2025 Subaru
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 - 33 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 69.1 - 74.4 ft3 | 58.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 180 - 182 hp | 201 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 3,000 lbs | 1,500 - 1,800 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 182.7 - 183.3 in | 184.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.0 - 72.2 in | 73.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Subaru Forester, due to its greater head- and legroom.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Convenience
The Subaru Forester requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Subaru Forester is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Dimensions
The Subaru Forester is a little narrower than the Volkswagen Tiguan, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
When looking at overall length, the Subaru Forester takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Subaru Forester has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Tiguan is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads.
The Subaru Forester has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Subaru Forester doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Forester and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Subaru Forester has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Tiguan.