2023 Subaru Impreza vs. Crosstrek Comparison | Moline, IL
Is it time for a new Subaru? Let the McLaughlin Subaru team assist you in finding the right one! Although categorized differently, the 2023 Subaru Impreza sedan and five-door sedan, and 2023 Subaru Crosstrek compact SUV share many crossover features. From standard EyeSight® driver assist features to SUBARU BOXER® engine technology, we’ll cover the many similarities and differences to help you make a confident decision.
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Read our Impreza review and Crosstrek review to learn more about each model.
2023 Subaru Impreza vs. Crosstrek Interior Features
Find a host of comfort-inducing and eye-catching features within the 2023 Subaru Impreza and Subaru Crosstrek. A six-way power driver’s seat is available on both models, as are a host of seating upholstery options. The Impreza is available with cloth, sport cloth with red contrast stitching, and leather-trimmed upholstery. On the Crosstrek, you can choose between cloth, cloth with orange contrast stitching, StarTex® water-repellent with yellow contrast stitching, leather-trimmed with orange contrast stitching, or leather-trimmed with blue contrast stitching upholstery.
Other available interior features include:
- Heated front seats
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Eight cup and bottle holders
- Automatic climate control system
- Aluminum alloy pedal covers (Impreza)
- Heated steering wheel (Crosstrek)
- Leather-wrapped shifter handle (Crosstrek)
Engine Specs & Performance
Offering stellar performance capabilities, the 2023 Subaru Impreza and Crosstrek have a variety of performance capabilities to power you through your day. The Impreza is standard with a SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine, which is also an option on the Crosstrek. However, the Subaru Crosstrek can also be equipped with a more powerful SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine or a SUBARU BOXER plug-in hybrid four-cylinder engine. Of course, both the Impreza and Crosstrek are standard with Symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD) for increased traction and stability.
Model | 2023 Subaru Impreza |
2023 Subaru Crosstrek |
Engine | 2.0L I4 | 2.0L I4 | 2.5L I4 | 2.0L plug-in hybrid I4 |
Horsepower | 152 HP | 152 HP | 182 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 145 lb.-ft. | 145 lb.-ft. | 176 lb.-ft. | 134 lb.-ft. |
Transmission | Five-speed manual or Lineartronic® CVT | Six-speed manual | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT |
2023 Subaru Impreza vs. Crosstrek MPG
The 2023 Subaru Impreza gets up to 28 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway. The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek gets up to 28 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway, while the plug-in hybrid model gets up to 90 MPGe.
Cargo Space & Seating Available
Because the Impreza is considered a sedan and the Crosstrek an SUV, the Crosstrek naturally has more cargo space. The Impreza has five-passenger seating and up to 12.3 cubic feet of cargo space in the sedan model and 20.8 cubic feet of cargo space in the five-door model. The Crosstrek has five-passenger seating and up to 55.3 cubic feet of cargo space. To utilize the cargo space to its full capacity, both the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza have convenient fold-flat rear seats.
Color Options Offered
- 2023 Subaru Impreza
- Crystal Black Silica
- Crystal White Pearl
- Crimson Red Pearl
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Lithium Red Pearl
- Magnetite Gray Metallic
- Ocean Blue Pearl
- Sapphire Blue Pearl
- 2023 Subaru Crosstrek
- Crystal Black Silica
- Cool-Gray Khaki
- Horizon Blue Pearl
- Crystal White Pearl
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Lagoon Blue Pearl
- Magnetite Gray
- Pure Red
- Plasma Yellow Pearl
Safety Features & Technology
Front and center on the Impreza and Crosstrek is the STARLINK® infotainment system, available with a 6- or 8-inch touchscreen and built-in navigation system. You can personalize your driving experience by utilizing Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™ as well. These capabilities allow you to access your phone contacts, music library, and podcasts from the infotainment system for a streamlined behind-the-wheel experience.
Other available technologies include:
- Four- or six-speaker audio system, or Harman Kardon® premium audio system with 8-in. touchscreen
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi® capability
- Keyless access with push-button start and PIN code access
- 6.3-in. color multifunction display
Both the 2023 Subaru Impreza and Crosstrek come standard with EyeSight driver assist technology, designed to help you better anticipate certain traffic conditions and situations. A rear vision camera is also standard, and other smart safety features like blind spot detection with rear cross traffic alert (and lane change assist on the Impreza) are optional on certain Impreza and Crosstrek trims.
Available safety features include:
- EyeSight driver assist technology
- Pre-collision braking system
- Pre-collision throttle management
- Lane departure and sway warning with lane keep assist (Impreza)
- Lane departure and sway warning (Crosstrek)
- Advanced adaptive cruise control with lane centering
- High beam assist
- Reverse automatic braking
2023 Subaru Impreza vs. Crosstrek Price
The 2023 Subaru Impreza starts at $19,795 MSRP, and the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek starts at $23,645 MSRP.
