Subaru Forester alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Subaru Forester, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Subaru Forester and are good next research steps.

from £40,000

Subaru Outback

Price 40,000 - 44,400 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 169 HP
Consumption L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 10.2 s
Model Year 2024
Torque 252 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Outback
Model Outback 2.5i
CO2 Efficiency Class G
Trim Level Trend Lineartronic, Active Lineartronic, Exclusive Cross Lineartronic, Platinum Lineartronic
Power kW 124 kW
co2 193 g/km
Engine capacity 2,498 cm3
Curb weight 1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity 561 L
Width 1,875 mm
Brand Subaru
Payload 524 - 557 kg

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moderately more power
a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
very slightly lighter
only slightly more trunk space

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from £20,600

Dacia Bigster

Price 20,600 - 28,100 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 158 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.7 - 10.5 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model Bigster
Model Bigster mild hybrid 140, Bigster hybrid 155, Bigster mild hybrid-G 140, Bigster hybrid-G 150
CO2 Efficiency Class D, C
Trim Level Essential, Expression, Journey, Extreme, Essential (Autogasbetrieb), Essential (Benzinbetrieb), Expression (Autogasbetrieb), Expression (Benzinbetrieb), Journey (Autogasbetrieb), Journey (Benzinbetrieb), Extreme (Autogasbetrieb), Extreme (Benzinbetrieb), Expression 4x4 EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Expression 4x4 EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Journey 4x4 EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Journey 4x4 EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Extreme 4x4 EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Extreme 4x4 EDC (Benzinbetrieb)
Power kW 103 - 116 kW
co2 106 - 134 g/km
Engine capacity 1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Curb weight 1,425 - 1,611 kg
Trunk capacity 444 - 667 L
Width 1,813 mm
Brand Dacia
Payload 434 - 465 kg

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Dacia Bigster as a suitable alternative to Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a well-established compact SUV known for its dependable all‑wheel drive, comfortable ride and strong safety features. The Dacia Bigster is a roomier, budget-focused newcomer that prioritizes practicality and value over premium refinement — choose the Forester for capability and refinement, or the Bigster for space and low running costs.

The Dacia Bigster is a straightforward, value-driven SUV that emphasizes space, practicality and low running costs rather than flashy tech. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a roomy, well-built family car with rugged styling and easy-to-use features at an affordable price.

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clearly cheaper
moderately more power
considerably more efficient
noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
a bit lighter
visibly more trunk space

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from £16,300

Dacia Duster

Price 16,300 - 24,900 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 115 - 158 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.4 - 11.7 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 190 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model Duster
Model Duster mild hybrid 140, Duster hybrid 155, Duster Eco-G 120, Duster hybrid-G 150
CO2 Efficiency Class D, C
Trim Level Expression, Journey, Extreme, Essential (Autogasbetrieb), Essential (Benzinbetrieb), Expression (Autogasbetrieb), Expression (Benzinbetrieb), Journey (Autogasbetrieb), Journey (Benzinbetrieb), Extreme (Autogasbetrieb), Extreme (Benzinbetrieb), Expression 4x4 EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Expression 4x4 EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Journey 4x4 EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Journey 4x4 EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Extreme 4x4 EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Extreme 4x4 EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Expression EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Expression EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Journey EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Journey EDC (Benzinbetrieb), Extreme EDC (Autogasbetrieb), Extreme EDC (Benzinbetrieb)
Power kW 84 - 116 kW
co2 107 - 140 g/km
Engine capacity 1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Curb weight 1,377 - 1,559 kg
Trunk capacity 348 - 517 L
Width 1,813 mm
Brand Dacia
Payload 402 - 453 kg

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clearly cheaper
somewhat more power
substantially more efficient
noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
noticeably lighter
barely more trunk space

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from £46,400

Audi Q5

Price 46,400 - 79,600 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 204 - 367 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
Electric Range 92 - 100 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.5 - 8.6 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 340 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model Q5
Model Q5 2.0 TFSI e-hybrid, Q5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI e-hybrid, Q5 2.0 TFSI MHEV plus, Q5 2.0 TDI MHEV plus, Q5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI MHEV plus, Q5 Sportback 2.0 TDI MHEV plus, SQ5 3.0 V6 TFSI MHEV plus, SQ5 Sportback 3.0 V6 TFSI MHEV plus, Q5 3.0 TDI MHEV plus, Q5 Sportback 3.0 TDI MHEV plus
CO2 Efficiency Class B, E, F, G
Trim Level quattro S tronic, edition one mythosschwarz quattro S tronic, edition one magnesiumgrau quattro S tronic, S tronic, edition one mythosschwarz S tronic, edition one magnesiumgrau S tronic
Power kW 150 - 270 kW
co2 56 - 189 g/km
Engine capacity 1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Curb weight 1,910 - 2,245 kg
Trunk capacity 433 - 520 L
Width 1,900 mm
Brand Audi
Payload 490 - 565 kg
Variant Sportback

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significantly more power
considerably more efficient
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
barely more trunk space

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from £37,900

Skoda Kodiaq

Price 37,900 - 50,600 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 265 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Electric Range 119 - 122 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.3 - 9.7 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Kodiaq
Model Kodiaq 2.0 TSI, Kodiaq RS, Kodiaq 1.5 TSI mHEV, Kodiaq 2.0 TDI, Kodiaq 1.5 TSI iV PHEV
CO2 Efficiency Class F, G, E, B
Trim Level Selection 4x4 DSG, Sportline 4x4 DSG, 4x4 DSG, Selection DSG, Sportline DSG
Power kW 110 - 195 kW
co2 35 - 186 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity 745 - 910 L
Width 1,864 mm
Brand Skoda
Payload 460 - 563 kg
Variant RS

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clearly more power
considerably more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly lighter
substantially more trunk space

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from £23,600

Suzuki Vitara

Price 23,600 - 36,800 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 110 - 184 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range 344 - 426 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 9.6 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Vitara
Model 1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid, e Vitara eAxle (49 kWh), e Vitara eAxle (61 kWh)
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, A
Trim Level Comfort AT, Comfort ALLGRIP AT, Comfort+ AT, Comfort+ ALLGRIP AT, Club, Comfort, Comfort ALLGRIP-e, Comfort+, Comfort+ ALLGRIP-e, Comfort ALLGRIP, Comfort+ ALLGRIP
Power kW 81 - 135 kW
co2 0 - 137 g/km
Engine capacity 1,373 cm3
Curb weight 1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity 310 - 375 L
Width 1,775 - 1,800 mm
Brand Suzuki
Payload 395 - 425 kg

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Suzuki Vitara as a suitable alternative to Subaru Forester

In a head-to-head comparison between the Subaru Forester and Suzuki Vitara, both vehicles present compelling features for the modern driver. The Forester, known for its robust all-wheel-drive system and spacious interior, appeals to those seeking adventure and versatility. Meanwhile, the Vitara shines in urban environments with its compact design and efficient fuel economy, providing a nimble yet comfortable ride.

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

Quick data check: Suzuki Vitara

substantially cheaper
noticeably more power
clearly more efficient
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
markedly lighter

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