
Compare the New Subaru Forester Hybrid to the Subaru Forester
Learn How the Subaru Forester Compares to the Subaru Forester Hybrid in White River Junction, VT
If you are shopping for a new Subaru and can't decide between a new Subaru Forester or Forester Hybrid, let our White River Subaru team help you. The Forester and Forester Hybrid feature standard symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD) with a full spectrum of technology features to keep you safe and connected on the road. Our team here would love to share with you how these two Forester models compare in several key area.
We'll highlight their performance, technology, and design figures. After which, you'll have the information you need to decide on our local Subaru dealership serving Norwich, VT. We encourage you to contact our team anytime with questions about our inventory or Subaru dealer services.
Performance
The new Subaru Forester sports a 2.5-liter four-cylinder powertrain offering 182 horsepower with up to 33 miles per gallon in highway fuel economy for over 580 miles in driving range. Thus, you can look forward to fewer stops to fill up around our dealership serving New London, NH.
With the new Forester Hybrid, the same 2.5-liter powertrain is fitted with a 1.1-kilowatt battery pack. The combined output ups the power to 194 horsepower, with increased fuel economy of 35 miles per gallon on the highway near the I-91. The new Forester and Forester Hybrid feature 8.67 inches of ground clearance to overcome obstacles and go through creeks.


Design
The Subaru Forester is designed with your comfort in mind. The cabin offers up to 74.4 cubic feet of space to store your gear for a weekend away near our dealership serving Hanover, NH. Optional StarTex® upholstery stands up to the hardest outings while providing superior comfort for you, your passengers, and your four-legged friends.
With the Forester Hybrid, everyone can enjoy the ride ahead with optional leather upholstery, offering 69.1 cubic feet of cargo space. Plus, the front seats offer full adjustability for more personalized comfort for the drive back through North Hartland Road..
Technology and Safety Highlights
Regarding convenient technology, the new 2025 Subaru Forester has you covered with Subaru STARLINK®. It's featured in a standard 7.0-inch or optional 11.6-inch touchscreen, allowing you to access your favorite content with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration. The Forester Hybrid also boasts an 11.6-inch high-resolution touchscreen featuring standard built-in navigation that allows you to find your way to our dealership in Lebanon, NH, for scheduled maintenance.
Both models offer optional Harman Kardon® premium audio to enliven your next great adventure further. Plus, all occupants stay connected through on-board 4G Wi-Fi capability.


The Subaru Forester Hybrid and the Forester feature a fully digital instrument panel. However, the Forester Hybrid allows you to monitor the efficiency of the hybrid powertrain in real time. Plus, you stay connected to the Forester or Forester Hybrid remotely through the MySubaru® app.
With safety, the Forest and Forester Hybrid are designed to keep you and your loved ones safe while on the road. With Subaru EyeSight® driver assist technology, the Forest provides 360 degrees of protection. Both the Forester and Forest Hybrid offer advanced safety features in advanced cruise control, along with pre-collision braking and lane departure warning, just to name a few.
Price
Regarding pricing, the Subaru Forester starts at a base price of $29,995, with the top-of-the-range Touring trim starting at $40,295. For the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid model, the starting price comes in at $34,995. The top Touring Hybrid trim starts at a cost $41,695 at our dealership serving Woodstock, VT.

Buy the Subaru Forester Model for You Today at White River Subaru Serving Grantham, NH
When you are ready, swing by our dealership to shop for our new Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid models. Our team here will be happy to sit down to chat with you about financing options as well as incentives for purchase. Our team at White River Subaru looks forward to seeing you behind the wheel of the new Forester model you prefer. We look forward to seeing you down the road.
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