Subaru Forester vs Suzuki Grand Vitara
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Overview
| Spec | Subaru ForesterForester SUV | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Forester SUV | Base |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Subaru ForesterForester SUV | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,995 | $19,949 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Subaru ForesterForester SUV | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.6 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Subaru ForesterForester SUV | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 hp (best) | 166 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft (best) | 162 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | flat 4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Subaru ForesterForester SUV | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 74.4 cu ft (best) | 70.8 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,162 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,510 lbs | 3,468 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in (best) | 7.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in (best) | 103.9 in |
| Length | 183.3 in (best) | 169.3 in |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 68.1 in (best) | 66.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Subaru ForesterForester SUV | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 2 |
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 | Subaru Forester | Suzuki Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forester SUV $29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $19,949 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium $33,385 MSRP | Premium $22,349 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium Hybrid $34,730 MSRP | Premium $23,799 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport $36,105 MSRP | Limited $24,449 MSRP |
| 5 | Limited $37,695 MSRP | Limited $25,949 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 | — |