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2026 Subaru Forester vs 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E

Price, size, cabin, cargo, towing, safety and ownership side by side. Every value comes from the cited sources in each model-year profile, and gaps stay labeled instead of guessed.

Vehicle A

2026 · Subaru · 2-row · Hybrid

Forester

Starting price: $29,995
Length: 183.3 in
Seating: 5
Max cargo: 74.4 cu ft
Max towing: 3,500 lb

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Vehicle B

2026 · Ford · 2-row · Electric

Mustang Mach-E

Starting price: $37,795
Length: 185.6–187.0 in
Seating: Not listed
Max cargo: 59.7 cu ft
Max towing: Not listed

Full Mustang Mach-E profile →

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Key differences

Where the published numbers differ

No overall winner: each line is one source-backed figure. Decide which ones matter for how you will use the SUV.

AForester has

Starting pricelower starting price by $7,800
Rear legroommore rear legroom by 1.3 in
Front headroommore front headroom by 2.3 in

BMustang Mach-E has

Wheelbaselonger wheelbase by 12.4 in
Cargo behind rear seatmore cargo behind the rear seat by 0.1 cu ft

=Same figure

None of the compared fields are identical.

Head-to-head

The numbers, side by side

Bars share one scale starting at zero, so small real differences are not exaggerated. Where a profile lists several figures, the highest published one is used.

ForesterMustang Mach-E

Starting price2026 Subaru Forester: lower starting price by $7,800

$29,995

$37,795

Overall lengthVaries by trim or option; compare the exact configuration

183.3 in

185.6-187.0 in

Wheelbase2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E: longer wheelbase by 12.4 in

105.1 in

117.5 in

Rear legroom2026 Subaru Forester: more rear legroom by 1.3 in

39.4 in

38.1 in

Front headroom2026 Subaru Forester: more front headroom by 2.3 in

Up to 41.2 in

38.9 in

Cargo behind rear seat2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E: more cargo behind the rear seat by 0.1 cu ft

29.6 cu ft

29.7 cu ft

Decision snapshot

Six buyer questions, without an overall winner.

Each card compares one documented criterion. A lead is shown only when both source-backed values use a compatible measurement; otherwise the raw facts stay visible and the criterion stays unresolved.

Starting priceStarting MSRP

AForester$29,995Base gas Forester

BMustang Mach-E$37,795Manufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Subaru Forester has lower published starting MSRP by $7,800.

EfficiencyGas / base fuel economy

AForesterUp to 26 city / 33 highway mpgSubaru published estimates

BMustang Mach-ENot verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Maximum cargoMaximum cargo volume

AForester74.4 cu ftBase / roomiest published configuration

BMustang Mach-ENot verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Rear-seat roomRear legroom

AForester39.4 inSubaru U.S. specification

BMustang Mach-E38.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Subaru Forester has more published rear/second-row legroom by 1.3 in.

Maximum towingMaximum towing

AForester1,500 lbProperly equipped

BMustang Mach-ENot verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Basic warrantyNew-vehicle / basic warranty

AForesterConfirm current Subaru warranty bookletCoverage is tied to in-service date and mileage

BMustang Mach-EVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

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At a glance

Key specifications

2 of 8 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Starting MSRPDifferent	$29,995Base gas Forester	$37,795Manufacturer-published U.S. specification
Primary engine / systemData gap	2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinderSubaru U.S. specification	—No source-backed value verified yet
Primary outputData gap	180 hp2.5L BOXER	—No source-backed value verified yet
DrivetrainData gap	Symmetrical AWDStandard across the lineup	—No source-backed value verified yet
SeatingData gap	5Subaru U.S. specification	—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent	29.6 cu ftBase / roomiest published configuration	29.7 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargoData gap	74.4 cu ftBase / roomiest published configuration	—No source-backed value verified yet
Maximum towingData gap	1,500 lbProperly equipped	—No source-backed value verified yet

Price & trims

Pricing and trim lineup

4 of 4 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Starting MSRPDifferent	$29,995Base gas Forester	$37,795Manufacturer-published U.S. specification
Entry trimDifferent	Base · $29,995Gas	Select · 2026 trimRWD or eAWD
Highest listed trimDifferent	Touring Hybrid · $41,545Hybrid	Rally · 2026 trimRally-oriented eAWD
Trim lineupDifferent	Base · Premium · Premium Hybrid · Sport · Wilderness · Sport Hybrid · Limited · Limited Hybrid · Touring · Touring Hybrid10 researched trims	Select · Premium · GT · Rally4 researched trims

Performance

Engine, output and drivetrain

0 of 5 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Engine / primary systemData gap	2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinderSubaru U.S. specification	—No source-backed value verified yet
Primary outputData gap	180 hp / 178 lb-ftSubaru U.S. specification	—No source-backed value verified yet
Hybrid outputData gap	194 hpSubaru Hybrid System	—No source-backed value verified yet
TransmissionData gap	Lineartronic CVTSubaru U.S. specification	—No source-backed value verified yet
DrivetrainData gap	Symmetrical AWDStandard across the lineup	—No source-backed value verified yet

Fuel & efficiency

Fuel and efficiency details

0 of 5 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Gas / base fuel economyData gap	Up to 26 city / 33 highway mpgSubaru published estimates	—No source-backed value verified yet
AWD / alternate fuel economyData gap	About 25 city / 32 highway mpgSubaru published estimates	—No source-backed value verified yet
Hybrid fuel economyData gap	35 city / 34 highway mpgSubaru published estimates	—No source-backed value verified yet
Off-road trim fuel economyData gap	About 24 city / 28 highway mpgSubaru published estimates	—No source-backed value verified yet
Driving rangeData gap	Up to 581 milesSubaru published estimate	—No source-backed value verified yet

Size & footprint

Exterior dimensions

2 of 5 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
WheelbaseDifferent	105.1 inSubaru U.S. specification	117.5 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Overall lengthDifferent	183.3 inMost trims	185.6-187.0 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Overall widthData gap	72.0 inMost trims	—No source-backed value verified yet
Ground clearanceData gap	8.7 inMost trims	—No source-backed value verified yet
Off-road ground clearanceData gap	9.3 inSubaru Wilderness specification	—No source-backed value verified yet

Cabin

Interior space and seating

2 of 6 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
SeatingData gap	5Subaru U.S. specification	—No source-backed value verified yet
Front legroom	43.3 inSubaru U.S. specification	43.3 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Rear legroomDifferent	39.4 inSubaru U.S. specification	38.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Front headroomDifferent	Up to 41.2 inEquipment dependent	38.9 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Passenger volumeData gap	Up to 110.8 cu ftConfiguration dependent	—No source-backed value verified yet
Rear headroomData gap	—No source-backed value verified yet	38.2 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Cargo

Cargo space and practical measurements

1 of 2 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent	29.6 cu ftBase / roomiest published configuration	29.7 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargo volumeData gap	74.4 cu ftBase / roomiest published configuration	—No source-backed value verified yet

Utility

Towing, seating and capability

1 of 4 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Maximum towingData gap	1,500 lbProperly equipped	—No source-backed value verified yet
All-wheel driveData gap	Symmetrical AWDStandard across the lineup	—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent	Up to 29.6 cu ftRoomiest published configuration	29.7 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargoData gap	Up to 74.4 cu ftRoomiest published configuration	—No source-backed value verified yet

Safety

Published safety ratings

0 of 4 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
IIHS small overlap frontData gap	Good2026 rating	—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS updated moderate overlap frontData gap	Good2026 rating	—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS updated sideData gap	Good2026 rating	—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS headlightsData gap	Good2026 rating	—No source-backed value verified yet

Ownership

Warranty and service planning

1 of 1 differ

Research field	A2026 Subaru Forester	B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
New-vehicle / basic warrantyDifferent	Confirm current Subaru warranty bookletCoverage is tied to in-service date and mileage	Verify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

Safety systems

Driver-assistance equipment and context

A2026 Subaru

Forester

The 2026 Forester earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award and includes EyeSight driver-assistance technology. The hybrid also carries a published NHTSA 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from Subaru’s U.S. materials.

EyeSight Driver Assist Technology
Automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise functions
Available blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic alert
DriverFocus available on upper trims

B2026 Ford

Mustang Mach-E

Driver-assistance equipment is kept separate from crash ratings. Check the exact 2026 model on IIHS and NHTSA before relying on a rating or award.

Automatic emergency braking / forward-collision features
Lane-support features
Blind-spot systems where equipped
Check trim for available advanced driver assistance

Cabin technology

Infotainment, connectivity and convenience

A2026 Subaru

Forester

An 11.6-inch STARLINK Multimedia touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is available on higher trims.
DriverFocus distraction mitigation is included on selected upper trims.
Power rear gate and panoramic moonroof availability depend on trim and package.
Hybrid models integrate Subaru’s electrified power display and energy-management information.

B2026 Ford

Mustang Mach-E

Infotainment and phone integration vary by trim.
Camera, parking and premium-audio features vary by equipment.
Connected-services availability and trial periods can change.

Evidence ledger

Source links and research freshness

AChecked 2026-09-16

2026 Subaru Forester

3 research sources attached to this model-year profile. Row notes in the tables above keep the evidence context for each value.

Subaru2026 Forester trim and specification comparison Subaru2026 Forester brochure IIHS2026 Subaru Forester safety ratings

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BChecked 2026-09-23

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E

2 research sources attached to this model-year profile. Row notes in the tables above keep the evidence context for each value.

Ford2026 Mustang Mach-E model page FordMach-E Select specifications

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Buying context

What to check before choosing a trim

A2026 Subaru

Forester

Forester is unusually easy to shortlist for tall drivers because Subaru publishes 43.3 inches of front legroom and up to 41.2 inches of headroom.
The hybrid materially improves city fuel economy while keeping standard AWD, but its pricing and packaging differ from the gas lineup.
Wilderness trades some fuel economy for extra ground clearance and a substantially higher published tow rating.
Moonroof and equipment packaging can reduce published cargo volume, so compare the exact trim instead of relying on the maximum 74.4-cu-ft figure.

Research caveat

SUVLook does not carry the separate 2025 third-party linear cargo measurements forward as guaranteed 2026 dimensions. This profile uses 2026 data only where the existing research supports it.

B2026 Ford

Mustang Mach-E

Compare EPA range by battery and drivetrain.
Keep frunk volume separate from rear cargo volume.
Weather, speed and HVAC use can materially change real range.

Research caveat

Use the exact trim, drivetrain, roof equipment and powertrain when a number is configuration-sensitive. Cargo volume does not prove that a rigid item fits through the hatch; measure the exact vehicle for close-fit use cases.

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