2021 Subaru Impreza vs 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
$94,250MSRP
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2021 Subaru Impreza
2021 Subaru Impreza
$18,795MSRP
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2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
$94,250MSRP
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2021 Subaru Impreza
$18,795MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$94,250

MSRP

$18,795

Average price

$57,374

Average price

$19,305

Listings

198

Listings

198
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10
Pros
  • Standard all-wheel drive
  • Comfortable
  • Manual transmission available
Cons
  • Interior materials feel cheap
  • Not much cargo space
  • Uninspired styling

2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reviews Summary

2021 Subaru Impreza Reviews Summary

Subaru developed a cult following thanks to cars like the Impreza. Thanks to standard all-wheel drive (AWD), the Impreza has been a hit in wintry climates, offering the low operating costs of a compact car without the limited foul-weather capability of the mostly front-wheel drive (FWD) competition.

The current Impreza represents the model’s fifth generation, and dates back to the 2017 model year. Available in sedan and hatchback form, the Impreza has also spawned the sporty Subaru WRX and more rugged looking Subaru Crosstrek, which have overshadowed the basic Impreza to some extent. We’ll cover the WRX and Crosstrek in separate reviews.

Changes for the 2021 model year are limited to availability of SI-Drive drive modes on the Impreza Premium trim level (this feature was previously available only on the Impreza Sport) and a $100 price increase. The full Impreza lineup remains unchanged, encompassing base, Premium, Sport, and Limited trim levels for both the sedan and hatchback. Consequently, we’ll look back on our experience with previous model years for this overview.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.0L 362 hp V6

Engine

2.0L 152 hp H4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

152 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG City

19

MPG City

28

MPG Highway

28

MPG Highway

36
2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
$94,250MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Subaru Impreza
2021 Subaru Impreza
$18,795MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
$94,250MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Subaru Impreza
$18,795MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$94,250
$18,795
Average price
$57,374
$19,305
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.9
5.0
Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Standard all-wheel drive
  • Comfortable
  • Manual transmission available
Cons
  • Interior materials feel cheap
  • Not much cargo space
  • Uninspired styling
Summary

Subaru developed a cult following thanks to cars like the Impreza. Thanks to standard all-wheel drive (AWD), the Impreza has been a hit in wintry climates, offering the low operating costs of a compact car without the limited foul-weather capability of the mostly front-wheel drive (FWD) competition.

The current Impreza represents the model’s fifth generation, and dates back to the 2017 model year. Available in sedan and hatchback form, the Impreza has also spawned the sporty Subaru WRX and more rugged looking Subaru Crosstrek, which have overshadowed the basic Impreza to some extent. We’ll cover the WRX and Crosstrek in separate reviews.

Changes for the 2021 model year are limited to availability of SI-Drive drive modes on the Impreza Premium trim level (this feature was previously available only on the Impreza Sport) and a $100 price increase. The full Impreza lineup remains unchanged, encompassing base, Premium, Sport, and Limited trim levels for both the sedan and hatchback. Consequently, we’ll look back on our experience with previous model years for this overview.

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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
3.0L 362 hp V6
2.0L 152 hp H4
Drive Train
RWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
MPG City
19
28
MPG Highway
28
36
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