Subaru Outback vs Subaru Forester Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2000-Present | Years produced2025-Present |
MSRP$34,995 | MSRP$36,595 |
Listings957 | Listings21 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
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 | |
Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine Name2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.6 cu ft | Cargo Space27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3741 lbs | Curb Weight3873 lbs |
Height67.5 in | Height68.1 in |
Length191.7 in | Length183.3 in |
Width82.9 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase108.1 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2000-Present | 2025-Present |
MSRP | $34,995 | $36,595 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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 | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.6 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3741 lbs | 3873 lbs |
Height | 67.5 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 191.7 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 82.9 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 105.1 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2700 lbs | 1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |

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