Is it me, or Subaru has been unusually quiet about the 2009 Impreza models?

GodWhomIsMike · 06-14-2008, 11:38 AM

IS it me, or Subaru has been unusually quiet about the 2009 Impreza models? We're already in mid-June, and there is no info at all. No idea of release dates, ordering info, nothing. Do you think they have something special in mind with the 2009 WRX? Or, do you think it's just because there are still so many of them sitting around dealerships still?

sirwilliam · 06-14-2008, 11:56 AM

Yes and yes.

guylr · 06-15-2008, 05:21 AM

I think they will ditch the S-GT bodywork for the WRX and give it the STI fenders to differentiate it from the plain vanilla models. That will come along with some minor suspension tweaks to go with the wide fenders. I wouldn't expect any engine changes for '09 but MY2010 may bring the new generation H4 with direct injection. The rest of the Imprezas will likely remain the same as '08 with only minor detail or option package changes.

GodWhomIsMike · 06-15-2008, 07:02 PM

Would be cool if there was gonna be a WRX Limited with the Exiga interior:

neoshi · 06-16-2008, 11:07 AM

Wow hey a temp gauge har har. Push button start and "sport" shift too. Wonder how much of that will come here...

GodWhomIsMike · 06-17-2008, 09:54 AM

I e-mailed SOA about the 2009 Impreza line-up, no answer yet.

pittymk · 06-17-2008, 10:16 AM

I don't think they will change a thing on the impreza unti MY 2010. They just did a complete overhaul for 08, 2010 will be the face lift. I'm sure the success of the 09 Forester has had a part in the lack of news.

sapota · 06-17-2008, 12:10 PM

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I am not so sure that SUbaru will touch it until 2010. Maybe some minor changes to fix the paint chip issues etc....BTW...sales of impreza has been up from previous years...

The 08 impreza already has the shiftronic AT & VDC.

Opie · 06-17-2008, 03:51 PM

The 2009 USDM Impreza models should arrive at dealers mid August/September. Externally there will be only a few minor changes...the big news will be the in the drivetrain.

I'm bound by a confidentiality clause that keeps me from giving details...so don't even ask...

GodWhomIsMike · 06-17-2008, 07:33 PM

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Thank you for your recent e-mail to Subaru of America, Inc. We appreciate you taking the time to contact us.

Unfortunately, we do not have any specific information regarding the 2009 Subaru Impreza models at this time. We are currently advising customers that the 2009 Impreza models are expected to become available in late summer or early fall. Please feel free to contact us again as the end of summer approaches as we do anticipate having some additional information at that time.

Since the Subaru Impreza models were redesigned for the 2008 model year, we do not anticipate significant changes to the Outback models. Typically a major redesign is done about every 5 years. If there are changes to the vehicle, most like it will include the available colors or a change to standard or optional equipment.

If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us again. Thank you for the opportunity to be of service.

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GodWhomIsMike · 06-17-2008, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Opie

The 2009 USDM Impreza models should arrive at dealers mid August/September. Externally there will be only a few minor changes...the big news will be the in the drivetrain.

I'm bound by a confidentiality clause that keeps me from giving details...so don't even ask...

Honestly, I'd just be happy if navigation is going to be an option on the automatic WRX models. I'd also like to see the door panels from the Forester get put on the Impreza line. Not really looking for anything more than that.

Graham · 06-19-2008, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Opie

The 2009 USDM Impreza models should arrive at dealers mid August/September. Externally there will be only a few minor changes...the big news will be the in the drivetrain.

I'm bound by a confidentiality clause that keeps me from giving details...so don't even ask...

I'm going to speculate that this will be the first showing of the new CVT tranny.

GodWhomIsMike · 06-20-2008, 09:18 AM

pleiad7 · 06-20-2008, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by GodWhomIsMike

A reliable insider source (SOA) told me last year that the 09 STI would be available in a sedan/4-door version.

valley · 06-20-2008, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by GodWhomIsMike

So 42% of Impreza buyers opted to pay 500 USD more for the hatch, and that's seen as a clear preference for the 4 door?

I'm toying with getting a Jetta TDI for my next car (cross shopping against 2009 Impreza), and much as I like the SportWagen, I'm not paying the premium for it. No doubt some idiot will point to the higher sedan sales for the Jetta TDI as a sign that Americans hate wagons too.

06-14-2008, 11:38 AM	#1 (permalink)
GodWhomIsMike Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 628 Gallery: 5 iTrader: 1 / 100%	Is it me, or Subaru has been unusually quiet about the 2009 Impreza models? IS it me, or Subaru has been unusually quiet about the 2009 Impreza models? We're already in mid-June, and there is no info at all. No idea of release dates, ordering info, nothing. Do you think they have something special in mind with the 2009 WRX? Or, do you think it's just because there are still so many of them sitting around dealerships still?

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sirwilliam BLUE WASABI (#2 Info Provider) Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The Wild Serengeti Suburbs of NoVa Posts: 8,061 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 15 / 100%	Yes and yes. __________________ BLUE WASABI

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guylr Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 396 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I think they will ditch the S-GT bodywork for the WRX and give it the STI fenders to differentiate it from the plain vanilla models. That will come along with some minor suspension tweaks to go with the wide fenders. I wouldn't expect any engine changes for '09 but MY2010 may bring the new generation H4 with direct injection. The rest of the Imprezas will likely remain the same as '08 with only minor detail or option package changes. __________________ Three Wagon Family! 00 OBS 01 Forester L 03 WRX

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neoshi silly wabbit Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: 949 THE OC/The Real 415 Posts: 2,240 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 4 / 100%	Wow hey a temp gauge har har. Push button start and "sport" shift too. Wonder how much of that will come here... __________________ Ninja Turtle Orange Juice

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sapota Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 10 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 0 / 0%	There is a blog about 2010 impreza coupe » Subaru Impreza Coupe! \| Subaru News, Articles, Road Tests, Test Drives, Comparisons, Concepts, Photos, Wallpapers, Rally Motorsport / Drag & Street Racing / Drifting & Donuts / Crash Videos and more on this blog dedicated to all Subaru fanatics all I am not so sure that SUbaru will touch it until 2010. Maybe some minor changes to fix the paint chip issues etc....BTW...sales of impreza has been up from previous years... The 08 impreza already has the shiftronic AT & VDC. __________________ 07 WRX

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GodWhomIsMike Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 628 Gallery: 5 iTrader: 1 / 100%	Would be cool if there was gonna be a WRX Limited with the Exiga interior:

06-17-2008, 09:54 AM	#6 (permalink)
GodWhomIsMike Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 628 Gallery: 5 iTrader: 1 / 100%	I e-mailed SOA about the 2009 Impreza line-up, no answer yet.

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pittymk Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Manchester, NH Posts: 352 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 1 / 100%	I don't think they will change a thing on the impreza unti MY 2010. They just did a complete overhaul for 08, 2010 will be the face lift. I'm sure the success of the 09 Forester has had a part in the lack of news.

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Opie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 180 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 0 / 0%	The 2009 USDM Impreza models should arrive at dealers mid August/September. Externally there will be only a few minor changes...the big news will be the in the drivetrain. I'm bound by a confidentiality clause that keeps me from giving details...so don't even ask... __________________ FBO Member '07 Forester 2.5XT, '05 Legacy 2.5GT

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