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.

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Alternative models

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

from £43,700

Mazda CX-60

Price 43,700 - 57,900 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 200 - 327 HP
Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Electric Range 63 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.8 - 8.4 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model CX-60
Modell CX-60 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV, CX-60 3.3 e-Skyactiv D 200, CX-60 3.3 e-Skyactiv D 254
CO2 Efficiency Class B, D, E
Trim Level Prime-Line AWD Automatik, Exclusive-Line AWD Automatik, Prime-Line Automatik, Exclusive-Line Automatik, Homura AWD Automatik, Takumi AWD Automatik, Homura Plus AWD Automatik, Takumi Plus AWD Automatik, Homura Automatik, Takumi Automatik
Power kW 147 - 241 kW
co2 85 - 137 g/km
Engine capacity 2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Curb weight 1,890 - 2,055 kg
Trunk capacity 570 L
Width 1,890 mm
Brand Mazda
Payload 581 - 612 kg

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Quick data check: Mazda CX-60

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

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from £46,000

Lexus NX

Price 46,000 - 63,400 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 200 - 292 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Electric Range 72 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.4 - 8.8 s
Model Year 2025
Number of Cylinders 4
Model NX
Modell NX 350h, NX 450h+
CO2 Efficiency Class D, B
Trim Level Automatik, E-FOUR Automatik, Business Automatik, Executive Automatik, Executive E-FOUR Automatik, Luxury Automatik, Luxury E-FOUR Automatik, F SPORT E-FOUR Automatik, Business E-FOUR Automatik
Power kW 147 - 215 kW
co2 65 - 134 g/km
Engine capacity 2,487 cm3
Curb weight 1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity 545 L
Width 1,865 mm
Brand Lexus
Payload 475 - 515 kg

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Quick data check: Lexus NX

visibly cheaper
very slightly lighter
significantly more power
significantly more efficient
considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
barely more trunk space

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from £34,200

Nissan X-Trail

Price 34,200 - 50,500 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 163 - 213 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Seats 5 - 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7 - 9.6 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3
Model X-Trail
Modell X-Trail 1.5 VC-T Mild-Hybrid, X-Trail 1.5 VC-T e-Power
CO2 Efficiency Class F, D, E
Trim Level Acenta Xtronic (5-Sitzer), Acenta Xtronic (7-Sitzer), N-Connecta Xtronic (5-Sitzer), N-Connecta Xtronic (7-Sitzer), Tekna Xtronic (5-Sitzer), Tekna Xtronic (7-Sitzer), Tekna+ Xtronic (5-Sitzer), Tekna+ Xtronic (7-Sitzer), Acenta, N-Connecta, N-Trek, Tekna, Tekna+, Acenta e-4ORCE (5-Sitzer), Acenta e-4ORCE (7-Sitzer), N-Connecta e-4ORCE (5-Sitzer), N-Connecta e-4ORCE (7-Sitzer), N-Trek e-4ORCE (5-Sitzer), N-Trek e-4ORCE (7-Sitzer), Tekna e-4ORCE (5-Sitzer), Tekna e-4ORCE (7-Sitzer), Tekna+ e-4ORCE (5-Sitzer), Tekna+ e-4ORCE (7-Sitzer)
Power kW 120 - 157 kW
co2 131 - 161 g/km
Engine capacity 1,497 cm3
Curb weight 1,668 - 1,961 kg
Trunk capacity 177 - 585 L
Width 1,840 mm
Brand Nissan
Payload 432 - 574 kg

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Nissan X-Trail as a suitable alternative to Subaru Forester

In the battle of compact SUVs, the Nissan X-Trail and Subaru Forester offer compelling choices for adventure enthusiasts and family travelers alike. The Nissan X-Trail boasts a suave design and innovative safety technologies, making it a favorite for style-conscious drivers. On the other hand, the Subaru Forester shines with its legendary all-wheel-drive capability and excellent ground clearance, catering to those who crave robust off-road performance.

The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

Quick data check: Nissan X-Trail

marginally cheaper
clearly more power
clearly more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly lighter
somewhat 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 Manuel, 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
Modell 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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Quick data check: Dacia Duster

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 £23,600

Suzuki Vitara

Price 23,600 - 36,800 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission Automatic, Manuel
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
Modell 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

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

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from £29,100

Toyota C-HR

Price 29,100 - 42,800 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 223 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Electric Range 66 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 9.9 s
Model Year 2026
Number of Cylinders 4
Model C-HR
Modell C-HR 1.8 Hybrid, C-HR 2.0 Hybrid, C-HR 2.0 Plug-In Hybrid
CO2 Efficiency Class C, D, B
Trim Level Active, Teamplayer, Lounge, GR SPORT AWD-i, GR SPORT Edition AWD-i, GR SPORT, GR SPORT Edition
Power kW 103 - 164 kW
co2 52 - 116 g/km
Engine capacity 1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Curb weight 1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity 350 - 447 L
Width 1,832 mm
Brand Toyota
Payload 375 - 425 kg

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Quick data check: Toyota C-HR

somewhat more trunk space
visibly cheaper
markedly more power
substantially more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
a bit lighter

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