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Subaru Forester vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34,700 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or VW Caddy?

Subaru Forester vs VW Caddy: Key differences

Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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VW Caddy

  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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.

VW Caddy is noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,946 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 7.6 L/100km.

Caddy

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 VW Caddy offers only slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Caddy is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.4 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy delivers considerably more torque with 320 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 138 Nm more.

Forester

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is marginally lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries markedly more – 710 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 218 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy stands well ahead of its rival 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 £27,800
Caddy

VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 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

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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.

VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Subaru Forester
VW Caddy

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,700 - 42,200 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
183 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Forester have?

The Subaru Forester is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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