Subaru Forester e-Boxer vs Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer 8.6 s Runner-up: 11.5 s
Power winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer 196 hp Runner-up: 115 hp
Cargo winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer 508 L Runner-up: 430 L
Price winner Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion $29,900 Runner-up: $33,995

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer against the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion. 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 11.5 seconds for 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the higher listed output at 196 hp; 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion is rated at 115 hp, a difference of 81 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer at 252 Nm and 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion at 138 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 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion 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 430 litres, a difference of 78 litres. Their listed towing capacities are equal at 1,500 kg. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is 355 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 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion has the lower listed starting price at $29,900, 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.

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Specification Subaru Forester e-Boxer2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.6 s11.5 s
Top Speed188 km/h175 km/h
Power196 hp115 hp
Torque252 Nm138 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank63 L47 L
Efficiency7 L/100km5.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions159 g/km123 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,655 mm4,300 mm
Ground Clearance220 mm180 mm
Cargo508 L430 L
Curb Weight1,660 kg1,305 kg
Towing1,500 kg1,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.8 m10.4 m
Starting MSRP$33,995$29,900

Subaru Forester e-Boxer vs Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.6 seconds, versus 11.5 seconds for 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the higher listed top speed at 188 km/h (117 mph), compared with 175 km/h (109 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has more power at 196 hp, a 81 hp advantage over 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has more listed cargo space at 508 litres (17.9 cu ft), versus 430 litres (15.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion?

Both cars have the same listed towing capacity of 1,500 kg (3,307 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is heavier at 1,660 kg (3,660 lb), while 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion is listed at 1,305 kg (2,877 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion?

2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $29,900 USD, compared with $33,995 USD for 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Suzuki S-Cross 1.5 Hybrid AllGrip Motion?

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.