2024 Lexus TX 350 vs. 2025 Subaru Forester Review

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2024 Lexus
TX 350

MSRP*: $53,700 to $61,200
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2025 Subaru
Forester

MSRP*: $29,810 to $39,995
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 27 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.0 ft3 69.1 - 74.4 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 180-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 hp 180 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 1,500 - 3,000 lbs
Exterior Length 203.1 in 182.7 - 183.3 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 72.0 - 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.6 - 40.2 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Lexus TX 350 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Subaru Forester. The Subaru Forester offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Lexus TX 350, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Subaru Forester requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus TX 350, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Lexus TX 350 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Forester, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus TX 350 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 Lexus TX 350, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Forester.

Handling
The Lexus TX 350 has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus TX 350 is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus TX 350 greatly out-muscles the Subaru Forester.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus TX 350 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Forester.

Utility
The Lexus TX 350 offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Forester, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Lexus TX 350, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Forester.