Subaru Forester vs Subaru Legacy
Overview | |
Years produced1998-Present | Years produced1990-Present |
MSRP$29,810 | MSRP$22,895 |
Average price$20,561 | Average price$16,548 |
Listings1285 | Listings183 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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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 Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque | Torque178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.6 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3510 lbs | Curb Weight3499 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height59.1 in |
Length183.3 in | Length190.6 in |
Width81.2 in | Width82.0 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase108.3 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1998-Present | 1990-Present |
MSRP | $29,810 | $22,895 |
Average price | $20,561 | $16,548 |
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 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
MPG City | 26 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.6 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3510 lbs | 3499 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 59.1 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 190.6 in |
Width | 81.2 in | 82.0 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 108.3 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3000 lbs | |
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