Toyota Takedown! Does the Subaru Forester have what it Takes to Beat the RAV4?

Watch our full 2023 Subaru Forester Review at Car Confections!

[@stevenperry4947]

I did buy the Forester for my wife over the RAV4 and do not regret it! The Forester is amazing. A touch under powered but otherwise a very nice car.

[@Nucleric]

My father has a Forestor 2018 and I like it more than my RAV4 XSE 2020

[@moonj605]

*me watching this when i already bought a forester over a rav4*

[@samuelhall7214]

Same! 😂

[@lenafrances4834]

🤝🏾 same

[@zeruiahwild1]

Love this😂

[@OGFastforwardz]

Same 🤝

[@TheRenaissanceAmazon]

Same here!

[@ralkros681]

I work at Toyota, and I bought a 2020 forester. No regrets everytime I have to drive a rav4. To the crowd that says “Subarus blow head gaskets,” that was 10 years ago people. Let it go. Trust me, you don’t think all the turbos they are putting in Toyotas aren’t going to start blowing gaskets and raising other issues. Just please don't do 10000 mile oil changes... Most people fall under the "severe" category aka halfing the interval to 5k.

[@scoot333]

I keep telling everyone the head gasket issue was resolved in 2014.

[@boxoffisa]

Toyota didn’t start making turbos starting 10 years ago. Yes your choice is great. I would take RAV4 myself and keep resale value.

[@Thawhid]

Time to kill that meme lol

[@Studio89Graphic]

@@scoot333 The Head-gaskets for USA Made Forester/Outback and Legacy only. The JDM or Made in Japan for Asia/Australia and NZ had no Problems It turned out that = Rumors = HG Made in Mexico? Cheers, My Subaru Legacy 1992; kept me going until it got stolen in May this year 2023. Besides, Timing-Belt in my Legacy was original until changed in 2019 (from 1992) = even the Tech Lady, Subaru Licenced, was shocked because she was born 1993; she said "this timing-belt was older than me" ... We/I still have the Belt next to my computer as a souvenir...

[@icecactus11]

Now it’s RTV issues

[@Mi.MiEspacio.]

I love my Subaru forester. The dashboard alone looks much better than the Rav4.

[@TheMaleNurse777]

Yea to the forester. All terrain. Took it to many national parks, canada in fall, 3 month trip from California to peru 🇵🇪. Still running.

[@ModestMonkey]

Uhhhh how in the heck did you get your car from California to peru, if you managed to drive through the Darien gap you should be a very wealthy man 😂

[@Walterrinho]

@@ModestMonkeylol I think you use a ferry. Tacomabeast wants to do that as his dad did back in the day in a Toyota truck of some sort to their native equador.

[@MYRONone.]

no content tho ? okay 👍🏻

[@M.R.1525]

Would not even consider the RAV4. Forester is far more superior in quality, ability, reliability, space, comfort and safety.

[@JesusTorres-bw3bn]

Forester☝🏽 all the way Rav 4 isn’t as capable off road as the forester, and no Subarus don’t have head gasket issues any more.

[@Studio89Graphic]

Head Gasket in Subaru's Mostly Legacy, Outback and Impreza's from Indiana... USA I have not heard that consistently in JDM or Made in Japan for International Markets = including Aussie/ New Zealand. Subaru Foresters have been Manufactured out of Japan.. Probability of HG persistent less than the ones from Indiana like Legacy, Outback and Impreza. [ So, why do we hear so much about head gaskets and why is the year so important? Early engines had a head gasket that was made from a compressible fibre material with metal rings around the important parts to contain the extreme pressures of combustion. These were known as composite gaskets, and they had their limitations. They would sometimes need to be re-tensioned as the material compressed over time. If the metal ring had any breach of sealing, the fibre material backing it up would ‘blow’ out due to the extreme pressure which would result in a catastrophic failure. The term ‘blown head gasket’ refers to a hole blown through the sealing material to allow combustion pressures to escape. Also, it can allow coolant to enter the cylinder or mix with the oil. The loss of cylinder compression usually causes an engine to run on less than all its cylinders. Composite style head gaskets have almost completely vanished from modern engines, Subaru along with most manufacturers have abandoned them in favour of metal shim style gaskets. Sometimes referred to as MLS gaskets they are a thin stainless steel shim or layers of thin steel shims riveted together, sometimes with a sealing coating. Better gasket technology and better surface finishing machinery and assembly process have made the compressible nature of the fibre composite head gasket redundant. This shim style of head gasket started being phased in around the mid-’90s on Subaru’s and by 2000 was across the board. The style of the gasket is exceptionally robust and almost impossible to blow as it’s harder than the surrounding aluminium cylinder block and head. As they don’t compress over time, re-tensioning was also a thing of the past. ]

[@stevetuckey]

When did they have those issues? Looking at getting a second hand one

[@Oregon-2024.]

@@Studio89GraphicI am not reading all of that

[@liltomtom9055]

I recently totaled my 2010 forester and we have a 2023 rav 4 rental and that forester is a lot better. I would rather be in a crash in the 2010 forester over the 2023 rav 4. W Subaru

[@7clippers1]

😂 had to laugh at your comment. It’s not often I see input on which is preferred to be in during a crash. - hope you’re okay and fully recovered 👍

[@BigBadRivi]

I had a Subaru Forester and my wife loved it. Would definitely recommend it over the Rav-4

[@PiNKD_OUT]

No brianer. Absolutely amazing car. Hasn't faded from buying it either, I'm still just as much in love. Actually even more in love now that I know all it's secrets 🤫 one thing that shocked me with the Subaru is that I get non stop compliments on it. I've never had so many compliments on any car I've ever own. In fact the subi is the ONLY car I've ever gotten a compliment on!!

[@TansRav4]

got a rav4 hybrid xle standard with awd for 35k out the door.

[@fireworks1972]

That’s not fully loaded though

[@LANDIIIIIOFIIIIIFIRE]

I see them $35k msrp xle my area

[@disksas]

Not in souther California they are super expensive

[@pedrocollado6039]

in japan

[@vincent8900]

Suabru's AWD is better though

[@ashleylitebrite6971]

Forester all the way. My 2016 Outback is a dream to drive.

[@gcanyon3114]

I've driven both and the Forester wins by a landslide IMO. You can't beat the huge windows and spaciousness inside. It feels very airy and comfortable. The Rav4 on the other hand feels very closed in and the ergonomics are terrible.

[@tuan056585]

Was looking for RAV4 limited but ended up bought Forester Touring in pearl white with brown leather interior. No regrets at all. Forester is definitely looks better than Rav4 in and out from quality build to pricing. Forester is Made in Japan whereas RAV4 is not.

[@mohammadsaeed1321]

Had a 2021 rav4 . Loved it. Traded it up for a Sienna since family growing. But I woulda kept it if I could.

[@robertsamuel2990]

Definitely rav 4 or this car. Doesn’t compare to Toyota ingenuity

[@jones0882]

I got a Subaru Forester 2024 and I love it!

[@Nucleric]

I have a RAV4 XSE and it drives like a boat and the handling sucks.

[@faym3187]

Like a boat😂😂😂

[@allanguy2522]

I'm not a fan of the CVT transmission in the subaru . But i guess they are more reliable by now

[@danielfair4675]

Yep, for a decade. Best advice, have the tranny fluid changed every 40k miles. SOA says it's a "lifetime" fluid, yet Canadian & Japanese owners are advised to have it done every 30 - 40k. Doesn't make much sense since it's the same vehicle, built at the same plant.

[@tanekiagrant8479]

Yes I would buy it and plus all of that stuff comes standard on the Subaru Forester why the rapper or you got to pay extra there and it'll go into the 40,000 I'm not doing that I'm getting the Subaru Forester

[@Jaegov]

Own an Outback, Forester sport, and a Legacy wagon. Former Toyota owner and got priced out of market. Now Toyota workmanship is dropping, so, hard no to Rav4. Maintenance is key to Subaru longevity. Toyota of old needed nothing, even maintenance! The rust kills them

[@Tibchy91]

If you will spend most of your time in and around town, just go for the Rav4 (my choice would be the hybrid). Only take the Forester if you live somewhere on hills where it snows and rains a lot/ you go offroad often as hobby or occupation.

[@johnn7614]

Subaru foresters are shit! Had mine from new and nothing but problems with it. And I can only get the parts I need from Subaru which is a rip off. It now needs a new diff after £70k miles and as per the only place I can get one is Subaru. Who want £2,900 uk pounds for it. Going to get rid of the heep of crap now.

[@mirceamunteanu4791]

Rav4 is more reliable, fun-responsive 8 speed transmission, more HP (209), RAV4 also comes as a hybrid(230HP) or plug-in (300HP) , Forester only 182 HP sorry ... but no to a future Subaru

[@TrojanRabbit521]

Just brought home a Forester. I was impressed with quality of interior and it’s so comfortable driving home from work.

[@GerryStilton]

Shut up and take my money 😂❤. But there's also one other thing it has turning headlights. Not RAV4. While it sounds gimmicky, in real life, it does help a lot. I have a car that has just that.

[@powertools2375]

Forester👍. But we got the 24 we like the weird look😂 of that generation. The 25 kind ok looks like every other suv imho

[@reglimulla8270]

These Toyota fanboys 🤡

[@GlennsHardWired]

Saw a 2023 rav 4 get stuck on Parson Branch road in Townsend tn. My outback made it like a champ. Made a vid.

[@majorstack7214]

There's a reason the RAV4 is the #1 selling Vehicle in the USA excepting the F150

[@mamak2066]

I chose a forester over the rav 4 and was shocked at my decision but man was it a good one!!!

[@ronaldobennett671]

Too much cheap plastic inside the rav4

[@DurrrTroy19]

Get rid of the boxer engine, and you might sell me

[@BigAltimaEnergy719]

It’s not a Subaru without a boxer engine, they’ve never made cars that doesn’t use their boxer design

[@victorteran9766]

Hahaha WHAT?? so then what is the point? Turn it into another boring sounding, traversal inline four engine?

[@DurrrTroy19]

After 150,000 miles, Subarus are worthless because they cost more to fix the thing than they are worth.

[@victorteran9766]

@@DurrrTroy19 thousands and thousands of really old Subarus on the roads beg to differ mate, keep trying

[@DurrrTroy19]

Thousands of Subarus on market place with engine issues

[@sidjt]

200k miles on my forester and counting with no problems. Yeah I’ll take the Subaru any day over dealing with the issues of a Toyota, there’s a reason subarus are on the road longer than any other brand sold in the last 10 years

[@ReputableSk]

Lmao

[@Santanabat]

@@ReputableSk96% of Subarus are still on the road

[@DUNGSTA]

What issues?

[@Mike_44]

Forester hands down over the RAV4. Just got myself an MY23 Forester and I love it!

[@scaryperryx1050]

Subaru forester, Toyota RAV-4, or Lexus GX-460

[@agak61]

What about RAV4 hybrid vs Forester? Prices are very close but mpg would be better on RAV4. Or not worth it ?

[@Studio89Graphic]

Depending upon how much mileage one drives a year; Just Regular uses, and don't need to bang Cargo/Loaded ─ a CrossTrek (Made in Japan) top Trim would be less MSRP than a Mid-trim Forester... One can save much on lighter Curb weight CrossTrek and Navigate around town better with shorter base... Of Course, The Hybrids when they break-down or when Routine Maintenance as per Required would cost more... With more Hybrids and Plug-in Hybrids and Pure EV's coming on the Markets/Roads ─ We will see Gasolines at the Pump coming down. Our Legacy 1992 ─ or any Outback/Forester the Nut underneath the Oil Pan is so convenient for ─ just lying down and change Oil without Lifting up the Car ─ Safety and Time Saving... We bought Engine Oil by Volumes when they are on Sales 40% off and We/I change oil every Quarter of Year or 4 Times a Year and total cost were less than 100.00 Dollars a year with 2 Filters,... Each time was less than 15 minutes... Our Legacy 1992 never broke down, only Routine Maintenance ... Cheers,

[@amoghdave2876]

well toyota owns 30% of subaru also rav4 has ventilated seats and 39,000 is without tax

[@LookingGlass24]

Correction: only 20%. And what does that matter or have to do with the price in China? Lol

[@valmac5025]

Cvt ? Ill go with 8 speed....

[@Santanabat]

Cvt but also a 7 speed with the paddle shifters

[@zaikodozahoragisu]

1 reason i hold my money to buy this car is because of the exterior car design...😅😅... i will wait the next generation of this car,

[@lorenschwiderski]

More quiet, safer in real world crashes, and some other advantages to RAV4, but the transmission and engine might last longer in the Toyota. And some prefer the AWD. The new 2025 Forester will have more sound deadening, improved seats and general look, along with tighter steering. The sightlines out of the Subaru are great -- like a fish bowl. I think it is coming in Spring of this year. I will consider it, though I like the sporty look of the CrossTrek. The new Forester will look more like a Honda CRV ( latest style ).

[@patriot3431]

As an owner of a ‘09 forester with 162k miles, the entire belt driven components are in front and I haven’t had any issue in the snow.

[@Francis.Rivers]

I wanted a Forester its more spacious than the rav4. Also the moonroof is wider. But i ended up with an XSE rav4 because of the MPG. No regrets.

[@cop2506]

yeah but Toyotas come with hybrids. :) I don't trust the idea of a subaru making a hybrid.....

[@Oregon-2024.]

Subarus hybrids are designed by Toyota

[@ProfessorBelter]

I did buy the forester and have had zero regrets it really is a great car

[@BlazinBlades]

Forester ‘premium’ or RAV4 XLE awd? Thats my budget and I can’t seem to make up my mind…

[@simd510]

I'm in the same boat. Can't decide between the same two, subaru premium or rav xle awd

[@mtmjoziadventure1409]

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[@TammyTobin-jm5sc]

I was in the same boat but now have decided to go with the Forester. I didn't like how the Rav4 clunked when you shift into Reverse/Drive.

[@TammyTobin-jm5sc]

I think both are good options. I didn't like the Brown interior in the Forester premium. I'll get the Limited. I thought the Forester was cheaper compared to the RAV4 for all the options it comes with. Good luck, I'm sure you'll make the best selection for your needs.

[@aidan475]

Yeah I’d still buy a rav 4

[@Armondahad]

Only reason I even considered a RAV4 is for the hybrid. Even with all the gas savings and my environmentally friendly bent, the superiority of the Forester in every other way is going to prevent me from choosing Toyota.

[@johnweiland9389]

I want to drive the car until it's dead. Toyota lasts longer. If you keep the car maintenance fuel and insurance are more money..

[@Camsimsy2k]

I'd get the forester I think it looks better

[@mdumisenimfuphi8619]

And no one can steal ur subaru unlike Toyota

[@michaelswick4251]

Outback or RAV4. Lasts longer

[@wollwen]

Id buy the rav 4 prime because how many miles it gets on the mpg

[@Studio89Graphic]

The Hybrids RAV4 Have not been in the Market/On the Roads long enough to know the TCO of them ─ but a Forester and/or CrossTrek Top Trim are much lower Cost and Better on Snow/Black Iced Roads for Drivers/Owners in Midwest US ... If you live in Cali or Texas ... RAV4 is the better choice... But Minnesota and N/S Dakota = Subaru preferred. Cheers,

[@michaelcafaro4022]

Own a 2015 forester at the time I also test drove the rav4 of that year and chose the forester. I think from a cost of ownership the rav4 wins. The rav4 has a better engine. I had my forester in very loose sand on a beach that would have stranded most suvs the forester went through it like it was a Jeep. Not even a hint of getting stuck.

[@cnobillbradley9673]

I’d buy the Forester but, I own an XT

[@makipa20021]

I got the Rav 4 hybrid XLE for $36400 out the door .Much better looking vehicle and reliable

[@Nun6566]

Way better mpg probably as well

[@ralkros681]

Honestly, for that price for the hybrid (in this market), you got a steal.

[@Santanabat]

I got my 21 forestor sport fully loaded $36000 out the door. Mine definitely looks better then any rav4 and for the reliability part I’d say Subaru has 97% of its cars on the road while Toyota has 80%

[@JacksonWalter735]

Better looking is subjective. I’d still take a RAV4 because it’s a Toyota, but the Forester looks better

[@vickvega571]

Subaru will be way more fun and feel safer if you live in rain or snow areas. If you don’t Rav 4 will last twice as long with zero issues if you keep up the maintenance required

[@kelleyfarm]

Not equal comparison in any way rav4 awd will be cheaper than that "fully loaded" also rav4 maintenance way cheaper if anything happens. Also rav4 runs forever

[@simd510]

Guess you don't live in a place that snow. What good is a rav 4 being reliable or lasting long going to do you if you crash and die. Subaru is much safer in snow

[@fallguy4209]

Subaru is garbage. Toyota RAV4 all day

[@horsethi3f]

Nah. Im getting a CRV instead.

[@abi5h]

RAV4 all the way! Reliability matters!

[@14bqdonk]

Real leather, nice! But vegan gonna boycott this cae

[@howardpaul7614]

I love my Forester Touring!

[@omariidd9972]

WITHOUT HESITATION

[@bobkloth57]

I love my 2019 Subaru Forester Sport with over 60K miles. I have had zero problems. I love the EyeSight and having good visibility all around.

[@fazo4353]

Did you install an auto stopper on it for that start stop function. Totally worth it! I also hooked up my dash cam to the eyesight instead of hardwiring it and put a remote start on it instead of paying that stupid subscription for it. I did so much more to that car I just love it!!! My only complaint is the cheap plastic for the electronic seat controls but I love everything else and you can’t even tell the difference between the 20 21 22 and 23 models

[@bobkloth57]

@@fazo4353 Thank you for your reply. My Subaru has a button to deactivate the stop/start. I had a remote start installed. I’m glad that you like your Forester too.

[@jerryfieldz7701]

I would choose the rav4.

[@dianaleon1752]

Just got my Rav4 XLE last week and I LOVE IT!! It’s a lot of fun to drive and I love how high up it sits.

[@JacksonWalter735]

⁠​⁠@@dianaleon1752how has it held up so far now? I’m trying to decide between that and a Mazda CX5 either Preferred or Premium depending on which one arrives to the dealership first. I love the RAV4 because it’s a Toyota (reliability and track record is massive) and it’s larger, but the CX5 is more fun to drive, feels more premium, and doesn’t have a CVT like the RAV4.

[@dianaleon1752]

@@JacksonWalter735 so from what I have been reading the hybrid has an ecvt which is different from the cvt’s in other vehicles. The gas powered RAV4 has the popular 8 speed automatic transmission. I’ve had it for almost 8 months now and I LOVE it!!! It’s perfect for my everyday needs and I’ve customized it a little too. Before getting it I looked at the CRV and the Cx-50, but I fell in love with the RAV4. MAZDA, from what I’ve heard is pretty great!! I already have 10,600 miles on my ravioli and no problems yet!!

[@JacksonWalter735]

@@dianaleon1752 thanks Diana! I appreciate the info and help!

[@EatLotsOfCurry]

Compare the 2025 model

[@btx5740]

Yup got a ‘03 Forester

[@luigiviking3667]

I would say the only thing that that brand has going for is longevity but leather suits are not good for longevity they crack

[@GFG2gifted]

Leather conditioner is a thing.... If you condition your leather it'll never crack. I've been wearing the same boots for 4 years and weekly condition them. Got pics to prove that leather lasts when conditioned. Our forefathers new this very well. Take heed in lost knowledge.

[@heshandeeyagaha]

no way someone go for a subaru over toyota

[@MrBGee]

This is the only one id buy after the crv or rav

[@Jim-bh7gs]

I declined to test drive a Forester because ot felt cavernous to me. The 2020 model seemed much smaller. Is Forester still a "compact" suv?

[@lukt482]

I don't know in the US, but in Aus, Subaru CVTs are the worst of the bunch.

[@mantad05]

rav4 xle premium specced out is 36k...

[@appleguymac1]

Subaru all day long

[@FishingWithHoang]

I own a 2017 FXT... about to trade the wife's 2014 rav4 AWD for a either Forester Touring or a Wilderness. The RAV4 has zero issues except the engine acceleration sucks ass.

[@whowearereally6494]

People let’s talk about the engine a car could be pretty and have a lot of room and not run. How are the engines in the forester that’s all I’m trying to find out and absolutely nobody talks about it. I’m looking at a 2018.

[@giovannizambrano927]

That boxer engine looking blow under 50k miles 😫😂

[@nick4281]

Lol when people like u start talking they shut up when they are asked what makes a "boxer engine" a boxer engine

[@joesteel]

Love my 2023 Subaru Wilderness, higher clearance than standard subaru and double tow capacity and better tork. No complaints on passing ability on the highway. I just couldn't see myself paying over paying for the smaller toyota rav 4. Plus the ride is so much smoother. I was looking at a premium but got a better deal for a couple thousand more for the Wilderness version. No regrets 6k so far.

[@bugsyboy5323]

Good luck keeping that huge timing chain cover from leaking and that applies to all boxer engines. Instead of using a pre-molded gasket, the geniuses at Subaru decide to use RTV. Feel sorry for the poor mechanic that has to sit there and scrape both mating services of rtv and reapply hoping there are no breaks.

[@JuanDePan]

Nope previously owned 2 Subarus a 93 and 09 the 93 was dead reliable unfortunately I ended up in a wreck and it was totaled. The 09 had constant issues. We finally ended up getting a 21 rav4 and it’s been a pleasure to drive soft and comfortable on the road and plenty of interior space.

[@AP3X__636]

Lmao u had OLD CARS no shit ur ganna have a lot of issues

[@DUNGSTA]

Did u even watch the video?

[@foreverhomepetrescue]

I chose the RAV4 TRD Off Road. I didn't want a CVT - Subaru only offers CVT. Subaru also doesn't offer the cooling seats unless you get very top trim with real leather (ew, no). I love both brands, but chose the RAV for those reasons.

[@Travis_DeGee]

I have an 06

[@BIGJAY-b1l]

Forester

[@hoyit]

This is a terrible reason to not get one but I just can’t get past how feminine Subarus look. Everything about them says “Soccer Mom” to me.

[@danek893]

No vehicles are perfect, all is your choice, Eyesights is way better then Toyota but transmission is better then CVT, but bóxer engine is smoother and less noice and the body Subaru is much better then Toyota.

[@Jonahalcalde]

40k for these shit boxes, the world has gone mad

[@highwayhash2541]

How do you think these are worth it then ? Out the door ?

[@Jonahalcalde]

@@highwayhash2541 I don’t know what you’re asking me but if you’re asking what it should be worth, I’d say 20 grand. It’s the most entry level car you can get that’s larger than a sedan, it should not be $40,000 on any planet

[@boboiboy9350]

Then, porsche is just equally junk for rocking still with the boxer engines

[@mdlcasi2000]

I will Never get a Subaru

[@boxoffisa]

Resale value as one of the benefits will keep me at Toyota if price is the issue here. Not much difference though compared to how Toyota keeps value over subaru.

[@GFG2gifted]

Toyota resale value is shyte. We just got rid of an excellent condition 2015 Toyota Corolla the dealership offered us 6k. Kbb said 10k. We sold it for 11 in private party. Bs they hold their value. Personally couldn't wait to get rid of the car. Yeah it's good for traveling, but the seats are beyond uncomfortable and high winds push the car all over the road. I can't imagine the rav 4 drives any better. It looks so clunky to me.

[@boxoffisa]

@@GFG2gifted I wish I was there and got that Corolla. Man the buyer got a deal. In some areas you are right. Most Toyota cars aren’t fun to drive. But they save. However if you have money buy some German car brands. They are fun.

[@GFG2gifted]

@@boxoffisa we've been looking into the BMW X1 xdrive, the Ford edge titanium, and subaru Forester limited. All have issues of some kind. The BMW being maintenance, the Subaru CVT transmission and low power, finally the Ford is a Ford. Stuck on which to choose from.

[@boxoffisa]

@@GFG2gifted I think Subaru is good. You will learn to live with CVT funny sound. But it will serve you well. You can get a forester with 2.5 liter or 2.0 liter turbo charged. I wish automatic was made more efficient we wouldn’t be resorting to CVT. But that’s where we can be. With bmw that’s lots of headaches. I like their cars but until you have another car in garage you can’t easily go on bmw. Ford just don’t go there excepting buying some old models.

[@zainahmed4340]

It's slow

[@jumpinjimmyg2164]

Just got a rav4 hybrid, does the forester get 42mpg? and yes it's awd. My rav was 36k

[@danek893]

Well at least they don’t run under speed limits on the left lane.

[@andrew.khachaturyan]

I don't want to disappoint you, but there are no miracles in physics. Toyota's all-wheel drive is a marketing thing; it is engaged only for a short period of time, no more than 20-25 miles per hour, and only to get out of a puddle, and not for off-road use. In fact, the RAV4 has front-wheel drive on all models, with short-term all-wheel drive. That's where the big MPG comes from.

[@jmartyt9810]

6. Subaru will have head gasket leak in a few years. And the Toyota won't.

[@flaggov6949]

They've fixed the head gasket issues. I think it's their CVTs that are problematic now.

[@bluehydro88]

​@flaggov6949 You can't really fix the issue because it's a design flaw of the boxer engine. At most, you can make the engine last a bit longer but will still fail

[@PRO4XKEV]

No more head gasket issues. A new re designed head gasket solved that issue.

[@cruzinthruspace]

Wrong

[@CorbinJonesZersdan]

had a 2012 Forester with over 100k miles and no head gasket leak

[@live_the_moment_with_arnol5661]

#6 the subaru forester is unreliable #7 good vehicle but it always giving problems

[@dexjapitan]

toyota is more durable than subaru especiallythe suspension. After 3 years your lower front control arms going to be a problem

[@rufaimuhammadaminu6873]

I wish Scott Kilmer Wil see this view

[@majorstack7214]

Forrester looks super dated

[@Oregon-2024.]

How ?

[@skidrow-black]

It looks ugly inside and out

[@Shark10914]

No it doesn’t

[@stevebarnes5243]

FYI: Toyota now owns Subaru. Who Knew????

[@dingusfuzzklonnkt2755]

They are built in Japan and that's what matters. Japanese do not produce junk like American mass produced crap outsourced to the cheapest factory.

[@Gopinathk17]

Yes, Toyota is the major stakeholder in Subaru..they own 20% of stake.

[@LookingGlass24]

They only own 20% not the primary stakeholder.

[@tonyz2551]

I mean I wouldn't get the Forester but I also wouldn't get the Rav4 😂

[@saraaronzon4562]

Yes!