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Renault Clio vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 30,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or Subaru Impreza?

Renault Clio vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

Renault Clio

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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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

Clio

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Clio is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Subaru Impreza costs 30,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,251 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Clio uses 4.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 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 Renault Clio offers a bit more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Clio delivers barely more torque with 190 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 8 Nm more.

Clio

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, Renault Clio is noticeably lighter – 1,202 kg compared to 1,574 kg. The difference is around 372 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Clio offers barely more boot space – 327 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries slightly more – 526 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Clio is far ahead 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 £17,100
Clio

Renault Clio

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.1 - 5.2 L/100km
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Reviews Renault Clio

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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31 Mar 2026, 08:36:27

Having owned a clio now for the last 8 years we have found the 0.9ltr engine to work well both around town and on motorways . Averaging around 45mpg on mixed driving. The 3 cylinder engine has no cambelt to worry about . Interior has worked and worn well . No defects at all during owner ship BUT the striking red paintwork (metallic) is showing deterioration and is expensive to put right and this would be the only reason for dropping a star off the rating . There are two main services on the car an A and a B service. All they do on the A service is change the cabin filter and do the usual safety checks which costa around £120 the second B service is oil and filter change around £230 but at 36000 miles need air filter and brake fluid change which can add another £120

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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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Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 23,700 £
Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
92 - 118 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,202 - 1,316 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 327 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,768 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
453 - 463 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
190 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Renault
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Renault Clio have?

The Renault Clio is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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