Compare performance (136 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (30,300 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Impreza or Lotus Eletre?
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 Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,397 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 782 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 803 Nm more.
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, Subaru Impreza is considerably lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 991 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers substantially more boot space – 688 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 373 L.
When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries barely more – 526 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.
The Lotus Eletre is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
166 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
315 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
501 - 526 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
182 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Subaru
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Brand
Lotus
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