What are the features of the Subaru Forester?
Built for your next adventure, the Subaru Forester is a compact crossover SUV loaded with features that any driver would be excited to get their hands on. The Forester has four doors and five seats and offers a 29 MPG Combined-Est Fuel Economy (26 Cty/33 Hwy) with a 16.6 gallon fuel tank capacity. With Standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, Subaru has your back with technology that acts like another set of eyes that can safely stop your car if need be. The Forester is designed to tow. In fact it can tow up to 1,500 lb. and the Wilderness trim takes it up a notch in case you need to tow 3,000 lb. The Subaru Forester is one of the safest compact crossover SUVs, receiving outstanding scores from both the Nation Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ comes equipped on all models, allowing you to pair your phone wirelessly on a 6.5-inch touchscreen (with an 8-inch option available) to access navigation or stream music and podcasts. All of this and more comes to you with Subaru's Regular Unleaded H-4 BOXER engine, which is a 2.5-liter engine that sits low to the nose which helps it keep the center of gravity close to the ground for safety.
What is the Subaru Forester comparable to?
While other companies try, we feel like there is nothing quite like a Subaru Forester. Some comparable vehicle from other automotive brands include:
- Honda CR-V
- Toyota RAV4
- Nissan Rogue
- Jeep Cherokee
- Ford Escape
- Mazda CX-5
For comparison's sake, let's look at one competitor specifically: the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Which is bigger, the Outlander or the Subaru Forester?
The answer to this is a little bit more complicated than it seems. Although the Outlander does offer a longer length, and more height and width, it is also designed to seat 7 compared to Subaru's 5-seat Forester. Since there are more seats in the Outlander, there is actually much less space for you to stretch your legs. The Forester takes the lead when it comes to front-seat leg room and nearly matches the back-seat leg room. In addition, head room and shoulder room are also superior in the Subaru Forester. One of the most surprising comparisons though is when it comes to cargo space. If having a good amount of cargo space is important to you then you should definitely check out the Forester, which has 28.9 cubic feet of cargo space compared to Outlander's 11.7ft3. Although the size of the Outlander is "bigger," that might not be a good indication of the comfort or cargo space you need.
Which is better, the Outlander or the Subaru Forester?
We feel that the Subaru Forester is the better pick! Let's start with the engine. While both vehicles come equipped with a 2.5 liter engine, the Subaru uses a Boxer engine. What that means is, instead of the pistons firing vertically, they fire horizontally (like a boxer throwing a punch). This allows for the engine to be lower to the ground giving the vehicle a better sense of balance and better control for the driver. That means if you are looking for a sportier and easier to drive vehicle, the Forester is definitely a good option for you. On top of that, the Forester does offer a better estimated fuel economy at 26 cty / 33 hwy compared to the Outlander's 24 cty / 31 hwy. All of this in an extremely comfortable ride that provides you with the space and reliability you trust in a Subaru.
Is the Subaru Forester worth buying?
If you are looking for a compact SUV that is reliable, fuel efficient, and very comfortable to drive, look no further. The Subaru Forester is all of that and more! It's one of the more affordable vehicles in its class and is one of the best on the market. On top of that, in terms of reliability, the Subaru Forester is the only vehicle that can brag that 97% of Foresters sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today.
Test Drive the 2022 Subaru Forester at Rafferty Subaru!
We'd love to invite you into Rafferty Subaru to test drive the Subaru Forester at your convenience. Our staff is eager to help and can't wait to get you behind the wheel of a Subaru Forester!
