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Mercury Montego vs Subaru Impreza

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

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2007 Mercury Montego

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Overview

SpecMercury MontegoBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Selected trimBaseSport
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20072026

Pricing & market

SpecMercury MontegoBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
MSRP$23,850 (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

SpecMercury MontegoBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Combined MPG21 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20 gal (best)16.6 gal

Performance

SpecMercury MontegoBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Horsepower203 hp (best)152 hp
Torque207 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6flat 4

Size & capability

SpecMercury MontegoBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume21.2 cu ft56 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight—3,249 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.1 in (best)
Wheelbase112.9 in (best)105.1 in
Length200.4 in (best)176.2 in
Width74.5 in (best)70.1 in
Height61.5 in (best)58.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercury MontegoBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimMercury MontegoSubaru Impreza
1

Base

$23,850 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$26,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premier

$27,400 MSRP

RS

$29,495 MSRP

3

Premier

$29,250 MSRP

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Mercury Montego vs Subaru Impreza FAQ

Which is better: 2007 Mercury Montego or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2007 Mercury Montego 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: 2007 Mercury Montego or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2007 Mercury Montego starts lower at $23,850. Live Subaru Impreza listings start at $16,250.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2007 Mercury Montego or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2007 Mercury Montego leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,850).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2007 Mercury Montego or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2007 Mercury Montego or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2007 Mercury Montego leads on horsepower in this comparison (203).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2007 Mercury Montego or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2007 Mercury Montego leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2007 Mercury Montego vs 2026 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Impreza (5/5 NHTSA overall).