i assume you mean the new impreza 2.5RS, most people dont know it exists, since the vast majority of "new age" imprezas on the road are wrx's.
from my experience, subarus are well built cars. great traction in any condition. the 2.5 n/a motor has great low end grunt and throttle response compared to wrx, but it dies at higher rpms.
for 15 large you should be able to find a used wrx in good shape. when driven with respect, they can last a long time and are quite reliable. mine has 73K+ miles, stock clutch, zero transmission problems, has seen 3.5 years of autocross, a few track days, and a few other events. but then i've also resisted temptation, the powertrain has seen nothing but stock boost its entire life.
