Here at Don Miller Subaru East, those in Madison and the surrounding area are able to find a number of standout options. This includes both the Subaru Forester and Outback. There's a lot to like about both, and many ask what the differences are between the two models, and where here to help you distinguish them so you can pick the one that's right for you!
First, let's talk about size. Both give you ample room and seat five, as well as have generous cargo areas which are easy to access thanks to automatic liftgates, and if you need more room, just fold down the rear seats. The Outback is bigger in terms of exterior size dimensions, while the Forester offers more total passenger and cargo space, but not by too much. Both are sizable vehicles for their respective segments and you'll have plenty of room in either one.
In terms of power, both engine utilize the same 2.5-liter engine which provides 182 horsepower overall. The Outback offers a turbocharged option on its top trim level to deliver 260 horsepower if you want more added performance. However, all the Outback and Forester engine options give you 29 miles per gallon combined for plenty of efficiency on both fronts.
There are some premium amenities offered on both vehicles, which includes leather-trimmed upholstery. The Outback does offer a larger touch display option, and has ventilated front seats as well as Nappa leather options that currently the Forester doesn't offer. However, both are going to give you maximum comfort onboard.
Both the Outback and the Forester have standout safety features as both have earned high marks for offering a strong frame in crash tests and many driver assistance technologies to keep you confident on the road as they alert you in a number of different ways such as monitoring blind spots, changing lanes, when an oncoming vehicle is detected, and more.
As for price, the Forester starts at a lower price by just a smidge. It comes down to the style. If you want a wagon like look, the Outback makes sense. If you're looking for more of an SUV, the Forester makes sense. We'll detail it all here at Don Miller Subaru East and help you today!
