Toyota RAV4 vs Subaru Forester Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$31,900 | MSRP$36,595 |
Listings2586 | Listings28 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 comes with three distinct design themes, two powertrain and drivetrain options, and five trim levels. It has a hybrid drivetrain as standard offering fuel efficiency as low as 5.5 L/100 km combined along with more standard features, a quicker operating system, and improvements across the board to bolster its bestselling position. Verdict: In the 2026 Toyota RAV4, the good gets better. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 226 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway | 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 Space37.8 cu ft | Cargo Space27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3594 lbs | Curb Weight3873 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height68.1 in |
Length181.0 in | Length183.3 in |
Width73.0 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload900 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1750 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,900 | $36,595 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 comes with three distinct design themes, two powertrain and drivetrain options, and five trim levels. It has a hybrid drivetrain as standard offering fuel efficiency as low as 5.5 L/100 km combined along with more standard features, a quicker operating system, and improvements across the board to bolster its bestselling position. Verdict: In the 2026 Toyota RAV4, the good gets better. | 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 194 hp H4 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | 1.1 kWh |
MPG City | 35 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 226 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | 1.1 kWh |
MPG City | 35 | |
MPG Highway | 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 | 37.8 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3594 lbs | 3873 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 181.0 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 900 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1750 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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