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Nissan Townstar vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 30,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or Subaru Impreza?

Nissan Townstar vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

Nissan Townstar

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Subaru Impreza

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly 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

Townstar

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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,623 £.

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 Subaru Impreza offers moderately more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Impreza is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 13.3 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Townstar delivers markedly more torque with 245 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 63 Nm more.

Townstar

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: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Impreza is clearly lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 2,041 kg. The difference is around 467 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Impreza offers clearly more boot space – 315 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 315 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries a bit more – 594 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Impreza holds a narrow overall lead 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.

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Impreza

Subaru Impreza

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.3 L/100km
Nissan Townstar
Subaru Impreza

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Nissan Townstar

The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.

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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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Nissan Townstar
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
Price
30,200 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
265 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,041 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
4,490 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
594 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
199 km/h
Torque
245 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Subaru
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