Subaru Impreza 2014 vs Toyota RAV4 2012

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Subaru Impreza
2014 - 2016
Toyota RAV4
2012 - 2015
Body: SedanCrossover / SUV
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/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Subaru Impreza is available only with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Toyota RAV4 can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Toyota RAV4 also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs.
Engines: 2.0 - 2.5 (petrol)2.0 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel)
Both cars are available with petrol engines. Toyota RAV4 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 HP124 - 179 HP
Torque: 350 - 407 NM187 - 340 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.2 - 6.3 seconds9.4 - 11.3 seconds
In general, Subaru Impreza are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Toyota RAV4. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.6 - 10.44.9 - 8.5
Subaru Impreza petrol engines consumes on average 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than Toyota RAV4.
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: 135 mm (5.3 inches)160 - 187 mm (6.3 - 7.4 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Toyota RAV4 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 m4.57 m
Width: 1.80 m1.85 m
Height: 1.48 m1.67 m
Subaru Impreza is 3 cm longer than the Toyota RAV4, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Subaru Impreza is 20 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 460 litres577 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
no data1705 litres
Toyota RAV4 has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Subaru Impreza uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 11 meters11.6 meters
The turning circle of the Subaru Impreza is 0.6 metres less than that of the Toyota RAV4, which means Subaru Impreza can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: no data~ 2`124 kg
Safety: no data
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 25 80010 800
Pros and Cons: Subaru Impreza has
  • only petrol engines available
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • better manoeuvrability
Toyota RAV4 has
  • also available in 2WD
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
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