Subaru Forester vs Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Overview | |
Years produced1998-Present | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$29,810 | MSRP$41,535 |
Average price$20,631 | Average price$51,934 |
Listings1238 | Listings1224 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the three-row version of Jeep's popular midsize SUV. It continues into 2023 with higher prices and new competitors, namely the Land Rover Defender 130 and Toyota Grand Highlander. The style and 4x4 hardware are classic Jeep, but the Grand Cherokee L is built for comfort over raw capability. We tested the top trim, a Summit Reserve, which is priced at roughly $85,000 in Canada and worth it—most of the time. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.6 cu ft | Cargo Space17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3510 lbs | Curb Weight4524 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height71.5 in |
Length183.3 in | Length204.9 in |
Width81.2 in | Width84.6 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1370 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1998-Present | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $29,810 | $41,535 |
Average price | $20,631 | $51,934 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 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. | The Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the three-row version of Jeep's popular midsize SUV. It continues into 2023 with higher prices and new competitors, namely the Land Rover Defender 130 and Toyota Grand Highlander. The style and 4x4 hardware are classic Jeep, but the Grand Cherokee L is built for comfort over raw capability. We tested the top trim, a Summit Reserve, which is priced at roughly $85,000 in Canada and worth it—most of the time. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive Train | AWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 26 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.6 cu ft | 17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3510 lbs | 4524 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 71.5 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 204.9 in |
Width | 81.2 in | 84.6 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1370 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3000 lbs | 6200 lbs |
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