Subaru Impreza WRX STI
Sedan · Gasoline · AWD
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Subaru WRX STI
Sedan · Gasoline · AWD
Subaru Impreza WRX STI
Car A
Subaru Impreza WRX STI
The Subaru Impreza WRX STI blends 300 hp AWD performance with five-seat utility and a 460 L trunk, delivering good value in its segment. It’s quick and safe, but its 11.7 L/100 km fuel use won’t suit efficiency-first buyers.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safetyAWD
Subaru WRX STI
Car B
Subaru WRX STI
The Subaru WRX STI mixes strong AWD performance with five-star safety, suiting drivers who want speed with year-round traction. It’s good value in its segment, though fuel use and everyday practicality are secondary.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safetyAWD
Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 61 / 50
City 42 / 42
Budget / value 53 / 50
Road trip 57 / 49
Performance 39 / 39
Cargo 25 / 8
Practical 37 / 28
Premium 29 / 29
Winter 66 / 66

Scores out of 100. Blue = Subaru Impreza WRX STI · Orange = Subaru WRX STI

Specs side-by-side

Spec Subaru Impreza WRX STI Subaru WRX STI
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Pros & cons

Subaru Impreza WRX STI

  • 300 hp and 0–100 km/h in 5.0 s for confident passing
  • AWD traction supports all-weather driving
  • 5-star safety rating suits family duty
  • Good value in its segment at $38,600

Subaru WRX STI

  • AWD traction for confident all-weather driving
  • Punchy performance: 300 hp and 0–100 km/h in 5.2 s
  • Five-star safety rating
  • Good value in its segment at a price of 40000

Verdict

Pick Subaru Impreza WRX STI if…
Lower entry price
Subaru Impreza WRX STI starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Subaru WRX STI if…
Performance & capability
Subaru WRX STI is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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