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Buick Verano vs Subaru Impreza

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

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2017 Buick Verano

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Overview

SpecBuick Verano1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
Selected trim1SVSport
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20172026

Pricing & market

SpecBuick Verano1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
MSRP$21,065 (best)$26,595
Lowest listing price—$16,250 (best)
Median listing price—$21,079 (best)
Highest listing price—$29,333 (best)
For sale now014 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick Verano1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
Combined MPG24 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG31 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.6 gal16.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBuick Verano1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
Horsepower180 hp (best)152 hp
Torque171 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size2.4 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecBuick Verano1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft56 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,300 lbs3,249 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.1 in (best)
Wheelbase105.7 in (best)105.1 in
Length183.9 in (best)176.2 in
Width71.4 in (best)70.1 in
Height58.1 in58.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick Verano1SVSubaru ImprezaSport
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None 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 VeranoSubaru Impreza
1

1SV

$21,065 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$26,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport Touring

$24,115 MSRP

RS

$29,495 MSRP

3

Leather Group

$26,555 MSRP

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Buick Verano vs Subaru Impreza FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Buick Verano or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Buick Verano 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: 2017 Buick Verano or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Buick Verano starts lower at $21,065. Live Subaru Impreza listings start at $16,250.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Buick Verano or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2017 Buick Verano leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,065).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Buick Verano or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2017 Buick Verano or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2017 Buick Verano leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Buick Verano vs 2026 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Verano (5/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru Impreza (5/5 NHTSA overall).