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The compact SUV market is highly competitive, and two names often rise to the top: the 2025 Subaru Forester and the 2025 Honda CR-V. While both vehicles offer spacious interiors, modern technology, and solid performance, the Forester brings unique advantages that make it the smarter choice for drivers in Vineland, NJ, and beyond, especially those who prioritize all-weather confidence, proven safety, and superior off-road capability.
Here at RK Subaru of Vineland, we believe the 2025 Forester delivers capability the competition simply cannot match.
Forester vs. CR-V: Capability Where It Counts
1. Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
When comparing performance and drivetrain, the Forester delivers superior, immediate confidence.
• Forester Advantage: Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is standard on every Forester trim, constantly sending power to all four wheels for superior traction. This capability allows you to handle all kinds of weather and road conditions with confidence. Furthermore, the Forester’s flat SUBARU BOXER® engine layout provides a lower center of gravity, making the SUV feel balanced and stable around corners.
• CR-V Detail: The CR-V is front-wheel drive (FWD) by default, meaning you must pay extra for Real Time AWD™. The CR-V’s standard engine is a 1.5-liter turbo, offering 190 horsepower, while the standard Forester comes with a 2.5-liter BOXER engine offering 182 horsepower.
2. Unmatched Off-Road Prowess
If your adventures take you beyond the paved road, the Forester is engineered to lead the way.
• Superior Ground Clearance: Every 2025 Forester boasts 8.7 inches of ground clearance, which is significantly higher than the 8.2 inches offered on the CR-V’s AWD models. That extra height can be crucial for tackling rutted trails.
• X-MODE® Technology: All Forester trims (except the base model) come equipped with X-MODE, a specialized off-road driving mode that optimizes the AWD system, transmission, and traction control for low-friction conditions like snow, mud, or steep hills. The Honda CR-V does not offer an equivalent system.
• The Forester Wilderness: For serious adventurers, Subaru offers the Forester Wilderness model, which increases the ground clearance to 9.2 inches, adds all-terrain tires, and features dual-function X-MODE. Honda’s CR-V lineup has nothing comparable to this specialized off-road trim.
3. Best-in-Class Safety and Long-Lasting Quality
Subaru’s reputation is built on safety and reliability, giving Forester owners true peace of mind.
• Safety Streak: The Forester holds an unmatched safety record, having been named a Top Safety Pick by the IIHS for 17 consecutive years (2007-2023)—more than any other small SUV.
• Advanced Safety Features: Every Forester features newly upgraded standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, which includes features like automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control. The Forester also offers available DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation, a unique interior camera system that monitors driver alertness—a feature not available in the CR-V.
• Trusted Reliability: According to Consumer Reports, Subaru is the 2025 Most Reliable and Best Overall Automotive Brand. The Forester itself is a Consumer Reports Top Pick for 12 consecutive years. Furthermore, 96% of Forester compact SUVs sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today, a quality benchmark that surpasses the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Mazda CX-5.
4. Longer Range for Bigger Adventures
While the CR-V’s non-hybrid model has a slight edge in MPG ratings (around 30 MPG combined versus the Forester’s 29 MPG combined), the Forester gives you the convenience of going the distance.
• Extended Driving Range: Subaru fits the Forester with a 16.6-gallon fuel tank, significantly larger than the CR-V’s 14.0-gallon tank.
• Fewer Stops: Combined with its efficiency, the Forester can travel over 540 miles on a highway before needing to refuel, which is roughly an hour more driving time than the CR-V’s approximate 476-mile range.
5. User-Friendly Technology and Comfort
Inside the cabin, the Forester ensures comfort and connectivity.
• Large Infotainment Screen: Higher Forester trims feature a large 11.6-inch vertical touchscreen with the latest SUBARU STARLINK® infotainment system. The CR-V offers a 7-inch screen on lower trims and a 9-inch screen on top trims.
• Parking Confidence: The Forester offers an available 360-degree Surround View Monitor, providing a bird’s-eye view when parking.
• Spacious Cabin: The Forester’s cabin is extremely roomy, providing generous front headroom (over 41 inches) and front legroom (43.3 inches), which slightly or significantly bests the CR-V’s corresponding measurements.
Why RK Subaru of Vineland is Your Trusted Dealer
Choosing the capable 2025 Subaru Forester is the first smart decision, and purchasing it from RK Subaru of Vineland is the second.
Located at 700 N Delsea Drive, Vineland, NJ 08360, our dealership operates under the motto: RK Subaru does it Right!. We are committed to excellence, as demonstrated by our recognition as a 2024 Reputation 800 Award Winner.
We have the new Forester inventory you are looking for, along with competitive Subaru Forester Specials.
Ready to experience the versatility and confidence of the 2025 Subaru Forester? Visit our showroom today and schedule a test drive to see why the Forester is the superior compact SUV.
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