Compare the Subaru Outback vs Subaru Forester

Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester: Which Legendary Subaru SUV is Right for You?

Are you shopping for a versatile, well-equipped, and tremendously capable new SUV in Florence? At Joseph Subaru of Florence, we have a terrific selection of new Subaru Outback and Subaru Forester models for sale. Both vehicles are icons in their respective classes, as all models are built for adventure and accommodating the lifestyles of any driver in our area. From helping you maintain confidence in the worst weather around Cincinnati to loading up your family, friends, and gear for a weekend of fun, we have a new Subaru Forester or Outback model to fit all your needs.

Both the Subaru Outback and Forester models share many similarities, but it's the differences that make one model a better fit for some than the other. To help you identify which model is the best SUV for you, we're going to highlight some of the differences and benefits that both the Outback and Forester models can offer you.

Shared Features of both Outback and Forester

  • Standard Starlink multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
  • Standard Eyesight® Driver Assist Technology system
  • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

New Subaru Outback

Subaru Outback Performance

The new Subaru Outback lineup comes equipped with your choice of two impressive Boxer engines. The first is a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 182-horsepower and 176 pounds-feet of torque. The other is a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 260-horsepower and 277 pounds-feet of torque, resulting in a stronger and sportier performance. The Outback also achieves an estimated 33 mpg on the highway and 26 mpg in the city. The new Subaru Outback lineup features an Outback Wilderness model with many off-road enhancements that make tackling the toughest terrain easier than ever.

New Subaru Forester

Subaru Forester Performance

The new Subaru Forester models only have one engine offered in the lineup. It's the same as the standard engine on the Outback, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 182-horsepower and 176 pounds-feet of torque. The new Subaru Forester models offer the same estimated fuel economy as the Outback models do, with 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. The new Forester lineup also offers a Forester Wilderness model, providing you with many of the same features as the Outback Wilderness model, only with slightly less ground clearance and the standard 2.5-liter engine instead of the turbocharged engine that's on the Outback Wilderness.

Interior Size

The new Subaru Forester and Subaru Outback models are very similar in size, though the Forester has more space for passengers, while the Outback has more space for cargo. The new Subaru Forester models offer 111.9 cubic feet of passenger volume compared to 109 cubic feet in the Subaru Outback. You can fit more of your gear in an Outback, though, with 32.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and up to 75.6 cubic feet of maximum cargo space with the seats down. The Forester has 28.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, with up 69.1 cubic feet of maximum cargo space with the seats down.

Safety and Technology Features

Both the Subaru Forester and Outback models come an Eyesight Driver Assist Technology system, featuring pre-collision braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and more. Both vehicles also have a Starlink multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, though the touchscreen sizes differ. The Forester has a standard 6.5-inch or available 8-inch touchscreen display. The Outback has a standard 7-inch touchscreen on the base model, with a larger 11.6-inch touchscreen on all other models.

Test Drive a New Subaru Outback and Forester Model at Joseph Subaru of Florence Today

We invite you to schedule a test drive online or visit us at Joseph Subaru of Florence to experience what each vehicle has to offer you firsthand today.

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