1995 Subaru Impreza L AWD review from North America
"Good car, very pleased with it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission failed at 175,000 miles, required complete rebuild (torque converter fragmented). A/C pump failed at 200,000 miles. Water pump failed at 205,000 miles. Original timing belt was changed along with water pump, as well as camshaft seals.
General comments?
The car still drives like it's new.
The power had slipped, and mileage is at very best 27 mpg on highway, 25 mpg @70 mph.
The driver's door sags a little.
Handling is good.
Alignment occasionally required, maybe annually (15,000 miles), though I'm very picky about that.
The seats are uncomfortable, but I replaced the driver's seat with one from a 1991 Legacy. Perfect fit, very supportive!
Lots of road noise.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 128000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 210000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota 4Runner |
| Date of Entry | 31st July, 2008 |