How Does the Subaru Forester Stack Up to Its Competitors; the Nissan Rogue, Ford Escape, and Honda CR-V?

You're a Hudson or Nashua, NH resident looking for a stylish, sporty, and safe SUV that's been crafted with a caring eye. If you're having trouble settling on a particular model we understand. The SUV market is one of the widest available and is all the craze which means you have a plethora of models to select from. Whether you're still taking your baby steps and are just starting out the research process or have selected a few models to move forwards with, we're certain you can benefit from reading through how the Subaru Forester, a fan favorite, stacks up against its competition below!

Performance and Capabilities

The Subaru Forester boasts a whole lot to love. Its rugged design includes a Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive system and a hefty SUBARU BOXER engine that's capable of reaching up to 33 mpg on the highway. Further sitting an impressive 8.7-inches off the ground, this SUV will be more than capable of roughing it over backroads laden with washboards from heavy travel no matter the season.

The Nissan Rogue offers a 2.5-liter engine to deliver a similarly high 33 highway mpg rating but doesn't include its Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive as standard like the Subaru Forester.

The Ford Escape sits slightly under the Rogue and Forester offering a sensible 29 highway mpg rating while further promoting 22 mpg for in-city driving as delivered through its 2.5-liter engine.

Last but not least, the Honda CR-V offers all the agility you could need on the highway and through the city while further offering a capable Real Time All-Wheel-Drive system.

If you're looking for the most bang for your buck in the arena of performance and foul-weather confidence, we'd suggest exploring the Subaru Forester and it's world-renowned reliability!

Interior Space

Cargo volume; it's the name of the game when it comes to crossover SUVs. The Subaru Forester features an ample 76.1 cubic feet of interior space for your luggage, gym bags, and weekend vacation supplies thanks to it's 60/40 split-folding rear seats. Within a flash you can have adjust your Forester to fit what your current driving necessities demand.

The Nissan Rogue doesn't quite stand up to the cavernous interior ratings of the Forester, but it still provides ample room for all your day-to-day items with it's available 70 cubic feet of room.

Sitting at third place is the Ford Escape which features a versatile 68 cubic feet of interior cargo volume with its second-row seats folded flat while the Honda CR-V takes second in our race with its hefty 75.8 cubic foot cargo volume rating.

Safety Features

Leading the pack is Subaru Forester, an SUV that features standard EyeSight Driver-assistive Technology, a suite of driver-assistive features that includes the likes of an Automatic Pre-Collision braking feature to help prevent frontal collisions and a Lane Keep Assist function to aid in keeping you centered and on track while on the bustling highways that bestride Londonderry, NH and Chelmsford, MA.

Under the impressive exterior of the Nissan Rogue, you'll find a variety of safety features like a hearty air bag system and a zone body construction layout to provide plenty of protection on all sides in the case of a collision.

The Ford Escape boasts a its Ford Safe and Smart Package that features systems like a Blind Spot Information System and Adaptive Cruise Control system to promote easy driving on crowded throughways.

Like the Escape, the Honda CR-V features Honda Sensing technology, the brand's own package of driver-assistive technologies to help guide you through rush hour traffic on your morning and evening commutes. Included with this optional bundle are systems like a Road Departure Mitigation System to help detect if you're passing over your lane boundaries without properly signaling first.

Test Drive the Subaru Forester Today

With all its standard features and commitment to safety, the Subaru Forester is an ideal choice for drivers and families in the Lowell, MA area looking for a versatile people-hauler that offers the versatile outdoor adventure capabilities and confidence that most other models just don't possess. Give us a ring at (603) 888-9999 to reserve a time to take the wheel for yourself.