2026 GMC
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2025 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 24 - 26 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 MPG | 28 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.5 ft3 | 69.1 - 74.4 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 180 - 182 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 1,500 - 3,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 181.0 in | 182.7 - 183.3 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.5 in | 72.0 - 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.0 in
Rear 39.7 in |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.2 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Terrain than in the Subaru Forester.
The GMC Terrain offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Subaru Forester, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
With the Subaru Forester, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the GMC Terrain, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
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). When looking only at MSRP, the GMC Terrain will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Forester.
Dimensions
Since the GMC Terrain is much wider than the Subaru Forester, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the GMC Terrain takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Forester.
Handling
The GMC Terrain has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the GMC Terrain and the Subaru Forester.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain and the Subaru Forester.
The GMC Terrain has less cargo space than the Subaru Forester, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.