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Subaru Forester vs VW Touran - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or VW Touran?

Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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VW Touran

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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.

Subaru Forester has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £ , while the VW Touran costs 36000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1290 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Touran manages with 5.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

Touran

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 Touran has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touran is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 8.90 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Touran pulls convincingly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 178 Nm difference.

Forester

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Touran is slightly lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1693 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers clearly perceptible more room – 834 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 326 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Touran somewhat takes the win – 601 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Touran shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 £36,000
Touran

VW Touran

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.5 L
Subaru Forester
VW Touran

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Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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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 Touran

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Subaru Forester
VW Touran

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 42200 £
Price
36000 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
183 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4670 mm
Length
-
Width
1830 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1730 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
188 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

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

The Subaru Forester is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.