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Subaru Impreza vs Toyota Corolla Cross - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Impreza or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Subaru Impreza

Toyota Corolla Cross

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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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1483 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Cross manages with 4.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.30 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

Corolla Cross

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 Toyota Corolla Cross has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.60 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Impreza performs minimal better – reaching 199 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

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 curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is slightly lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1574 kg. The difference is around 194 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers noticeable more room – 425 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Cross performs minimal better – up to 1337 L, which is about 23 L more than the Subaru Impreza.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross barely noticeable takes the win – 560 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Corolla Cross proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Corolla Cross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £31,700
Corolla Cross

Toyota Corolla Cross

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.3 L
Subaru Impreza
Toyota Corolla Cross

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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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Toyota Corolla Cross

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The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Subaru Impreza
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
30200 - 32500 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.30 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
166 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1574 - 1599 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4490 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1515 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
501 - 526 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
199 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Impreza have?

The Subaru Impreza is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.