Subaru Impreza 1997 Sedan
Durable. Rolling part is stable and durable. On a dirt road car is incredibly stable.
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This generation of Subaru Impreza has been produced from January, 1997 to October, 1998. We can provide information about 7 modifications of this generation. 1997 Subaru Impreza is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (4 versions) and front wheel drive (3 versions).
This Subaru is available with three petrol engines with displacement from 1.6 to 2.0 litres and power of from 90 to 211 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (5 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.

Subaru Impreza 1997 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 8.5 to 10.2 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Subaru Impreza 1997 sedan petrol engine version is Subaru Impreza 1.6, consuming 8.5 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Subaru Impreza real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 7 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Subaru Impreza modification.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.4 seconds has Subaru Impreza 2.0 GT Turbo 555 AWD version, conversely the tardiest one is Subaru Impreza 1.6 reaching this speed only in 14.1 seconds. The maximum top speed is 231 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 211 hp version (Subaru Impreza 2.0 GT Turbo 555 AWD) and the 2.0 petrol 211 hp version (Subaru Impreza 2.0 GT Turbo AWD).
Lenght of Subaru Impreza is 435 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Subaru Impreza is about 5 cm longer than Toyota Corolla sedan, but 1 cm shorter than Ford Focus sedan. Subaru Impreza gross weight is from 1000 to 1200 kg (depending on modification). Subaru Impreza trunk space is 363 litres.
This Subaru is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 3400 €. Users calculated Subaru Impreza 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2700 € cost per year and 0.24 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 56%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 28% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Subaru Impreza for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Subaru Impreza prices and costs.
Subaru Impreza modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Subaru Impreza 1997 1.6
Most fuel efficient version |
1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Subaru Impreza 1997 1.6 LX
Feb 1997 — Oct 1998 Most fuel efficient version |
1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Subaru Impreza 1997 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Subaru Impreza 1997 2.0 AWD | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Subaru Impreza 1997 2.0 AWD | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Subaru Impreza 1997 2.0 GT Turbo AWD
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 211 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Subaru Impreza 1997 2.0 GT Turbo 555 AWD
Feb 1997 — Oct 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 211 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Subaru Impreza prices
Subaru Impreza 1997 - 1998 sedan price in Latvia is from 1900 € to 5500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Subaru Impreza price is very high - Subaru Impreza is more than two times more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 1997 - 1998 prices). Subaru Impreza high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Subaru could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Subaru Impreza 1997 price | 1900 € | 3400 € | 5500 € |
Subaru Impreza total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Subaru Impreza? Users calculated Subaru Impreza 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2700 € cost per year and 0.24 € cost per one kilometer.
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Subaru Impreza reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Subaru Impreza reliability is entirely high. In the roadworthiness tests in 2004 defects were detected in an average of only 6.7 percent of Subaru Impreza of this generation (on average 7 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 13.8%.
Subaru Impreza 1997 sedan features (options)
Percentage of Subaru Impreza with corresponding feature (option)
49% Adjustable steering wheel
48% Conditioning
30% Heated seats
20% Sunroof
14%
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Subaru Impreza reviews
Total 11 Subaru Impreza owner reviews
Pros: Car served very well. Based on rolling stock must be maintained in good condition, common repairs and follow recommended service book about replacement times.
Cons: Relatively quickly out of a particular electronics, air operations, after 13 years ago, even alarm tone, which is on steering wheel and wheel arch design, vulnerability to rust is quite high, follow up regularly.
Purchase year: | 1998 new car) | Owned for | 19`000 kilometers (0 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 8.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 2200 € |
Would recomend this car to the friend