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Subaru Forester vs VW Tayron – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or VW Tayron?

Subaru Forester

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VW Tayron

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Forester has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the VW Tayron costs 39600 £. That’s a price difference of around 4907 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 6.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Tayron has a significantly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 6.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tayron performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Subaru Forester tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tayron pulls decisively stronger with 400 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 218 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Tayron is hardly perceptible lighter – 1682 kg compared to 1693 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly more room – 885 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 377 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs slightly better – up to 2090 L, which is about 359 L more than the Subaru Forester.

When it comes to payload, VW Tayron slightly takes the win – 566 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tayron proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tayron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 km
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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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 42200 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
183 g/km
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33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
Curb weight
1682 - 1948 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4670 mm
Length
4792 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1853 - 1866 mm
Height
1730 mm
Height
1666 - 1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
188 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 240 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

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Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Subaru
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VW

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What drivetrain options does the Subaru Forester have?

The Subaru Forester is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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