Subaru Impreza 2017 vs Subaru Forester 2016
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Engines: | 2.0 - 2.5 (petrol) | 2.0 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Subaru Forester is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 268 - 300 HP | 147 - 241 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 - 407 NM | 198 - 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.2 - 6.3 seconds | 7.5 - 11.8 seconds | |
| In general, Subaru Impreza are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Subaru Forester. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 - 10.4 | 5.1 - 8.5 | |
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Subaru Impreza petrol engines consumes on average 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than Subaru Forester. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 124 mm (4.9 inches) | 220 mm (8.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru Forester can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.60 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.74 m | |
| Subaru Impreza is 1 cm shorter than the Subaru Forester, width is practically the same , while the height of Subaru Impreza is 26 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 505 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Subaru Forester has more luggage space. Subaru Impreza has 45 litres less trunk space than the Subaru Forester. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Subaru Impreza is 0.4 metres less than that of the Subaru Forester, which means Subaru Impreza can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`000 kg | ~ 2`056 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`535 kg | ~ 1`591 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 465 kg | ~ 465 kg | |
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| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 27 000 | 11 200 | |
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