What is Comparable to a Subaru Impreza?
The 2022 Subaru Impreza is a comfortable compact car that can meet your short and long distance driving needs with ease. Similar compact cars from other brands include the Mazda 3, Honda Civic, and Toyota Corolla. Both the Impreza and Mazda 3 have sedan and hatchback body options, with almost identical exterior dimensions. They also come with safety features highly rated by the IIHS, the Mazda 3 receiving their Top Safety Pick, while the Subaru Impreza achieved the Top Safety Pick Plus title. The Honda Civic also comes in a sedan and hatchback body at an inch shorter than the Impreza and Mazda 3. Both the Subaru Impreza and Honda Civic were awarded five star ratings from the NHTSA.
What are the Similarities Between the 2022 Subaru Impreza and the Toyota Corolla?
The Subaru Impreza and Toyota Corolla both have long standing reputations for being reliable and comfortable compact cars. Both cars achieve around the same amount of miles per tank of gas, with the Impreza's fuel economy at 23-28mpg/31-36mpg (city/highway), and the Toyota Corolla coming in at 28-31mpg/36-40mpg (city/highway). Both vehicles use 4-cylinder engines with continuously variable transmission, with options for five-seat sedan or hatchback body types. The 2022 Subaru Impreza and Toyota Corolla have similar turning radii, offering similar handling and maneuverability.
Is the Subaru Impreza the Same Size as the Toyota Corolla?
In terms of exterior dimensions, the 2022 Subaru Impreza and 2022 Toyota Corolla are very close in size. The 2022 Subaru Impreza is 182.7 inches long by 70 inches wide, while the Corolla comes in at 182.3-182.5 inches long by 70.1 inches wide. The Corolla has a total passenger volume of 88.4 cubic feet with a standard roof and 87.3 cubic feet with a moonroof. The 2022 Subaru Impreza offers 100.9 cubic feet of passenger volume, with a considerable amount of extra head and legroom for drivers and passengers. The Impreza offers more options for cargo than the Corolla with 12.3 cubic feet in the sedan's trunk, 20.8 cubic feet behind the second row of the hatchback and 55.3 cubic feet with rear seats folded down. The Toyota Corolla has a trunk size of 13.1 cubic feet on the sedan model and 17.8 cubic feet on the hatchback, which does not have folding rear seats.
Is the 2022 Subaru Impreza Reliable?
Subaru has a long standing reputation for safety and reliability, and the Impreza is no exception. The Impreza has received above average reliability ratings, with an estimated annual repair cost of $653 that is on par with average ownership costs. Repairs for the Subaru Impreza tend to be less frequent than the average vehicle, but can be a little pricier than normal. An Impreza is estimated to last between 200,000 and 250,000 miles, which comes to 13-17 years with a 15,000 mile per year average. Subaru's EyeSight Driver Assist Technology also comes standard in the 2022 Subaru Impreza, ensuring that the miles and years you get out of your vehicle are traveled safely.
Is the 2022 Subaru Impreza a Good Car?
The 2022 Subaru Impreza is a great compact vehicle with a few different trim levels. The Base Sedan model starts at $18,795, and the Impreza Hatchback model starts at $19,295. Premium models add Subaru STARLINK Safety and Security, 4G LTE Wi-Fi Capability, and the All-Weather Package with Heated Front Seats. The Impreza Premium Sedan starts at $22,195, and the Impreza Premium 5-door stars at $22,695. Sport models feature 18-inch alloy wheels, Subaru Starlink 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus, and Sport Cloth upholstery with red stitching. The Impreza Sport Sedan starts at $23,595, and the Impreza Sport 5-door starts at $22,995. The Impreza Limited trim option is only available on the 5-door hatchback model, and adds leather-trimmed upholstery, LED steering responsive headlights, and 17-inch alloy wheels, starting at $26,395.
Which is Better, the Corolla or Subaru Impreza?
To suit your needs, you may find yourself evaluating both the Corolla and the Subaru Impreza. However, in terms of passenger and cargo volume, horsepower and off-road capability, the 2022 Subaru Impreza comes out on top. The spacious interior dimensions and standard all-wheel drive make the Impreza great for everyday applications and road trips, while the Corolla does not offer an option for all-wheel drive.
Come out to Rafferty Subaru today to check out our current inventory of the 2022 Subaru Impreza and take one for a test drive!
