2002 Subaru Impreza WRX Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX
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by Anonymous
Sep 21, 2020
This car is a blast to drive. I traded a G35 for it and although the Infiniti had it of really nice features the fact that this car puts a smile on my face every time I look at it or drive it makes it well worth it. Sep 21, 2020
by Anonymous
Mar 16, 2015
This car has over 230K miles on it with relatively few repairs needed. Needs some TLC but still runs strong. All wheel drive and well tuned suspension give confidence in rough weather. Definitely recommend putting good tires on this car to get the most out of it.Mar 16, 2015
by Anonymous
Feb 04, 2015
Subaru's offer a great platform to work with. The All Wheel Drive gives excellent traction and handling. Unmatched reliability. (Lowest Cost of ownership of all major brands)
The WRX and STi also really hold their value too. Its a car you can drive 100,000+ miles and they still bring $10K and up in good condition.
The Boxer Rumble may be one of the sweetest sounding engines ever produced. Give it a listen on YouTube!Feb 04, 2015
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by Anonymous
Sep 21, 2020
This car is a blast to drive. I traded a G35 for it and although the Infiniti had it of really nice features the fact that this car puts a smile on my face every time I look at it or drive it makes it well worth it. Sep 21, 2020
by Anonymous
Mar 16, 2015
This car has over 230K miles on it with relatively few repairs needed. Needs some TLC but still runs strong. All wheel drive and well tuned suspension give confidence in rough weather. Definitely recommend putting good tires on this car to get the most out of it.Mar 16, 2015
by Anonymous
Feb 04, 2015
Subaru's offer a great platform to work with. The All Wheel Drive gives excellent traction and handling. Unmatched reliability. (Lowest Cost of ownership of all major brands)
The WRX and STi also really hold their value too. Its a car you can drive 100,000+ miles and they still bring $10K and up in good condition.
The Boxer Rumble may be one of the sweetest sounding engines ever produced. Give it a listen on YouTube!Feb 04, 2015
by Samantha A
Jul 11, 2014
There is absolutly nothing I dislike about this car. It is great on gas, fun to play around in ,fast and overall great car! I searched for years to find the buglight wrx and I would not trade it for anything.Jul 11, 2014
by Chris D
Apr 11, 2013
I appreciate how this vehicle blends reasonable performance with daily drivability and practicality in an effortless fashion. Fashion, or looks, on the other hand, is not this car's strong suit, but I like it better that way. The plain interior and exterior is very cut and dry, with no superfluous stuff that makes it feel cluttered. It is, through and through, a family-friendly rally car, and I love it. Apr 11, 2013
by Matt R
Apr 22, 2012
Great Car...The transmission needed to be rebuild and he motor is still rock solid with no real performance mods done for power... It has great handling but it needs a 2.5L with the right turbo to make the power I want Apr 22, 2012
by Travis M
Dec 16, 2011
Loads of fun to drive regardless of weather. Does alright for the miles
per gallon. If you ever so happen to have to sleep in your car, the front
seats are decently comfortable if put down flat. Would buy again.Dec 16, 2011
by Austin S
Jan 13, 2011
Before it was totalled it was amazing:
Performance: Built 2.0l Horizontally Opposed Turbocharged 4 cylinder
All wheel Drive
Fun to Drive
World Rally Blue
The awd and turbo allow for a potent combination of a fun daily driver and an aggressive track hound that will definately put a smile on your face daily.
Jan 13, 2011
by Matt H
Dec 01, 2010
My only dislike is the lack of a 6 speed manual, factory HID projectors, and heated seats. Otherwise I can't complain about 24.5 mpg with spirted driving. Could handle a little better around corners, but nothing sway bars can't do. Parts cost more for subaru's, but they generally are stupid easy to work on.Dec 01, 2010
by Justin S
Oct 12, 2010
I love it. It's FAST. The turbo on the car spools at a low RPM so you have power
pretty quickly. The car's transmission is incredibly weak though. I love to drive the
car because of how fun it is.Oct 12, 2010
by Nate A
Oct 05, 2010
I love my car its like a child to me. I love the way it looks, it could use a little more power but its pretty quick right now. I have 106k on it and have had no major problems. I just replaced the front brakes and timing belt and thats it. I am still on original shock/struts, rear brakes etc...They build these cars to run and run it does!! This car is very fun to drive all my friends want a turn behind the wheel but that aint happenin unless I drink a little too much!!Oct 05, 2010
by Mike K
Oct 01, 2010
ive had this car for about 4 to 5 months now and so far ive had no problems yet, its fast off the line and pulls through the gears well, turns tightly with minimal oversteer and over all is just a well made vehicle.Oct 01, 2010
by Dan B
Sep 17, 2010
Handel's like a dream and just too much fun!
Excellent acceleration
Very solid, well-behaved, tight ride with little body lean, and not jittery or
"rattly" at all. It reminds me of a BMW with sport suspension. Adjusting tire
pressure allows you to choose between a more subdued ride and real road-
hugging grip (I like 34 PSI). But the car is never soft and simply handles great.
All-wheel drive means no wheel spin unless you really want it. Simply a superb
car in the rain, even dashing through sitting water on the highway. It's good in
snow also.
Good ergonomics, easy dashboard.Sep 17, 2010
by Ricky J
Sep 03, 2010
So far I absolutely love this car. I bought the car stock, it handled and performed wonderfully. It is quick and solid. The maintenance on it is a little more expensive than the average car but well worth it. I have gotten anywhere from 22-29 MPG so far. This summer I have put on a full exhaust and installed UTEC for tuning. I can't wait for the upcoming winter!
My next car will be another WRX or an STi if I can afford it.Sep 03, 2010
by Brian K
Apr 29, 2010
Awesome car for the money. Easy to handle due to AWD. Lots of power although lacking low end torque. The 2002 had little show but everything was functional. Make a great track and autocross car. Only problems were the wheel bearings and clutch which were common problems with that model.Apr 29, 2010
by Brad C
Feb 08, 2010
Summer performance is ok, but suffers from
understeer. Winter performance is outstanding. Very
easy to drive any season and very stable. The paint
quality is lacklustre and the car is kinda ugly. Fuel
economy isn't very good. The car is very durable. I
have put it through hell and it just keeps on ticking.Feb 08, 2010
by Johnathan P
Dec 14, 2009
Over all the car is a great performer All Wheel Drive Turbo is the way to go!. I like the fully symmetrical All Wheel Drive system they have for all their Subaru's. Its a great quality car it hasn't had any problems except for routine maintenance.Dec 14, 2009
by Nick B
Dec 11, 2009
I love the car. It is peppy, handles well, responds well to
modifications. I have had issues with it in terms of reliability,
but it is a fun car, that is the point. Mileage is poor, and parts
are expensive, though.Dec 11, 2009
by Andy D
Nov 04, 2009
A lot of fun to drive but mine does break down more than it should. Other than that it is great and there are many online forums to learn about this car and ask questions. It is a great winter weather car.Nov 04, 2009
by Jonathan E
Oct 18, 2009
Ultimate boy racer car out of the box, next step is to buy
one as my midlife crisis car... fast, fun, safe, all weather
stunt car. Cool scoop on the hood. Brakes with electronic
brake distribution always stop straight, rain or shine, fun
to get sideways with the right summer tires. 16mpg when
having fun, 24 when easy on the gas. Tops out at 140
mph, probably electronic limit. Solid. Not too fragile, easy
to service, fun in the mud and snow.Oct 18, 2009
by Brandon K
Sep 29, 2009
great power through out the power band, great exhaust
sound from the 2.0l Boxer motor. pretty good gas millage
even with the car tuned for rallys. Good on and off road car.
4 doors good for the family. Handles like a dream with very
minor add onsSep 29, 2009
by Nima B
Sep 02, 2009
Well, its fast enough to be fun but comfortable enough to live with. It has a nice sporty tone but not too loud to get attention from cops, AWD is amazing, I truly love and enjoy driving this car more than any car i have previously owned!Sep 02, 2009
by Marc H
Jul 14, 2009
Amazing car all around, extremely easy to make fast, awesome handling, great in all terrain including snow, fairly cheap parts if needed to be replaced, gets around 22 miles per gallon even being modified with 390 horse to the crank, pure badass.Jul 14, 2009
by Horace C
Jul 01, 2009
AWD really rocks in the snow, the Tubo engine is fast and the boxer rumble is amazing. it comes with really comfortable stiff suspension and it's just perfect. it's really fun to drive if you really mod it and step on it, but it can't really take a lot of beating in the trannyJul 01, 2009
by Jared R
May 15, 2009
One of the fastest, best handling cars I've ever owned and built.
Fully upgraded motor, suspension, transmission. Dealt with all the weak points of the car. Increased power to over 350bhp. Used rally car transmission. STI interior. Great Car.
more words...May 15, 2009
by Denis P
Jan 11, 2009
Since this is a review of the car I own it probably will be
completely unbiased.
Let's see will start off with, performance: the addition of
the JDM STI six speed transmission has really livened up
this little two liter WRX. It has much improved torque and
acceleration, plus I don't have to worry about breaking it
like I did with the five speed. To keep all that speed under
control the brembo brakes really help out, stopping
distances are much shortened over the stock brakes they
can even Max out the dry road grip of my 235
performance tires.
Jan 11, 2009
by Scott M
Dec 30, 2008
The 2002 Subaru WRX is one of those faces that you can grow to love over time, especially given its amazing performance. It boasts 0-60 acceleration times in the 5.6 to 6.0 seconds range, depending on what magazine test you read, as well as a variety of after market parts so you can modify its performance and handling to your tastes, mild to utterly insane (400+hp anyone?). It definitely has its quirks, in terms of appearance (bugeye lights) and handling (serious understeer with stock suspension) and features, but I'm definitely glad I've owned one. I just returned from a multi-state road trip and averaged 28mpg on the highway. Not bad for a car with 102k miles! Nothing sounds quite like it either - very unique! I highly recommend the 2002 WRX for someone looking for ample performance at a reasonable price.Dec 30, 2008
by Dan C
Dec 26, 2008
Subaru wrx is the best with AWD and turbo charged engine
Acceleration is amazing. I have a bigger brake kit which stops like no other. Handling is awesome with the boxer engine.
You get all this while still at 24mpg
Its like a go kart to drive!
Dec 26, 2008
by Jacob G
Dec 22, 2008
There wasn't much at all that I disliked about this car. It gave me goosebumps every time I drove it. It was fast, and convenient. Regardless of what people may say, it was an amazingly reliable car. With as much as I beat on it, what happened to it was to be expected. I would have expected it to have literally fallen apart by the time I was done with it. If I had the chance to own another one, I would, and am currently considering foregoing more debt just so that I can own another one.Dec 22, 2008
by Christina S
Oct 24, 2008
My car is so fun to drive...best car I have owned. It's a lot faster with the upgraded exhaust, downpipe, blow-off valve, and a bigger top mount innercooler. Won't recommend the car though if you want a lot of room, or good gas mileage. This car standard get 21 MPG on highway and it's a 4 cylinder...but that's the price I pay for having a fun car.Oct 24, 2008
by Ken P
Sep 04, 2008
When I drive the car it is like poetry in motion. I love everything about it. The pick up, the handling, and the way hugs the road. It is easy to work on, fun to drive, the girlfriend loves it too. Its a great car with both top performance and it still has great mileage.Sep 04, 2008
by Tyler P
Aug 28, 2008
I love my car. Not only is it blue (scientifically proven to be the fastest) its the bugeye style, which is the coolest looking .fast as hell and fun to drive, what more can you ask for. awd is great in the winter for some awesome drifting, and the fellow owners are usually pretty cool people.Aug 28, 2008
by Wil W
Aug 02, 2008
Absolutely everything I wanted in a car. I admit, its not the top of the line, but its all i want without paying 3 years salary for a car. The handling and traction are everything. It is a rally car, it goes well on any surface. I've tested it hard on the back mountain roads of main without any complaint. There are better models out now, but this car revolutionized what a sport-compact car could be, sparking a wave of imitators. Aug 02, 2008
by Rebecca H
Aug 02, 2008
this car was the best car i have ever owned, it went like a rocket, handled like it was on rails and looked so hot, i spent a bit on buying this car and when i traded it in it had lost thousands of dollars even though it was still in the same condition as i bought it, this car is the most fun you can have on 4 wheels!!Aug 02, 2008
by Stephen B
Aug 02, 2008
Between its rally heritage and bulletproof reliability, there's simply no substitute for a Subaru. Especially in wagon trim, the WRX is enough of a sleeper so as not to attract the attention of the 5-0, but once the turbo spools, hang on. Equally at home on the racetrack or on a logging road.Aug 02, 2008
by Phil W
Jul 11, 2008
Bought new in May 2001. A good blend of performance and practicality. Has been very reliable with no major mechanical issues. Not the most fuel efficient due to AWD. If you want luxury and high style look elsewhere.Jul 11, 2008
by Andrew O
Jul 01, 2008
performance wise the WRX is great comes stock with 220chp but with a few mods you can put out an easy 280. It has a relitively sporty interior, nice seats and a sweet Momo Steering Wheel. As far as far as price of ownership goes insurance will get you with a sports car cost but the MPG isnt bad stock once you do mods youll loose milage but it also all depends on what kind of driver you are. Fun Factor is unreal its soo much fun to drive all wheel drive makes the car hug turns and make it a blast to drive in the snow.Jul 01, 2008
by Bill C
Jun 10, 2008
Great bang for the buck, although nowadays most cars have 200+hp. This car is all about performance, if you want luxury go buy a Hyundai. Also, a great car to tune. I have upgraded the suspension as handling is most important to me, so I can blow by cars as they have to slow down for the curves.Jun 10, 2008
by Keith R
May 15, 2008
Excellent car, out handles most cars stock and with a little work is amazing, very fast, inexpensive to work on.May 15, 2008
by Paul C
Apr 20, 2008
This is primarily my wife's car, but I drive it a lot, too. It's a great car, decent power, decent
handling, decent amount of room for the kids and stuff. When we had dogs (a rottwieler and
a german shepherd), there was room for both of them in the back.Apr 20, 2008
by Reuben S
Apr 15, 2008
This car was supremely great for handling, performance, taking trips to the mountains to go backpacking, rock climbing or just plain ol driving.Apr 15, 2008
by Kyle K
Apr 12, 2008
I am not the personal owner, the car actually belongs to my dad. From the times that I have driven it, the car feels very responsive and has a very strong pull when the turbo kicks in.Apr 12, 2008
by Ed W
Apr 12, 2008
In the 80K miles I've put on this car it has required only minor maintenance, which is great considering how hard I drive. It has been 100% reliable and is fairly fun to drive (although 227hp doesn't do much for me anymore) and is a pretty decent AutoX car.Apr 12, 2008
by Shane B
Apr 06, 2008
Exterior:
Jdm v2 front lip
17" Wedsport SA-90
Sti front grille (not pictured)
Koji DIY Headlights
Painted sideskirts
Debadged
Engine:
Brand new 07' Sti 2.5 block
18g Forced Performance turbo
Cobb AccessPort
Walbro fuel pump
modified stock injectors
Turbo inlet
TurboXS FMIC
TurboXS intake
Helix up-pipe
Invidia Turboback exhaust
Transmission:
STi ra 5spd hardened gear set
ACT street disc clutch
Momo gearshifter with bushings
Suspension:
Cusco front strut tower bar
Spt rear strut tower bar
STi font lower control arms
STi rear trailing arms
Spt springs
Spt strutsApr 06, 2008
by Fung R
Mar 13, 2008
Love it.. power,fun to drive,easily upgrade Mar 13, 2008
by Steve M
Feb 29, 2008
Love it... fast, quick and great looking. Interior is basic, which is fine with me. The only thing it lacks is a boost gage.
The plate is that of the late Richard Burns when he won the 2002 WRC in a WRX... Feb 29, 2008
by Mike W
Feb 10, 2008
Engine:
Turbocharged Flat 4, alum block/heads, LEV, DOHC, 4 valves/cyl
cold air intake, 3" turbo-back exhaust with 3" high flow cat, blow off valve, y-pipe (All APS)
VF-34 turbo (17lbs boost)
Turbo XS UTEC with remote switch
STI injectors
Walbro fuel pump
Transmission and Suspension:
Eibach pro kit springs
5 speed manual
Short throw shifter
hardened shifter bushings
Exterior:
Orciari full lip kit
STi fog lamp covers
Orciari grill
18" Enkei RSV wheels colored anthracite
Windows 30% tint
Feb 10, 2008
by Bryan F
Jan 02, 2008
It is a great car. I love it. It is inexpensive fun. Pretty decent build. I have one recommendation to all looking to get one; don't buy one that has modifications! Buy one completely stock and modify it yourself!Jan 02, 2008
by Matt W
Dec 19, 2007
The "bug eye" was Subarus first foray into the world of cutting edge design, and the WRX's first attempt to "grow up".
The MY01 brought a stiffer chassis and improved interior features, but due to the polarising design and slightly worse acceleration times, it was poorly received by many fans.
The MY02 as seen here received improved gear ratios and a suretrac rear LSD to address these issues, but in reality the issues hardly needed addressing anyway. The MY02 WRX is a seriously quick car, especially point-to-point on a twisty mountain road. All wheel drive traction gives it the edge off the line, out of corners, and everywhere if it's wet, and makes up for any lack lustre handling issues.Dec 19, 2007
by Adam J
Dec 19, 2007
Great accel. Car wants to be driven well over 3,000 rpm! This vehicle was designed for rally so it's great in mud and snow. Has alot of miles on it but haven't had any mechanical problems thusfar. Dec 19, 2007
2002 Subaru Impreza WRX Pricing
Original MSRP
$24,020 to $24,520Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
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N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power steering: hydraulic · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: rear
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black
Seats
Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power steering: hydraulic · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: center
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black
Seats
Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
