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Holden Astra looked set to take its fourth successive crown when it was pipped at the post. For 2003, Australia's Best Mid-Size Car under $28,000 is Subaru Impreza GX after a $2000 price reduction was announced on the Impreza range just before the deadline for final ABC inclusion. In a segment where vehicle purchase price is regarded as critical, it is this that sees Impreza get in front of Astra by a very slim margin. As with much of the Subaru product, Impreza rates high on retained value as well as providing a good level of engine performance, road adhesion, finish quality and standard features. Much of Impreza's prowess in the handling department comes courtesy of its all-wheel-drive system although, like other all-wheel-drive vehicles, this can have an adverse effect on fuel economy. However, a combination of an efficient engine and Subaru's expertise with all-wheel-drive technology has allowed Impreza to return fuel economy that is at least average for the class. Holden Astra City is by no means disgraced. As in past years, it performs consistently across all 19 judging criteria and only loses out to Impreza on standard features and comfort. Performance and ride is equal to that of the Subaru, as is handling, where Astra performs extremely well against its all-wheel-drive rival. Toyota Corolla Ascent made a determined effort to finish in the top three, achieving average to above-average scores in 17 criteria.
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