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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Subaru Forester?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • very slightly lighter
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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

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Vivaro is very slightly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,933 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Forester

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Vivaro offers clearly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Vivaro is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 218 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Forester is very slightly lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries significantly more – 1,226 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 734 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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 £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 km
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The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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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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Marie-Sophie
6 Jul 2026, 15:22:11

Unfortunately Citroën isn't sold here in the Americas, otherwise I would have chosen the C5.X!

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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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Vauxhall Vivaro
Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Subaru
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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