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Subaru Impreza vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (30,300 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Impreza or Porsche Boxster?

Subaru Impreza vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Subaru Impreza

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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Porsche Boxster

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Impreza

Costs and Efficiency:

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 Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 105,720 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Subaru Impreza uses 7.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.4 L/100km.

Boxster

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 Porsche Boxster offers significantly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 364 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 7.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Boxster delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 268 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.

Seats: Subaru Impreza offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is only slightly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,574 kg. The difference is around 89 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Impreza offers considerably more boot space – 315 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries considerably more – 526 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 256 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Impreza is far ahead 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.

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Impreza

Subaru Impreza

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Subaru Impreza
Porsche Boxster

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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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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Subaru Impreza
Porsche Boxster

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
166 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
-
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
501 - 526 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Porsche
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