Verdict
C
BHP
115 bhp
0–60
11.0 s
Top speed
109 mph
MPG
25 mpg (US)
Used
$1,000-$4,400
Strengths
- Permanent AWD on most versions
- Original Impreza body design
- Saloon and hatch
Weaknesses
- Rust kills them
- EJ20 head gaskets
- Slow non-turbo cars
Notable tech
- First-gen Impreza (GC)
- Saloon and hatchback bodies
- EJ16 / EJ18 / EJ20 boxer petrol
- Permanent symmetrical AWD
Common issues
- Rust on rear arches
- EJ20 head gasket
- Front strut top mounts
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across GC's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
1.6 NA
BHP95
Torque125 Nm
0–6012.5 s
Top105 mph
MPG (US)27 mpg
DriveFWD / AWD
Gearbox5MT
1.8 NA
BHP103
Torque155 Nm
0–6011.5 s
Top109 mph
MPG (US)25 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT
2.0 NA
BHP115
Torque186 Nm
0–6011.0 s
Top112 mph
MPG (US)25 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT