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BMW XM vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 30,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Subaru Impreza?

BMW XM vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

BMW XM

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

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XM

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Subaru Impreza is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,300 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 85,834 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 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 XM offers clearly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 612 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 818 Nm more.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Impreza is considerably lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,121 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers clearly more boot space – 527 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 212 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries only slightly more – 526 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM is decisively ahead 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 £116,100
XM

BMW XM

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 476 - 748 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 78 - 80 km
BMW XM
Subaru Impreza

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Subaru Impreza

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 XM
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Subaru
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