Services
Insurance
Loans
Repairs
Advice
About

Is the Subaru Forester a midsize SUV?

I own a compact SUV but need to upgrade to a bigger one and I love the Forester. It looks small, though, so I’m thinking it might be another compact. Is it?

avatar
Rob Shapiro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
We also love the Forester! And you’re right—the
Subaru Forester
is not a midsize SUV but a compact SUV.
Anyone considering buying a 2022 Forester should be aware of its benefits and drawbacks. Let’s take a look!
Pros:
  • Standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology
  • Subaru DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System
  • All-around awareness technology
  • SUBARU STARLINK
  • Up to 3,000-pound towing capacity
  • Standard Symmetrical All-wheel Drive
  • Connected interior that’s also comfortable
  • 74.2 cubic feet of cargo space
Cons:
  • Weak engine base
  • Some wind noise in the cabin
  • Fuel economy doesn’t match the initial EPA estimates
Picking a new SUV is the fun part of car ownership. Once you’ve made up your mind, it’s time to get down to business and make sure you have the best
car insurance
you can afford. Simplify and streamline the process by signing up for
Jerry
, the car insurance comparison super app, that can lower your
Subaru car insurance costs
.
All you have to do is download the free Jerry app and then wait less than a minute as Jerry pulls customized quotes from some of the top insurers in the country. You can review these quotes in real-time and switch policies right in the app if you see one you like! The average user saves more than $800 per year on their premium.
View full answer 
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.

Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance

Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance

√
No long forms
√
No spam or unwanted phone calls
√
Quotes from top insurance companies
Find insurance savings