2021 Subaru Impreza vs 2022 MINI Cooper
Overview | |
MSRP$18,795 | MSRP$22,900 |
Average price$20,403 | Average price$25,892 |
Listings371 | Listings281 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.2 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. | |
2022 MINI Cooper Reviews SummaryMINI characterizes its lineup as the “definitive” premium small cars in the United States market. Based on a BMW platform, equipped with BMW engines, and featuring BMW technology, MINIs can substantiate this claim through engineering. But it’s the range of choices and personalization options that make them unlike any other premium small cars. Naturally, this is true of the refreshed 2022 MINI Convertible, which is available in Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works (JCW) specification and with Classic, Signature, or Iconic trim. Once you’ve made those decisions, you can select from a wide variety of colors, materials, wheels, packages, and options to make your MINI your own. Or you can choose a pre-packaged special edition like our Sidewalk Edition test car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 152 hp H4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 152 hp H4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.3 cu ft | Cargo Space8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight2976 lbs | Curb Weight2712 lbs |
Height57.3 in | Height55.7 in |
Length182.7 in | Length152.2 in |
Width79.4 in | Width75.9 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase98.2 in |
Maximum Payload1323 lbs | Maximum Payload697 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $18,795 | $22,900 |
Average price | $20,403 | $25,892 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 5.2 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. | MINI characterizes its lineup as the “definitive” premium small cars in the United States market. Based on a BMW platform, equipped with BMW engines, and featuring BMW technology, MINIs can substantiate this claim through engineering. But it’s the range of choices and personalization options that make them unlike any other premium small cars. Naturally, this is true of the refreshed 2022 MINI Convertible, which is available in Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works (JCW) specification and with Classic, Signature, or Iconic trim. Once you’ve made those decisions, you can select from a wide variety of colors, materials, wheels, packages, and options to make your MINI your own. Or you can choose a pre-packaged special edition like our Sidewalk Edition test car. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 152 hp H4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 152 hp H4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 145 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.3 cu ft | 8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2976 lbs | 2712 lbs |
Height | 57.3 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 152.2 in |
Width | 79.4 in | 75.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 98.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1323 lbs | 697 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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