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Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs Subaru Impreza

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

Vehicles

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2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV

Overview

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESSubaru ImprezaSport
Selected trimESSport
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricregular unleaded
Transmission1-speed direct drivecontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typeelectricgas
Model year20172026

Pricing & market

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESSubaru ImprezaSport
MSRP$22,995 (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

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESSubaru ImprezaSport
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe112 MPGe (best)
Battery capacity16 kWh (best)
Fuel tank16.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESSubaru ImprezaSport
Horsepower66 hp152 hp (best)
Torque145 lb-ft145 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)
Cylindersflat 4

Size & capability

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESSubaru ImprezaSport
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume50.4 cu ft56 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,579 lbs (best)3,249 lbs
Ground clearance6.1 in (best)5.1 in
Wheelbase100.4 in105.1 in (best)
Length144.7 in176.2 in (best)
Width62.4 in70.1 in (best)
Height63.6 in (best)58.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESSubaru ImprezaSport
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None 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.

TrimMitsubishi i-MiEVSubaru Impreza
1

ES

$22,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$26,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

RS

$29,495 MSRP

Live inventory

Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs Subaru Impreza FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV 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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV starts lower at $22,995. Live Subaru Impreza listings start at $16,250.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on horsepower in this comparison (180).
Which has better seats: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs 2026 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Impreza (5/5 NHTSA overall).