Think its a lovely HOT HATCH..........
Prob people had with it wasn't thats its ugly full stop.
More so not an impreza. Imprezas grew and grew in popularity not only due to its engine performance but also combined with having 4 doors and a big boot or in a wagons case huge room in back with seats down..
So if a STi saloon is released then i believe there'll be no problem and will remain with a huge following..
Inside much of much the same as 00-07 cars. Which is a good thing..