By Twain Mein

Pros:

• Well integrated electronics
• Quiet and luxurious
• Good handling

Cons:

• Noisy under full throttle
• Hard for shorter drivers to see out
• Limited rear seat room

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SANTA ANA, CA - September 18, 2007 - SRS Labs Inc. (NASDAQ: SRSL), a leading provider of surround sound, audio and voice technologies announced today that Subaru has included SRS CS Auto (Circle Surround Auto(tm)) as an optional feature now available on the new 2008 Subaru Impreza.

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TOKYO — Subaru’s Exiga concept for the 2007 Tokyo Auto Show is a new seven-passenger “proposal” that appears to combine design elements from the company’s midsize station wagon and Forester crossover vehicle — and it looks virtually showroom-ready.

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Cherry Hill, N.J., October 15, 2007. The third generation Impreza WRX STI, as the latest incarnation of the proud history of Subaru Tecnica International (STI), will be shown to the world on October 24 at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show in Japan.

Debuting on the eve of Subaru Tecnica International’s 20th anniversary (April 2008), the new all-wheel drive Impreza WRX STI has been designed to give maximum pleasure through its unique combination of power, performance and handling.

Furthermore, its all-new 5-door design has been developed with the aim of winning the FIA World Rally Championship in future seasons.
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by Gary Chan

Pros and Cons

• Solid structure
• Quiet cruising
• Good amount of storage

• Feels heavy
• Engine noise when floored

Introduction

Looking for an AWD wagon and the price tag of Audi A3 or Volvo wagon is a little steep for your pockets? Now that the Outback has been around for 14 years, its styling is toned down making it a viable option in this limited field. It’s got lots of storage, good historical reliability (at least since 2004), and good gas mileage. Try it, you might like it.
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