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Subaru Impreza vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (30,300 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Impreza or Lotus Emeya?

Subaru Impreza vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Impreza

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Impreza is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,300 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,254 £.

Emeya

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 Lotus Emeya 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 Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 7.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 803 Nm more.

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, Subaru Impreza is substantially lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 981 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers clearly more boot space – 509 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries marginally more – 545 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya 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 £92,600
Emeya

Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 485 - 580 km
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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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Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
166 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
-
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
501 - 526 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Impreza have?

The Subaru Impreza is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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