Compare the Subaru Forester to the Forester Hybrid with Our Salem, OR Dealership
New Subaru SUVs offer incredible features and capabilities, and our team is excited to help you decide which matches your needs. The Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid have slight differences, which can make one a better choice than the other. Both models offer attractive traits and features, but we want to help you decide which to add to your driveway.
You can see our new Subaru inventory online before coming to our dealership for a test drive. Being in the driver's seat of the Forester and the Forester Hybrid could make it easier to see which has the traits you're looking for.
Trim Levels
The Forester, Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, and Touring trim levels help you find the right features for your next vehicle. There aren't as many trim levels for the Forester Hybrid. You can choose from Premium Hybrid, Sport Hybrid, Limited Hybrid, and Touring Hybrid.
Both models have well-equipped base trims that can make any Keizer, OR drive more enjoyable.
Performance
A key distinction between the Forester and Forester Hybrid is the powertrain. The Forester is equipped with a 2.5-liter engine that makes 180 horsepower, while the Forester Hybrid includes an electric motor with its engine to make 194 horsepower. Both models are equipped with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to ensure you stay in control through any tough conditions near Dallas, OR.
The addition of an electric motor allows the Forester Hybrid to have better fuel efficiency. The EPA estimates 34 MPG highway and 35 MPG city for the hybrid and 33 MPG highway and 26 MPG city for the Forester. Scheduling a test drive in each model can help you decide which feels best when you want a new SUV.
Technology
The Subaru Forester and the Forester Hybrid provide intuitive smartphone connectivity options through their infotainment systems. The base trim of the 2025 Forester has a seven-inch system, but upgrading to the Forester Premium will change that to an 11.6-inch screen.
The Forester Hybrid Premium is the base trim, allowing it to skip the smaller screen to include an 11.6-inch system on every model. Wireless connectivity means you won't need to clutter the cabin to stay connected to the songs you love and apps you need for Monmouth, OR errands or commutes.
Driver Assist Features
Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology comes equipped on both models. This suite of safety features includes a lot to help you handle busy roads and parking lots through Lincoln City, OR. Standard features for both models include Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering and Automatic Emergency Steering.
Choosing the Forester Hybrid Premium will provide more standard features than the Forester base trim, including Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Coming to our dealership can highlight all the differences and help you be sure you're making the right choice when shopping for a new Subaru model.
Explore the Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid Options at Capitol Subaru of Salem Today
We offer a diverse assortment of trims, packages, and models to help shoppers find a model they will enjoy. The Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid are versatile vehicles we can help you choose between. Our comparison shows the benefits of each and highlights features you could enjoy. You can conveniently shop our new Forester models and Forester Hybrid vehicles online.
Call or email our team if you have questions about Subaru financing or choosing a new Subaru SUV. We can direct you to any of our new Subaru specials and provide more information about the Forester vs Forester Hybrid.
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Capitol Subaru of Salem
920 Auto Group Ave NE
Salem, OR 97301
- Sales: 503-587-5500
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