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Mitsubishi Space Star vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 30,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or Subaru Impreza?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Space Star

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Subaru Impreza costs 30,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,660 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Impreza

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru Impreza offers considerably more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Impreza is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Impreza delivers substantially more torque with 182 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Space Star

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is considerably lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,574 kg. The difference is around 634 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Impreza offers noticeably more boot space – 315 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries noticeably more – 526 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Space Star has the upper hand 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 £11,600
Space Star

Mitsubishi Space Star

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 71 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Reviews Mitsubishi Space Star

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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Bernard
19 May 2026, 19:43:01

Mitsubishi is more reliable brand, also the mirage /space star is more Fuel efficient than dacia Sandero

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Mitsubishi Space Star
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 125 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
3,845 mm
Length
-
Width
1,665 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
102 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Space Star have?

The Mitsubishi Space Star is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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