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Buick LaCrosse vs Subaru Impreza

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2019 Buick LaCrosse

Overview

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
Selected trim1SVSport
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20192026

Pricing & market

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
MSRP$29,570$26,595 (best)
Lowest listing price$8,990 (best)$16,250
Median listing price$16,396 (best)$21,221
Highest listing price$19,977 (best)$29,333
For sale now413 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
Combined MPG29 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)34 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal16.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
Horsepower194 hp (best)152 hp
Torque187 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft56 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,490 lbs3,249 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.1 in (best)
Wheelbase114.4 in (best)105.1 in
Length197.5 in (best)176.2 in
Width73.5 in (best)70.1 in
Height57.5 in58.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBuick LaCrosseSubaru Impreza
1

1SV

$29,570 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$26,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Preferred

$33,670 MSRP

RS

$29,495 MSRP

3

Essence

$36,370 MSRP

4

Essence

$41,070 MSRP

5

Premium

$38,670 MSRP

6

Premium

$43,470 MSRP

7

Sport Touring

$39,370 MSRP

8

Avenir

$44,870 MSRP

9

Avenir

$47,070 MSRP

Live inventory

Buick LaCrosse vs Subaru Impreza FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2026 Subaru Impreza on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Subaru Impreza starts lower at $26,595. Live Buick LaCrosse listings start at $8,990. Live Subaru Impreza listings start at $16,250.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,595).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2019 Buick LaCrosse leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2026 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick LaCrosse (5/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru Impreza (5/5 NHTSA overall).