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Hyundai Elantra GT vs Subaru Impreza

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

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2020 Hyundai Elantra GT

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Overview

SpecHyundai Elantra GTBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Selected trimBaseSport
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202026

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai Elantra GTBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
MSRP$20,650 (best)$26,595
Lowest listing price$8,300 (best)$16,250
Median listing price$8,300 (best)$21,079
Highest listing price$8,300 (best)$29,333
For sale now114 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai Elantra GTBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Combined MPG27 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG32 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14 gal16.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHyundai Elantra GTBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Horsepower161 hp (best)152 hp
Torque150 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai Elantra GTBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume55.1 cu ft56 cu ft (best)
Payload1,025 lbs (best)—
Curb weight2,943 lbs (best)3,249 lbs
Ground clearance5.9 in (best)5.1 in
Wheelbase104.3 in105.1 in (best)
Length170.9 in176.2 in (best)
Width70.7 in (best)70.1 in
Height57.7 in58.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai Elantra GTBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

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.

TrimHyundai Elantra GTSubaru Impreza
1

Base

$20,650 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$26,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

N Line

$23,500 MSRP

RS

$29,495 MSRP

3

N Line

$24,600 MSRP

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Hyundai Elantra GT vs Subaru Impreza FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT 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: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT starts lower at $20,650. Live Hyundai Elantra GT listings start at $8,300. Live Subaru Impreza listings start at $16,250.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,650).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT vs 2026 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Elantra GT (4/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru Impreza (5/5 NHTSA overall).