Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | |
Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Subaru WRX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6000 300 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 104.3 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 175.4 in | 180.9 in | -5.5 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 70.7 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 56.7 in | 58.1 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3351 lb. | 3267 lb. | 84 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 39.8 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 55.6 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 52.2 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 43.3 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 54.2 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 53.1 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 35.4 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Body hugging front seats see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Seats are very large and not built for comfort for a thinner person. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The rear seat leg room is too small for American sized adults. A little more room would have made this car a lot more livable when family comes to town. This may be THE reason why I upgrade to a midsize car once this car dies. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |