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Hyundai Tucson vs Subaru Forester - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 34700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Subaru Forester?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Tucson has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Subaru Forester costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 13808 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 5.40 L per 100 km.

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 Hyundai Tucson has a convincingly edge – offering 288 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 152 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs barely noticeable better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Subaru Forester tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls clearly stronger with 379 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 197 Nm difference.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is slight lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1693 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 112 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs barely noticeable better – up to 1799 L, which is about 68 L more than the Subaru Forester.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai Tucson shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £20,900
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km
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Hyundai Tucson
Subaru Forester

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Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
34700 - 42200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4670 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1730 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
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What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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