2025 Subaru
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2025 Volvo
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| MPG - City | 35 MPG | 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 34 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 69.1 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 194 hp | 247 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.3 in | 185.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.0 in | 78.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 37.7 in |
Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Subaru Forester Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volvo XC60.
The Subaru Forester Hybrid will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC60.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Subaru Forester Hybrid as you will with the Volvo XC60, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Subaru Forester Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC60, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Subaru Forester Hybrid is much slimmer than the Volvo XC60, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
When looking at overall length, the Subaru Forester Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC60.
Handling
The Subaru Forester Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC60, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC60 is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester Hybrid for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Subaru Forester Hybrid has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo XC60.
Powertrain
The Subaru Forester Hybrid has much lower torque than the Volvo XC60, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Forester Hybrid and the Volvo XC60.
The Subaru Forester Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volvo XC60.