2025 Subaru Forester vs 2024 Ford Explorer
Overview | |
MSRP$29,995 | MSRP$36,860 |
Listings117 | Listings68 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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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. | |
2024 Ford Explorer Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
MPG City26 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.6 cu ft | Cargo Space18.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3510 lbs | Curb Weight4345 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height69.9 in |
Length183.3 in | Length198.8 in |
Width81.2 in | Width89.3 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1425 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,995 | $36,860 |
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 | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
MPG City | 26 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.6 cu ft | 18.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3510 lbs | 4345 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 69.9 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 198.8 in |
Width | 81.2 in | 89.3 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3000 lbs | 5300 lbs |
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