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Compare Jeep Wrangler JK vs Subaru Forester

Jeep Wrangler JK
2018 Jeep Wrangler JK
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$23,995
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.1
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Subaru Forester
2020 Subaru Forester
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$24,495
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8.6
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Overview

Engine
3.6-liter V6 Gas
Engine
2.5-liter Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Automatic (+$1,400)
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Four Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 17 MPG
Hwy: 21 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Jeep Wrangler JK
2018 Jeep Wrangler JK 2-Door Rear Angle View
2018 Jeep Wrangler JK 2-Door Driver Seat
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Subaru Forester
2019-2020 Subaru Forester Rear View Driving
2019-2020 Subaru Forester Infotainment System
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.6-liter V6 Gas
2.5-liter Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Automatic (+$1,400)
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Four Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Re-Circulating Ball
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.6 ft
35.4 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
N/A
Strut
Rear Suspension
N/A
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P245/75SR17
P225/60HR17
Rear Tire
P245/75SR17
P225/60HR17
Spare Tire
Full-Size
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
18 MPG
29 MPG
City
17 MPG
26 MPG
Highway
21 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
9.8 Tons/yr
6.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
18.6 gallons
16.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
316.2 miles
431.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
390.6 miles
547.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Height
72.5 in
67.5 in
Max Width
73.7 in
71.5 in
Front Width
61.9 in
61.6 in
Rear Width
61.9 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
95.4 in
105.1 in
Ground Clearance
8.8 in
8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
4 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41 in
43.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.3 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.8 in
58.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.6 in
54.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.6 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.3 in
39.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
44.7 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
44.7 in
53.6 in

Weight and Trailing

Curb Weight
N/A
3,449 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
2,000 lbs
1,500 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
55 ft³
76.1 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
12.8 ft³
35.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
12.8 ft³
35.4 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Baja Yellow Clearcoat, Build Out:11/13/2017
  • Billet Silver Metallic Clearcoat
  • Black Clearcoat
  • Bright White Clearcoat
  • Chief Clearcoat
  • Firecracker Red Clearcoat
  • Gobi Clearcoat
  • Granite Crystal Metallic Clearcoat
  • Rhino Clearcoat
  • Xtreme Purple Pearlcoat
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Horizon Blue Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Jasper Green Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black, Cloth Upholstery
  • Gray, Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Optional
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
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

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Optional
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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