2023 Jeep Renegade vs. 2024 Subaru Forester Review

Picture of the 2023 Jeep Renegade

2023 Jeep
Renegade

MSRP*: $27,850 to $32,970
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2024 Subaru
Forester

MSRP*: $27,095 to $37,395
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 - 29 MPG 28 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.8 ft3 69.1 - 74.2 ft3
Engine
  • 177-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 177 hp 182 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 - 3,000 lbs
Exterior Length 166.6 in 182.7 in
Exterior Width 74.2 in 71.5 - 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.1 in
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 40.5 in
Front 40.2 - 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Jeep Renegade than the Subaru Forester. The Subaru Forester offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Jeep Renegade, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
With the Subaru Forester, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Jeep Renegade, 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). Whether you pick the Jeep Renegade or the Subaru Forester, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Renegade 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 Jeep Renegade, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Forester.

Handling
The Jeep Renegade has the same turning radius as the Subaru Forester, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Renegade is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Jeep Renegade and the Subaru Forester.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Jeep Renegade transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Forester.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Renegade and the Subaru Forester. The Jeep Renegade has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Forester.