New 2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport

The rugged 2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport five-door crossover combines utility with sport styling and features minor enhancements for 2010, including a new grille and four disc brakes.

The symmetrical all-wheel-drive 2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport is equipped with a 170-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and competes with the Volkswagen Passat Wagon, Hyundai Tucson, Saab 9-3 SportCombi, Volvo V50, Nissan Rogue and Honda CR-V. Three transmission options are available, including the standard four-speed automatic with overdrive, which manages power distribution based on acceleration, deceleration and available traction. A four-speed automatic with overdrive and manual shift and six-speed manual with overdrive are also offered. EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings are an impressive 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

The most rugged of the Subaru Impreza model lineup, the 2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport sits on 17-inch alloy wheels and features a raised heavy-duty suspension. It is built on the platform introduced in 2009, which has a wheelbase that is 3.7 inches longer than previous models at 103.1 inches.

Styling for the 2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport is highlighted by its two-tone appearance, front and rear bumper underguards, standard projector-beam halogen fog lights, 12-volt cargo area power outlet and roof cross bars. A standard rear lip spoiler, 60/40-split fold-down rear seat and clear-lens taillights with red LEDs also are standard equipment.

Other standard features include a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, heated front seats, an AM/FM 100-watt premium stereo and a six-disc in-dash CD changer. An auxiliary audio input jack enables you to connect an iPod or MP3 player and the 10-speaker audio system integrates the SRS Circle Surround system. An optional navigation system with an integrated vehicle information system is also available.

As for safety, the 2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport comes equipped with side-impact and side-curtain airbags, a vehicle dynamics control electronic stability system with traction control and antilock brakes with brake-force distribution and brake assist.

The 2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport offers the fun-loving rugged outdoorsman a capable off-roading vehicle.