Subaru Forester vs Acura MDX
Overview | |
Years produced2001-2020 | Years produced1998-Present |
MSRP$51,200 | MSRP$29,810 |
Average price$32,618 | Average price$20,631 |
Listings782 | Listings1238 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews Summary | |
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 | |
Engine | Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
MPG City | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.3 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4268 lbs | Curb Weight3510 lbs |
Height67.9 in | Height68.1 in |
Length198.4 in | Length183.3 in |
Width78.7 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1173 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-2020 | 1998-Present |
MSRP | $51,200 | $29,810 |
Average price | $32,618 | $20,631 |
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 | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
MPG City | 26 | |
MPG Highway | 33 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | |
MPG Highway | 33 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.3 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4268 lbs | 3510 lbs |
Height | 67.9 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1173 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 3000 lbs |
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