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SsangYong Korando vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 30,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Subaru Impreza?

SsangYong Korando vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Korando is a bit cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Subaru Impreza costs 30,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,317 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Subaru Impreza uses 7.3 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 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 SsangYong Korando offers markedly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 178 Nm more.

Korando

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, SsangYong Korando is only slightly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,574 kg. The difference is around 57 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers substantially more boot space – 551 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 236 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Korando holds a decisive 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.

from £27,000
Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 339 km
SsangYong Korando
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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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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SsangYong Korando
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Subaru
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