Compare the Subaru Outback And Forester SUVs

Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester: How Do the Two Crossover SUVs Compare?

If you're shopping for the right new crossover SUV in Redwood City, CA, we have a terrific selection of new Subaru Outback and Subaru Forester models to choose from at Carlsen Subaru.

Both the Outback and Forester are ideal options for drivers in our area thanks to their legendary performance and capability, letting you travel around Stanford, CA or on the toughest terrain with the same confidence and ease. Both models are also versatile, offering plenty of space to fit your passengers and cargo comfortably. While the two models share many similarities, it's their differences that will make one model a better fit for some than the other. That's why we're going to compare the new Outback and Forester models and highlight what each does best, helping you get a better idea of which model fits your lifestyle and needs the best.

Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester

What Do the Two Models Have in Common?

Both the Subaru Outback and Forester models all come with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, providing you with the best possible traction, control, and handling, regardless of what weather you're facing in Palo Alto and any off-road terrain on your adventures. Both vehicles also have a standard Eyesight Driver Assist Technology system with helpful driving aids and a Starlink multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.

Performance

Both the Subaru Outback and Subaru Forester models come with a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 182-horsepower and 176 pounds-feet of torque. The Outback, however, also has an available 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine in many trim levels, providing you with 260-horsepower and 277 pounds-feet of torque for a sportier and more engaging driving experience around the Bay Area. The Forester is only available with the standard engine.

The Subaru Forester and Outback lineups both feature a Wilderness model, which offers many off-road enhancements that let you traverse the toughest terrain with the utmost ease. The main difference between the two Wilderness models is the Outback has the turbocharged engine and provides 9.5-inches of ground clearance, while the Forester Wilderness model has 9.2-inches of ground clearance.

Interior Space

The Subaru Outback and Forester models are similarly sized, with the Forester providing more space for passengers and the Outback offering more space for cargo. The Subaru Outback has 109 cubic feet of passenger volume, while the Subaru Forester has 111.9 cubic feet of passenger volume. The Outback has 32.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, while the Forester has 28.9 cubic feet.

Technology and Safety Features

The Subaru Outback and Subaru Forester both come with a standard Eyesight Driver Assist Technology system, featuring pre-collision braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and other helpful features. The Outback has standard LED steering responsive headlights that turn in the same direction as the wheel, letting you see around corners better as you're turning them.

The Outback and Forester models both have a standard Starlink multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, letting you sync your smartphone with a USB cord or with Bluetooth and enjoy full control of calling, apps, messaging, music, maps, and more, keeping you connected wherever you go around Atherton. The Subaru Forester displays the system on either a standard 6.5-inch or available 8-inch touchscreen display. The Subaru Outback displays it on a 7-inch touchscreen only on the Base model. All other Outback models have a larger 11.6-inch vertical touchscreen display, giving you easier access and control of your phone and features.

Come See All Our New Subaru Outback and Forester Models Today

We invite you to visit us at Carlsen Subaru to see all our new Outback and Forester models to experience what each model offers and which one is the best fit for you.