| 2025 Subaru Outback | vs. | 2025 Subaru Forester |
| Midsize SUV | Vehicle Class | Small SUV |
| 9 | # of Trims | 5 |
| 2 | # of Engine Options | 1 |
| 182 hp | Standard Horsepower | 180 hp |
| Standard | Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive | Standard |
| 109.0 cubic feet | Maximum Passenger Volume | 110.8 cubic feet |
A Subaru SUV offers improved control, all-weather capability, and long-lasting quality. If you know you want a Subaru SUV as your next vehicle but don’t know which model to choose, read this comparison guide from Group 1 Subaru El Paso. Below, we will highlight the key distinctions between the Subaru Forester and the Subaru Outback.
Both models come with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as standard, so you can confidently drive around Fort Bliss regardless of the weather and road conditions. Another similarity is that their base engines produce almost identical specs. If you want more oomph on the roads of Mission Valley, only the Outback has an available engine that you can upgrade to. Regardless of which SUV you choose, you will confidently embark on all of your adventures, including daily commutes and camping trips.
Discover the engine options and their respective details here:
Standard 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-Cylinder Engine
Available 2.4L Turbocharged DOHC Engine
Standard 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder Engine
Besides engine options, these models also vary in terms of their size. The Outback is a midsize SUV while the Forester is a small SUV. Still, they provide almost the same maximum passenger volume, meaning everyone will be comfortable whether you and your passengers are inside the Outback or the Forester. The size difference specifically affects the cargo compartments, with the Outback providing more cargo space overall.
See the interior dimensions of these SUVs below:
Swing by our El Paso dealership, and take a closer look at these 2 models! If you’d like to explore the rest of the Subaru lineup, our sales associates are more than happy to show you other models. We will see you in our lot near Montwood soon!
As you’re researching these models, you’ll likely notice that they share the same standard powerhouse, the 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-Cylinder Engine. What this means is that you can expect the standard performance to be the same. However, the Outback comes in more trims, 9 to be exact, and when you choose one of the higher trims, the SUV will be equipped with a turbocharged engine instead, boosting up the specs significantly. On the other hand, while the Forester is available in 6 trims, it only has one engine option. If you want a more powerful performance on your Mission Valley travels, the Outback with the turbocharged engine will make sense for you! Take a look at the engine options and their respective specs here:
Standard 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-Cylinder Engine
Available 2.4L Turbocharged DOHC Engine
Standard 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder Engine
Aside from engine options, the interiors of these Subaru SUVs are also different. While they share many of the same driver assistance and infotainment features, they vary when it comes to interior dimensions. Keep in mind that the Outback is a midsize model while the Forester is a small SUV, so this will affect the cabin space. Also, the Outback comes with more elevated features as standard due to its higher price tag. See some key differences here:
