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Subaru Crosstrek vs. Subaru Impreza

When we compare the Subaru Crosstrek to the Subaru Impreza, the Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage in the area of interior volume. 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 fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Impreza have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Crosstrek versus the Subaru Impreza, the Subaru Impreza is a better car than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Subaru Crosstrek versus Subaru Impreza Pricing

A used 2023 Subaru Crosstrek ranges from $26,459 to $34,380 while a used 2023 Subaru Impreza is priced between $21,997 to $28,697. For a new model, the Subaru Crosstrek's price is between $26,412 and $34,403, with the Subaru Impreza priced between $22,095 and $28,729.

Subaru Crosstrek versus Subaru Impreza Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 8.1 out of 10 while the Subaru Impreza's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Crosstrek being ranked 2 out of 18 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Subaru Impreza being ranked 7 out of 51 Best Small Cars.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the base engine of both the Subaru Crosstrek and the Subaru Impreza makes 152 horsepower. The Crosstrek is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Subaru Crosstrek, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and trunk space. The Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Impreza are comparable in regards to front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Subaru Crosstrek and the Subaru Impreza have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Subaru Crosstrek

2023 Subaru Impreza

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$26,412 - $34,403

Used Asking Price:

$26,459 - $34,380

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

30.2%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$22,095 - $28,729

Used Asking Price:

$21,997 - $28,697

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

34%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

5.6 / 10

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.6 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 61

Subcompact SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 18
2 / 18
7 / 18
11 / 61
11 / 18
12 / 61
19 / 61
39 / 61

iSeeCars Rankings

4 / 12
6 / 51
7 / 51

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

10 / 51
17 / 51
25 / 51

Summary 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

SUV

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

Base, Limited, Premium, Special Edition, Sport

Trim Levels

Base, 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:

152 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.049 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

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

Towing Capacity:

Not applicable

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):

22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

365 / 481 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

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:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

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

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

38 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

20.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

55.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

121.7 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

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not applicable

Overall Interior Volume:

112.1 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3117 lbs

Width:

79 inches

Height:

63.6 inches

Length:

176.5 inches

Wheelbase:

104.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.7 inches

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

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

225/60R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

205/55R16