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Mercury Sable vs Subaru Impreza

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

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2009 Mercury Sable

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Overview

SpecMercury SableBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Selected trimBaseSport
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20092026

Pricing & market

SpecMercury SableBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
MSRP$25,120 (best)$26,595
Lowest listing price$8,991 (best)$16,250
Median listing price$8,991 (best)$21,079
Highest listing price$8,991 (best)$29,333
For sale now114 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercury SableBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Combined MPG21 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20 gal (best)16.6 gal

Performance

SpecMercury SableBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Horsepower263 hp (best)152 hp
Torque249 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6flat 4

Size & capability

SpecMercury SableBaseSubaru ImprezaSport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume21.2 cu ft56 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,670 lbs3,249 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.1 in (best)
Wheelbase112.9 in (best)105.1 in
Length202.1 in (best)176.2 in
Width74.5 in (best)70.1 in
Height61.5 in (best)58.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercury SableBaseSubaru 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)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.

TrimMercury SableSubaru Impreza
1

Base

$25,120 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$26,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$26,970 MSRP

RS

$29,495 MSRP

3

Premier

$29,380 MSRP

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4

Premier

$31,230 MSRP

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Mercury Sable vs Subaru Impreza FAQ

Which is better: 2009 Mercury Sable or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 Mercury Sable 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: 2009 Mercury Sable or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Mercury Sable starts lower at $25,120. Live Mercury Sable listings start at $8,991. Live Subaru Impreza listings start at $16,250.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 Mercury Sable or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2009 Mercury Sable leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (25,120).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2009 Mercury Sable or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2009 Mercury Sable or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2009 Mercury Sable leads on horsepower in this comparison (263).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2009 Mercury Sable or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2009 Mercury Sable leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2009 Mercury Sable vs 2026 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Impreza (5/5 NHTSA overall).