Subaru Forester vs Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

2025 Subaru Forester
2025 Subaru Forester
$29,695MSRP
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2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
$23,695MSRP
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2025 Subaru Forester
$29,695MSRP
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2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
$23,695MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1998-Present

Years produced

2011-Present

MSRP

$29,695

MSRP

$23,695

Average price

$20,404

Average price

$15,429

Listings

9343

Listings

4075
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros
  • Impressive noise reduction compared to its predecessor
  • Standard all-wheel drive
  • Confident handling in adverse conditions
Cons
  • Generic styling
  • Dated infotainment graphics
  • No hybrid options available

Reviews 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

Engine

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

MPG City

26

MPG City

MPG Highway

33

MPG Highway

2025 Subaru Forester
2025 Subaru Forester
$29,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
$23,695MSRP
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2025 Subaru Forester
$29,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
$23,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
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Overview
Years produced
1998-Present
2011-Present
MSRP
$29,695
$23,695
Average price
$20,404
$15,429
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.4
4.3
Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Impressive noise reduction compared to its predecessor
  • Standard all-wheel drive
  • Confident handling in adverse conditions
Cons
  • Generic styling
  • Dated infotainment graphics
  • No hybrid options available
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
Drive Train
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
MPG City
26
MPG Highway
33
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