If you ever think that the Subaru Impreza Hybrid is going to be tuned for fuel economy, you are dead wrong. Subaru has gone the other way and this has resulted in the Impreza Sport Hyrbid model to come out with an exhilarating performance to offer.
Launched in Japan yesterday, the Impreza Sport Hybrid is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine with 10KW electric motor. This aids in generating a total of 161hp. The electric motor is utilized to aid in saving fuel but also to improve acceleration.
This ensures that the Sport Hybrid model is as fast as the normal Impreza. To add to that, it is also economical with fuel economy being rated at 48mpg on average.
It is easy to spot the new Impreza Sport Hybrid as it comes with an exclusive styling. The car features a sportier front and rear bumpers as well as a roof spoiler and LED taillights.
