2019 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2019 Subaru Forester: Which is Better?

The 2019 Toyota RAV4 and the 2019 Subaru Forester are both popular crossover SUVs with strong fuel economy and ground clearance. However, when it comes to standard safety features, cargo room, and interior features, the Toyota RAV4 has the upper hand. Learn more in this Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4 comparison.

Safety Features

Compare Subaru Forester to Toyota RAV4 side by side, and you will see that both offer many active safety features standard:

• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist – If your vehicle begins to drift out of its lane, this system alerts the driver. In certain circumstances, it can even bring the vehicle back into its lane.
• Pre-Collision System – This feature monitors the road for obstacles. If detected, it can apply the brakes to reduce the severity of a collision or even prevent it entirely.
• Active Cruise Control – When activated, your crossover will match the speed of the vehicle ahead of you on the highway.

Both models can also be equipped with an available blind spot monitor. However, the new Toyota RAV4 comes standard with automatic high beams to better illuminate the streets of Palm Beach County.

Performance

When it comes to performance, the RAV4 and the Forester are worthy competitors:

• With an available tow prep package in the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Adventure trim, this crossover can tow up to 3,500 pounds. That’s significantly more than the 1,500-pound maximum tow rating of the Forester.
• The RAV4 produces 203 hp with its 2.5L 4-cylinder on the base trim. The Forester returns 182 hp with its 2.5L 4-cylinder engine.
• The Forester makes you pay for standard all-wheel drive. However, the RAV4 gives you the option to choose between all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.
• The RAV4 comes standard with a Direct Shift 8-speed automatic transmission, while the Forester has a continuously variable transmission. Neither model is available with a manual transmission.

Interior Features

If you desire a vehicle with a comfortable, well-equipped interior, the Toyota RAV4 is simply the better option. These exclusive features set it apart from the Forester:

• Entune 3.0 Audio
• Max cargo capacity: 69.8 cubic feet
• Available 120V Rear Cargo Power Outlet

Learn More at Earl Stewart Toyota

Which car is better: Subaru Forester or Toyota RAV4? Stop by Earl Stewart Toyota near Palm Beach Gardens to set up a test drive and find out for yourself. While you’re here, be sure to ask about the Toyota RAV4 price, see how the RAV4 compares to the Nissan Rogue, the RAV4 color options, and how the RAV4 compares to the Honda CR-V.

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