Subaru Forester vs GMC Terrain
Overview | |
Years produced1998-Present | Years produced2010-Present |
MSRP$29,995 | MSRP$28,150 |
Listings9422 | Listings9506 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryTo create the 2026 Forester Wilderness, Subaru adds all-terrain tires, increased ground clearance, and improved angles of approach, breakover, and departure. Drivetrain modifications enhance traction, added underbody protection prevents damage when off-roading, and a full-size all-terrain spare tire is ready when you need it. Styling changes convey this model’s rugged capabilities, and Subaru outfits the interior for easy clean-up. All 2026 Forester models get a new center console design and updated protection for rear passengers in a collision. Verdict: Push the new 2026 Forester Wilderness to its limits, and you’ll be impressed by its off-roading capability. But, even if you’re not planning to traverse challenging terrain, it is comforting to know that the Wilderness offers more competence than a typical crossover SUV when confronted with unexpected situations. | |
Reviews Summary“Terrain” is a misnomer as applied to this compact crossover SUV from GMC. The name suggests far more off-roading capability than is available from this restyled Chevy Equinox, and the new AT4 trim level, which equips the 2022 GMC Terrain with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), “sport-terrain” tires, and a steel front skid plate, ought to come with a disclaimer. Based on our testing, the new 2022 Terrain AT4 is all show and no go, as in: “No, you can’t go there in this small SUV.” Not without damaging it, anyway. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine Name1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.6 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3510 lbs | Curb Weight3449 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height65.4 in |
Length183.3 in | Length182.3 in |
Width81.2 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1015 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1998-Present | 2010-Present |
MSRP | $29,995 | $28,150 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | To create the 2026 Forester Wilderness, Subaru adds all-terrain tires, increased ground clearance, and improved angles of approach, breakover, and departure. Drivetrain modifications enhance traction, added underbody protection prevents damage when off-roading, and a full-size all-terrain spare tire is ready when you need it. Styling changes convey this model’s rugged capabilities, and Subaru outfits the interior for easy clean-up. All 2026 Forester models get a new center console design and updated protection for rear passengers in a collision. Verdict: Push the new 2026 Forester Wilderness to its limits, and you’ll be impressed by its off-roading capability. But, even if you’re not planning to traverse challenging terrain, it is comforting to know that the Wilderness offers more competence than a typical crossover SUV when confronted with unexpected situations. | “Terrain” is a misnomer as applied to this compact crossover SUV from GMC. The name suggests far more off-roading capability than is available from this restyled Chevy Equinox, and the new AT4 trim level, which equips the 2022 GMC Terrain with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), “sport-terrain” tires, and a steel front skid plate, ought to come with a disclaimer. Based on our testing, the new 2022 Terrain AT4 is all show and no go, as in: “No, you can’t go there in this small SUV.” Not without damaging it, anyway. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 26 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Torque | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.6 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3510 lbs | 3449 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 182.3 in |
Width | 81.2 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1015 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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