Toyota Celica vs. Subaru Impreza
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Celica and Subaru Impreza contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Celica and the Subaru Impreza.
When we compare the Toyota Celica's and the Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, The Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Celica's and the Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Impreza is a better car than the Toyota Celica.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Celica’s base engine makes 135 horsepower, and the Subaru Impreza base engine makes 137 horsepower. The Celica is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 390 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 351 miles.This gives the Subaru Impreza the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Toyota Celica the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Celica and Subaru Impreza are comparable in regards to front leg room.
New Car Pricing
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Starting MSRP:
20531
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16390
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Toyota Celica Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
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Reliability:
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Retained Value:
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Subaru Impreza Scores & Rankings
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Celica
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Subaru Impreza
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6899345564481618
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8003391967588678
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Toyota Celica Rankings
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Subaru Impreza Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Celica Trim Levels
GT
Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
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2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
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2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
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2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
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IIHS Safety Rating:
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Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
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IIHS Safety Rating:
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Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
135 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
137 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 390 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
260 / 351 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
34.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
29.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
26.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
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Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2580 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
51 inches
Length:
177 inches
Wheelbase:
99.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2720 lbs
Width:
67.1 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
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Standard Wheel/Tire Information
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Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue Metallic
Green
Caribbean Green Metallic
Red
Renaissance Red
Silver
Alpine Silver Metallic
White
Super White
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Black
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