Similarities and Differences Between the Subaru Forester and the Forester Hybrid

Shopping for a new SUV in Carson City presents many options, and our experts are here to help you choose between them. The Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid are standout models for anyone who wants an innovative and capable vehicle in their driveway. While they share a nameplate, some differences can help you decide which to pick from our new inventory.

Explore all our new Subaru SUVs online and contact our team when you're ready for a test drive. Our comparison is designed to help you save time and see all the standout traits of the Forester and Forester Hybrid before deciding which is right for you.

Trim Levels

You can choose from the base, Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, and Touring trim levels for the Forester. The range of options can help you build one tailored to your needs.

The Forester Hybrid near Reno, NV offers a similar range of trims but is not as varied as the Forester. Explore the Premium Hybrid, Sport Hybrid, Limited Hybrid, and Touring Hybrid trims to see the features that could match your lifestyle.

Performance

The key difference between the Forester and the Forester Hybrid is the powertrain. The Forester provides 180 horsepower from its 2.5-liter engine. The Forester Hybrid includes an electric motor with its 2.5-liter engine, increasing horsepower to 194. Both models have Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to maintain traction and control through any difficult conditions near Carson City.

Improved efficiency is a major benefit of the Forester Hybrid. It has an EPA estimated 34 MPG highway and 35 MPG city, versus the Forester, which offers 33 MPG highway and 26 MPG city. Schedule a new Subaru test drive near Sparks, NV to decide which system has the driving experience you want.

Technology

Staying connected to what you enjoy is important in the new Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid. You'll get a dual seven-inch screen equipped in the 2025 Forester, or you can upgrade to include an 11.6-inch screen. Wireless smartphone connectivity is standard to keep you connected without cluttering your cabin.

Choosing the Forester Hybrid includes the 11.6-inch screen on every trim and wireless smartphone connectivity. Part of its inclusion of more standard features comes from starting with the Premium Hybrid trim, while the Forester base trim has a lower starting price.

Driver Assist Features

Both models come with Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology to help you handle any traffic through South Lake Tahoe, CA. Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, Automatic Emergency Steering, and Lane Departure and Sway Warning are among the standard features.

The Forester Hybrid has more standard features for its base trim, including Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Seeing each option on our lot can help you decide which new SUV near Truckee, CA has what you're looking for.

Get a Closer Look at the Subaru Forester and Subaru Forester Hybrid Today

Our dealership near Gardnerville, NV is happy to compare new Subaru models. We can help you decide which has the features, performance, and style that keep you smiling. The new Forester and Forester Hybrid in Carson City are incredible options for many drivers, and our comparison highlights some differences that might be important to you.

Feel free to contact our team for more information about new Subaru SUVs. We're happy to get you into the driver's seat for a better idea of what the Forester and Forester Hybrid offer. We encourage you to see all the benefits of choosing Michael Hohl Subaru when looking for your next vehicle.

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