2022 Subaru Forester vs. 2022 Hyundai Tucson: Which Crossover Is More Versatile?
If you want an SUV that you can trust to drive on rugged trails near Mount Airy, NC, get the 2022 Subaru Forester. This compact crossover is one of the few in its class that comes standard with all-wheel drive. The 2022 Hyundai Tucson is coming off a redesign that made it roomier, but it still lacks the versatility of the Forester. Scenic Subaru constructed the following comparison to show you why.
Performance
All-Terrain Capability
Whether you’re driving through snow or camping at Byrd's Branch Campground near Elkin, you’ll want an SUV that can muscle through the elements. The new Subaru Forester comes with 8.7 inches of ground clearance and standard Symmetrical all-wheel drive that enable it to handle well on a variety of landscapes and weather conditions.
The new Hyundai Tucson only has 7.1 inches of ground clearance, and it comes standard with front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available in the Tucson, but you have to spend more to get it.
Towing Proficiency
If you need an SUV that can pull a camper or a boat to Big Dan Lake near Westfield, NC, the new Subaru Forester is a smart choice. The base Forester has a tow rating of up to 1,500 pounds. Forester Wilderness trims can tow up to 3,000 pounds when properly equipped.
The new Hyundai Tucson can tow a maximum of 2,000 pounds with the correct configuration.
Interior
Seating Space and Comfort
You and your family will spend a lot of time in your SUV – make sure you get one that has ample space to stretch out in. While both SUVs seat five passengers, King, NC drivers will appreciate that the new Subaru Forester has 111.6 cubic feet of passenger volume.
The new Hyundai Tucson only has 108.2 cubic feet of interior volume.
Cabin Materials
Both the new Subaru Forester and the new Hyundai Tucson come standard with cloth upholstery and offer leather seats as an option. However, people in Mount Airy will like that Forester Wilderness trims come with easy-to-clean StarTex upholstery with anodized copper finish accents and contrast stitching.
The Hyundai Tucson doesn’t offer StarTex upholstery.
Technology
Infotainment System
The new Subaru Forester offers the Starlink infotainment system with an intuitive interface and a responsive touch screen. It also has redundant physical controls that are a cinch for Elkin, NC drivers to reach when they’re on the road.
The new Hyundai Tucson has a sleek, easy-to-see infotainment system. However, it has a touch-sensitive panel instead of physical buttons for audio and climate functions, which requires more attention to operate when driving.
Safety
Driver-Assist Features
The new Subaru Forester comes standard with the EyeSight suite of driver-assist features. People in Westfield, NC will like that adaptive cruise control is part of this package, which helps them keep a safe following distance behind other vehicles.
Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature on the new Hyundai Tucson, so you have to spend more on an SEL model to have it.
Test Drive the 2022 Subaru Forester at Scenic Subaru
The 2022 Subaru Forester is a spacious compact SUV with standard all-wheel drive and tons of useful features. Scenic Subaru has a vast selection of Forester trims for sale near King, NC. Stop by our dealership and test drive one today.
