Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Impreza
When comparing the Mazda Mazda6's and the Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda6 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Mazda Mazda6 and Subaru Impreza have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mazda Mazda6's and the Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Impreza is a better car than the Mazda Mazda6.
Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Impreza Pricing
A used 2021 Mazda Mazda6 ranges from $19,985 to $31,243 while a used 2021 Subaru Impreza is priced between $18,992 to $25,909.
Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Impreza Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda Mazda6 loses 43.8 percent of its value and the Subaru Impreza loses 34 percent of its value. This means the Subaru Impreza retains 9.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mazda Mazda6.
Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Impreza Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda Mazda6 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Subaru Impreza's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Mazda Mazda6 being ranked 4 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Subaru Impreza being ranked 6 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Impreza Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mazda Mazda6 is 8.5 out of 10. For the Subaru Impreza the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Impreza a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mazda Mazda6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mazda Mazda6’s base engine makes 187 horsepower, and the Subaru Impreza base engine makes 152 horsepower. The Mazda6 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles. This gives the Mazda Mazda6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Subaru Impreza. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mazda Mazda6 and Subaru Impreza are comparable in regards to interior volume
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Mazda Mazda6 and the Subaru Impreza have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19985 - 31243
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.438143
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18992 - 25909
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.34004
Mazda Mazda6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.700646 / 10
Reliability:
8.50194 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru Impreza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.087853 / 10
Reliability:
8.563559 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda Mazda6 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Subaru 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
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda Mazda6 Trim Levels
Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature, Sport, Touring
Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.8 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:
3437 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
192.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2976 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16