Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs Subaru Forester Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2016-Present | Years produced2025-Present |
MSRP$31,225 | MSRP$36,595 |
Listings9468 | Listings7871 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a solid choice in its rather limited class, with an easily attained 40 mpg, pleasant driving characteristics, and high levels of comfort. A new infotainment system helps its standing, as does a new off-road capable Woodland Edition. | |
Reviews SummarySubaru may as well be the automotive mascot of the Pacific Northwest and the Northeast, thanks to the ability of models such as the Subaru Outback and the Ascent to conquer challenging conditions. The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester reinforces those advantages, and this time around, a new Forester Hybrid model adds efficiency as another plus, along with more power and a few extra features. It’s due to be followed by the smaller Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid in fall 2025. Verdict: A more efficient version of Subaru's rugged and evergreen compact SUV. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City41 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City41 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.6 cu ft | Cargo Space27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3690 lbs | Curb Weight3873 lbs |
Height67.0 in | Height68.1 in |
Length180.9 in | Length183.3 in |
Width73.0 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1210 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1750 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2016-Present | 2025-Present |
MSRP | $31,225 | $36,595 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a solid choice in its rather limited class, with an easily attained 40 mpg, pleasant driving characteristics, and high levels of comfort. A new infotainment system helps its standing, as does a new off-road capable Woodland Edition. | Subaru may as well be the automotive mascot of the Pacific Northwest and the Northeast, thanks to the ability of models such as the Subaru Outback and the Ascent to conquer challenging conditions. The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester reinforces those advantages, and this time around, a new Forester Hybrid model adds efficiency as another plus, along with more power and a few extra features. It’s due to be followed by the smaller Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid in fall 2025. Verdict: A more efficient version of Subaru's rugged and evergreen compact SUV. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | 1.1 kWh |
MPG City | 41 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | 1.1 kWh |
MPG City | 41 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.6 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3690 lbs | 3873 lbs |
Height | 67.0 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1210 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1750 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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