2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid vs. 2025 Toyota bZ4X Review

Picture of the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid

2025 Subaru
Forester Hybrid

MSRP*: $36,595 to $43,295
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Picture of the 2025 Toyota bZ4X

2025 Toyota
bZ4X

MSRP*: $37,070 to $43,880
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MPG - City 35 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.1 ft3 56.9 ft3
Engine
  • 194-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 194 hp 201 - 214 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 183.3 in 184.6 in
Exterior Width 72.0 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 35.3 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 37.1 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 Subaru Forester Hybrid than in the Toyota bZ4X. The Subaru Forester Hybrid will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota bZ4X.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Subaru Forester Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota bZ4X.

Dimensions
The Subaru Forester Hybrid is a little narrower than the Toyota bZ4X, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Subaru Forester Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota bZ4X.

Handling
The Subaru Forester Hybrid has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Toyota bZ4X, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Subaru Forester Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Toyota bZ4X.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Subaru Forester Hybrid does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota bZ4X.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Forester Hybrid and the Toyota bZ4X. The Subaru Forester Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota bZ4X.