The second generation of the Subaru Impreza compact car was introduced in 2000 and manufactured until 2007 in Japan. It came in sedan (GD series) and hatchback (GG series) bodystyles with two facelifts. The Impreza offered flat-four engines ranging from 1.5 to 2.5 liters, with the WRX and WRX STI models featuring turbocharged versions. Export models had all-wheel drive, while front-wheel drive was available in Japan.
Key Points:
1. Second Generation Impreza: Introduced in 2000 and produced until 2007 in Japan.
2. Bodystyles: Available as sedan (GD series) and hatchback (GG series).
3. Engine Options: Offered naturally aspirated 1.5, 1.6, 2.0, or 2.5 liter flat-four engines.
4. Performance Models: WRX and WRX STI featured turbocharged versions of the 2.0 or 2.5 liter engines.
5. Drivetrain: Export models typically had all-wheel drive, while front-wheel drive was an option in Japan.
The history of the second-generation Impreza can be divided into two main phases:
1. Pre-facelift ("Bug-eye") 2000–2002: Based on a modified first-generation platform, the Impreza maintained a similar silhouette but with controversial ovoid headlamps.
2. Throughout
