2019 Subaru Forester vs. 2019 Chevrolet Equinox
The 2019 Subaru Forester is a fully redesigned compact SUV which aims to surpass expectations of car buyers. True enough, it easily made its way to the top in its class. Ensuring composed ride and handling, this car gets high scores in terms of safety, as well.
As for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, there are only a few changes made to this successor of the 2018 Model. Its supportive, roomy seats is one of its salient features.
Design & Style
A two-row compact SUV that seats up to five adults, the 2019 Subaru Forester offers a smoother ride when compared to its rivals. This all-wheel drive uses no less than premium quality materials for its cabin. Soft-touch plastics accentuates all other elements in the interior. What’s more is that you can expect more when it comes to upper trims for this car model.
When it comes to the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, you will notice how the exterior has been highlighted by a set of 17-inch alloy wheels. There is some degree of attractiveness in its interior, but this has been compromised by how the air vents have been placed inside. The leather upholstery used for cabin construction presents some problems as well.
Technology & Safety
Presenting an intuitive infotainment system layout via the Starlink, the 2019 Subaru Forester now comes fitted with two USB ports, a four-speaker audio, HD radio, satellite radio, and a Bluetooth interface. Its 6.5-inch touchscreen display also supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration. Like the Crosstrek, it also comes with the Eyesight suite which includes pre-collision braking, lane change assist, adaptive cruise control, and lane departure warning.
For the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, you will find that its set of technology and safety features lag behind that of the Forester. It only has six USB ports, purposely made so that you can easily charge your devices. Other driver aids are not available without paying for the upgrade. Prices of the safety suite vary from one package to another too.
Performance
With a four-cylinder, 1.5-liter engine, the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox boosts results to go as high as 170 horsepower. This is still 12 points under the 2019 Subaru Forester’s 182 horsepower results for its four-cylinder, 2.5-liter engine.
The Bottom Line
With a lot of great features to offer to its would-be buyers, the 2019 Subaru Forester easily makes it among the top options for compact SUVs. This car knows how to define ruggedness without compromising elegance at all. Of course, it also has high points in terms of technology and safety features. On top of all these, its powerful engine just spells the difference.
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