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Vauxhall Mokka vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Mokka or Subaru Forester?

Vauxhall Mokka vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Vauxhall Mokka

4.3 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly 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

Mokka

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.

Vauxhall Mokka is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,086 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Mokka uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Forester

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Mokka offers substantially more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Mokka is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Mokka delivers substantially more torque with 345 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 163 Nm more.

Mokka

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Mokka is markedly lighter – 1,294 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 399 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers visibly more boot space – 508 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Forester carries moderately more – 492 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Mokka is clearly superior overall 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 £23,000
Mokka

Vauxhall Mokka

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 336 - 403 km
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Vauxhall Mokka

The Opel Mokka is a compact crossover that blends bold, modern styling with a practical, city-friendly footprint. It delivers a comfortable ride and a well-appointed interior with straightforward tech, making it a smart choice for urban drivers who want a stylish yet sensible small SUV.

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Reviews Vauxhall Mokka

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yannick
18 Apr 2026, 11:17:27

I've been an Opel owner for 34 years and am very satisfied with the brand — my choice will be an easy one.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,000 - 40,500 £
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 129 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
1,294 - 1,672 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,787 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
388 - 400 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 281 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 207 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Mokka?

The Vauxhall Mokka is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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