Subaru Impreza GD
The 'Blobeye' icon that brought rally-bred performance to the masses.
- Power
- 225 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.6 s
- Top speed
- 144 mph
- Est. value
- $8k–$16k
About the Subaru Impreza GD
The 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX, part of the GD generation's first major facelift known as the 'Blobeye', refined the formula that made the Impreza a global performance icon. Powered by the EJ205 2.0-litre boxer engine, it delivered a distinctive off-beat rumble and punchy mid-range torque through Subaru's signature Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. While the more extreme STI grabbed headlines, the standard WRX was praised for its accessibility, offering a more compliant ride and daily usability without sacrificing its rally-bred DNA. Today, original, unmolested examples are increasingly sought after by collectors as the generation that defined Subaru's peak era in the World Rally Championship.
Subaru Impreza GD specs
The Subaru Impreza GD produces 225 bhp (168 kW) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.6 seconds and has a top speed of 144 mph (232 km/h).
| Make | Subaru |
|---|---|
| Model | Impreza |
| Generation | GD |
| Trim | 2.0 WRX |
| Years | 2000–2007 |
| Type | JDM |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Japan |
| Original price | About $25,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged flat-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,994 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 225 bhp (168 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.6 s |
| Top speed | 144 mph (232 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,395 kg (3,075 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 161 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Subaru Impreza GD worth?
A typical Subaru Impreza GD is estimated to be worth $8,000 – $16,000 (about £6,000 – £12,000).
Its original price when new was about $25,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Subaru Impreza GD rarity in CarSpot
The Subaru Impreza GD is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 3 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Subaru Impreza GD fun facts
- The 2004 facelift was designed by Andreas Zapatinas, who was tasked with replacing the controversial 'Bugeye' look with a more aggressive, aerodynamic front end.
- While the US market received a 2.5-litre engine in the STI for 2004, the standard WRX globally retained the 2.0-litre EJ20 unit until the 2006 'Hawkeye' update.
- The functional hood scoop is not just for show; it feeds air directly into the top-mounted intercooler, a layout chosen to keep the turbo plumbing short for better response.
