2024 Subaru Forester vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Subaru Forester

2024 Subaru
Forester

MSRP*: $27,095 to $37,395
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

Picture of the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Corolla Cross Hybrid

MSRP*: $28,220 to $31,405
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 45 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.1 - 74.2 ft3 61.8 ft3
Engine
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 196-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 182 hp 196 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 3,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.7 in 176.1 in
Exterior Width 71.5 - 72.2 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 32.0 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 39.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Forester than in the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. The Subaru Forester will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Subaru Forester, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

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 Subaru Forester is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Subaru Forester is about the same width as the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Subaru Forester, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Handling
The Subaru Forester has the same turning radius as the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Subaru Forester will do just as well as the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Subaru Forester has a little less horsepower than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Subaru Forester transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Forester and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. The Subaru Forester has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.