article on 2.5i wagon

impreza06 · 08-11-2006, 09:46 AM

this may be the first review i've come across of the 2006 2.5i impreza. just thought i'd share:

http://www.canadiandriver.com/testdr...prezawagon.htm

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problemcat13 · 08-11-2006, 10:13 AM

"Fuel consumption with the automatic transmission is 10.4 L/100 km (27 mpg) city and 7.8 L/100 km (36 mpg) highway"

Is there something dramatically different with the Canadian model (I don't think so)? How did he get 36 MPG when ours is rated at 28 MPG?

Anyhow, it's always good to see an article praising a suby. While it seems like there's a lot more discussion on these boards from people with WRXs and hot-rodded subies, the "plain old" models like the 2.5i wagon are still fun and a great car.

outback_97 · 08-11-2006, 10:28 AM

Canada uses Imperial Gallons, which are around 20% larger volume than US Gallons.

So 36 MP(Imperial)G = around 30 MP(US)G.

FWIW 36 MPG (US) is our personal best tank on our '03 TS (2.5 wagon). Stiff tail wind and 55-65 mph highways. 30+ mpg is very common on freeway trips at 75-80 mph and A/C.

Steve

Scubiesteve25RS · 08-11-2006, 12:49 PM

I just did a trip from Alaska to Indiana and I avg. 32-34 mpg. Avg speed was 85mph with A/C on. I hit 36 mpg a few times but I was in the Rockies and it was mostly down hill. But I dont have a 06 or even a wagon for that matter.

problemcat13 · 08-15-2006, 08:13 AM

WOW, great mileage! Once I got 28.4MPG w/ cruise at 65mph. But mine's the first year of the Phase II 2.5 in a Forester and I can't drive 65 (more like 75 or 80).

But good to know on the Canadian "gallon." That helps things make sense, although it's WEIRD.

M-e-X-x · 08-15-2006, 09:37 AM

agree with the reviewer for the most part, except maybe visibility

jd_nasioc · 08-15-2006, 12:05 PM

Decent numbers. I was a little hesitant in the past on buying a Subaru (2.5L) due to fuel consumption. I had a '98 Legacy GT for a bit but it was just too thirsty (averaged 10L/100km on the highway and 12L/100km or more in the city). I'm driving a 2001 2.0L Jetta (5-speed) now and regulary see <8L/100km in the city (7.7 last tank) and <7L/100km on the highway (6.3 last tank). Granted, one has to expect a penalty for AWD but i'm glad to see the fuel economy has improved... i'm thinking of an '06 2.5i Wagon for the next car. Probably next year some time once i've paid off the Jetta.

awdave · 08-16-2006, 10:01 AM

With a little modification to the intake, lighten crank pulley, and using synthetic oil... I get 9.5 L/100km on every fill up. That's a mix of (60% hwy/40% city) driving.

08-11-2006, 09:46 AM	#1
impreza06 Scooby Newbie Member#: 105152 Join Date: Jan 2006 Vehicle: 2006 2.5i wagon	article on 2.5i wagon this may be the first review i've come across of the 2006 2.5i impreza. just thought i'd share: http://www.canadiandriver.com/testdr...prezawagon.htm * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

08-16-2006, 10:01 AM	#8
awdave Scooby Newbie Member#: 113526 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Vancouver, BC Vehicle: 06 2.5i Red	Avg fuel consumption With a little modification to the intake, lighten crank pulley, and using synthetic oil... I get 9.5 L/100km on every fill up. That's a mix of (60% hwy/40% city) driving.

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08-11-2006, 10:13 AM	#2
problemcat13 Scooby Newbie Member#: 73398 Join Date: Oct 2004 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Winston-Salem, NC Vehicle: 04 Forester XT JBP Springs, RSB, wheel/tires	"Fuel consumption with the automatic transmission is 10.4 L/100 km (27 mpg) city and 7.8 L/100 km (36 mpg) highway" Is there something dramatically different with the Canadian model (I don't think so)? How did he get 36 MPG when ours is rated at 28 MPG? Anyhow, it's always good to see an article praising a suby. While it seems like there's a lot more discussion on these boards from people with WRXs and hot-rodded subies, the "plain old" models like the 2.5i wagon are still fun and a great car.

08-11-2006, 10:28 AM	#3
outback_97 Scooby Newbie Member#: 30874 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: salt lake city, ut Vehicle: 0897 OUTBACKS and 2003 TS wagon	Canada uses Imperial Gallons, which are around 20% larger volume than US Gallons. So 36 MP(Imperial)G = around 30 MP(US)G. FWIW 36 MPG (US) is our personal best tank on our '03 TS (2.5 wagon). Stiff tail wind and 55-65 mph highways. 30+ mpg is very common on freeway trips at 75-80 mph and A/C. Steve

08-11-2006, 12:49 PM	#4
Scubiesteve25RS Scooby Specialist Member#: 92372 Join Date: Jul 2005 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Roy Vehicle: 2008 Black on Black	I just did a trip from Alaska to Indiana and I avg. 32-34 mpg. Avg speed was 85mph with A/C on. I hit 36 mpg a few times but I was in the Rockies and it was mostly down hill. But I dont have a 06 or even a wagon for that matter.

08-15-2006, 08:13 AM	#5
problemcat13 Scooby Newbie Member#: 73398 Join Date: Oct 2004 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Winston-Salem, NC Vehicle: 04 Forester XT JBP Springs, RSB, wheel/tires	WOW, great mileage! Once I got 28.4MPG w/ cruise at 65mph. But mine's the first year of the Phase II 2.5 in a Forester and I can't drive 65 (more like 75 or 80). But good to know on the Canadian "gallon." That helps things make sense, although it's WEIRD.

08-15-2006, 09:37 AM	#6
M-e-X-x Scooby Newbie Member#: 112089 Join Date: Apr 2006 Chapter/Region: E. Canada Vehicle: 2007 CDM, CGM GD6 SE 2006 CDM, SGM GG6	agree with the reviewer for the most part, except maybe visibility

08-15-2006, 12:05 PM	#7
jd_nasioc Scooby Newbie Member#: 122879 Join Date: Aug 2006	Decent numbers. I was a little hesitant in the past on buying a Subaru (2.5L) due to fuel consumption. I had a '98 Legacy GT for a bit but it was just too thirsty (averaged 10L/100km on the highway and 12L/100km or more in the city). I'm driving a 2001 2.0L Jetta (5-speed) now and regulary see <8L/100km in the city (7.7 last tank) and <7L/100km on the highway (6.3 last tank). Granted, one has to expect a penalty for AWD but i'm glad to see the fuel economy has improved... i'm thinking of an '06 2.5i Wagon for the next car. Probably next year some time once i've paid off the Jetta.