Subaru Impreza LX (1997) price & specs
Overview
The 1997 Subaru Impreza LX is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Subaru Impreza is regarded as a small car built in Japan with prices starting at $19,044 before on-road costs.
This Subaru Impreza is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 70 kW of power (at 5600 rpm) and 137 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 50L fuel tank
The Subaru Impreza measures 1420mm (55.9 inches) in height, 4350mm (171.3 inches) in length, 1690mm (66.5 inches) in width with a 2520mm (99.2 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1065kg (2347.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Impreza LX comes standard with 175/70 R14 front tyres and 175/70 R14 rear tyres. It has a 36 month warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,350 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,690 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,200 mm |
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Explore Subaru Impreza Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 87.9
Engine (cc): 1597
Compression Ratio: 9.7
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine (L): 1.6
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 65.8
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Electronic
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Digital
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.1
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 39
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 9.1
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 9.1
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6.1
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 173
Maximum Speed (mph): 107
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 95
Maximum Power (kW): 70
Maximum Torque (Nm): 137
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
1st Gear Ratio: 3.545
2nd Gear Ratio: 2.111
3rd Gear Ratio: 1.448
4th Gear Ratio: 1.088
5th Gear Ratio: 0.825
Number of Speeds: 5
Reverse Gear Ratio: 3.416
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Strut
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Wheels
Front Covers: Full
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 14
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Rear Covers: Full
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 14
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Front Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Rear Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 45
Rear Seat Down (L): 1275
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 356
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Front Track (in): 57.5
Front Track (mm): 1460
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Overall Height (in): 55.9
Overall Height (mm): 1420
Overall Length (in): 171.3
Overall Length (mm): 4350
Overall Width (in): 66.5
Overall Width (mm): 1690
Rear Track (in): 57.3
Rear Track (mm): 1455
Wheelbase (in): 99.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2520
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.2
Front Headroom (mm): 995
Rear Headroom (in): 36.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 933
Front Hip Room (in): 41.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1060
Rear Hip Room (in): 50
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1270
Front Leg Room (in): 43.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1094
Rear Leg Room (in): 32.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 825
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1360
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1355
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Auto Off With Ignition: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Single
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Foam/Plastic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1653
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 350
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 772
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1065
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2348
Antenna
Type: Telescopic
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Cassette Automatic Reverse: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Number of Door Switches: 4
Door Panel Trim
Material: Plastic
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Front Seat Belts
Driver Grabbers: yes
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Grabbers: yes
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Lid: yes
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Ventilation System
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Recirculation Setting: yes
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