Subaru Forester vs Toyota Highlander in Grand Junction, CO
See How the Subaru Forester Bests the Toyota Highlander in this SUV Comparison
Oftentimes when we here at our Grand Junction, CO Subaru dealership show how our new cars and SUVs best the competition, we stack our new models up against vehicles from the same size and segment. But we often hear from shoppers from around Clifton and Fruita who are having trouble deciding between different SUV styles, which is the idea behind comparing the new Subaru Forester to a popular three-row SUV. Right away, you may think that a third row of seating is a benefit you'll want, but when you consider that Subaru easily could've added another bench to the spacious Forester, but wisely chose to keep the cabin opened up and roomier, you'll discover what makes this is a perfect everyday ride for your travels around Grand Junction and Redlands, CO.
As we compare the new Subaru Forester to the Toyota Highlander, you'll want to consider what kinds of performance and efficiency levels you want, the features that are most important to bring with you, and the kinds of comfort and amenities you'll find during your everyday travels. Right away, you'll notice the new Highlander is both larger and more powerful than the Forester, but that's the difference between their two SUV styles. From there, you'll be able to tell what makes the Forester your best option for your family travels, daily commuting around Clifton and Grand Junction, and for longer road trips through any kind of weather and terrain.
Forester vs Highlander
- Along with the features and qualities you want in your next SUV, you'll also want the best fit for your budget. No matter how you cut it, the new Forester is more affordable and provides a greater long-term value than the new Highlander. You'll spend far less on the base level Forester than with the starting setup of the Highlander, while getting more and better standard features. That means you can either stretch your budget further to choose a higher trim level or add options with your Forester, or you can save that money for future payments or anything else you want to buy.
- Even with the lower starting price, the new Forester is better set up for all kinds of weather and terrains compared to the Highlander. That's because the Forester's standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, along with its greater ground clearance compared to how the Highlander is set up, provides you with dynamic traction and control, allowing you to safely travel through rough winter weather in the Clifton and Fruita areas, as well as heading off the beaten path.
- With a smaller, four-cylinder engine, compared to the Highlander's V-6 setup, the new Forester is the more efficient option. This makes the Subaru SUV the obvious choice if you'll be using your Forester for daily commuting around Grand Junction, as it impressively earns up to 33 mpg on the highway. That fuel economy rating is even more impressive when you consider the Forester's standard AWD system, as you'll enjoy a vehicle with far greater versatility than the relatively limited Toyota Highlander.
- As we mentioned above, the two-row setup for the Forester is advantageous if you only travel with up to four others. While the Highlander can accommodate up to eight, both the second- and third-row seats are pretty cramped, making it all but impossible for adult-sized passengers to fit in the far back. Both SUVs offer adjustable seating to create more space for cargo, but you'll find the Forester's one-touch folding seat option makes that a breeze, rather than the chore you'd experience trying to adjust the back benches in the Highlander.
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