | 26,950 | 25,400 | 645 |
4dr Hatch | WRX STI | 34,995 | 33,010 | 645 |
4dr Hatch | Outback Sport | 19,995 | 19,003 | 645 |