2025 Genesis
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2025 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 16 - 19 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 24 MPG | 32 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 69.1 - 74.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 300 - 375 hp | 180 - 182 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 6,000 lbs | 1,500 - 3,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 194.5 in | 182.7 - 183.3 in |
| Exterior Width | 77.8 in | 72.0 - 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.7 in |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in |
Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Genesis GV80 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Forester, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Subaru Forester offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Genesis GV80, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Genesis GV80 as you will with the Subaru Forester, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Genesis GV80 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Forester, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV80 is much wider than the Subaru Forester, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Genesis GV80, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Forester.
Handling
The Genesis GV80 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Genesis GV80 is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Genesis GV80 greatly out-muscles the Subaru Forester.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Genesis GV80 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Forester.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Genesis GV80 and the Subaru Forester.