The 2018 Subaru Forester and the 2018 Subaru Outback are both great vehicles, and the specs are very similar. So to help you determine which of these practical, go-anywhere people movers is right for you, the experts at AutoNation Subaru Roseville have put together a quick comparison illustrating what you need to know about each vehicle. Take a look at the chart below, then give us a call or stop by our dealership to arrange a test drive of a 2018 Subaru Forester or 2018 Subaru Outback!
2018 Subaru Forester
Starting Price
$22,795*
Length/Width/Height
181.5 inches/70.7 inches/68.2 inches with roof rails.
Base Curb Weight
3,322 lbs (2.5i Trim)
Wheel Base
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance
8.7 inches
Cargo Volume
34.4 cubic feet
Maximum Cargo Volume
74.7 cubic feet with rear seat lowered
Passenger Volume
108.3 cubic feet (2.5i trim)
Legroom (front/rear)
43.0 inches/38.0 inches
Available Engines
2.5-liter DOHC Engine
2.0-liter DOHC Turbocharged Engine
Maximum Towing Capacity
1,500 lbs**
Available Transmissions
Fully Synchronized 6-speed Manual TransmissionLineartronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)
Fuel Economy
2.5i trim with CVT: 32/26 MPG***Forester Exterior Colors:
Forester Interior Colors:
Forester Trims
- Forester 2.5i
- Forester 2.5i Premium
- Forester 2.5i Limited
- Forester 2.5i Touring
- Forester 2.0XT Premium
- Forester 2.0XT Touring
2018 Subaru Outback
Starting Price
$25,895*
Length/Width/Height
189.9 inches/72.4 inches/66.1 inches with roof rails
Base Curb Weight
3,622 lbs (2.5i Trim)
Wheel Base
108.1 inches
Ground Clearance
8.7 inches
Cargo Volume
35.5 cubic feet
Maximum Cargo Volume
73.3 cubic feet with rear seat lowered
Passenger Volume
108.1 cubic feet (2.5i trim)
Legroom (front/rear)
42.9 inches/38.1 inches
Available Engines
2.5-liter DOHC Engine
3.6-liter DOHC Engine
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,700 lbs**
Available Transmissions
Lineartronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)
Fuel Economy
2.5i with CVT (hwy/cit) 32/25 MPG***
Outback Exterior Colors:
Outback Interior Colors:
Outback Trims
- Outback 2.5i
- Outback 2.5i Premium
- Outback 2.5i Limited
- Outback 2.5i Touring
- Outback 3.6R Limited
- Outback 3.6R Touring
Hours
- Monday - Saturday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
*Manufacturer's suggested retail price does not include destination and delivery charges, tax, title and registration fees. Destination and delivery includes handling and inland freight fees and may vary in some states. Prices, specifications, options, features and models subject to change without notice.
**Certain limitations apply. See Owner's Manual for details.
***EPA-estimated fuel economy. Actual mileage may vary.
