Comparison - Subaru Forester Limited 2018 - vs - Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road 2021

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Subaru Forester Limited 2018

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Other Names:

Also called:

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Also called:

Vanguard

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

29,395

Updated:

18 Feb 2018

35,780

Updated:

27 Oct 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

15.90gals

14.50gals

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:

Lunar Rock/Ice Edge Roof

#7D8C83

Midnight Black Metallic

#2D2D2D

Super White

#F7F7F7

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#38393B

Midnight Black Metallic/Ice Edge Roof

#2D2D2D

Ruby Flare Pearl

#81061B

Magnetic Gray Metallic/Ice Edge Roof

#38393B

Lunar Rock

#7D8C83

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

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 is the meat-and-potatoes crossover for many buyers; the RAV4 Prime supplies the all-electric range.

Pros
Performance plug-in hybrid
Great exterior looks
Wide customization possibilities
Standard active safety features
Good all-wheel-drive systems

Cons
Interior is compromised
Prime priced prime near $40,000
Buzzy base inline-4
Small-ish rear seat

By:

thecarconnection.com

Toyota has made only one change to the RAV4 for the 2021 model year: Blizzard Pearl replaces Super White on the color palette. A plug-in hybrid RAV4 Prime joins the lineup, and the hybrid model gets a new XLE Premium trim; we review the two hybrid models separately.

Pros
Truckish good looks,
car-like road manners,
driver-assistance features are standard.

Cons
Spartan entry-level model,
engine moans and groans,
top trims can be pricey.

By:

caranddriver.com

No significant changes for 2021.

Pros
Quiet interior and comfortable ride quality
Abundant cargo and passenger space
Easy-to-use controls

Cons
Lackluster power from powertrain
Uncomfortable front passenger seat
Vague steering

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

26.00mpg

25.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

32.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Flat

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.50L

Torque:

174ft-lbs

at 4 100rpm

184ft-lbs

at 5 000rpm

Horsepower:

170hp

at 5 800rpm

203hp

at 6 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

37.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

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

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

181.50in

Width:

70.70in

73.40in

Height:

68.20in

68.60in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

8.60in

Wheel Base:

103.90in

105.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.00

37.70

Rear Head Room:

37.50

39.50

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

41.00in

Rear leg room:

38.00in

37.80in

Front Hip Room:

53.90in

54.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.00in

57.80in

Rear Hip Room:

53.00in

47.70in

Rear Shoulder room:

56.50in

56.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

68.50cu.ft

69.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1500lbs

3500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

31.50cu.ft

37.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

23.00degrees

19.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

25.00degrees

21.00degrees

Curb Weight:

3455.00lbs

3655.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated mirrors

2 one-touch power windows

Hands-Free Entry

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

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

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Leatherette

4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Rear Seats Features:

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

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

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

6 total speakers

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

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

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

Solid Rear 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

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

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

TRD Off-Road Grade Technology Package

Protection Package

Weather Package

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

Alloy Wheel Locks

Special Color

Door Edge Guards

Mudguards

Blackout Emblem Overlay

Two-Tone

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Exhaust Tip - Black Chrome

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Paint Protection Film

Towing Wire Harness

Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)

Trailer Ball

Tow Hitch Receiver

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

Universal Tablet Holder

Premium Audio W/Dynamic Navigation And JBL W/Clari-Fi

Spider Cargo Net

Frameless Homelink Mirror

Door Sill Protectors

Cargo Tote

Carpet Floor Mats

Cargo Liner

Coin Holder/Ashtray Cup

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, cloth

#343436

Gray, cloth

#A9A6A3

Color:

Black, leatherette

#191919

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Comparison - Subaru Forester Limited 2018 - vs - Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road 2021

General

Also called:

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Also called:

Vanguard

Expert Reviews

Fuel

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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