2021 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2021 Subaru Forester Full Comparison of Specs, Features, and Owner Reviews
2021 Toyota RAV4
Year
2021
Trim
LE
2021 Subaru Forester
Year
2021
Trim
Base
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Engine
2.5L DOHC 4
2.5L 4 Cyl DOHC 16V w/VVT
Number of cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
Gasoline Fuel
Gasoline Fuel
Fuel Capacity
14.5 gal.
16.6 gal.
Torque
184 ft. lbs.
176 ft. lbs.
Horsepower
203 hp.
182 hp.
MPG (City/Hwy)
27/34
26/33
Transmission
8 Speed Automatic w/OD
7 Speed CVT w/OD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Cargo Capacity
37.6 cu. ft. - 69.8 cu. ft.
31.1 cu. ft. - 74.3 cu. ft.
Towing Capacity
1500 lbs.
1500 lbs.
Curb Weight
3490 lbs.
3449 lbs.
Tires
P225/65HR17
P225/60HR17
Front Head Room
39.5"
41.2"
Front Leg Room
41"
43.3"
Wheelbase
105.9"
105.1"
Length
180.9"
182.1"
Width
73"
71.5"
Height
67"
67.5" - 68.1"
Valves per cylinder
4
4
Gross Vehicle Weight
4610 lbs.
4891 lbs.
Payload Capacity
1120 lbs.
Not Available
Exterior Photos & Dimensions
2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Subaru Forester
Exterior Features
2021 Toyota RAV4
Trim
LE
2021 Subaru Forester
Trim
Base
Wheels: 17" Steel -inc: silver six-spoke wheel covers
Standard
Not Available
Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Steel w/Full Wheel Cover -inc: Silver finish
Not Available
Standard
Steel Spare Wheel
Standard
Standard
Tires: 225/60R17 99H All-Season
Not Available
Standard
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Standard
Standard
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Not Available
Standard
Tires: 225/65R17 AS
Standard
Not Available
Body-Colored Front Bumper
Not Available
Standard
Black Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Standard
Standard
Grille w/Chrome Bar
Not Available
Standard
Black Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Standard
Not Available
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Not Available
Standard
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Standard
Not Available
Fixed Rear Window w/Variable Intermittent Wiper and Defroster
Not Available
Standard
Black Grille w/Body-Color Surround
Standard
Not Available
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Body-Colored Door Handles
Standard
Standard
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Standard
Standard
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Not Available
Standard
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
Standard
Standard
Clearcoat Paint
Standard
Standard
Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Standard
Not Available
Laminated Glass
Standard
Not Available
Deep Tinted Glass
Standard
Not Available
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Standard
Not Available
Fixed Interval Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Aero-Composite Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
Standard
Standard
LED Brakelights
Standard
Standard
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Standard
Standard
Lip Spoiler
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rack Rails Only
Standard
Not Available
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Standard
Standard
Exterior Colors
2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Subaru Forester
Interior Photos, Dimensions & Features
2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Subaru Forester
Interior Features
2021 Toyota RAV4
Trim
LE
2021 Subaru Forester
Trim
Base
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver's seat and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat
Standard
Not Available
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way manual driver's seat height (pump lever type) and 4-way manual front passenger seat adjuster, full width seat fore/aft adjustment lever, height and tilt adjustable front head restraints and passenger front seat back pocket
Not Available
Standard
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Standard
Not Available
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Not Available
Standard
Fabric Seat Trim
Standard
Not Available
Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Not Available
Standard
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Standard
Not Available
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Not Available
Standard
6-Way Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Not Available
Standard
4-Way Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Not Available
Standard
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Standard
Standard
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
Not Available
Standard
Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Standard
Standard
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Not Available
Standard
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Standard
Standard
Front Center Armrest
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Standard
Standard
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Not Available
Standard
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Standard
Not Available
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
Not Available
Standard
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Standard
Not Available
Locking Glove Box
Not Available
Standard
Outside Temp Gauge
Standard
Standard
Power Rear Windows
Not Available
Standard
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Standard
Not Available
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
Not Available
Standard
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Standard
Standard
Perimeter Alarm
Not Available
Standard
1 Seatback Storage Pocket
Standard
Not Available
3 12V DC Power Outlets
Not Available
Standard
Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
Standard
Not Available
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Not Available
Standard
Cargo Space Lights
Standard
Standard
Valet Function
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Door Trim Insert
Standard
Standard
Automatic Air Conditioning
Not Available
Standard
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Interior Accents
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Upholstery
Not Available
Standard
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors
Standard
Not Available
Digital/Analog Appearance
Not Available
Standard
Driver Foot Rest
Standard
Standard
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Standard
Standard
Glove Box
Standard
Not Available
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Standard
Standard
Front Cupholder
Standard
Standard
Rear Cupholder
Standard
Standard
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Standard
Not Available
Carpet Floor Trim
Standard
Standard
Full Cloth Headliner
Standard
Standard
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Standard
Not Available
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Standard
Not Available
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Standard
Standard
Front Map Lights
Standard
Standard
Delayed Accessory Power
Standard
Not Available
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Standard
Standard
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
Standard
Standard
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Fuel
Standard
Standard
2 12V DC Power Outlets
Standard
Not Available
Safety Connect Tracker System
Standard
Not Available
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Standard
Not Available
Immobilizer
Standard
Standard
Manual Air Conditioning
Standard
Not Available
Air Filtration
Standard
Standard
Driver Information Center
Standard
Standard
Trip Computer
Standard
Standard
Analog Appearance
Standard
Not Available
Owner Reviews
Dana G
The color lunar rock and I love that the seats have an adjustable back rest.
The gas mileage is great. Took $30 to fill up. I love the color called lunar rock. The ride is smooth and the seats are comfortable. I love that the ac can be controlled differently on the drivers side and passenger side. I love the size of the vehicle.
Daniel G
This car is absolutely great.
It is roomy. Comfortable, the purchase comes with 3 months of SiriusXM which is so much better than regular radio, and if you are not into that, you can hook up your phone to the Bluetooth and play your own music from there! This vehicle is a real treat to have.
Antoinette C
Push to start. Touch door handles to unlock. Moonroof. Heating/cooling seats.
I have leased Toyota vehicles for the last six years and honestly wouldn't chose another car brand. It has been the most reliable car brand I have had to date. I currently drive a rav4 limited and I am in love. The drive is smooth and the features on the car are amazing.
Arnetti P
Help you to drive safe luxury looking.
It is reliable it is safe, the seats is really comfortable. It has Alexa to help you to call, listen to music it is a hands free I love it.It has carplay from your phone you can text someone driving so you do not have to text and drive. It drives smooth it has speed to it.
Brian King
Comfort and quite.
Car is really quite and comfortable. Great gas mpg. Fit and finish is very good. There is one thing you should know,dicker with sales person on extended warranty. You can get it for cheaper. The only complaint I have and it is really not a real complaint is that there are way to many buttons on the dash and steering wheel to remember what they all do!
Crystal F
All around perfect family vehicle.
Amazing. Review camera is spot on. Heated seats work great. Automatic headlights. Auto defrosting windows. Entry without pudding a button. Opening and closing the truck with a push of a button. The four wheel drive is the best. Sound system is great.
Alex N
Fantastic, fuel efficient, and four wheeled forrester.
The safety features and gas efficiency are my favorite aspects of the car. It is a comfortable ride for quick trips and long commutes. No blind spots. Smart eyesight technology senses cars in front to adjust speed when using cruise control. This has helped tremendously when other vehicles cut in front. Highway and city mpg is true to advertisements.
Dayna N
Get your 2021 Subaru forester sport today!
The 2021 Subaru forester sport is a great all around vehicle equipped with multiple new-age features like: rab, srh, acv, snow and mud modes, SiriusXM, apple carplay, android play, sunroof, updated sound system and the list goes on! The safety scores and features like the eyesight function is amazing and makes you feel like you are in good hands. The sport trim offers comfortable racing like seats and great heated seat options as well. All around a great vehicle for anyone looking for a midsize SUV!
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Entertainment Features
Compare Entertainment Features
2021 Toyota RAV4
Trim
LE
2021 Subaru Forester
Trim
Base
Radio: AM/FM Stereo -inc: 7.0" touchscreen, 6 speakers, USB media port, hands-free phone capability, advanced voice recognition and music streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatible, Sirius XM w/3-month All Access trial, Connected Services Saf...
Standard
Not Available
Radio: Subaru Starlink 6.5" Multimedia Plus System -inc: AM/FM stereo HD Radio w/single-disc CD player w/MP3/WMA/CRR/RW file capability, multi-touch gesture high resolution display, 6.5" LCD screen, voice activated controls, Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity, hands-free phone connectivity and h...
Not Available
Standard
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System
Standard
Standard
1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Not Available
Standard
Integrated Roof Antenna
Standard
Not Available
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Standard
Not Available
Safety Ratings & Features
NHTSA Ratings
2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Subaru Forester
Overall
Front
Side
Rollover
Compare Safety Features
2021 Toyota RAV4
Trim
LE
2021 Subaru Forester
Trim
Base
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
Standard
Not Available
EyeSight Pre-Collision Braking
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Standard
Standard
EyeSight Lane Keep Assist Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Standard
Standard
EyeSight Lane Keep Assist Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Side Impact Beams
Standard
Standard
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Not Available
Standard
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Emergency Sos
Standard
Not Available
Driver Knee Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 2.0
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Collision Mitigation-Front
Standard
Standard
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Standard
Standard
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Standard
Standard
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Standard
Standard
Driver Knee Airbag and Passenger Cushion Front Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Child Safety Locks
Standard
Standard
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Standard
Standard
Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Available Models
Toyota RAV4 Models
Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.
2021 Toyota RAV4
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Subaru Forester Models
Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.
2021 Subaru Forester
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