Comparison - Subaru Forester Limited 2018 - vs - Ford Explorer Limited 2015

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Subaru Forester Limited 2018

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

29,395

Updated:

18 Feb 2018

34,429

Updated:

30 Nov 2016

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Four Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2015

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

15.90gals

18.60gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Crystal Black Silica

#3D393A

Crystal White Pearl

#E7E7E7

Dark Gray Metallic

#333333

Ice Silver Metallic

#686672

Jasmine Green Metallic

#777581

Quartz Blue Pearl

#365890

Venetian Red Pearl

#882A3A

Color:

Deep Impact Blue Metallic

#021A98

Ingot Silver Metallic

#AEB2B5

Oxford White Clearcoat

#FFFFFF

Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#8E1C26

Tuxedo Black Metallic

#191919

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 Subaru Forester ranked #5 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Subaru Forester has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent cargo capacity
Spacious rear seats
Good mpg ratings, even with standard all-wheel drive
Many available safety features

Cons
Interior design and build quality trail some rivals'
Fewer tech features than rivals

By:

usnews.com

The 2018 Subaru Forester continues to offer top safety scores, remarkable space inside, and all-round versatility; it’s still one of the best small SUVs, and a good value for money.

Pros
Fun to drive, good ride
Excellent safety ratings and systems
Good outward visibility
Standard all-wheel drive
Peppy Turbo option, CVT among the best

Cons
Front seats small for some
Priciest trims still not that premium
No manual gearbox for turbo engine
Paddle shifters only on turbo

By:

thecarconnection.com

For 2018, the Subaru Forester offers a new Black Edition trim package that adds black-finished wheels, body trim and grille. The interior also receives black cloth upholstery and black gloss dashboard trim. Limited trim levels also get a new cargo area cover, while Touring trims now include Subaru's EyeSight safety package as standard along with automatic high beams and reverse automatic braking.

PROS
All-wheel drive comes standard and doesn't sink fuel economy
High ground clearance offers better than average off-road ability
Airy interior with plenty of room for adults both front and rear
Optional turbocharged engine makes Forester very quick

CONS
Modest tow rating limits overall utility
Cabin design and materials are just average
Handling isn't as sporty as some rivals
CVT feels less responsive and refined than a traditional automatic

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Flexible

Fuel Economy City USA:

26.00mpg

17.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

32.00mpg

23.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Flexible-fuel vehicle (FFV)

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Flat

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.50L

3.50L

Torque:

174ft-lbs

at 4 100rpm

255ft-lbs

at 4 000rpm

Horsepower:

170hp

at 5 800rpm

290hp

at 6 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

38.90Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

181.50in

197.10in

Width:

70.70in

78.90in

Height:

68.20in

70.40in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

7.60in

Front Track:

67.00in

Rear Track:

67.00in

Wheel Base:

103.90in

112.60in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.00

41.40

Rear Head Room:

37.50

40.50

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

43.10in

Rear leg room:

38.00in

39.80in

Front Hip Room:

53.90in

57.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.00in

61.30in

Rear Hip Room:

53.00in

56.70in

Rear Shoulder room:

56.50in

61.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

68.50cu.ft

80.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1500lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

31.50cu.ft

21.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

23.00degrees

20.30degrees

Angle of Departure:

25.00degrees

21.30degrees

Curb Weight:

3455.00lbs

4697.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated mirrors

2 one-touch power windows

Digital keypad power door locks

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

6 -way power passenger seat

Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Leather

Height adjustable driver seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Rear Seats Features:

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Manual folding split-bench third row seats

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather Steering Wheel

Interior Air Filtration

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirro

Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn signal in mirrors

Three zone climate control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

6 total speakers

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

Memory card slot

USB connection

6 Months of provided satellite radio service

Surround audio surround audio (discrete)

1 subwoofer(s)

390 watts stereo output

Sony premium brand stereo system

Sony premium brand speakers

Mast antenna

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Ventilated front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Security System Shock Sensor

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Post-collision safety system

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Blind-Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

4-Wheel ABS

2 Front Headrests

3 Rear Headrests

Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning w/Brake Support

Post-collision safety system

Airbag Deployment Notification*

Rear height adjustable headrests

BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Package

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags

Options

Packages:

Standard Model - 2.5i Limited

Popular Package #2

EyeSight, Navigation System, Audio W/Harmon Kardon Amplifier And Speakers

Navigation System, Audio W/Harmon Kardon Amplifier And Speakers

Equipment Group 302A

Equipment Group 300A

Equipment Group 301A

Exterior Options:

Wheel Lock Kit (Alloy Wheels)

Body Side Molding Kit Ice Silver Metallic

Wheel Arch Moldings

Body Side Molding Kit Dark Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guard Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guard Ice Silver Metallic

Door Edge Guard Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guard Jasmine Green

Splash Guards

Rear Bumper Cover

Door Edge Guard Quartz Blue Pearl

Door Edge Guard Venetian Red Pearl

Front Bumper Underguard

Cross Bar Set - Aero

Sport Grille

Trailer Hitch And Harness

Body Side Molding Kit Jasmine Green

Door Edge Guard Dark Gray Metallic

Rear Bumper Underguard

Body Side Molding Kit Venetian Red

Body Side Molding Kit Crystal Black Silica

Body Side Molding Kit Quartz Blue Pearl

Body Side Molding Kit Crystal White Pearl

Wheel Lock Kit

Power Liftgate

License Plate Bracket

Dual Panel Moonroof

Rear Bumper Protector

20-inch Polished Aluminum Wheels w/P255/50R20 A/S BSW Tires

Roof Rack Crossbars

Splash Guards

Interior Options:

Compartment Separator

Cargo Net Rear Seat Back

Sunshade

Cargo Net Side

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass

Cargo Net Rear

Tweeter Kit

Rear Seat Back Protector

All-Weather Floor Mats

STI Leather Shift Knob CVT

Footwell Illumination Kit - red

Kicker Audio Upgrade Package

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass and Homelink

Speaker Kit

Side Still Plate-Front

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Homelink & Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection

Smokers Kit w/Element

2nd Row Captain's Chairs

Rear Cargo Well Protector

DVD Headrest

Rear Retractable Cargo Shade

2nd Row Console

Voice Activated Navigation System

All-Weather Floor Mats

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, cloth

#343436

Gray, cloth

#A9A6A3

Color:

Medium Light Stone, cloth

#7C7B78

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Expert Reviews

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Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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