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1998 Subaru Impreza
The 1998 Subaru Impreza is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $18,640 for the LX variant and topping out at $42,290 for the WRX variant.
There are 4 variants of the Impreza available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-1993.
The 1998 Impreza was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Subaru Impreza include 1.6 horizontal 4-cylinder (70kW/137Nm), 2 horizontal 4-cylinder (88kW/175Nm) and 2 horizontal 4-cylinder turbo (155kW/290Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $18,640 - $42,290â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $18,640 - $42,290â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Subaru Impreza
1998 Subaru Impreza
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
1998 Subaru Impreza
Available Variants
The Subaru Impreza comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being LX and the most expensive being WRX.
1998 Subaru Impreza
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Power to Weight
63.06 - 123.51 kW/t
63.06 kW/t
123.51 kW/t
Boot Space
363 litres
363 litres
372 litres
Price
$18,640 - $42,290
$18,640
$42,290
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 - 6 years
2 years
6 years
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L
2025
$32,490
R
2025
$35,990
S
2025
$38,990
S-Edition
2025
$42,490
Year
2025
Engine Type
2.0L Combustion
Fuel
Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Hatchback
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
115 kW
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1998 Subaru Impreza
Dimensions
4,350 mm
1,690 mm
1,415 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,350 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,690 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,200 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Subaru Impreza
Sales Data
20241,833Total Sales
20251,618Total Sales
2026108YTD Sales
Subaru Impreza Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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1998 Subaru Impreza
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Subaru Impreza is the LX variant that starts from $18,640.
See all Subaru Impreza PricingThe most expensive Subaru Impreza is the WRX variant that starts from $42,290.
See all Subaru Impreza PricingThe best towing capacity of a Subaru Impreza is 750 kg shared by all variants.
See all Subaru Impreza towing capacityThe largest Subaru Impreza is the LX variant which measures 1690mm wide, 4350mm in length and sits 1420mm tall.
The most powerful Subaru Impreza is the WRX variant which has 155kW of power and 290nm of torque.
The Subaru Impreza is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The Subaru Impreza uses Unleaded Petrol.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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