Compare Subaru Impreza vs the Competition in Charleston

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2023 Subaru Impreza vs. Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra, and Kia Forte: Compare Compact Cars in Charleston

Available as a sensible sedan or versatile 5-door hatchback, the Subaru Impreza is one of the most well-rounded options in the compact car class. It offers roomy and comfortable accommodations, ample practicality, and many appealing features, including EyeSight® driver aids on all CVT-equipped models. It also comes standard with all-wheel drive, a rare feature in the crowded segment. The 2023 Impreza is available for sale or lease to Charleston-area drivers from Mt. Pleasant to Summerville here at Crews Subaru. Below, we'll look at how the Impreza measures up in a few key areas to three prominent class competitors, the Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra, and Kia Forte.

 

Subaru Impreza vs. Toyota Corolla

  • Hatchback Cargo: While both models are available as versatile hatchbacks for enhanced practicality, the Impreza has the advantage in storage, with 20.8 cubic feet behind the rear seats and a capacious 55.3 cubes with the seatbacks folded. The Corolla's cargo area measures 17.8/~41 cubic feet and has a higher load floor that limits space and makes loading or unloading heavy items more difficult.

  • Capability: The Subaru Impreza is the only model in the compact car class with standard AWD, providing more surefooted handling in inclement conditions. The Corolla doesn't offer AWD.

  • Accommodations: Passengers will appreciate the Impreza's roomier cabin, which offers appreciably more headroom and legroom in both rows. The Impreza also offers a feature to pre-climatize the cabin before your trip, while the Corolla doesn't have a similar option.

Subaru Impreza vs. Nissan Sentra

  • Interior: While both models offer roomy accommodations, taller drivers will like the Impreza's extra headroom. Additionally, rear-seat occupants will likely prefer the Impreza's generous 2nd-row legroom, which exceeds the Sentra by nearly two inches. If you're looking for more practicality from your city-friendly daily driver, the Impreza is also available as a hatchback with up to 55 cubic feet of cargo space. The Sentra is only available as a sedan.

  • Driver Aids: All Impreza models with a continuously variable transmission have Subaru's EyeSight® suite of safety technologies, including lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. The Nissan Sentra's base trim has lane-departure warning but not an intervention feature. You'll also have to climb the trim ladder to get adaptive cruise control.

  • Performance: While the Impreza (152 horsepower) and Sentra (149 hp) have similar power numbers, the Impreza offers the enhanced confidence and capability of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive. The Sentra is only front-wheel drive.
 
 

Subaru Impreza vs. Kia Forte

  • Performance: The Subaru Impreza (152 horsepower, 145 pound-feet of torque) has more standard power than the Kia Forte (147 hp, 132 lb-ft). And even though the Impreza comes standard with all-wheel drive (which the Forte doesn't offer), it doesn't lose efficiency. Both models have EPA-estimated ratings of 32 mpg combined.

  • Driver Aids: When equipped with an automatic transmission, both models come standard with advanced safety features like collision mitigation and lane-keeping assist. However, the Impreza also gets Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering. The Kia Forte Reserves adaptive cruise control for the top-tier GT-Line Premium.

  • Roominess: The Subaru Impreza is more spacious than the Kia Forte, offering more headroom and legroom for passengers in both rows. And while the Kia Forte has impressive trunk space (15.3 cubic feet), it can't match the Impreza Hatchback's practicality (20.8-55.3 cubic feet).

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Get in touch with Crews Subaru at your convenience for more information about the Subaru Forester's configuration options, financing and leasing opportunities, and how you can reserve one tailored to your needs and lifestyle. If you'd like to explore any of the new Subaru models in our inventory, we invite you to visit our Charleston Subaru dealership for a test drive. We'll be happy to show you around.

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