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Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Toyota RAV4 (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Subaru Forester and 2020 Toyota RAV4 specs.

2018 Subaru Forester and 2020 Toyota RAV4 Specifications

Model Year 2018 2020  
Model Subaru Forester Toyota RAV4  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
186 kW@5600
350 Nm@2000
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
151 kW@6600
249 Nm@5000
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable CVT 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,639 mm 2,690 mm 0 mm
Length 4,595 mm 4,595 mm 0 mm
Width 1,796 mm 1,854 mm 0 mm
Height 1,687 mm 1,702 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,657 kg 1,583 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 55 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,003 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,448 mm 1,468 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,369 mm 1,379 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,092 mm 1,041 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 1,003 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,433 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,346 mm 1,212 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 960 mm 5 mm
Total Legroom 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 974 L 1,065 L 973 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,115 L 0 L 2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Toyota RAV4

2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Toyota RAV4

2020 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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