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Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback
2014 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback
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$25,995
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Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
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$28,695
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 25 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
44.4 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
53.7 ft³

Photos

Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback
2014 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Rear Angle View
2014 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback Dashboard
12
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Volkswagen Golf GTI
Rear Angle View
Central Console
16
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
228 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque
244 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,208 lbs
3,133 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
21 MPG
26 MPG
City
19 MPG
23 MPG
Highway
25 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.6 (Est) Tons/yr
6.9 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.9 gallons
13.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
321.1 miles
303.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
422.5 miles
396 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
173.8 in
168 in
Height
58.1 in
57.8 in
Max Width
70.7 in
70.8 in
Front Width
60.2 in
60.6 in
Rear Width
60.6 in
59.7 in
Wheelbase
103.3 in
103.6 in
Ground Clearance
6.1 in
5.1 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
43.5 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.3 in
38.4 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.8 in
55.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.4 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
33.5 in
35.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.6 in
38.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.2 in
53.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.3 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
19 ft³
17.4 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
44.4 ft³
53.7 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.8 ft
35.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
N/A
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 8"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 8"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/45WR17
P225/40HR18
Rear Tire
P235/45WR17
P225/40HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Dark Gray Metallic
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Plasma Blue Silica
  • Satin White Pearl
  • WR Blue Pearl
  • Dark Iron Blue Metallic
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Pure White
  • Tornado Red

Standard Interior Materials

  • Carbon Black, Checkered Cloth Upholstery w/Red Stitching
  • Titan Black w/Clark Plaid, Cloth Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Rollover Rating
Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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