Subaru Impreza vs. Toyota Corolla
When we compare the Subaru Impreza to the Toyota Corolla, the Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Impreza versus the Toyota Corolla, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Subaru Impreza versus Toyota Corolla Pricing
A used 2023 Subaru Impreza ranges from $21,997 to $28,697 while a used 2023 Toyota Corolla is priced between $22,882 to $29,990. For a new model, the Subaru Impreza's price is between $22,095 and $28,729, with the Toyota Corolla priced between $22,716 and $28,508.
Subaru Impreza versus Toyota Corolla Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Impreza is 8.6 out of 10 while the Toyota Corolla's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Impreza being ranked 7 out of 51 Best Small Cars and the Toyota Corolla being ranked 4 out of 51.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Impreza’s base engine makes 152 horsepower, and the Toyota Corolla base engine makes 169 horsepower. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles. The Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 541 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Subaru Impreza has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the area of trunk space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Subaru Impreza and the Toyota Corolla have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$22,095 - $28,729
Used Asking Price:
$21,997 - $28,697
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$22,716 - $28,508
Used Asking Price:
$22,882 - $29,990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.8%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 51Ranking
7 out of / 51Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
10 out of / 51Ranking
17 out of / 51Ranking
25 out of / 51iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 51Ranking
4 out of / 51Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
6 out of / 51Ranking
12 out of / 51Ranking
24 out of / 51Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base, Premium, Sport
Trim Levels
SE, XSE, LE
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:
2 years
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:
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
169 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
32 / 41 / 35
Range (city/hwy):
422 / 541 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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:
112.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2976 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
182.1 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2955 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
