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Subaru Impreza vs Toyota Corolla

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

Vehicles

Overview

SpecSubaru ImprezaSportToyota CorollaSE
Selected trimSportSE
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecSubaru ImprezaSportToyota CorollaSE
MSRP$26,595$24,780 (best)
Lowest listing price$16,250$8,995 (best)
Median listing price$21,079 (best)$25,398
Highest listing price$29,333 (best)$33,740
For sale now14269 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecSubaru ImprezaSportToyota CorollaSE
Combined MPG30 MPG35 MPG (best)
City MPG27 MPG32 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank16.6 gal (best)13.2 gal

Performance

SpecSubaru ImprezaSportToyota CorollaSE
Horsepower152 hp169 hp (best)
Torque145 lb-ft151 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
Cylindersflat 4I4

Size & capability

SpecSubaru ImprezaSportToyota CorollaSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume56 cu ft (best)17.8 cu ft
Curb weight3,249 lbs3,060 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.1 in5.1 in
Wheelbase105.1 in (best)103.9 in
Length176.2 in (best)172 in
Width70.1 in70.5 in (best)
Height58.3 in (best)57.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecSubaru ImprezaSportToyota CorollaSE
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)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.

TrimSubaru ImprezaToyota Corolla
1

Sport

$26,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$24,780 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

RS

$29,495 MSRP

XSE

$27,875 MSRP

Live inventory

Subaru Impreza vs Toyota Corolla FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Subaru Impreza or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Subaru Impreza vs 2027 Toyota Corolla on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Subaru Impreza or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Toyota Corolla starts lower at $24,780. Live Subaru Impreza listings start at $16,250. Live Toyota Corolla listings start at $8,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Subaru Impreza or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
The 2027 Toyota Corolla leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,780).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Subaru Impreza or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
The 2027 Toyota Corolla leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (35).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Subaru Impreza or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza leads on horsepower in this comparison (180).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Subaru Impreza vs 2027 Toyota Corolla?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Impreza (5/5 NHTSA overall).