2020 Subaru Forester vs 2021 BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$24,495 | MSRP$59,400 |
Listings192 | Listings306 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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2020 Subaru Forester Reviews Summary | |
2021 BMW X5 Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space35.4 cu ft | Cargo Space33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3449 lbs | Curb Weight4828 lbs |
Height67.5 in | Height68.7 in |
Length182.1 in | Length194.3 in |
Width80.9 in | Width87.3 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload1442 lbs | Maximum Payload974 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,495 | $59,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 35.4 cu ft | 33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3449 lbs | 4828 lbs |
Height | 67.5 in | 68.7 in |
Length | 182.1 in | 194.3 in |
Width | 80.9 in | 87.3 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1442 lbs | 974 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7209 lbs | |

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