2021 Subaru Forester vs 2020 Toyota Highlander
Overview | |
MSRP$34,600 | MSRP$24,795 |
Listings63 | Listings51 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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2020 Toyota Highlander Reviews SummaryMidsize three-row SUVs are all spacious and powerful, but only the Toyota Highlander reaches the premium threshold for passenger comfort. Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander's revised styling and technology are secondary to its silent operation, soft ride, and cosseting interior. The upper trims feel and drive just like a Lexus, without the upcharge. There is nothing exciting about a Highlander, and yet, there is no other SUV in the $40,000 to $55,000 range that feels so effortless and tranquil. | |
2021 Subaru Forester Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 295 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower295 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 295 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower295 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space31.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight4145 lbs | Curb Weight3453 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height67.5 in |
Length194.9 in | Length182.1 in |
Width76.0 in | Width80.9 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1685 lbs | Maximum Payload1438 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,600 | $24,795 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Midsize three-row SUVs are all spacious and powerful, but only the Toyota Highlander reaches the premium threshold for passenger comfort. Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander's revised styling and technology are secondary to its silent operation, soft ride, and cosseting interior. The upper trims feel and drive just like a Lexus, without the upcharge. There is nothing exciting about a Highlander, and yet, there is no other SUV in the $40,000 to $55,000 range that feels so effortless and tranquil. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 295 hp V6 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6600 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 295 hp V6 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque | 263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6600 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 31.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs | 3453 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 67.5 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 182.1 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 80.9 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1685 lbs | 1438 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 1500 lbs |

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