2024 BMW X3 vs 2025 Subaru Forester
Overview | |
MSRP$46,900 | MSRP$29,995 |
Listings193 | Listings99 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2024 BMW X3 Reviews Summary | |
2025 Subaru Forester Reviews SummaryThe Forester is one of Subaru's top sellers and one of the more popular compact crossovers in its segment as well, so it's hard to blame the automaker for not wanting to mess with a working formula. They seem to have focused more on refining an already popular car than creating a new car. In fact, the most obvious updates are to the vehicle's looks, which many would argue are inconsequential—but that's not a criticism. Verdict: The 2025 Subaru Forester improves on the outgoing version with a better-equipped base model, more advanced tech and safety offerings, and a blessedly quieter cabin. If it's not the most beautiful crossover we've ever seen, well, at least that's authentic to the Forester brand. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City23 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space28.7 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4079 lbs | Curb Weight3510 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height68.1 in |
Length185.9 in | Length183.3 in |
Width84.2 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload904 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4400 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $46,900 | $29,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Forester is one of Subaru's top sellers and one of the more popular compact crossovers in its segment as well, so it's hard to blame the automaker for not wanting to mess with a working formula. They seem to have focused more on refining an already popular car than creating a new car. In fact, the most obvious updates are to the vehicle's looks, which many would argue are inconsequential—but that's not a criticism. Verdict: The 2025 Subaru Forester improves on the outgoing version with a better-equipped base model, more advanced tech and safety offerings, and a blessedly quieter cabin. If it's not the most beautiful crossover we've ever seen, well, at least that's authentic to the Forester brand. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
MPG City | 23 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 28.7 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4079 lbs | 3510 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 185.9 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 84.2 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 904 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4400 lbs | 3000 lbs |
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