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BMW 7 Series vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 30,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Subaru Impreza?

BMW 7 Series vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Subaru Impreza

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru Impreza is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,549 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

Impreza

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 618 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Impreza is clearly lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 681 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers significantly more boot space – 540 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 225 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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The Subaru Impreza feels like a trusty companion built for everyday adventures, shrugging off bad weather and awkward parking with quiet competence. It won't win any style contests, but its sensible cabin, grippy manners, and honest driving character make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over flash.

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BMW 7 Series
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption
Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
30,200 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
4,490 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
199 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the BMW 7 Series?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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