2025 MINI Hardtop vs. 2024 Subaru Impreza Review

Picture of the 2025 MINI Hardtop

2025 MINI
Hardtop

MSRP*: $32,200 to $34,600
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Impreza

2024 Subaru
Impreza

MSRP*: $22,995 to $27,885
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MPG - City 28 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 39 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 152 - 182 hp
Exterior Length 152.6 in 176.2 in
Exterior Width 68.7 in 70.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 30.8 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 38.3 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Impreza than the MINI Hardtop, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Subaru Impreza will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the MINI Hardtop.

Convenience
With the Subaru Impreza you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the MINI Hardtop, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The MINI Hardtop will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Impreza, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the MINI Hardtop is much slimmer than the Subaru Impreza, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the MINI Hardtop, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Impreza.

Handling
The MINI Hardtop has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Impreza, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the MINI Hardtop is somewhat more powerful than the Subaru Impreza.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the MINI Hardtop does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Subaru Impreza.

Utility
The MINI Hardtop has less seating than the Subaru Impreza, making the Subaru Impreza the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.