Subaru Forester vs Crosstrek

Subaru Forester Sport

Choosing an SUV to add to your family is a fun and exciting endeavor. At World Subaru, we’ve found some great models that we think are worth checking out, which is why we’ve written up a thorough comparison between the Subaru Forester vs. Crosstrek. We hope our friends and neighbors in Tinton Falls, Middletown Township, and Long Branch, NJ, find this comparison helpful in making their next buying decisions.

Subaru Forester vs Crosstrek: Power & Performance

When looking at power differences between these models, it is important to take into consideration what activities you perform that require the most power. You may need a high-powered engine to get done your more intense adventures, while a smaller engine might be a better option for those ones closer to home. Let’s see how they stack up against each other.

The Forester comes equipped with a 2.5L DOHC SUBARU BOXER engine. It generates power outputs of 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. It also features Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE), Auto Start/Stop System, and a Lineartronic CVT (Continually Variable Transmission) with Adaptive Control.

The Crosstrek comes equipped with a 2.0L DOHC SUBARU BOXER engine. This generates power outputs of 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. It’s paired up with a 6-speed manual transmission and the Lineartronic CVT with Adaptive Control.

Subaru Forester vs Crosstrek: Interior Space

2022 Subaru Crosstrek InteriorAnother consideration is space. How much do you need or want? When looking at the Forester and the Crosstrek, you’ll see that they complement each other with their differing uses. Space is important because you’ll want yourself and passengers to be seated comfortably during your drives and adventures. Presented below are their dimensions:

Forester

  • Headroom: 41.2 inches/39.6 inches
  • Legroom: 43.3 inches/39.4 inches
  • Shoulder Room: 58.1 inches/57.2 inches

Crosstrek

  • Headroom: 39.8 inches/38.0 inches
  • Legroom: 43.1 inches/36.5 inches
  • Shoulder Room: 56.7 inches/55.6 inches

The Forester is slightly bigger than the Crosstrek, though both offer a generous amount of space and comfort to their respective passengers. Stretching out your legs will be easy in either model, whether you are seated in the front or rear.

Subaru Forester vs Crosstrek: Cargo Volume

Bringing along your necessities and amenities is important for all the adventures ahead. The Crosstrek comes with a cargo volume of 20.8 cubic feet with a maximum of 55.3 cubic feet. On the other hand, the Forester has a cargo volume of 28.9 cubic feet with a maximum of 74.2 cubic feet. This means that the Forester will allow you to bring all your tools and necessities. The Crosstrek also allows you to bring along your stuff, just on a more limited basis.

Subaru Forester vs Crosstrek: The Verdict

Now that our friends and neighbors in Tinton Falls, Middletown Township, and Long Branch, New Jersey, have read our Forester vs. Crosstrek comparison, we think they’ll agree that both vehicles would make great additions to their family. Now is a great time to contact us to schedule a test drive of your own at World Subaru!