Model Year | 2016 | 2021 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Lexus IS | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5600 350 Nm@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 194 kW@6600 320 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 4,709 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,687 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,644 kg | 1,745 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 66 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,379 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,092 mm | 1,138 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,372 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 818 mm | 147 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 974 L | 306 L | 668 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,115 L | 10.8 | -8.8 L |
2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 CVT AWD |
I'm 6'3" and often don't fit comfortable in vehicles. I found this had a very nice amount of front seat room. The center console tends to stay out of the way as well, some newer designs have the center stack moving into where my right knee would be. It's a very noticeable improvement over my previous 2009 Escape. I actually found the Forester more comfortable for me than the Outback. I was expecting the opposite. see full Subaru Forester review |
2015 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 CVT AWD |
After looking at Explorer's, I was surprised how much more room the Forester had in the back seat. Granted it doesn't have a third row, but if you don't need a 3rd row, the Forester is hard to beat in this segment for rear seat room. We can put a forward facing child seat in the back, move the front seat up a about 2 inches from all the way back and there's still plenty of front passenger room and my 1.5 year old son can't kick the back of the seat. see full Subaru Forester review |
2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Lexus IS.