The Comparative Analysis :
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic F Automatic (Autogas) (08 - 11) vs. VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI DSG (10 - 13)
€ 21,200

€ 28,200

€ 21,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 28,200
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic is 7.6 inches longer, 1.4 inches narrower and 6.7 inches lower than the VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI.
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
58.1
68.5
77.4
64.8
69.9
76.6
68.5 in
Width
69.9 in
77.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
76.6 in
58.1 in
Height
64.8 in
103.1
173.8
101.5
166.2
173.8 in
Length
166.2 in
103.1 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
2965 lb
Curb Weight
3217 lb
3924 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4387 lb

Weight Difference:
251 lb
7.8 %

General
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
GH
Generation
1KP
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

4-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
4-cylinder boxer engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
EL15
Engine Code
*CAX*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.5 L / 73 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
106 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
120 hp
at 5000 rpm
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
106 hp
120 hp
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
105 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
Max. Torque
148 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
105 lb‑ft
148 lb‑ft
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Performance
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
104 mph
Maximum Speed
117 mph
14.3 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
653 ft
0.000 sec

Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
62 mph
62
mph
mph
479 ft
0.000 sec

VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
▶ REPLAY
27.97 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
26.81 lb/hp
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
27.97 lb/hp
26.81 lb/hp
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
36 mpg
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
22 mpg
36 mpg
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
17 mpg
city
28 mpg
26 mpg
highway
42 mpg
11.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
242 mi
Range
526 mi
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
242 mi
526 mi
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Environmental Impact
159.2 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
123.1 kWh
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
159.2 kWh
123.1 kWh
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Euro 4 / Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
274 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
245 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
959 lb
Maximum Payload
1171 lb
8.5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.2 cu ft








34.4 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
41.1 cu ft