2025 Subaru Forester vs. 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Subaru Forester

2025 Subaru
Forester

MSRP*: $29,995 to $40,295
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4

2025 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,995 to $57,295
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.1 - 74.4 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 180-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 182 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 3,000 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 182.7 - 183.3 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 72.0 - 72.2 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 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 than in the Volkswagen ID.4. The Subaru Forester offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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). Clearly, the Subaru Forester is a better financial choice over the Volkswagen ID.4, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Subaru Forester is a little narrower than the Volkswagen ID.4, 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 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Subaru Forester has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen ID.4 is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Subaru Forester has a lot less horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Forester and the Volkswagen ID.4. The Subaru Forester has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen ID.4.