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Subaru Forester vs Land Rover Defender - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 57900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or Land Rover Defender?

Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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Land Rover Defender

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

Forester @ Subaru Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Forester has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the Land Rover Defender costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 23152 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Defender manages with 6 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

Defender @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

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 Land Rover Defender has a decisively edge – offering 635 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 499 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 8.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Defender performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Forester tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Defender pulls significantly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 568 Nm difference.

Forester @ Subaru Corporation

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.

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, Subaru Forester is distinct lighter – 1693 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 607 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers distinct more room – 786 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 278 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs to a small extent better – up to 2078 L, which is about 347 L more than the Subaru Forester.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender evident takes the win – 819 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 327 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Land Rover Defender shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £57,900
Defender @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

Land Rover Defender

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 14.4 L
  • Electric Range : 48 km
Subaru Forester
Land Rover Defender

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Subaru Forester

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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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Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.

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Subaru Forester
Land Rover Defender
Forester @ Subaru Corporation
Defender @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 42200 £
Price
57900 - 172000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
co2
183 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
89 - 91 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
4670 mm
Length
4323 - 5358 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1730 mm
Height
1967 - 1995 mm
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Max trunk capacity
1263 - 2078 L
Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
188 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 250 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Forester have?

The Subaru Forester is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.