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2008 Subaru Impreza RS Pricing and Spec
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Overview
The 2008 Subaru Impreza RS is a four-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 $29,490 before on-road costs.
This Subaru Impreza is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 110 kW of power (at 6400 rpm) and 196 Nm of torque (at 3200 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. Subaru claims the Impreza RS uses 8.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 210g of CO2. It has a 60L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 674km per full tank
The Subaru Impreza measures 1475mm (58.1 inches) in height, 4415mm (173.8 inches) in length, 1740mm (68.5 inches) in width with a 2620mm (103.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1340kg (2954.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The Impreza RS comes standard with 205/50 R17 front tyres and 205/50 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2008 Subaru Impreza RS has a 155mm ground clearance with a 1200kg braked and 650kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
80.88 - 146.84 kW/t
60.37 kW/t
146.84 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
8.8 - 10.7 L/100km
4.6 L/100km
10.7 L/100km
Price
$24,490 - $66,990
$18,990
$66,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 5 years
1 year
5 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 kg
450 kg
1,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
155 mm
106 mm
155 mm
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Dimensions
4,415 mm
1,740 mm
1,475 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,415 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,740 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,600 mm |
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Explore Subaru Impreza Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
Emission Control Level Standard Met: EU4
Emission Control Level Co2 Level Combined: 210
Engine
Engine Liters: 2
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Cc: 1994
Engine Number Of Cylinders: 4
Engine Bore: 92
Engine Stroke: 75
Engine Number Of Valves Per Cylinder: 4
Engine Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Engine Compression Ratio: 10.2
Additional Fuel Types
Additional Fuel Types Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type Octane No: 95
Fuel Other Fuel Type Octane No: 91
Fuel System
Fuel Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity L: 60
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Fuel Tanks Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Computer
Computer Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Fuel Consumption
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined L100km: 8.9
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined Mpg: 26
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy Adr8102 L100km: 8.9
Performance
Performance Acceleration0 To100 Km H: 9.6
Performance Maximum Speed Km H: 193
Performance Maximum Speed Mph: 120
Power
Power Maximum Power Kw: 110
Power Maximum Power Hp Ps: 150
Power Maximum Torque Nm: 196
Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200
Power Measurement Standard: DIN
Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6400
Drive
Drive Driven Wheels: 4x4
Drive Four Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Electronic Traction Control Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Limited Slip Differential Center Location: Centre
Transmission
Transmission Type: Manual
Transmission Number Of Speeds: 5
Transmission Description: Manual
Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
Abs
Abs Four Wheel Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Disc Brakes Number Of: 4
Disc Brakes Number Of Ventilated Discs: 2
Power Steering
Power Steering Type: Hydraulic
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel Height Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Multi Function: yes
Suspension
Suspension Rear Location: Rear
Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Front Location: Front
Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Front Type: Strut
Suspension Rear Type: Wishbone
Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Tires
Wheels Tire Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Tire Front Location: Front
Wheels Tire Rear Width: 205
Wheels Tire Front Width: 205
Wheels Tire Rear Profile: 50
Wheels Tire Front Profile: 50
Wheels Tire Front Speed Rating: V
Wheels Tire Rear Speed Rating: V
Wheels Tire Front Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels Tire Rear Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels Tire Front Load Index: 89
Wheels Tire Rear Load Index: 89
Wheels Tire Front Extra Load: ?
Wheels Tire Rear Extra Load: ?
Wheels
Wheels Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Front Location: Front
Wheels Rear Rim Diameter Inch: 17
Wheels Front Rim Diameter Inch: 17
Wheels Front Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels Front Rim Width Inch: 7
Wheels Rear Rim Width Inch: 7
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Non Corrosive Body
Non Corrosive Body Type: Galvanised
Non Corrosive Body Location: Part
Spoiler
Spoiler Roof Location: Roof
Bumpers
Front Location: Front
Rear Location: Rear
Front Color: Painted
Rear Color: Painted
External Dimensions
External Dimensions Overall Height In: 58.1
External Dimensions Overall Height Mm: 1475
External Dimensions Wheelbase Mm: 2620
External Dimensions Wheelbase In: 103.1
External Dimensions Overall Width In: 68.5
External Dimensions Overall Width Mm: 1740
External Dimensions Overall Length In: 173.8
External Dimensions Overall Length Mm: 4415
External Dimensions Rear Track Mm: 1500
External Dimensions Rear Track In: 59.1
External Dimensions Front Track Mm: 1495
External Dimensions Front Track In: 58.9
External Dimensions Curb To Curb Turning Circle Mm: 10600
External Dimensions Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle Ft: 34.8
External Dimensions Ground Clearance Unladen Mm: 155
External Dimensions Ground Clearance Unladen In: 6.1
Doors
Doors Passenger Location: Passenger
Doors Driver Location: Driver
Doors Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Doors Driver Type: Front Hinged
Doors Rear Passenger Location: Rear Passenger
Doors Rear Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Doors Rear Driver Location: Rear Driver
Doors Rear Driver Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Doors Rear Door Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Color: Black
Type: Mica
Door Mirrors Cameras
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Location: Driver
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Power Windows Front Location: Front
Power Windows Rear Location: Rear
Power Windows Front Number Of Express: 1
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Intermittent Wipe: Variable
Weights
Published Kerb Weight Lbs: 2954
Published Kerb Weight Kg: 1340
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Kg: 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Lbs: 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Kg: 650
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Lbs: 1433
Antenna
Antenna Type: Roof
Audio System
System Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Disc Autochanger: yes
System Disc Autochanger Capacity: 6
System Cd Player Reads Mp3: yes
Connection To Ext Entertainment Devices
Connection External Ipod Front: yes
Connection Mp3 Devices: yes
Connection Wma Devices: yes
Disc Player
Disc Player Dashboard Capacity: 6
Disc Player Dashboard Location: Dashboard
Remote Audio Controls
Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Speaker Number Of Speakers: 10
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Load Restraint Type: Hooks
Power Outlet12v
Power Outlet Front Location12v: Front
Reading Lights
Reading Lights Front Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Vanity Mirror Passenger Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror Driver Location: Driver
Luxury Trim
Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
Crash Test Results
Crash Test Results Ancap Standard: Ancap
Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant: 5
Front Airbag
Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Front Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Front Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Head Restraints
Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints Front Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-Point
Rear Seat Belts Center Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Side Airbag Front Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Front Seat Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Driver Location: Driver
Front Seat Passenger Type: Sports
Front Seat Driver Type: Sports
Front Seat Driver Height Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Passenger Reclining: yes
Front Seat Driver Reclining: yes
Front Seat Driver Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Seat Upholstery
Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Seating Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders Front Seats Type: Fixed
Seat Back Storage
Seat Back Storage Front Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Aircon Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
Aircon Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Power Locks
Power Locks Operation: Remote
Power Locks Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Intermediate Service
Intermediate Service Distance Km: 12500
Intermediate Service Distance Miles: 7767
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