"But feature-for-feature the 2008 Subaru Impreza more than holds its own with its combination of standard all-wheel drive, side impact and side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, power group, interior roominess, 16-inch wheels, 170 horsepower engine and impressive fit and finish. And its new look, while understated and somewhat generic, will please most buyers."
One area it wouldn't hold its own is on the fuel economy front, this will be a baby guzzler with a 2.5 liter engine and AWD. I also get a kick out of our erstwhile reviewer's statement as it relates to its understated and somewhat generic styling. I'd say that's code for boring so whether it will please most buyers remains to be seen but then we are Canadians!