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Toyota Corolla vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 30,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Subaru Impreza?

Toyota Corolla vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

Subaru Impreza

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

Corolla

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Corolla is only slightly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Subaru Impreza costs 30,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,645 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Impreza

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 Toyota Corolla offers clearly more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru Impreza is very slightly faster – reaching 199 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

Corolla

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, Toyota Corolla is somewhat lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,574 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers somewhat more boot space – 361 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Subaru Impreza offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,314 L, about 262 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries somewhat more – 526 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla stands well ahead of its rival 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 £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 L/100km
Toyota Corolla
Subaru Impreza

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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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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
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
30,200 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
4,490 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
199 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Subaru
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