2006 Subaru Impreza WRX Reviews, Pricing & Specs

I love the performance blended w/ practicality. It has never had any major problems and provides an economical (~25mpg) performance vehicle for any form of driving, vice off road. All-wheel drive is clutch in wet/snowy conditions. She always has a smile on her face:)

This car is absolutely amazing. It handles like a go-cart, has excellent thrust over 3,000 rpm's, and is an absolute hoot to drive. The ride is very firm - bordering on harsh - so if you require a plushy, Cadillac-like ride (like my Dad) you may want to look elsewhere. My only minor gripe is that the shifter is a little too "rubbery" for my tastes and could benefit from a touch more tightness and precision. While some people knock the styling, I think it looks great. (particularly the 2006-07 updates) As an everyday driver, the wagon version is extremely practical too. It can fit practically anything inside once you fold down the middle seats, gets about 27 - 30 mpg, and has an AWD system that's amazing in even the thickest snow. Build quality and reliablity are absolutely bullit-proof. Simply put, this is the perfect alternative to anyone who lives in the snowbelt of the North East, wants to enjoy some performance within their daily commute, and is (foolishly) considering an SUV.

The turbo provides good power. AWD gives it plenty of grip. You'd be hard pressed to find a better daily driver. Not to mention it's a great platform if you're into tuning.

I love my ugly car. It is essentially my "daddy wagon" + "porsche" mushed into one. I commute to work with it, carry my THREE kids around in it (yes 3 car seats), and use it for trackdays/rallyx/autox. The low end torque along with the AWD and poise makes daily driving fun, the 235 HP turbo charged engine really gives it spunk. The stock suspension is pretty soft, but I swapped in 22mm front and rear sway bars which really helped to reduce body roll and bring handling more neutral. 5-speed transmission is adequate. Pedals are situated well for heel-toe shifting. The wagon 5-door body means I can carry (although squishy compared to a van) my family of 5. The hatchback means I can move large bulky objects. The car is beautifully ugly. Great, Japanese reliability. MPG sucks... I get 22-23mph combined. Incredibly fun to drive.

I love this car! I bought it with only 14k on the odo. It is an great car with good performance and economy. While it is not as fast as an Sti model, it definitely gets better gas mileage. The AWD is amazing, once you drive one you will never go back.

This is my second subaru (impreza of course), and this is one terific car. For 2006-2007 Subaru really made the apperance on this car stand allot more then pervious years. For 06-07 you get a larger 2.5l turbo engine rated at 230hp and 235tq. Bigger 17 inch rims and tires, better steering ratio and a revised interior. Three models are also avaliable for this car the TR (tuner ready), WRX, and the WRX Limited which I have. The limited model inculdes leather interior, heated seats, heated windshielf wiper de-icer, and auto dimming mirror with homelink. This is also the only impreza model to feature Subaru's (and every enthusiasts choice lol) 4 speed automatic transmission over the standard 5 speed manual, which is standard on this car. Likes: Obviously this car is quick, handling is much improved over pervious models. 17 inch rims and tires look great, with Subaru painted in white on the red breaking calipers. Limited packages adds a great element of luxry. Car is pretty decent on gas though you have to run premium 93 octane. Dislikes: Very harsh and bumpy ride although this is expected on a performance car) (make sure to have a chiropractor on speed dial). Some of the interior is kind of cheap but this isnt a big issue. Overall love this car!!

Good: Bang for the buck. Fast, reliable, versatility, resale value, handling, WRC history..... and so on... Bad: Styling a bit outdated, feels and looks a little to conventional... like a Toyota or Honda. WRX stands for get out of my way... can't you hear my boxer engine growl ... no ... oh.... you're right! Since, Subaru placed a bunch of crappy silencers to make the car sound like a Toyota... so mom wouldn't be scared. Good thing its all easy to remove.... Bottom line. Priceless = Bang for the buck. Get one before they are gone forever.

Fast, fun, agile, mean, way too much torque. Very affordable when compared to competitors. None of those fancy gadgets and toys can be found here... go buy a loaded Acura TL or Mercedes if you need those distractions. This is a great vehicle for those who want to stray away from the automatics. If you are considered a "youthful" driver but need an adrenaline rush type car without high insurance rates... the WRX will work. Gas efficiency needs work. It's bad enough that you have to use 91 octane. Also, do not compare this car based on class because it is pure performance. It really is a rally car. You definitely get your money's worth. Compare it to BMW's 3 series, a Mustang, and even Audi's A4 with Quattro... you'll realize what you have. This car was at the bottom of my list, but after driving it through corners and hitting 110mph in 4th gear, it was an automatic buy. If you want a car that has that "sleeper" look, then this is it. Another buying point: this car is pretty much a sports car but your insurance rate will not spike up... performance sedan with lots of rally safety features :) The TR trim with an added spoiler is all you need. Simple and mean... but nobody knows!

I got this car in January of 06 and it was one of the best investments I have made.

It's a Subaru. All wheel drive. Roof rack, hatchback, manual transmission. Nice paint, nice trim. Great handling. Great acceleration and braking. Looks like a family car, drives like a sports car. Hope the car holds up for may years ahead.