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Renault Captur vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (21,100 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Captur or Subaru Forester?

Renault Captur vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Renault Captur

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter

Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Captur

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Captur is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,100 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,577 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Captur uses 4.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

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 Renault Captur offers somewhat more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Captur is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Captur delivers markedly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 83 Nm more.

Captur

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, Renault Captur is markedly lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers moderately more boot space – 508 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Forester carries very slightly more – 492 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Captur 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 £21,100
Captur

Renault Captur

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6 L/100km
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Renault Captur

The Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.

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Reviews Renault Captur

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Pet
4 Feb 2026, 11:01:12

The car was a very pleasant surprise. Very comfortable and enjoyable. The 1.3 TCe 158 hp engine is brilliant.

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Waldemar
1 Feb 2026, 13:55:20

A 2025 mild‑hybrid, 160 hp.
Really nice little car. Mostly doing 200 km trips. Driving isn’t tiring. I trusted the driver‑assistance systems and… I wasn’t disappointed. The adaptive cruise control is brilliant, though I’d trust it about 90%. Overtaking punch is a plus. I recommend it with a clear conscience. Ah, just those 18" wheels 🤦. Obviously fuel consumption is higher because it’s an automatic.

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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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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
21,100 - 28,400 £
Price
34,700 - 42,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4,239 mm
Length
-
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,575 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,363 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
447 - 453 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Renault Captur have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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