2015 Subaru Forester vs VX Crosstrek

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2015 Subaru Forester vs Subaru XV Crosstrek

The automotive experts at Bob Wade Subaru spend a lot of time showcasing premium Subaru models such as the 2015 Forester and 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek. As with most other Subaru models, the 2015 Forester and Subaru XV Crosstrek comes equipped with several standard safety features, such as anti-lock brakes that prevent sudden wheel lockup. Both vehicles operate on Symmetrical All-Wheel drive to ensure driving stability over rugged Virginia backcountry roads and slick Woodstock VA streets. Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) automatically detects braking and steering maneuvers to keep your Subaru Forester or Subaru XV Crosstrek on its intended path. As we tell our friends who visit our dealership from cities such as Weyers Cave, Bridgewater VA, Strasburg VA, and Woodstock Virginia, both the Forester and XV Crosstrek won Top Safety Pick PLUS awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Both Subarus have the same amount of ground clearance at 8.7 inches.

So, the questions begs, what exactly differentiates the 2015 Subaru Forester from the 2015 XV Crosstrek? Let's start with performance and then analyze the different interior and technology features that make both vehicles popular among our friends from outlying communities that include Waynesboro, VA.

Serving Weyers Cave, Bridgewater VA, Strasburg VA, and Woodstock VA

Both the Forester and XV Crosstrek offer Bob Subaru customers engine upgrades that increased both horsepower and torque. The larger engines work best for commercial haulers that spend a lot of time moving timber around the wooded areas surrounding rural outposts such as Weyers Cave, Virginia. With the performance features about even between the two Subaru models, what other features define the best characteristics of each vehicle?

                                                                                                                                                                 

2015 Subaru Forester
Engine Size	2.5-liter
Cylinders	Inline 4
Horsepower	170
Torque	174 pounds-feet
Transmission	Continuously variable timing automatic
Drivetrain	All-wheel
Fuel Economy	22 City/ 29 Highway (mpg)*

                                                                                                                                                                 

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Engine Size	2-liter
Cylinders	Inline 4
Horsepower	174
Torque	174 pounds-feet
Transmission	Continuously variable timing automatic
Drivetrain	All-wheel
Fuel Economy	23 City/ 31 Highway (mpg)*

 

Inside of the Compact SUV

The decision between the 2015 Subaru Forester and 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek often comes down to storage space needs. Both vehicles sport sleek interior designs that provide owners with numerous color scheme options. Climate control dials and steering wheel mounted multimedia controls add convenience for drivers of both the 2015 Forester and 2015 XV Crosstrek. However, for large families and commercial haulers, the 2015 Forester provides more room to store camping gear and construction equipment. Elevated stadium style seating creates plenty of space to store personal belongings under the seats. Our customers that visit our dealership from Stuarts Draft VA and Harrisonburg marvel at the 74.7 cubic feet of cargo space that opens up whenever you fold down the rear seats. That is nearly five more feet of cargo space than the cargo space provided by the Honda CR-V. If cargo space is your thing, then take a close look at the 2015 Subaru Forester.

Technology Gives the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek a Slight Edge

Subaru made several refinements to increase the appeal of the XV Crosstrek, but none of the refinements captures the essence of high quality than the 2015 XV Crosstrek technology components. Subaru has added a seven-inch touchscreen that acts as both an entertainment display, as well as a way for our friends from Weyers Cave, Bridgewater VA, Strasburg VA, and Woodstock VA find our Harrisonburg, VA dealership. The large touchscreen includes intuitive pinch and expand finger movements that allow you to zoom in to a specific locations or zoom out to see the attractions that enrich our historically significant state. Subaru places a large center stack that features easy to access controls to enhance the advanced technology inside of the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek. A handy cell phone slot makes it convenient to voice activate phone calls.

Bob Wade
Bob Wade Subaru

*Based on 2015 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.