The 2002 2.5RS newbie question

Maxximtl · 05-14-2001, 04:05 PM

Hey guys, I am new to the site. I wanted to get some "local" opinion on the new 2.5RS. I currently own a SR20DE powered Sentra SE. It isn't completely meeting my needs, and the new 2.5RS has caught my eye. Although it doesn't have the power of the WRX, it is closer to my financial requirements. I'd love the WRX, but it is just too expensive. I am somewhat curious as to whether the 2.5RS has gotten better or worse since the body style change over in your opinions.

I am sorry if this has been covered before, but just thought I'd ask. Thanks in advance.

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MrHorspwer · 05-14-2001, 04:25 PM

This question has gotten thrown around a bit on the board. Getting alot of people saying the new MY02 RS isn't good anymore... it gained weight, lost the rear LSD, comes with 16X6.5 wheels instead of the 16X7's, lost the sunroof, didn't gain any power compared to the 01's, it's ugly and it's not fast like the WRX so it has no good qualities. I have a MY02 RS on order right now. Like you, the WRX was out of my reach in terms of price. I planned on a MY01 RS when I decided to get a Subaru but I actually like the new body style. I could care less about the extra weight or the LSD, I'm not gonna race the car regularly. I like the new one because it is bigger... looks bigger and feels bigger. The whole car seems a bit more solid compared to the old style... in the short time I've spent in them. The only complaints I have about either car is the lack of a trunk light, the cheap plastic sun visors and the doors have no frames around the glass so they are kinda light and cheap feeling. The whole decision is based on your preferances. The old gen does have a higher performance capability in N/A form, don't look for many new gen 2.5 performance parts now that the WRX is here. Whether the extra fat on the new car bothers you and which body style you prefer is up to you.

bryanw · 05-14-2001, 04:31 PM

Quote:

don't look for many new gen 2.5 performance parts now that the WRX is here

That's what everybody keeps saying, but the aftermarket just keeps on growing.

ImprezaRS dot com · 05-14-2001, 09:06 PM

It will still be a nice car, and it's AWD which is great for Colorado.

Larry

El Kabong · 05-15-2001, 10:38 AM

If you're looking for a 2.5RS, have you considered buying used? You can get a screaming deal on some late model 2.5RS's with everyone trying to get WRX's.

05-14-2001, 04:05 PM	#1
Maxximtl Scooby Newbie Member#: 6594 Join Date: May 2001 Location: Denver, CO.	The 2002 2.5RS newbie question Hey guys, I am new to the site. I wanted to get some "local" opinion on the new 2.5RS. I currently own a SR20DE powered Sentra SE. It isn't completely meeting my needs, and the new 2.5RS has caught my eye. Although it doesn't have the power of the WRX, it is closer to my financial requirements. I'd love the WRX, but it is just too expensive. I am somewhat curious as to whether the 2.5RS has gotten better or worse since the body style change over in your opinions. I am sorry if this has been covered before, but just thought I'd ask. Thanks in advance. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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05-14-2001, 04:25 PM	#2
MrHorspwer Scooby Specialist Member#: 4063 Join Date: Feb 2001 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Michigan	This question has gotten thrown around a bit on the board. Getting alot of people saying the new MY02 RS isn't good anymore... it gained weight, lost the rear LSD, comes with 16X6.5 wheels instead of the 16X7's, lost the sunroof, didn't gain any power compared to the 01's, it's ugly and it's not fast like the WRX so it has no good qualities. I have a MY02 RS on order right now. Like you, the WRX was out of my reach in terms of price. I planned on a MY01 RS when I decided to get a Subaru but I actually like the new body style. I could care less about the extra weight or the LSD, I'm not gonna race the car regularly. I like the new one because it is bigger... looks bigger and feels bigger. The whole car seems a bit more solid compared to the old style... in the short time I've spent in them. The only complaints I have about either car is the lack of a trunk light, the cheap plastic sun visors and the doors have no frames around the glass so they are kinda light and cheap feeling. The whole decision is based on your preferances. The old gen does have a higher performance capability in N/A form, don't look for many new gen 2.5 performance parts now that the WRX is here. Whether the extra fat on the new car bothers you and which body style you prefer is up to you.

05-14-2001, 09:06 PM	#4
ImprezaRS dot com over boosted again Moderator Member#: 1458 Join Date: May 2000 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Colorado Springs CO USA Vehicle: 2006 B9 Tribeca LTD 2005 Impreza 2.5 RS	It will still be a nice car, and it's AWD which is great for Colorado. Larry

05-15-2001, 10:38 AM	#5
El Kabong Scooby Newbie Member#: 625 Join Date: Dec 1999 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2005 STi WRB/Gold	If you're looking for a 2.5RS, have you considered buying used? You can get a screaming deal on some late model 2.5RS's with everyone trying to get WRX's.