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Subaru Impreza WRX (1996) price & specs
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WRX
Overview
The 1996 Subaru Impreza WRX is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Subaru Impreza is regarded as a small car built in Japan with prices starting at $45,490 before on-road costs.
This Subaru Impreza is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 155 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 270 Nm of torque (at 4800 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 60L fuel tank
The Subaru Impreza measures 1400mm (55.1 inches) in height, 4340mm (170.9 inches) in length, 1690mm (66.5 inches) in width with a 2520mm (99.2 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1280kg (2821.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Impreza WRX comes standard with 205/55 R15 front tyres and 205/55 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 1996 Subaru Impreza WRX has a 150mm ground clearance with a 750kg braked and nullkg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
61.4 - 124.5 kW/t
61.4 kW/t
141.47 kW/t
Boot Space
356 - 374 litres
303 litres
405 litres
Price
$18,640 - $46,990
$18,640
$46,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
50,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
3 - 6 years
2 years
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,580 - 1,740 kg
1,580 kg
1,740 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
750 kg
750 kg
850 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
150 - 160 mm
104 mm
160 mm
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Dimensions
4,340 mm
1,690 mm
1,400 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,340 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,690 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,400 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 460 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Intercooler Compressor: yes
Number of Compressors: 1
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Automatic Valve Adjustment: yes
Engine Block Composition: Light Alloy
Bore Engine: 92
Engine (cc): 1994
Compression Ratio: 8
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Head Composition: Light Alloy
Engine (L): 2
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 75
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Electronic
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Variable Intake Manifold: yes
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Digital
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Combined (L/100km): 7.6
AS 2877 Combined (mpg): 31
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.6
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 31
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 10.8
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 22
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 10.8
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 7.6
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 225
Maximum Speed (mph): 140
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 211
Maximum Power (kW): 155
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 200
Maximum Torque (Nm): 270
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4800
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Center Type: Viscous
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Strut
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Front
Front Spoiler Type: lip
Roof Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Roof
Roof Spoiler Type: lip
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Boot/Hatch
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Type: Wing
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Front Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Rear Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 45
Rear Seat Down (L): 1275
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 356
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 57.7
Front Track (mm): 1465
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 150
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 55.1
Overall Height (mm): 1400
Overall Length (in): 170.9
Overall Length (mm): 4340
Overall Width (in): 66.5
Overall Width (mm): 1690
Rear Track (in): 57.1
Rear Track (mm): 1450
Wheelbase (in): 99.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2520
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.2
Front Headroom (mm): 995
Rear Headroom (in): 36.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 933
Front Hip Room (in): 41.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1060
Rear Hip Room (in): 50
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1270
Front Leg Room (in): 43.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1094
Rear Leg Room (in): 32.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 825
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1360
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1355
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Auto Off With Ignition: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Single
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Foam/Plastic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Front Power Window Switch Location: Doors
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear Power Window Switch Location: Doors
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Wiper Mist Setting: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1740
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3836
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1280
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2822
Antenna
Type: Telescopic
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Cassette Automatic Reverse: yes
Front-Rear Fader: yes
Number of Bands: 2
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Seek: yes
Tape Logic Deck: yes
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Number of Door Switches: 4
Passenger Assist Handles
Number of Handles: 3
Vanity Mirror
Location: Passenger
Passenger Mirror Cover: yes
Door Panel Trim
Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Driver Airbag Type: Us-Bag
Front Seat Belts
Driver Grabbers: yes
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Grabbers: yes
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Cushion
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Cushion
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Lid: yes
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Ventilation System
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: key
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