Which new compact SUVs are the best for interior room and comfort? The 2023 Subaru Forester and 2023 Subaru Crosstrek rank among the seven best. Check out the complete list here.
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Are the Subaru Forester and Crosstrek roomy inside? An updated study from Consumer Reports (by subscription) says the 2023 Subaru Forester and 2023 Subaru Crosstrek now rank as two of the seven best compact SUVs for comfort and are roomy inside to carry your family and belongings.
Consumer Reports (CR) tests its vehicles, and they "measure exactly how much cargo can fit in the back, exactly how roomy the driver's seat feels, and exactly how easy it is to get in and out of the front and rear seats," says the consumer organization.
CR says buyers can easily find a model that will comfortably fit their family, along with groceries, sports equipment, or luggage for a vacation. To make the list, all models must also score high in reliability, road-test scores, and safety features.
The seven best compact SUVs for roominess and comfort
CR ranked compact SUVs in order of roominess, comfort, and ease of access. The 2023 Subaru Forester ranks number one, followed by the 2023 Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 Prime, Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Tucson, 2023 Subaru Crosstrek, and Mazda CX-5.
Consumer Reports says the #1 scoring 2023 Subaru Forester "has the interior space and cargo room of a midsized SUV with compact SUV fuel economy. There are more than 36 cubic feet of space with the rear seat folded. It's easy to get into the comfortable front seats, and rear-seat room is particularly generous and easy to get into."
"Add in the excellent visibility, simple controls, comfortable ride, and responsive handling, and it's no surprise that the Forester is among our top-rated SUVs. The 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine combined with a continuously variable transmission yields 28 mpg overall, among the best in the class."
What is Forester's cargo space?
With the second-row rear seats up, the Forester has 31.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, and with the seats folded flat, the Forester offers an ample 74.3 cubic feet of cargo space. The total passenger volume measures 111.9 cubic feet.
Consumer Reports ranks the Forester #1 of 28 Compact sport-utility vehicles in all categories.
What is the price of the 2023 Subaru Forester?
The 2023 Forester comes in six trim levels; The Base Forester starts at $27,620, Premium ($30,620), Sport ($32,190), Limited ($34,300), Wilderness ($35,245), and Touring ($37,720). Pricing includes dealer fees ($1,225).
2024 Subaru Crosstrek cabin
The Subaru Crosstrek also makes CR's roomiest and most comfortable compact SUV list. The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek is ranked the sixth-best, and CR says, "The Crosstrek is an appealing option for buyers who want a versatile compact SUV with generous room and good fuel economy. It's easy to get in and out, and there's plenty of room for four adults to travel comfortably. In addition, we measured 27.5 cubic feet of usable cargo room."
How much cargo room does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek have?
The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek measures 20.8 cubic feet with the seats up and 55.3 cubes with the rear seats folded flat. The Crosstrek also comes standard with all-wheel-drive. Consumer Reports ranks the Crosstrek #2 of 11 subcompact SUVs overall in all categories.
What is the price of the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek comes in six trim levels for U.S. customers. The base trim is priced from $24,870, Premium ($26,020), Special Edition ($27,970), Sport ($29,220), Limited ($30,720), and Crosstrek Hybrid ($38,070). Prices include destination and delivery fees ($1,225).
Should you wait for the next-gen 2024 Subaru Crosstrek?
If you can wait, the 2024 Crosstrek will be worth standing by. The Crosstrek gets a complete redesign from the ground up. It will come with improved ride quality, the next-generation EyeSight safety technology, new interior upgrades with more comfortable seats, and new exterior styling changes.
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The most rugged and trail-capable Crosstrek Wilderness will be available with an upgraded suspension, all-terrain tires, more prominent wheel arch cladding, a metal front skid plate, unique hex-design LED fog lights, and anti-glare hood decal in a matte-black finish.
What is the price of the 2024 Crosstrek?
The 2024 Crosstrek Base has a starting price of $26,290 (the same MSRP as the 2023 Base model equipped with the Lineartronic CVT automatic transmission).
The 2024 Crosstrek Premium has a starting price of $27,440, Sport ($30,290), and Limited ($32,190). Pricing includes destination and delivery fees ($1,225).
The all-new 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness costs $33,290, including dealer destination and delivery fees.
Compact SUV shoppers want a roomy, comfortable cabin. Consumer Reports says the 2023 Subaru Forester and 2023 Subaru Crosstrek rank in the top seven best small SUVs you can buy in 2023.
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Denis Flierl has invested over 30 years in the automotive industry in a consulting role working with every major car brand. He is an accredited member of the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press. Check out Subaru Report, where he covers all of the Japanese automaker's models. More stories can be found on the Torque News Subaru page. Follow Denis on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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