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Chevrolet Traverse (2016) vs. Subaru Forester (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse and 2017 Subaru Forester specs.

2016 Chevrolet Traverse and 2017 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2016 2017  
Model Chevrolet Traverse Subaru Forester  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
215 kW@6300
366 Nm@3400
turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
186 kW@5600
350 Nm@2000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,020 mm 2,639 mm 1 mm
Length 5,174 mm 4,595 mm 1 mm
Width 1,994 mm 1,796 mm 0 mm
Height 1,775 mm 1,687 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,197 kg 1,644 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 83 L 60 L 23 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,562 mm 1,448 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,473 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,092 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,549 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,468 mm 1,346 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 935 mm 965 mm -30 mm
Headroom, Row 3 960 mm 0 mm 960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,463 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,227 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 843 mm 0 mm 843 mm
Total Legroom 2,827 mm (over 3 rows) 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 691 L 974 L -283 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,991 L 34.4 -33.4 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 3,293 L 2,115 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse

2016 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Subaru Forester

2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 
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