Honda HR-V e:HEV vs Subaru Forester e-Boxer

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer 8.6 s Runner-up: 10.6 s
Power winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer 196 hp Runner-up: 131 hp
Cargo winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer 508 L Runner-up: 319 L
Price winner Honda HR-V e:HEV $26,800 Runner-up: $33,995

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV against the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.6 seconds, compared with 10.6 seconds for 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the higher listed output at 196 hp; 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV is rated at 131 hp, a difference of 65 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV at 253 Nm and 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer at 252 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV has the lower recorded consumption at 5.4 L/100km; 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is listed at 7.0 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 508 litres versus 319 litres, a difference of 189 litres. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is 315 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV has the lower listed starting price at $26,800, compared with $33,995 for 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Honda HR-V e:HEV2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer2025
Performance
0-100 km/h10.6 s8.6 s
Top Speed170 km/h188 km/h
Power131 hp196 hp
Torque253 Nm252 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank40 L63 L
Efficiency5.4 L/100km7 L/100km
CO2 Emissions123 g/km159 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,340 mm4,655 mm
Ground Clearance170 mm220 mm
Cargo319 L508 L
Curb Weight1,370 kg1,660 kg
Towing1,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m11.8 m
Starting MSRP$26,800$33,995

Honda HR-V e:HEV vs Subaru Forester e-Boxer questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV or the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.6 seconds, versus 10.6 seconds for 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV or the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the higher listed top speed at 188 km/h (117 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV or the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has more power at 196 hp, a 65 hp advantage over 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV or the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has more listed cargo space at 508 litres (17.9 cu ft), versus 319 litres (11.3 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV or the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is heavier at 1,660 kg (3,660 lb), while 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV is listed at 1,370 kg (3,020 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV or the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer?

2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $26,800 USD, compared with $33,995 USD for 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV or the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.