Happy #MatchupMonday!
It's that time again, where the dedicated team at Crews Subaru of Charleston lays out the facts about one of our favorite new models to help drivers like you decide which SUV or car is going to be right for their unique lifestyle. And if you're considering a compact SUV from Honda, Toyota, or Nissan, you really need to take a look at the new 2017 Subaru Forester.
Begin the match!
2017 Subaru Forester vs Honda CR-V
- Forester offers more available horsepower than the CR-V with an optional 250-HP turbocharged engine
- Adding all-wheel drive to the CR-V costs over $1,000--but the Forester offers it standard
- Compare model to model in the lineup, and you'll more standard features on the Forester
2017 Subaru Forester vs Toyota RAV4
- The Forester is a more affordable purchase, hands down
- Travel rough roads on occasion? Ground clearance for the Forester measures 8.7 inches--the RAV4 measures just 6.3 inches
- The RAV4 charges in the ballpark of $1,400 to upgrade to all-wheel drive on their models. Forester gives it to for free
2017 Subaru Forester vs Nissan Rogue
- Love high-performance power? The Forester offers an available 2.0-liter turbocharged engine--the Rogue doesn't
- The Rogue's third-row seating seems convenient, but it gobbles up available cargo space, unlike the spacious and versatile Forester
- With standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and tons of standard options, the affordable Forester is a better value than the comparable Rogue
Not sure if the Forester is right for you? You can click through to each individual comparison page to learn more about specific details, or you can visit our Subaru research center to explore multiple models against top competition from Honda, Toyota, Nissan, and more.
As always, if you have questions, don't hesitate to ask!
