2019 FIAT 500L vs. 2019 Subaru Impreza
In comparing the 2019 FIAT 500L's and the 2019 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 2019 FIAT 500L has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2019 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 FIAT 500L's and the 2019 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Subaru Impreza is a better car than the 2019 FIAT 500L.
2019 FIAT 500L vs. 2019 Subaru Impreza Pricing
A used 2019 FIAT 500L ranges from $13,078 to $20,710 while a used 2019 Subaru Impreza is priced between $15,911 to $23,995.
2019 FIAT 500L vs. 2019 Subaru Impreza Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 FIAT 500L loses 48.1 percent of its value and the 2019 Subaru Impreza loses 34 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Subaru Impreza retains 14.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 FIAT 500L.
2019 FIAT 500L vs. 2019 Subaru Impreza Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the FIAT 500L is 6.9 out of 10 while the Subaru Impreza's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the FIAT 500L being ranked 18 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Subaru Impreza being ranked 6 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the FIAT 500L is ranked 29 and the Subaru Impreza is ranked 8.
2019 FIAT 500L vs. 2019 Subaru Impreza Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the FIAT 500L is 7.0 out of 10. For the Subaru Impreza the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Impreza an advantage in reliability compared to the FIAT 500L.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 FIAT 500L’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the 2019 Subaru Impreza base engine makes 152 horsepower. The 500L is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. This gives the 2019 Subaru Impreza the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 FIAT 500L. The 500L uses premium unleaded, and the Impreza uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2019 FIAT 500L has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2019 Subaru Impreza has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13078 - 20710
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.481339
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15911 - 23995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.34004
FIAT 500L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Subaru Impreza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.087853 / 10
Reliability:
8.563559 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
FIAT 500L Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 28Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
40 out of / 43Subaru Impreza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 FIAT 500L Trim Levels
Lounge, Pop, Trekking, Urbana
2019 Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
2.0i, Limited, Premium, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
22.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3254 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
167 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2974 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
182.1 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16