
The Subaru Forester Wilderness and the Ford Bronco Sport are two tough SUVs that are great for drivers who like heading off the beaten path. Which one of these rugged rides is right for you? The team at A & T Subaru has put together this Subaru Forester Wilderness vs. Ford Bronco Sport comparison to help drivers in Sellersville, PA, decide.
Wanderers, unite!
GROUND CLEARANCE
TOWING CAPACITY
MAX CARGO CAPACITY
The Subaru Forester Wilderness and the Ford Bronco Sport are designed to go anywhere. If you’re looking to take an excursion off the grid, these are two of your best options. They’re capable and powerful, so you can tackle any trail that lies ahead.
The Forester Wilderness comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as well as Enhanced Dual-Function X-MODE®. This versatile system makes your Forester adaptable with selectable driving modes for Snow, Dirt, Deep Snow, and Mud.
The Forester Wilderness offers up to 9.2 inches of ground clearance, so those boulders and toppled trees in your way will be easy pickings. The Ford Bronco Sport sits slightly lower to the ground, topping out at just 8.8 inches of ground clearance.
Under the hood, the Forester Wilderness runs on a 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® engine, while the Ford Bronco Sport comes standard with a 1.5L EcoBoost®. They both boast just over 180 horsepower. That’s plenty of oomph for all your adventures.
Subaru Forester Wilderness | Ford Bronco Sport | |
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Standard Horsepower | 182 HP | 181 HP |
Towing Capacity | 3,000 pounds | 2,200 pounds |
If you’re bringing a travel trailer along for the ride, the Subaru Forester Wilderness has the extra capability you need to tow with confidence. It offers a maximum towing capacity of 3,000 pounds, while the Bronco Sport maxes out at just 2,200 pounds.
When the journey calls for a lot of cargo, it’s important to have an SUV that can handle it all. Both models offer spacious cargo holds and allow you to lower the rear seats to make extra room. What if you need to set up your roof-top tent or haul a couple bikes? Which SUV is better suited to handle it?
Climbing gear? Check. Backpack? Check. Sleeping bag? Check. You can load it all into the Forester Wilderness. It offers a maximum cargo volume of 69.1 cubic feet. The Ford Bronco Sport will prove a bit more of a squeeze with a maximum cargo volume of just 65.2 cubic feet.
The Subaru is also packed with durable materials that help make everything easier to clean after a long trip. The standard StarTex® water-repellent upholstery makes easy work of mud and coffee stains. The Bronco Sport is only available with cloth or leather upholstery.
Do you have a couple bikes or some kayaks? Both models come standard with roof rails so you can stow all your gear up top. The Ford Bronco Sport can manage a dynamic load of up to 150 pounds, while the redesigned Anodized Copper roof rails of the Subaru Forester Wilderness can manage up to 220 pounds while driving.
Whether you’re heading way off the map or right around the corner, it’s important to stay connected to the world around you. That’s why both models come with a bevy of connective features. They also offer smart safety systems for those rare occasions when you head back into the concrete jungle.
In the Subaru Forester Wilderness, the STARLINK® Multimedia Plus system is your command center. It’s available with connective features that include:
- Apple CarPlay®
- Android Autoâ„¢
- SiriusXM®
- Bluetooth® audio streaming
The Ford Bronco Sport comes with a variety of similar features. Plus, both models give you command of their connective features with a responsive 8-inch touchscreen display. They’re also available with Navigation, so finding your way home will be a breeze.
EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology and Ford Co-Pilot360™ both come standard in their respective SUVs. They share a variety of similar driver-assistive features that will help you remain alert and protected behind the wheel. Both models include a Pre-Collision Braking System that can mitigate the impact of or potentially avoid a collision altogether.
With more capable performance, more space, and more user-friendly technology, the Subaru Forester Wilderness is the superior option for adventure seekers in Sellersville, PA.
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