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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
34700 - 42200 £
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Price
36000 - 45300 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
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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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
183 g/km
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co2
136 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
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Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
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Trunk capacity
508 L
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Trunk capacity
834 L
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Length
4670 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1830 mm
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Width
1829 mm
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Height
1730 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
446 - 492 kg
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Payload
590 - 601 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
122 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
188 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
182 Nm
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Torque
250 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
90 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Subaru
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Brand
VW
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The Subaru Forester is available as All-Wheel Drive.