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Hatchback car comparison

Subaru IMPREZA vs Toyota YARIS

Both are hatchback vehicles on New Zealand roads. Based on NZTA fleet data.

Subaru IMPREZA 37,204 on NZ roads
VS
Toyota YARIS 34,042 on NZ roads
$12/week cheaper to fuel — Toyota YARIS at $44/wk vs $56/wk
53.400000000000006 kW more power — Subaru IMPREZA at 125.4 kW
Subaru IMPREZA 37,204 in NZ
Toyota YARIS 34,042 in NZ
Registered in NZ
37,204 ✓
34,042
Fuel Economy
7.1 L/100km
5.6 L/100km ✓
Power
125.4 kW ✓
72 kW
Weight
1,586.6 kg
1,495 kg ✓
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1992–2026
1999–2026
Imported New
16%
92%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Subaru IMPREZA vs Toyota YARIS: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Subaru IMPREZA has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Subaru IMPREZA Toyota YARIS
AUCKLAND 11,743 12,948
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 4,429 2,951
WELLINGTON CITY 1,205 2,237
HAMILTON CITY 1,386 1,170
TAURANGA CITY 1,055 953
DUNEDIN CITY 1,187 680
LOWER HUTT CITY 761 1,037
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY — 1,058

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Subaru IMPREZA or Toyota YARIS?

The Subaru IMPREZA is more common with 37,204 registered in New Zealand compared to 34,042 for the Toyota YARIS. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Subaru IMPREZA or Toyota YARIS?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Toyota YARIS uses less fuel at 5.6 L/100km compared to 7.1 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Subaru IMPREZA and Toyota YARIS the same body type?

Both are classified as Hatchback vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Subaru IMPREZA is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Toyota YARIS runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

16% of Subaru IMPREZA models were imported new to NZ, while 81% came as used imports. For the Toyota YARIS, 92% were new and 7% were used imports.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026. This covers 3,678,722 registered passenger vehicles in New Zealand.

Data sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026.

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