2021 Subaru Impreza vs 2021 Nissan Altima
Overview | |
MSRP$18,795 | MSRP$24,550 |
Average price$20,262 | Average price$20,190 |
Listings364 | Listings2487 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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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. | |
2021 Nissan Altima Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Nissan Altima is a popular midsize sedan now in the third year of its sixth generation of production. The Altima debuted as a 1993 model and has spent the decades nudged from the spotlight by the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, despite continuous evolution and improvement over the years. Don’t feel bad for the Altima—it has a lot of fans, and some innovative features it hopes will allow it to take center stage someday. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 152 hp H4 | Engine2.5L 182 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway39 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 152 hp H4 | Engine Name2.5L 182 hp I4 |
Torque145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | Torque178 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway39 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.3 cu ft | Cargo Space15.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight2976 lbs | Curb Weight3207 lbs |
Height57.3 in | Height56.7 in |
Length182.7 in | Length192.9 in |
Width79.4 in | Width72.9 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase111.2 in |
Maximum Payload1323 lbs | Maximum Payload1121 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $18,795 | $24,550 |
Average price | $20,262 | $20,190 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 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. | The 2021 Nissan Altima is a popular midsize sedan now in the third year of its sixth generation of production. The Altima debuted as a 1993 model and has spent the decades nudged from the spotlight by the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, despite continuous evolution and improvement over the years. Don’t feel bad for the Altima—it has a lot of fans, and some innovative features it hopes will allow it to take center stage someday. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 152 hp H4 | 2.5L 182 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | 182 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 39 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 152 hp H4 | 2.5L 182 hp I4 |
Torque | 145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | 178 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | 182 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 39 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.3 cu ft | 15.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2976 lbs | 3207 lbs |
Height | 57.3 in | 56.7 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 192.9 in |
Width | 79.4 in | 72.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 111.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1323 lbs | 1121 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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