camber Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 ^^^That's what really impresses me about this car, the fuel mileage. IMO, at least from the pics, it is still meh. Knowing that Subaru can currently turn out a car like the FR S or Toyota/Subaru coupe then the come up with this??? Seriously! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
issai Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 This quote from the referenced autblog.com article reflects many of our impressions: "Legacy-inspired design leads the way, with the brand's hexagonal grille and hawk-eye headlights grafted into the design. The grille is outlined by a chrome strip, and instead of a chrome parallel running through it, arrow-tipped chrome spars – called wings – frame the Subaru badge. The wheel arches are another Legacy trait, adding more visual interest to flanks the car. " To those who like these new looks, Impreza Product Planner Kenneth Lim is the man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caschmidt Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 To me, it really looks like a refreshed version of 2005-2009 Legacy, instead of a Impreza. Maybe looks like what the '10+ should have looked like? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Is it possible they have narrowed the frame rails for the new FB engine, and the EJ won't fit? It does seem that the turbo FB isn't done yet. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcEWoLF Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I bet Subaru will have a new 2013 version of the Impreza when the 2012 model fails big time. FKING STUPID..... I suppose this POS is not going to Asia or Australia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WraithAkaMrak Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uR-6TyahJuA]YouTube - 2012 Subaru Impreza Video[/ame] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legandrex Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 5 door looks like a Dodge Caliber from the rear...that isn't a good thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The B4 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I bet Subaru will have a new 2013 version of the Impreza when the 2012 model fails big time. FKING STUPID..... I suppose this POS is not going to Asia or Australia. You are stupid if you think this Impreza isn't going to sell. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LunosAlpha Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I have to say I think this car is a big win for Subaru. Before I bought my '10 I was much more interested in the 05-09 cars, which if most of us are honest was the perfect size and looked better. I think this Impreza car is absolutely the right size and the tweaks they made to the design language used on the current Legacy really do work much better. Similar to the Hyundai Elantra vs the Sonata, same design language but I think it works better on the smaller car. I would have bought the Impreza if I could have waited longer over the Legacy. And 36 MPG for a car with AWD is pretty impressive and will keep it competitive with the other 40 MPG cars in it's class. Just think what they could do if they ever adopted DI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ in PA Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I was walking past a Honda Civic today and noticed that the front doors on the new Impreza seem straight off of the Civic, with the separate glass piece and the mirror placement. Not sure I like that split window, but it's not a huge deal. (I believe the Suzuki SX4 has that as well.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcEWoLF Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 You are stupid if you think this Impreza isn't going to sell. 2010-2011 Impreza did great, 2012 Impreza won't. Subaru is getting away from what they usually make...this is turning out to be TOYOTA Prius v2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzyss Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 IcEWoLF, you are right that "Subaru is getting away from what they usually make". However they seem to be replacing old customer with many, many new customers and the sell more and more... truckish cars aka crossovers. So far there is only one dud - Tribeca, and it is a dud in USA, not sure about the rest of the world. Krzys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vr4Legacy Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 The better mileage will bring those over that wouldn't come to the 2010-11 Impreza. To be honest probably 70% of people buying cars don't scrutinize the visual appearance as much as us enthusiasts do. They look at it, it's appealing, could care less about fender flares etc then sit inside and play with the gadgets. With gas prices more and more people are basing their vehicle shopping on MPG's, this one nails that. As for the comments about the radio, I find it amusing to see people bash it because it's not integrated, when all you see across this forum is how stupid it was for Subaru to make an integrated stereo that can't be upgraded. Or if you had manual controls people complain that they have to buy a $50 peice to convert to double din. Now you have a double din unit that will pop right out. Let's face it, this car is the low end of the family, it's not going to have everything integrated 100%, it costs more plus alot of people buy the cheaper cars because they can afford them and intend on upgrading slowly. I for one like it, IF I were shopping right now for a new car, it would be ahead of a Legacy for me if I went NA and with gas prices, I may be going NA on my next car. But it will be a few years, so I'm waiting to see what a 6th gen Legacy looks like first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishbone Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Give a hater a shit sandwich and he'll complain it has too much mustard or not at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoplightAssassin Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 2010-2011 Impreza did great, 2012 Impreza won't. Subaru is getting away from what they usually make...this is turning out to be TOYOTA Prius v2. The irony is strong here! We all said that when the 2010 Legacy came out. Now a 2010 Legacy owner is saying the same thing about the new Impreza? :lol::lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishbone Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 It won't sell because, mainly, it gets better gas mileage and that is not what Subaru is about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegGTLT Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 You are stupid if you think this Impreza isn't going to sell. Any word on 2012 Legacy info release? Please PM joeleodee For All Site Questions. He is the acting Admin and can resolve anything related to LegacyGT.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRed905 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgB8ESMlAxc]YouTube - Subaru introduces all-new 2012 Impreza[/ame] I didn't see this video posted yet... Thought I would add it here. January B. januaryb@hmtrs.com Nikole M. nikolem@hmtrs.com Internet Forum Directors @ Heuberger Motors forumquotes@hmtrs.com http://www.hmtrs.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faded-a-fool Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 ^those fog light surrounds are bleh. Looks like they skipped the projector headlights too. Probably trying to cut costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyniclaus Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 2010-2011 Impreza did great, 2012 Impreza won't. 36 mpg + AWD + Subaru reputation + sub-$20,000 MSRP = Big Win, especially in Northern States Be pretty sweet if the STI interior were something like this concept: http://www.insideline.com/subaru/impreza/2012/subaru-xv-concept-previews-impreza-crossover-at-2011-shanghai-auto-show.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ in PA Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I didn't see this video posted yet... Thought I would add it here. Those "powerful wheel arches" ruin the styling for me. Hope that fad passes in a few years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 ^those fog light surrounds are bleh. Looks like they skipped the projector headlights too. Probably trying to cut costs. Cost and weight. Projectors are heavier. What use would it be to have a smaller car that's about as expensive as the big one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoonwacker Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I'm wondering if we'll see projectors on the WRX or STI... sorry...this forum practically blows goat nuts so im not always on here.Team Pony Express POSTED FROM MY COMPUTER USING A WEB BROWSER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmanaenk Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 ^too early for that. Apparently for my2012 wrx/sti will still be based on the '11 impreza. 666 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f1anatic Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 ^^ I heard it would be skipped but now this again ? Me thinks Subaru will build a 2 liter turbo engine for the world STI and a 1.6 liter turbo for Japan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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