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Compare Jeep Liberty vs Subaru Forester

Jeep Liberty
2012 Jeep Liberty
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$23,395
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Subaru Forester
2025 Subaru Forester
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TBC
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
3.7L V6 Gas
Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic
Transmission
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 22 MPG
Fuel Economy
N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Jeep Liberty
2010-2012 Jeep Liberty Rear Angle View
2010-2012 Jeep Liberty Central Console
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Subaru Forester
2025 Subaru Forester Rear Angle View
2025 Subaru Forester Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.7L V6 Gas
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
180 hp
Torque
235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
178 lb-ft
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,076 lbs
N/A
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
1,500 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
18 MPG
N/A
City
16 MPG
N/A
Highway
22 MPG
N/A

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
10.4 Tons/yr
N/A
EPA rating
3
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
N/A
Cruising Range City
312 miles
N/A
Cruising Range Highway
429 miles
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
176.1 in
N/A
Height
71.3 in
N/A
Max Width
73.1 in
N/A
Front Width
61 in
N/A
Rear Width
61 in
N/A
Wheelbase
106.1 in
N/A
Ground Clearance
7.8 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.8 in
N/A
Front Seat Headroom
40.4 in
N/A
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.1 in
N/A
Front Seat Hip Room
52.7 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.2 in
N/A
Rear Seat Headroom
40.8 in
N/A
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.6 in
N/A
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.6 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
60.9 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
25.2 ft³
N/A

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
41.4 in
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
N/A
Turning Diameter
35.5 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
N/A
Front Wheel Size
16" x 7.0"
N/A
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 7.0"
N/A

Suspension

Front Suspension
A-Arms
N/A
Rear Suspension
Live Axle
N/A

Tires

Front Tire
P225/75R16
N/A
Rear Tire
P225/75R16
N/A
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Black Forest Green Pearl
  • Bright Silver Metallic
  • Bright White
  • Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl
  • Canyon Brown Pearl
  • Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl
  • Mineral Gray Metallic
  • Natural Green Pearl
  • Rescue Green Metallic
  • True Blue Pearl
  • Winter Chill Pearl
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Optional
Not Available
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
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