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Subaru Impreza vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (30,300 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Impreza or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Subaru Impreza vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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

Impreza

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Impreza is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,300 £ , while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,540 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

Outlander

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers considerably more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Impreza is clearly lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 2,156 kg. The difference is around 582 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers noticeably more boot space – 498 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 183 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries marginally more – 529 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Outlander is decisively ahead 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 £42,800
Outlander

Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 83 - 85 km
Subaru Impreza
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Subaru Impreza
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Price
42,800 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
166 g/km
co2
60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Curb weight
2,156 - 2,232 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
498 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
501 - 526 kg
Payload
453 - 529 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Mitsubishi
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