2009 Subaru Impreza 4-door WRX Premium Wagon

Even before arriving on our shores, the Subaru WRX had an enthusiastic following in America, due in part to video games like Gran Turismo. Being able to actually buy the car has only solidified its fan base; however a redesign for 2008 model year had WRX loyalists concerned that the all-wheel drive pocket-rocket had lost its edge. For 2009, Subaru has made a minor course correction with the WRX, imparting it with a stronger performance focus and leaving the 2008-spec WRX to carry on as the brand-new 2.5GT trim. In terms of performance and visual appeal, the tweaked 2009 Subaru WRX is now more closely tied with the top-of-the-line WRX STi, giving plenty of cause for the Subaru faithful to rejoice.

You'll Like This Car If...	You May Not Like This Car If...
You'll like the 2009 Subaru WRX if you want an import tuner car that can also serve double duty as a practical family sedan or wagon. Also, those in snowy climates will appreciate the standard all-wheel-drive system.	You may not like the 2009 Subaru WRX if comfort is your primary concern. The revised WRX rides firmer and only comes with a manual transmission, leaving those who prefer a relaxed ride or an automatic transmission to consider the softer 2.5GT trim.

Topping the list of changes for 2009 is a sizable bump in engine performance; an increase of 41 horsepower and 18 pound-feet of torque compared to the 2008 model. There are also a number of styling tweaks that push the Subaru WRX closer to the sporty end of the design spectrum.