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Saab 9-2X vs Subaru Forester

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2006 Saab 9-2X

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2027 Subaru Forester

Overview

SpecSaab 9-2X2.5iSubaru Forester4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
Selected trim2.5i4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
Body styleWagonSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20062027

Pricing & market

SpecSaab 9-2X2.5iSubaru Forester4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
MSRP$22,990 (best)$29,995
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecSaab 9-2X2.5iSubaru Forester4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
Combined MPG22 MPG29 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG26 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal16.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecSaab 9-2X2.5iSubaru Forester4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
Horsepower173 hp180 hp (best)
Torque166 lb-ft178 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L2.5 L
Cylindersflat 4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecSaab 9-2X2.5iSubaru Forester4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume61.6 cu ft74.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,091 lbs (best)3,510 lbs
Ground clearance6.1 in8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase99.4 in105.1 in (best)
Length175.6 in183.3 in (best)
Width66.7 in72 in (best)
Height57.7 in68.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecSaab 9-2X2.5iSubaru Forester4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)7None reported (best)

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.

TrimSaab 9-2XSubaru Forester
1

2.5i

$22,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

$29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Aero

$26,950 MSRP

Premium

$31,995 MSRP

3—

Premium

$33,195 MSRP

4—

Premium Hybrid

$34,730 MSRP

5—

Limited

$37,595 MSRP

6—

Sport Hybrid

$37,930 MSRP

7—

Limited Hybrid

$38,995 MSRP

8—

Wilderness

$39,495 MSRP

9—

Wilderness Hybrid

$40,495 MSRP

10—

Touring Hybrid

$41,545 MSRP

Saab 9-2X vs Subaru Forester FAQ

Which is better: 2006 Saab 9-2X or 2027 Subaru Forester?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 Saab 9-2X vs 2027 Subaru Forester on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2006 Saab 9-2X or 2027 Subaru Forester?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Saab 9-2X starts lower at $22,990.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 Saab 9-2X or 2027 Subaru Forester?
The 2006 Saab 9-2X leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 Saab 9-2X or 2027 Subaru Forester?
The 2027 Subaru Forester leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (35).
Which has better horsepower: 2006 Saab 9-2X or 2027 Subaru Forester?
The 2006 Saab 9-2X leads on horsepower in this comparison (230).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 Saab 9-2X or 2027 Subaru Forester?
The 2027 Subaru Forester leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,000).