The Comparative Analysis :
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic F Automatic (Autogas) (08 - 11) vs. VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion DSG (Natural Gas) (13 - 16)
€ 21,200
€ 26,000
€ 21,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 26,000
ⓘ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 6.3 inches longer, 2.3 inches narrower and 0.6 inches lower than the VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion.
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
58.1
68.5
77.4
58.7
70.8
79.8
68.5 in
Width
70.8 in
77.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.8 in
58.1 in
Height
58.7 in
103.1
173.8
103.1
167.5
173.8 in
Length
167.5 in
103.1 in
Wheelbase
103.1 in
Vehicle Weight
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
2965 lb
Curb Weight
3075 lb
3924 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4101 lb
Weight Difference:
110 lb
3.58 %
General
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
GH
Generation
AU
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Natural Gas (CNG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
4-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
4-cylinder boxer engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four engine with turbocharger
EL15
Engine Code
*CPW*
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
108 hp
at 4800 rpm
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
106 hp
108 hp
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
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 Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Performance
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
104 mph
Maximum Speed
121 mph
14.3 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
653 ft
0.000 sec
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
62 mph
62
mph
mph
495 ft
0.000 sec
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
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27.97 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
28.47 lb/hp
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
27.97 lb/hp
28.47 lb/hp
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
( 16 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined ✽ per 100 miles
12.1 lb✽
( 7 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
16 MPGe
7 MPGe
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
17 mpg
city
15.6 lb
26 mpg
highway
9.9 lb
11.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
31 lb
242 mi
Range
256 mi
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
242 mi
256 mi
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
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).
24.9 kWh
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
159.2 kWh
24.9 kWh
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Euro 4 / Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
274 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
148 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
959 lb
Maximum Payload
1025 lb
8.5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
34.4 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
33.4 cu ft
