FIAT 500X vs Subaru Forester
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Subaru Forester
Overview
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Subaru ForesterForester SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Pop | Forester SUV |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2023 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Subaru ForesterForester SUV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,245 | $29,995 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Subaru ForesterForester SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal | 16.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Subaru ForesterForester SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 177 hp | 180 hp (best) |
| Torque | 210 lb-ft (best) | 178 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.3 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Subaru ForesterForester SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 39.8 cu ft | 74.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,305 lbs (best) | 3,510 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.9 in | 8.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 105.1 in (best) |
| Length | 167.2 in | 183.3 in (best) |
| Width | 70.7 in | 72 in (best) |
| Height | 63.7 in | 68.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Subaru ForesterForester SUV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | FIAT 500X | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pop $30,245 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Forester SUV $29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $33,275 MSRP | Premium $33,385 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Premium Hybrid $34,730 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Sport $36,105 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Limited $37,695 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Sport Hybrid $37,930 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Wilderness $38,385 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Limited Hybrid $38,995 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Touring Hybrid $41,545 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Touring $41,595 MSRP |