Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,616 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,559 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,674 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,560 kg | 1,356 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 50 L | 14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,412 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,359 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 909 mm | 56 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 949 L | 572 L | 377 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,934 L | 1,334 L | 0 L |
2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
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