2021 Subaru Impreza vs 2020 Lexus IS
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MSRP$38,560 | MSRP$18,795 |
Listings51 | Listings63 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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2020 Lexus IS Reviews Summary | |
2021 Subaru Impreza Reviews SummarySubaru developed a cult following thanks to cars like the Impreza. Thanks to standard all-wheel drive (AWD), the Impreza has been a hit in wintry climates, offering the low operating costs of a compact car without the limited foul-weather capability of the mostly front-wheel drive (FWD) competition. The current Impreza represents the model’s fifth generation, and dates back to the 2017 model year. Available in sedan and hatchback form, the Impreza has also spawned the sporty Subaru WRX and more rugged looking Subaru Crosstrek, which have overshadowed the basic Impreza to some extent. We’ll cover the WRX and Crosstrek in separate reviews. Changes for the 2021 model year are limited to availability of SI-Drive drive modes on the Impreza Premium trim level (this feature was previously available only on the Impreza Sport) and a $100 price increase. The full Impreza lineup remains unchanged, encompassing base, Premium, Sport, and Limited trim levels for both the sedan and hatchback. Consequently, we’ll look back on our experience with previous model years for this overview. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 152 hp H4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 152 hp H4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | Torque145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.8 cu ft | Cargo Space12.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3583 lbs | Curb Weight3047 lbs |
Height56.3 in | Height57.3 in |
Length184.3 in | Length182.7 in |
Width79.8 in | Width79.4 in |
Wheelbase110.2 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1252 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $38,560 | $18,795 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | Subaru developed a cult following thanks to cars like the Impreza. Thanks to standard all-wheel drive (AWD), the Impreza has been a hit in wintry climates, offering the low operating costs of a compact car without the limited foul-weather capability of the mostly front-wheel drive (FWD) competition. The current Impreza represents the model’s fifth generation, and dates back to the 2017 model year. Available in sedan and hatchback form, the Impreza has also spawned the sporty Subaru WRX and more rugged looking Subaru Crosstrek, which have overshadowed the basic Impreza to some extent. We’ll cover the WRX and Crosstrek in separate reviews. Changes for the 2021 model year are limited to availability of SI-Drive drive modes on the Impreza Premium trim level (this feature was previously available only on the Impreza Sport) and a $100 price increase. The full Impreza lineup remains unchanged, encompassing base, Premium, Sport, and Limited trim levels for both the sedan and hatchback. Consequently, we’ll look back on our experience with previous model years for this overview. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 152 hp H4 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 152 hp H4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | 145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.8 cu ft | 12.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3583 lbs | 3047 lbs |
Height | 56.3 in | 57.3 in |
Length | 184.3 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 79.8 in | 79.4 in |
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1252 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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