2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid vs 2024 Honda HR-V
Overview | |
MSRP$24,600 | MSRP$36,595 |
Listings133 | Listings4 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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2024 Honda HR-V Reviews Summary | |
2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Reviews SummarySubaru’s rugged reputation makes it a popular choice among Canadians who regularly conquer challenging conditions. The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester reinforces those advantages. This time around, a new Forester Hybrid model adds efficiency as another plus, along with more power and a few extra features. It’s due to be followed by the smaller Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid in fall 2025. Verdict: The new Forester Hybrid is a more efficient version of Subaru's rugged and evergreen compact SUV. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City26 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City26 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space24.4 cu ft | Cargo Space27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3159 lbs | Curb Weight3873 lbs |
Height63.4 in | Height68.1 in |
Length179.8 in | Length183.3 in |
Width72.4 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase104.5 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,600 | $36,595 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Subaru’s rugged reputation makes it a popular choice among Canadians who regularly conquer challenging conditions. The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester reinforces those advantages. This time around, a new Forester Hybrid model adds efficiency as another plus, along with more power and a few extra features. It’s due to be followed by the smaller Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid in fall 2025. Verdict: The new Forester Hybrid is a more efficient version of Subaru's rugged and evergreen compact SUV. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 26 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Torque | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 26 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 24.4 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3159 lbs | 3873 lbs |
Height | 63.4 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 104.5 in | 105.1 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |

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