Which Vehicle Has the Stronger Performance

Both the Subaru Forester and Outback models come with the same standard engine, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder Boxer engine that produces 182-horsepower and 176 pounds-feet of torque, providing you with a strong and engaging driving experience whether you're traveling to Torrance of taking on tough trails across the country. The difference is capability, with the Outback offering 2,700 pounds of standard towing capacity, compared to 1,500 pounds from the Forester.

When properly equipped, both the Outback and Forester models can achieve up to 3,500 pounds of maximum towing capacity, letting you tow your trailer, boat, or camper out of the city and explore the country.

The Forester lineup only offers that one engine option, while the Outback lineup has a stronger and sportier available engine on half of the models. All Outback Onyx XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT Models have an energetic 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 260-horsepower and 277 pounds-feet of torque, providing you with an engaging and easy driving experience every time you get behind the wheel.

Enjoy Cutting-Edge Technology and Safety Features in All the New Subaru Forester and Outback Models

The Subaru Forester and Subaru Outback models both feature a state-of-the-art Starlink multimedia that keeps you connected and entertained wherever you go around Long Beach and across the country. The difference between the two vehicles is the size of the touchscreen display. The Subaru Outback has dual 7-inch touchscreen displays on the Base model only, with all other Outback models using a larger 11.6-inch vertical touchscreen that acts like a tablet. The Subaru Forester has a standard 6.5-inch touchscreen and an available 8-inch touchscreen on larger models.