Forester vs Toyota RAV4
Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4 in American Fork, UT
The Subaru Forester remains legendary for a good reason. Its rugged styling, go-anywhere durability, dependable all-weather performance, and high fuel efficiency make it one of the most popular crossovers for adventuring off-road here in north-central Utah. Nevertheless, it faces stiff competition, most notably from rivals like the Toyota RAV4. At Doug Smith Subaru, we've made it easy to compare the Forester to its peer. Learn more from the driver's seat at our dealership in American Fork, UT; we think you'll quickly see where our SUV pulls ahead.
Performance
A commanding presence on the road and off, the Subaru Forester features a boxy silhouette belying its trailblazing pedigree, complete with hard-wearing protective body cladding.
- With 8.7 inches of ground clearance, it's purpose-built for avoiding downed trees, rocks, and other obstacles in the bush.
- Its centerpieces, however, are its spirited 180-horsepower, 2.5-liter, flat four-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine and standard Subaru Symmetrical all-wheel drivetrain (AWD). Paired with a Lineartronic® continually variable automatic (CVT) transmission with a six-speed manual mode, the engine delivers 178 pound-feet of torque.
- The key takeaway: the SUV accelerates dependably, shifts smoothly, and handles confidently in the foul weather that's typical here in the Wasatch Range.
Of course, the Forester is just as efficient on long commutes to Provo, UT, achieving up to 33 mpg city and 26 mpg highway by EPA estimates. It can even tow up to 1,500 pounds, which is plenty for hauling a pop-up or teardrop camper, personal watercraft, or utility trailer.
In contrast, the Toyota RAV4 is sporty rather than trail-ready, with sharp linework, a prominent front grille, and a dual exhaust, suggesting it's more of a commuter and city driver rather than for heading off the beaten path. Its base trim has only 8.1 inches of ground clearance, and its engine can only produce 163 to 170 pound-feet of torque.
Design
Ever accommodating for long trips out of Orem, UT, the Forester seats up to five in a capacious cabin that offers anywhere from 106.6 to 110.8 cubic feet of passenger space.
- Comfortable cloth upholstery comes standard in the base trim, durable StarTex surfaces come standard as soon as the midrange Sport trim, and sumptuous leather-trimmed upholstery comes standard at the top of the line, in the Limited trim.
- You can even get an All-Weather Package with heated front seats as early as a step up to the Premium trim, and the SUV provides anywhere from 69.1 to a sizable 74.4 cubic feet of cargo space with its rear seats folded.
The RAV4 is similarly equipped, with your choice of cloth, SofTex synthetic leather, or a blend as you ascend trims, but Toyota doesn't offer a premium option like leather. What's more, the SUV doesn't cater well to families or longer excursions; it offers only 98.9 cubic feet of passenger space and 70.4 cubic feet of cargo space.
Technology
Every Forester comes ready to both protect you and your loved ones in Lehi, UT, traffic and keep you connected away from civilization.
- EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology comes standard across all trims, and it includes advanced adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and pre-collision brakes, along with lane departure and sway warnings, auto emergency steering, and a lane keep assist system.
- Blind-spot detection, lane change assistance, and rear cross-traffic alert come standard as soon as the Sport trim, and reverse automatic braking comes standard in the Wilderness trim at the midrange. An exclusive DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System comes standard on the top-of-the-line model.
- A 7.0-inch multimedia infotainment system with voice activation, navigation, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto comes standard in base trims. You can get an 11.6-inch system with 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability as soon as you take a step up to Premium.
The RAV4 is comparably equipped, featuring a Toyota Safety Sense suite of driver aids and a selection of 10.5- and 12.9-inch infotainment systems.
Test Drive Your Dream Forester Today at Doug Smith Subaru
The best way to get to know the Forester is behind the wheel, and the best place to do it is here at your local American Fork Subaru dealer. You're in for an exciting ride, too; browse our new Subaru inventory and get in touch with us now to schedule. We're looking forward to introducing you to all the latest compact crossover SUV offers.
* Price excludes tax, title, and license fee. $399 dealer documentary service fee included in advertised price. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Vehicle subject to prior sale. Please see dealer for details.
* All financing terms are on approved credit. Some vehicles offered for sale may be subject to unrepaired manufacturer safety recalls. To determine the recall status of a vehicle, visit https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls.
* All financing terms are on approved credit. Some vehicles offered for sale may be subject to unrepaired manufacturer safety recalls. To determine the recall status of a vehicle, visit https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Doug Smith Subaru
501 W Main St
American Fork, UT 84003
- Sales: (801) 847-1049
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