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Subaru Impreza vs Mitsubishi Space Star comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (30,300 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Impreza or Mitsubishi Space Star?

Subaru Impreza vs Mitsubishi Space Star: Key differences

Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Space Star

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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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.

Mitsubishi Space Star is substantially cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Subaru Impreza costs 30,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,660 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Space Star

Engine and Performance:

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 Subaru Impreza offers significantly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Impreza is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Impreza delivers clearly more torque with 182 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

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, Mitsubishi Space Star is substantially lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,574 kg. The difference is around 634 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Impreza offers noticeably more boot space – 315 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries markedly more – 526 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Space Star comes out modestly 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 £11,600
Space Star

Mitsubishi Space Star

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 71 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Subaru Impreza
Mitsubishi Space Star

Costs and Consumption

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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 Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Subaru Impreza
Mitsubishi Space Star

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
166 g/km
co2
112 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

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
940 - 1,011 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Length
-
Length
3,845 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Payload
501 - 526 kg
Payload
359 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
71 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
102 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
52 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Mitsubishi
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