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SsangYong Musso vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (28,700 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Musso or Subaru Forester?

SsangYong Musso vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

SsangYong Musso

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably 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

Forester

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Musso is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,700 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Subaru Forester uses 8.1 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the SsangYong Musso with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 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 SsangYong Musso offers markedly more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Musso delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 218 Nm more.

Forester

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 terms of curb weight, Subaru Forester is noticeably lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 2,045 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Musso carries significantly more – 1,010 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 518 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Musso 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.

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SsangYong Musso

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 202 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.4 - 9.3 L/100km
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SsangYong Musso

The Musso is a no-nonsense pickup that blends rugged capability with surprisingly comfy cabin manners, perfect for buyers who want practicality over prestige. It may not turn heads at the coffee stop, but its sensible layout, useful load space and low running costs make it a very pragmatic choice for workdays and weekends.

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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,700 - 42,700 £
Price
34,700 - 42,200 £
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
221 - 245 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,045 - 2,260 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
5,095 - 5,405 mm
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,840 - 1,855 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
785 - 1,010 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
183 - 187 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
149 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the SsangYong Musso?

The SsangYong Musso is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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