2025 Toyota RAV4 vs 2025 Subaru Forester in Lethbridge, AB
2025 Toyota RAV4 vs 2025 Subaru Forester at Lethbridge Toyota
Drivers in the market for a reliable, affordable and fuel-efficient compact SUV are sure to be considering two of the most popular vehicles in this segment, the Toyota RAV4 and the Subaru Forester. At Lethbridge Toyota, our goal is to help our customers make the best possible purchasing decision. That’s why we’ve compiled the key features and model highlights of the 2025 Toyota RAV4 and the 2025 Subaru Forester so that you can better understand the differences and similarities between the two vehicles.
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Design
When it comes to exterior styling, the 2025 Toyota RAV4 and the 2025 Subaru Forester both embrace a utilitarian design aesthetic. With stylish bodylines, striking LED headlight designs, multiple available wheel sizes and spacious rear cargo compartments, both vehicles offer the SUV practicality that compact crossover drivers are looking for.  Â
2025 Toyota RAV4Â
- Black Roof Rails
- Front & Rear Splash Guards
- Power Slide & Tilt Moonroof
- Available Power Liftgate
- 17- & 19-inch Alloy Wheel OptionsÂ
- Bridge Type Roof Rails (RAV4 Trail Only)
- LED Headlamps & Available Bi-LED Projector Headlights
2025 Subaru Forester
- Available Power Sunroof
- Available Power Liftgate
- 17-, 18- & 19-inch Alloy Wheel OptionsÂ
- Available LED Headlamps & LED Daytime Running LightsÂ
- Black Plastic Body Cladding along Rocker Panels & Wheel Wells
PerformanceÂ
In terms of performance, both SUVs come equipped with naturally-aspirated 2.5-litre four-cylinder engines under the hood. For drivers looking for the most fuel efficient option, the 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid delivers fuel sipping efficiency metrics of as low as 5.8L/100km! For outdoor loving Albertans looking for capability out of their SUV, both the RAV4 and the Forester come equipped with all-wheel drive traction, with the RAV4 Trail AWD offers an impressive max tow rating of up to 1,588 kg (3,500 lbs)! Check out the tables below for a side-by-side comparison of engine specs offered by each model.
| 2025 Toyota RAV4 Engine Options | ||
| Engine | 2.5L 4-Cylinder VVT-i | 2.5L 4-Cylinder VVT-i with Hybrid Synergy Drive |
| Horsepower | 203 | 219 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 184 | 252 |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Model Availability | LE AWD / XLE AWD / Trail AWD / Limited AWD | LE AWD / XLE AWD / SE AWD / Limited AWD / XSE AWD |
| Max Towing Capacity (kg/lbs) | 680 / 1,500
Trail AWD: 1,588 / 3,500 |
794 / 1,750 |
| Fuel Economy (L/100km) (City/Hwy) | As low as 8.7 / 6.9 | As low as 5.8 / 6.3 |
| 2025 Subaru Forester Engine Options | |||
| Engine | 2.5L Direct Injected BOXER® 4-Cylinder | 2.5L Direct Injected BOXER® 4-Cylinder | 2.5L Direct Injected e-BOXER® 4-Cylinder Hybrid |
| Horsepower | 180 | 182 | 194 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 178 | 178 | 199 |
| Transmission | Lineartronic® CVT | Lineartronic® CVT | Lineartronic® CVT |
| Drivetrain | Symmetrical Full-Time AWD | Symmetrical Full-Time AWD | Symmetrical Full-Time AWD |
| Model Availability  | Convenience / Touring / Sport/ Limited / Premier | Wilderness | e-BOXER Hybrid Premier |
| Max Towing Capacity (kg/lbs) | 680 / 1,500 | 1,361 / 3,000Â | 680 / 1,500 |
| Fuel Economy (L/100km) (City/Hwy) | As low as 9.1 / 7.2 | As low as 9.5 / 8.3 | As low as 6.9 / 6.8 |
Interior Technology & Safety
When it comes to interior cabin tech, both the Toyota RAV4 and the Subaru Forester offer modern multimedia systems and the convenience features that drivers have to come to expect out of a new vehicle. Most 2025 RAV4 models feature Toyota’s 8-inch touchscreen multimedia interface paired with a 7-inch driver TFT display, with Limited models receiving the upgraded 10.5-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch colour multi-information display. On the other hand, the 2025 Subaru Forester can be equipped with either 7, 8, or 11.6-inch tablet-style infotainment system. Both vehicles offer wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ functionality at standard so you can enjoy seamless smartphone intergeneration on every drive. Other safety & technology features include:
2025 Toyota RAV4Â
- Toyota Safety Sense 2.5
- Wireless Charging Pad
- 11-Speaker JBL Audio Clari-Fi Audio System
- Digital Display Rear View Mirror with Garage Door Opener
- Toyota Connect Services (Service Connect, Remote Connect, Safety Connect & Drive Connect)
2025 Subaru ForesterÂ
- Subaru STARLINK® System
- 11-Speaker Harman Kardon® Premium Audio SystemÂ
- 4.2-inch or 6.3-inch colour Multi-Information Display
Shop the 2025 Toyota RAV4 at Lethbridge Toyota
Now that you’re aware of the many things that set the 2025 Toyota RAV4 apart from the 2025 Subaru Forester, experience the RAV4 for yourself by scheduling a test drive appointment at Lethbridge Toyota. Our friendly and knowledgeable sales professionals would be more than happy to answer any further questions you may have about this reliable, practical and economical SUV!