Subaru Impreza II 2.5 (165 Hp) AWD Automatic


Subaru Impreza:

The Subaru Impreza is a compact car that has been manufactured by the Japanese automaker Subaru since 1992. It was introduced as a replacement for the Leone, with the predecessor's EA series engines replaced by the new EJ series. It is now in its sixth generation.
Subaru has offered a 5-door hatchback body variant since 2008. The firm also offered a coupe from 1995 until 2001, a 4-door sedan up to the fifth generation, and a 5-door wagon from the Impreza's introduction which was replaced by a hatchback with the third generation in 2008. Mainstream versions have received "boxer" flat-four engines ranging from 1. 5- to 2. 5-liters, with the performance-oriented Impreza WRX and WRX STI models upgraded with the addition of turbochargers. Since the third generation series, some markets have adopted the abbreviated Subaru WRX name for these high-performance variants. The first three generations of Impreza were also available with an off-road appearance non-SUV package called the Outback Sport, exclusive to the North American market. For the fourth generation, this appearance package was raised up to be subcompact crossover SUV and renamed the XV , and is sold internationally. Colloquially, the car is sometimes referred to as Scooby....(Read more on Wikipedia)

II Overview:

Subaru Impreza (II). With 225 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1370 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (125 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 10.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Standard trunk space (353 L) suitable for daily needs.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.6 L/100 km combined.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Coupe (GFC): 1998 - 2000).

General:
Brand:Subaru
Model:Impreza
Generation:II
Modification (Engine):2.5 (165 Hp) AWD Automatic
Start of production:2000
End of production:2002
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:165 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:67.2 Hp/l [55mm more]
Torque:225 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:EJ251 More details about the engine EJ251
Engine displacement:2457
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Boxer
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Coolant:6.9 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:99.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:79 mm mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:8.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA):10.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA):8.7 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:8.3 kg/Hp, 120.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.1 kg/Nm, 164.2 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1370
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:311 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):907 kg
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4405 mm mm [55mm more]
Width:1730 mm mm [40mm more]
Height:1440 mm mm [40mm more]
Wheelbase:2525 mm mm [5mm more]
Front track:1485 mm
Rear (Back) track:1475 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):150 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.8 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs, 272 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc, 262 mm [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size205/55 R16
Wheel rims size6.5J x 16
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionIndependent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer

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