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Subaru Forester vs Ford Tourneo Courier comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or Ford Tourneo Courier?

Subaru Forester vs Ford Tourneo Courier: Key differences

Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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Ford Tourneo Courier

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • somewhat 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

Forester

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Tourneo Courier is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,320 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Tourneo Courier uses 6.6 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Tourneo Courier

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 136 HP each.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Tourneo Courier delivers markedly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 108 Nm more.

Forester

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Tourneo Courier is moderately lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Courier offers somewhat more boot space – 570 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Forester carries barely more – 492 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Tourneo Courier is far ahead 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 £21,800
Tourneo Courier

Ford Tourneo Courier

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 320 km
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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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Reviews Subaru Forester

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.

Ford Tourneo Courier

The Ford Tourneo Courier is a cheeky, compact people carrier that turns urban errands into a pleasure, thanks to a spacious, cleverly packaged cabin and genuinely practical storage everywhere you look. It drives with reassuringly car-like manners, so the ride is comfy for school runs and shopping trips, and sensible touches like fold-flat seats, a high driving position and plentiful cubbies make it a smart, fuss-free choice for small families and weekend haulers.

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Subaru Forester
Ford Tourneo Courier

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Price
21,800 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
183 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,545 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,813 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
480 - 483 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
125 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
182 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
92 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Forester have?

The Subaru Forester is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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