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BMW iX vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Subaru Forester?

BMW iX vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru Forester is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,437 £.

Forester

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers significantly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 523 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers considerably more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 833 Nm more.

iX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Forester is significantly lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 832 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers very slightly more boot space – 508 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries somewhat more – 575 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
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Reviews BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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Massimiliano La Vignma
5 Feb 2026, 13:42:39

Innovative, with generous interior space but at the expense of the boot. I have an M60 — strong acceleration and excellent self-charging, especially on the motorway.

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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Reviews Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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Dirk
8 Dec 2025, 17:00:06

It's indeed much more expensive, but it drives brilliantly. I have the automatic — fantastic. It's a bit noisy for such an expensive car, and servicing at a Subaru dealer isn't cheap. It's certainly not economical.

On the other hand, very little breaks and it will never leave you stranded. And that space... 500 litres more is really about a 40% increase.

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BMW iX
Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Subaru
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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