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Subaru Forester
Subaru Forester
2.5i-S EyeSight
RM 221,500
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Volkswagen Tiguan
Volkswagen Tiguan
Wild
RM 145,268
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Subaru Forester vs Volkswagen Tiguan Comparison

The detailed Cars comparison of Subaru Forester and Volkswagen Tiguan, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Subaru Forester priced at RM 192,352 while the Volkswagen Tiguan Cars has a price tag of RM 145,268. Comparing the technical specifications, Volkswagen Tiguan engine displacement is 1395 while the Subaru Forester houses a 2499 engine.

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Overview: Forester vs Tiguan

Brand Subaru Malaysia Volkswagen Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 221,500 Subaru Forester Price RM 145,268
Variant Forester 2.5i-S EyeSight Tiguan Wild
User Rating 4.3 Forester reviews 3.93 Tiguan reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Cars in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type SUV SUV Cars in Malaysia SUV SUV Cars in Malaysia

Key Features

Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Transmission Type CVT Automatic
Engine Displacement 2499 cc 1395 cc
Power 182 hp 148 hp

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 44,300 Installment : RM 2,588 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.3/5
27 reviews
3.93/5
15 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Issues with the air-conditioning system

    I purchased my Subaru Forester one and a half years ago. For the first year, it performed fine, but after that, many issues started emerging. While I...

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    Zulhasif Sep 15, 2025 for Subaru Forester
  • Perfect family car

    The Volkswagen Tiguan is an ideal Volkswagen family car. This car was recommended to me by a friend of our family. Fortunately, I heard this and...

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    Zaafer Jul 15, 2021 for Volkswagen Tiguan

From The Experts

Things we like

Spacious and comfortable interior.

Excellent all-wheel-drive capabilities.

Advanced EyeSight safety technology.

Strong and reliable Boxer engine.

Well-balanced handling for an SUV.

Competitive pricing, especially after the price drop.

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Premium appeal in and out

Good driving dynamics 

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Things we don't like

Unchanged powertrain from the previous model.

Limited color options compared to some rivals.

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Not a hardcore SUV

Slightly pricey

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 496 L 615 L
Length 4655 mm 4486 mm
Width 1830 mm 1839 mm
Height 1730 mm 1648 mm
Wheel Base 2670 mm 2681 mm
Ground Clearance 220 mm --
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 60 L
Front Tread -- 1569 mm
Rear Tread -- 1571 mm
Kerb Weight -- 1450 kg
Turning Radius -- 6.0 m
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Engine Details

Engine 2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.4 TSI Petrol 4-Cylinder Engine Turbocharged
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection Direct Injection
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Compression Ratio -- 10.5:1
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 4
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Performance

Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement 2499 cc 1395 cc
Power 182 hp 148 hp
Torque 247 Nm 250 Nm
Acceleration 9.7 s --
RPM At Max Power 5800 RPM --
RPM At Max Torque 3700 RPM --
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Double Wishbone Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type CVT Automatic
Gear Box Variable Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type AWD AWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes Yes

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch --
Tyre Size 225/55 R18 --
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R18 --
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Safety

Advance Safety Feature Auto Vehicle Hold, Pre-Collision Braking, Autonomous Emergency Steering, Lane Centring Control and Preceding Vehicle Adaptive Steering Control, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lead Vehicle Start Alert and High Beam Assist. Auto Vehicle Hold, Pre-Collision Braking, Autonomous Emergency Steering, Lane Centring Control and Preceding Vehicle Adaptive Steering Control, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lead Vehicle Start Alert and High Beam Assist. Hill Hold Control, Automatic Post-Collision Braking System, Intelligent Crash Response System Hill Hold Control, Automatic Post-Collision Braking System, Intelligent Crash Response System
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes --
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Knee Airbags Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes --
Rear Camera Yes --
Park Assist No --
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes --
Downhill Assist Control Yes --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake Yes --
Lane Departure Warning System Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Dual Zone Dual Zone Yes
Air Quality Control Yes --
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling No Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats No --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes --
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes --
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes --
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes --
Memory Seats No --
Head-Up Display No --
Wireless Charger Yes --
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 11.6 Inch 11.6 Inch --
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 6 6 --
Navigation System Yes --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Voice Control Yes Yes
Touch Screen Yes Yes
CD Player -- Yes
Additional Features -- MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Compatible MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Compatible
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 4.2 Inch 4.2 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Adjustable Headrest Yes --
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats 10-Way Driver & 8-Way Front Passenger 10-Way Driver & 8-Way Front Passenger --
Seat Lumbar Support Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No Yes
Foldable Rear Seat 60:40 Split 60:40 Split Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather --
Heated Seats - Front -- No
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
Leather Seats -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Opener Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Defogger Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED --
Daytime Running Lights LED LED --
Taillight Type LED LED --
Headlamps Washer No --
Fog Lights Front Yes Yes
Fog Lights Rear Yes Yes
Roof Carrier No No
Roof Rail Yes Yes
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Chrome Garnish -- Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener -- Yes
Sun Roof -- No
Tinted Glass -- Yes
Chrome Grille -- Yes
Additional Features -- MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Compatible MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Compatible
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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco -- No

Interior

Sun Visors Yes --

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Things we like in Forester

Spacious and comfortable interior.

Excellent all-wheel-drive capabilities.

Advanced EyeSight safety technology.

Strong and reliable Boxer engine.

Well-balanced handling for an SUV.

Competitive pricing, especially after the price drop.

Things we don't like in Forester

Unchanged powertrain from the previous model.

Limited color options compared to some rivals.

Things we like in Tiguan

Premium appeal in and out

Good driving dynamics 

Things we don't like in Tiguan

Not a hardcore SUV

Slightly pricey

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