GAC GS8 vs Subaru Impreza 2026 Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Big imposing stance Interior cabin space Read More	--
Things we don't like	Boxy looks not to everyone’s taste Thirsty petrol engine Read More	--

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	65 L	50 L
Kerb Weight	1920 kg	--
Length	4980 mm	4625 mm
Width	1950 mm	1775 mm
Height	1780 mm	1455 mm
Wheel Base	2920 mm	2670 mm
Ground Clearance	200 mm	--
No Of Doors	5	4
Seating Capacity	7 seats	5 seats

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Engine Details

Engine	2.0L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Turbocharger/Supercharger	Turbocharged	--

Performance

Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline
Engine Displacement	1991 cc	1998 cc
Power	248 hp	154 hp
Torque	400 Nm	196 Nm
Mileage City	13.2 Kmpl	--
RPM At Max Power	5250 RPM	--
RPM At Max Torque	1750-4000 RPM	--

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Adjustable
Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	8-Speed	--
Drive Type	FWD	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	17 Inch
Tyre Size	255/50 R20	205/45 R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R20	R17

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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbags	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Rear	No	--
Knee Airbags	No	--
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	Yes	--
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Auto Dimming Auto Dimming	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Front Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Rear Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
360 Camera	Yes	--
Hill-Start Assist Control	Yes	--
Downhill Assist Control	Yes	--
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	--
Electric Parking Brake	Yes	--
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)	Yes	--
Lane Departure Warning System	Yes	--
Speed Sensing Door Locks	Yes	--
Advance Safety Feature	Traffic Sign Recognition System, Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking , Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Integrated Cruise Assist Traffic Sign Recognition System, Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking , Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Integrated Cruise Assist	--
Front Impact Beams	--	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone 3 Zone	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Front Seats	Yes	--
Ventilated Rear Seats	No	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Front & Rear Front & Rear	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Drive Mode	Eco, Comfort, Sport Eco, Comfort, Sport	--
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Front & Rear	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	--
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	--
Memory Seats	No	--
Anti-glare Mirrors	Yes	--
Wireless Charger	Yes	--

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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size	14.6 Inch 14.6 Inch	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
No Of Speakers	8 8	--
Navigation System	Yes	--
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	No	No
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size	7 Inch 7 Inch	--

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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	6-Way Driver & 4-Way Front Passenger 6-Way Driver & 4-Way Front Passenger	No
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	--
Adjustable Headrest	Front & Rear Front & Rear	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Foldable Rear Seat	--	Yes

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Front Front	--
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	Projector Projector
Daytime Running Lights	LED LED	--
Taillight Type	LED LED	--
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	--
Roof Carrier	No	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	--
Sun Roof	Panoramic Panoramic	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	--	No
Roof Rail	--	No
Removable Convertible Top	--	No
Side Stepper	--	No

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Interior

Ambient Light	Yes	--
Sun Visors	Yes	--