2026 Subaru Outback Vs. Forester

2026 Subaru Outback Overlooking Vista

2026 Subaru Forester

vs.

2026 Subaru Outback

5 passengers

Seating Capacity

5 passengers
69.1 or 74.4 cubic feet

Maximum Cargo Volume

80.5 cubic feet
2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine

Base Engine

2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine
180 hp

Standard Horsepower

180 hp
178 lb-ft

Standard Torque

178 lb-ft
N/A

Available Engine

260-hp 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine

Thinking of trading in your current vehicle for a new Subaru? When you get behind the wheel of one of the models at Sendell Subaru, you can expect superior capability, enduring value, and extra confidence on the roads of Ligonier and the neighboring communities. If you’re searching for a 2-row model, the team at our Greensburg dealership has prepared this 2026 Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester comparison. We will examine the key differences between these two popular vehicles, highlighting their variations in size and performance.

 


2026 Subaru Outback Vs. 2026 Subaru Forester: Interior Space

Both the Forester and the Outback have 5 seats, so you can take on the roads of the greater Westmont area solo or with friends and family in either vehicle. While these models have generous cabin dimensions, the Outback is slightly more spacious with more passenger and cargo volume. Need the extra room? You’ll go with the Outback. Otherwise, the Forester has plenty of space for your adventures out past Murrysville. Check out the interior dimensions of these models here:

2026 Subaru Forester Interior

  • Row Count: 2
  • Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
  • Passenger Volume: 110.8 or 106.6 cubic feet (depending on trim)
  • Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row: 29.6 or 27.5 cubic feet (depending on trim)
  • Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row: 74.4 or 69.1 cubic feet (depending on trim)

2026 Subaru Outback Interior

  • Row Count: 2
  • Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
  • Passenger Volume: 111.1 or 112.3 cubic feet (depending on configuration)
  • Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row: 34.6 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row: 80.5 cubic feet

2026 Subaru Outback Vs. 2026 Subaru Forester: Performance

For performance, both the Forester and the Outback use the 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine as the standard powertrain. That said, you will enjoy the same horsepower and torque in either model. However, if you want next-level performance on the road, only the Outback offers an option to upgrade to the 260-hp 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine.

See the specs for these SUVs’ engines below:

2026 Subaru Forester Performance

Base Engine (All Trims)

  • 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder
  • 180 hp
  • 178 lb-ft of torque

2026 Subaru Outback Performance

Base Engine (Premium, Limited, Touring)

  • 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder
  • 180 hp
  • 178 lb-ft of torque

Optional Engine (Wilderness, Limited XT, Touring XT)

  • 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder
  • 260 hp
  • 277 lb-ft of torque

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