BEST SUBARU SUV?? -- 2024 Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester: Comparison

Today, we're comparing the 2024 Subaru Outback Limited vs. 2023 Subaru Forester Touring! These two siblings are remarkably similar yet different in a lot of ways. They both have the same engine under the hood, capability and practicality, plus loads of luxury in these top trim levels! They also have a lot of price overlap, with the Limited Outback costing just a few hundred dollars more than the Forester Touring! So which should YOU pick for $40,000?? Go ahead: CLICK to find out :) Also, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell if you enjoyed this review -- it helps us more than you can imagine!
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0:00 Intro
0:45 Pricing Comparison
1:48 Exterior Comparison
3:55 Interior Comparison
8:17 Driving and Powertrain Comparison
11:45 Sound Level Comparison (dB)
12:38 Who is YOUR Winner??

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[BusterKitten]

my wife wanted a Forester, I wanted an Outback... to keep the peace she got the Forester Touring, I got the Outback Limited. Love both cars. But I love mine just a little bit better.

[randallriley]

My wife has 2022 Forester and I have a 2023 Outback both Limited. I really enjoy my Outback but truth is hers is more fun to drive. I like sitting higher and with the massive glass ceiling the car feels much more open. Also if we’re taking two other adults we’ll take the Forester for its more open feel and generous rear passenger room however in the winter the Outback has heated rear seats.

[DeadofWinter]

I wasn't a Subaru fan, but once I sat in a 2022 Forester, I instantly fell in love. The interior feels and looks premium. I was impressed

[brianotoole]

You guys missed one major reason to buy the Outback vs the Forester.... Insurance cost. Outback being a wagon is significantly cheaper than a traditional SUV, it literally was my deciding factor when I purchased mine.

[joshlin]

I like the feel of the roomier head space and better visibility in my Forester. Also, I prefer the control panel, especially the temperature control buttons. I'm sure I would love the outback if I had one, but I really love my Forester Sport. Hubby was surprised how well the 4 Cylinder did on the mountain driving on a trip this month! We were not sure- living in Texas, we don't see many of those!

[minnybiker]

Outback 4, Forester 2, basically a tie. :)

Shocked that the Forester was quieter! I have the Outback and do feel that the wind noise is more than I expected. I don't anticipate ever using the roof rails, and have considered having them replaced with a lower profile option from another market, perhaps...

Really wanted to like the Forester with it's bigger sunroof and taller profile for ease of entry... But the Outback felt more comfy to me, and ultimately won for me. But they are very similar in many ways, can't really go wrong with either. Good job, Subaru!
Nice comparison, gentlemen!

[debbiechutka]

Just picked up a used ‘21 Subaru Outback about 3 weeks ago. Never owned a Subaru before but I was impressed right from the first test drive. I really like that it fits my bike right inside with seats folded down, built in roof racks for my kayak, roomy back seat leg room and just overall comfortable quiet ride. Getting in and out of it is the perfect height too. My only complaint so far is that it is a little gutless on the hills but I’m not in a hurry to get anywhere as I’m semi retired. Also the dealership sold me the car and I found out on YouTube about the infotainment update for the screen so I had to book it in for an hour appointment for the update. Well worth it as it gave me some better features. Looking forward to many years though and some sweet road trips with my Subaru! ❤

[jonathanparham]

I like how you did split-screen comparisons. Like the Decibel ratings

[mattheviewer]

Nice comparison! One note: Outback sunroof has additional "tilt" mode for ventilation that cuts down wind buffeting.

[Doc]

My wife’s OB is Cinnamon Brown, which is too dark and shows every speck of dirt.
My Forester Touring is Bronze with Saddle Brown interior.
My wife’s Outback has Ivory interior.
Though I like her OB, I absolutely LOVE my Forester.
My Forester is the first vehicle that I’ve personally owned that I don’t have to fold down my rear seats when I need to use my wheelchair. This is Huge for me.
The dual Xmode is awesome during our 5-7 feet of snow we get every winter.

[paulmcanear]

This was one of the more helpful comparison videos I have seen. Thank you. I would have preferred that you compare the same trim levels in both vehicles as this seems more "fair" and would have revealed a truer price difference. Thanks though for this helpful review

[jonlosito]

I honestly like both of these!! Both of my parents have Subarus. My Mom has a 2017 Forester Touring, and my Dad has a 2018 Crosstrek Limited. I'm currently 19 years old, and if I'm looking for my first car, it would be the Outback Wilderness with a turbo. I really do like the Forester, although I really like the previous gen Forester more especially the older ones cuz it had a turbo, and a manual transmission, and they looked a bit better in my opinion. I have no idea why they took the turbo out of the Forester for the 2019 model, and I think it's a really odd decision for Subaru to do that because everyone else is putting turbos in almost all of their vehicles nowadays. Love yr vids btw!!

[DMETS]

Subaru needs to bring back the XT turbo in the Forester. It makes a huge difference in power.

[colechapman]

As a wagon fan, I have to go with the Outback. Its shape is just so useful for storing things

[MartinStockel-kf]

A great comparison. I am about to turn in a 2022 Subaru Ascent Limited. Have been looking at both of these. Thanks guys. I really enjoyed!

[justcollectingdust]

We purchased the 22 outback mistake with the infotainment...push any icon and wait a few days for it to terrible. The other thing I wish I would have checked out before the purchase (though it was wife's car) is the rearview mirror being so low for this 6'3" blind spot looking to my right. Just a fair warning to you tall guys.

[sergiysirichenko]

I used to have both at the same time, different trims though. In general, it's not fair to compare different trims, unless you want to compare the same prices.
Outback is a wagon, has smoother drive and looks more premium rather than practical compare to Forester. There are 2 major issues with Outback which bother me. 1. Visibility is a joke compare to Forester. I felt uncomfortable and unsafe driving Outback after Forester. 2. Cover of forward wheel in driver seat area. I could not spread my left leg wide enough. That was extremely annoying. However, some people may not care about this.

[rachelgreen]

Forester is 100% built in Japan. Outback is not, only 40% of parts are Japanese.

[lovestihlquality]

The back seats of Outback are very comfortable. Really like the longer wheelbase ride and the Outback style is nice.

[jazzbeau]

The outback is the unique vehicle in size and shape, and I like it better.