Subaru Impreza 2005 vs BMW 1 series 2007

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Subaru Impreza
2005 - 2007
BMW 1 series
2007 - 2011
Body: Estate car / wagonHatchback
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Subaru Impreza is available with four wheel (4x4) drive, while BMW 1 series can be equipped with rear wheel drive.
Engines: 1.5 - 2.5 (petrol)1.6 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel)
Both cars are available with petrol engines. BMW 1 series is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types.

Performance

Power: 105 - 230 HP115 - 265 HP
Torque: 142 - 320 NM160 - 400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 - 15.9 seconds6.1 - 11 seconds
In general, BMW 1 series are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Subaru Impreza. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.9 - 10.34.4 - 8.3
Subaru Impreza petrol engines consumes on average 2.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 1 series.
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: 150 - 155 mm (5.9 - 6.1 inches)145 mm (5.7 inches)

Dimensions

Length: 4.46 m4.24 m
Width: 1.70 m1.75 m
Height: 1.48 m1.42 m
Subaru Impreza is 22 cm longer than the BMW 1 series, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Subaru Impreza is 6 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 356 litres330 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
1266 litres1150 litres
Subaru Impreza has more luggage capacity.
Subaru Impreza has 26 litres more trunk space than the BMW 1 series. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Subaru Impreza (by 116 litres).
Turning diameter: 11.8 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Subaru Impreza is 0.8 metres more than that of the BMW 1 series, which means Subaru Impreza can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: ~ 1`800 kg~ 1`837 kg
Net weight:~ 1`358 kg~ 1`344 kg
Load capacity:~ 442 kg~ 493 kg
Subaru Impreza load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 12 procentiem less than BMW 1 series. Therefore, BMW 1 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
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Average price (€): 22004000
Pros and Cons: Subaru Impreza has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • only petrol engines available
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
BMW 1 sērija has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
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