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Subaru Forester (2017) vs. Toyota RAV4 (2021) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Subaru Forester and 2021 Toyota RAV4 specs.

2017 Subaru Forester and 2021 Toyota RAV4 Specifications

Model Year 2017 2021  
Model Subaru Forester Toyota RAV4  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5600
258 lb-ft@2000
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
203 hp@6600
184 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable CVT 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 105.9 in -2 in
Length 180.9 in 180.9 in 0 in
Width 70.7 in 73.0 in -2.3 in
Height 66.4 in 67.0 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 3624 lb. 3490 lb. 134 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 14.5 gal. 1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.4 in 39.5 in 1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.0 in 57.8 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 54.3 in -0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.0 in 41.0 in 2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 39.5 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 56.4 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 47.7 in 5.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 37.8 in 0.2 in
Total Legroom 81 in (over 2 rows) 78.8 in (over 2 rows) 2.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.4 ft3 37.6 ft3 -3.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 74.7 ft3 0.0 74.7 ft3

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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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Toyota RAV4

2021 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2020 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review
 
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