2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vs. 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe

2025 Jeep
Wrangler 4xe

MSRP*: $50,695 to $67,795
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid

2025 Subaru
Forester Hybrid

MSRP*: $36,595 to $43,295
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MPG - City Info not available 35 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 67.4 ft3 69.1 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 194-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 hp 194 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 188.4 in 183.3 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 72.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 42.8 in
Rear 40.2 - 42.6 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 37.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Wrangler 4xe than in the Subaru Forester Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Wrangler 4xe and the Subaru Forester Hybrid.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Jeep Wrangler 4xe will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Forester Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Wrangler 4xe is much wider than the Subaru Forester Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Jeep Wrangler 4xe, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Forester Hybrid.

Handling
The Jeep Wrangler 4xe has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe greatly out-muscles the Subaru Forester Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Forester Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Wrangler 4xe and the Subaru Forester Hybrid. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Jeep Wrangler 4xe as you will in the Subaru Forester Hybrid.