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MINI Cooper Paceman vs Subaru Impreza

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

Vehicles

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2016 MINI Cooper Paceman

Overview

SpecMINI Cooper PacemanBaseSubaru ImprezaBase
Selected trimBaseBase
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162027

Pricing & market

SpecMINI Cooper PacemanBaseSubaru ImprezaBase
MSRP$23,550 (best)$24,595
Lowest listing price—$23,664 (best)
Median listing price—$23,664 (best)
Highest listing price—$23,664 (best)
For sale now02 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMINI Cooper PacemanBaseSubaru ImprezaBase
Combined MPG29 MPG29 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)26 MPG
Highway MPG32 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank12.4 gal16.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMINI Cooper PacemanBaseSubaru ImprezaBase
Horsepower121 hp180 hp (best)
Torque118 lb-ft178 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.6 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecMINI Cooper PacemanBaseSubaru ImprezaBase
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors34 (best)
Cargo volume38.1 cu ft56 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,940 lbs (best)3,217 lbs
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)5.1 in
Wheelbase102.2 in105.1 in (best)
Length162 in176.2 in (best)
Width70.3 in (best)70.1 in
Height59.8 in (best)58.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMINI Cooper PacemanBaseSubaru ImprezaBase
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.

TrimMINI Cooper PacemanSubaru Impreza
1

Base

$23,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$24,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$26,900 MSRP

RS

$29,495 MSRP

3

S ALL4

$28,600 MSRP

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4

John Cooper Works ALL4

$35,600 MSRP

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Live inventory

MINI Cooper Paceman vs Subaru Impreza FAQ

Which is better: 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman or 2027 Subaru Impreza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman vs 2027 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: 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman or 2027 Subaru Impreza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman starts lower at $23,550. Live Subaru Impreza listings start at $23,664.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman or 2027 Subaru Impreza?
The 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,550).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman or 2027 Subaru Impreza?
The 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman leads on horsepower in this comparison (208).
Which has better seats: 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman or 2027 Subaru Impreza?
The 2027 Subaru Impreza leads on seats in this comparison (5).